Comparison

Speedmeter mph digital display vs GPS Race Timer

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

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About

Speedmeter mph digital display

This GPS-powered application displays your current speed in a clear digital format, suitable for vehicles, cycling, or walking. It offers offline functionality and provides additional features like trip distance measurement, altitude tracking, and real-time speed limit warnings.

Highlights
  • Digital HUD speedometer
  • Offline trip distance measurement
  • Apple Watch integration
  • Mirror effect for HUD
  • Speed limit warnings
  • Road name and weather display
  • Compass
Features
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GPS digital Speedometer displays your speed while you are in a vehicle, biking or walking, measure trip distance offline, no need internet. Features: * Follow on Today Widget * Use app on your Apple watch * Synchronize work with Apple watch * Digital board with different screen color * Mirror affect for Head of up display by double tab to screen * Odometer calculates trip distance * Calculates altitude for planes * Different measurement units mph, kmh, knot * Full screen or detail mode by swiping screen * Offline work without internet * Maximum speed indicator * Average speed calculation * Shows and warn real time speed limit * Shows realtime speed cameras and traffic lights cameras and warn * Shows road name * Shows outside temperature and weather condition * Compass

About

GPS Race Timer

Accurately measure vehicle acceleration times like 0-60 mph and 1/4 mile using your iPhone's GPS. Set up timers beforehand and let the app automatically start measurements when speed targets are met or motion is detected. Save, export, and transfer your performance data easily.

Highlights
  • Measure 0-60 mph, 60-120 mph, 1/4 mile
  • Automatic start detection
  • Save and export results
  • Preset and adjustable timers
  • No extra hardware required
  • Optional PRO version features
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Measure acceleration times such as 0–60 mph, 60–120 mph and 1/4 mile directly with your iPhone — accurately and without extra hardware. The app is designed so it doesn’t need to be operated while driving; you just set everything up beforehand while stationary. Measurements then start automatically — when the target speed is reached or when a start is detected. You can save results locally on your iPhone and, if needed, export them or transfer them to other devices. Preset timers: 60 ft, 1/8 mile, 1/4 mile, 1/2 mile, 1 mile, 0 – 60 mph, 0 – 120 mph, 50 – 75 mph, 60 – 120 mph, 0 – 100 km/h, 0 – 200 km/h, 80 – 120 km/h, 100 – 200 km/h. All timers are, of course, fully adjustable. The free version measures up to two times per run. How to use the app: Check the timer settings on the start screen. If everything looks good, place your iPhone in the car where it has good GPS reception and is held securely, then start the acceleration test. You can adjust the timer configuration in the Settings screen (just tap the relevant timer). Then return to the race screen and follow the previous instruction. Optional PRO version (in-app purchase): 1. Up to four timers in parallel (instead of two) 2. Precise determination of elevation differences 3. Simulation of a Sportsman start and reaction-time measurement 4. No ad banners

Screenshots

Speedmeter mph digital display4 screens
GPS Race Timer4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Speedmeter mph digital display at none against GPS Race Timer's 1. Speedmeter mph digital display also leads on review sentiment (61% vs 34%) and update cadence (every 2 months vs every 7 months). On price, rating, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. GPS Race Timer sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Speedmeter mph digital display asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.4 for Speedmeter mph digital display against 4.5 for GPS Race Timer. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Speedmeter mph digital display has 16K ratings behind it against 2.8K, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 61% of Speedmeter mph digital display's written reviews are positive against 34% of GPS Race Timer's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Speedmeter mph digital display ships an update every 2 months, GPS Race Timer every 7 months. The most recent releases landed on October 27, 2026 and October 25, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
Speedmeter mph digital display versus GPS Race Timer: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSpeedmeter mph digital displayGPS Race Timer
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.4 (16K ratings)4.5 (2.8K ratings) — better
Positive reviews60.6% of reviews — better34.4% of reviews
Number of ratings16K — better2.8K
Update frequencyEvery 2 months — betterEvery 7 months
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationAd-supported — betterFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch — betteriPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS13.012.2 — better
Further details — not scored
Size7 MB50 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperUniCom TechnologyThomas Hagenau

Customer experience

Speedmeter mph digital display

All ratings15,753 ratings
Positive85.7%
Neutral5.0%
Negative9.3%
Written reviews424 reviews
Positive60.6%
Neutral10.6%
Negative28.8%

GPS Race Timer

All ratings2,612 ratings
Positive87.1%
Neutral4.7%
Negative8.2%
Written reviews125 reviews
Positive34.4%
Neutral4.0%
Negative61.6%

User reviews

Speedmeter mph digital display

From 16K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Accurate speed tracking
  • 👍 Easy to read display
  • 📍 Displays street names and location
  • 🔍 Provides speed limit information
  • 🌐 Works on various vehicles (cars, bikes, trains)

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Inaccurate speed limit display
  • 🔇 Interrupts music playback
  • 🔀 Inconsistent screen orientation
  • 📊 Lacks customization options
  • 💰 Ads disrupt user experience

GPS Race Timer

From 2.8K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 👍 Simple and easy to use
  • 🚀 Accurate speed tracking
  • 💡 Customizable settings
  • 📊 Saves run data

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Inconsistent 0-60 and quarter mile times
  • 🐛 Fails to start/record runs
  • 🐛 Inaccurate distance tracking
  • 🐛 Compatibility issues with newer devices

Bugs and requests

Speedmeter mph digital display

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Speed limit information not always accurate
  • Occasional crashes and freezes
  • Incorrect speed readings at times

Requested features

5 requests
  • Audible speed limit warnings
  • Background operation mode
  • Ability to input current mileage
  • Option to switch between Celsius and Fahrenheit
  • Paid ad-free version

GPS Race Timer

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • Timer doesn't reset properly
  • App crashes on startup
  • Significant GPS/speed detection delays
  • Recorded times do not match actual performance

Requested features

4 requests
  • Add 60ft and 1/8 mile times
  • Automatic start/stop of timer
  • Manual start option for timer
  • Improved accuracy and consistency

In-app purchases

None

Speedmeter mph digital display

No in-app purchases

1 purchases

GPS Race Timer

One-time1
  • PRO$4.99

Questions

Is Speedmeter mph digital display free?
Speedmeter mph digital display is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is GPS Race Timer free?
GPS Race Timer is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Speedmeter mph digital display or GPS Race Timer?
GPS Race Timer is rated higher. Speedmeter mph digital display averages 4.4 out of 5 from 16K ratings, while GPS Race Timer averages 4.5 from 2.8K ratings.
Do Speedmeter mph digital display or GPS Race Timer have ads?
Both Speedmeter mph digital display and GPS Race Timer show ads.
Which is updated more often, Speedmeter mph digital display or GPS Race Timer?
Speedmeter mph digital display ships an update every 2 months, and GPS Race Timer every 7 months. Most recently, Speedmeter mph digital display was updated on October 27, 2026 and GPS Race Timer on October 25, 2026.

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