Comparison

GPS Race Timer vs Ride Forces

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

Head to head
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

About

Ride Forces

This app records and analyzes the g-forces experienced on roller coasters and amusement park rides using your iPhone or Apple Watch. It offers detailed graphs and statistics, with an optional subscription for advanced features like GPS tracking and weather data.

Highlights
  • Records g-forces on rides
  • Provides 3D g-force graphs and stats
  • Captures rider orientation
  • Includes GPS ride mapping
  • Records weather conditions
  • Analyzes airtime and inversions
Features
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Ride Forces records g-forces on roller coasters and amusement park rides with your iPhone or Apple Watch. View graphs, analyze stats, and share the forces of your favorite rides. A must have app for thrill seekers, roller coaster enthusiast, and physics nerds. Standard Recording: Captures the g-forces of rides and roller coasters. Provides stats and graphs of g-forces in three dimensions. - Records force data from accelerometer - Requires motion tracking permissions Subscribe to Ride Forces Pro to capture advanced recordings. Advanced Recording: In addition to capturing the force data of a standard recording advanced recording captures rider orientation, GPS data, and weather conditions. This reveals additional ride information including: identifying airtime/hangtime, inversions, orientation angles, a map of ride location, temperature, wind speed, and wind direction. A Ride Forces Pro subscription is required to capture advanced recordings. Advanced recordings can be viewed, edited, and shared with or without a subscription. - Records force and orientation data using multiple sensors including accelerometer and gyroscope - Records GPS data - Records weather conditions (requires internet connection) - Requires location and motion tracking permissions - Records for a maximum of 15 minutes - Advanced recording will fallback to standard recording if the app is closed while recording Privacy Policy: https://rideforces.com/privacy/ Terms of Use: https://rideforces.com/terms/

Screenshots

GPS Race Timer4 screens
Ride Forces3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Ride Forces at 79% against GPS Race Timer's 34%. Ride Forces also leads on ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (every 6 weeks vs every 7 months). GPS Race Timer's advantage is ratings volume (2.7K vs 48) and iOS requirement (12.2 vs 17.0). On price, in-app purchases, monetization model 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 and Ride Forces sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Ride Forces holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: GPS Race Timer has 2.7K ratings behind it against 48, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 34% of GPS Race Timer's written reviews are positive against 79% of Ride Forces's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

GPS Race Timer ships an update every 7 months, Ride Forces every 6 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 11, 2026 and October 9, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
GPS Race Timer versus Ride Forces: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterGPS Race TimerRide Forces
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.5 (2.7K ratings)4.8 (48 ratings) — better
Positive reviews34.4% of reviews78.9% of reviews — better
Number of ratings2.7K — better48
Update frequencyEvery 7 monthsEvery 6 weeks — better
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFreemium
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, Apple Watch
Requires iOS12.2 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size50 MB12 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperThomas HagenauStephen Dettling

Customer experience

GPS Race Timer

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

Ride Forces

All ratings48 ratings
Positive95.8%
Neutral0.0%
Negative4.2%
Written reviews19 reviews
Positive78.9%
Neutral5.3%
Negative15.8%

Bugs and requests

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

Ride Forces

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

1 purchases

GPS Race Timer

One-time1
  • PRO$4.99
2 purchases

Ride Forces

Subscriptions2
  • Ride Forces Pro (Monthly)7 Days trial$0.991 Month
  • Ride Forces Pro (Yearly)7 Days trial$9.991 Year

Questions

Is GPS Race Timer free?
GPS Race Timer is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Ride Forces free?
Ride Forces is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, GPS Race Timer or Ride Forces?
Ride Forces is rated higher. GPS Race Timer averages 4.5 out of 5 from 2.7K ratings, while Ride Forces averages 4.8 from 48 ratings.
Do GPS Race Timer or Ride Forces have ads?
GPS Race Timer shows ads; Ride Forces does not.
Which is updated more often, GPS Race Timer or Ride Forces?
GPS Race Timer ships an update every 7 months, and Ride Forces every 6 weeks. Most recently, GPS Race Timer was updated on October 11, 2026 and Ride Forces on October 9, 2026.

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