# GPS Race Timer vs HONDAtabase

GPS Race Timer and HONDAtabase both sit at 4.5 stars, but that hides the real split: 73% of HONDAtabase's written reviews are positive against 35% of GPS Race Timer's. HONDAtabase also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 1) and update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 7 months). GPS Race Timer's advantage is ratings volume (2.7K vs 32) and iOS requirement (12.2 vs 15.0). On price, rating, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

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

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.5 for GPS Race Timer against 4.6 for HONDAtabase. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: GPS Race Timer has 2.7K ratings behind it against 32, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 35% of GPS Race Timer's written reviews are positive against 73% of HONDAtabase's.

GPS Race Timer ships an update every 7 months, HONDAtabase every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 20, 2026 and September 11, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | GPS Race Timer | HONDAtabase |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.5 (2.7K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gps-race-timer/id1340496243/reviews) | **[4.6 (32 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hondatabase/id1421957481/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **2.7K** | 32 |
| Positive reviews | 34.7% of reviews | **72.7% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 7 months | **Every 3 weeks** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Size | 50 MB | 93 MB |
| Requires iOS | **12.2** | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Thomas Hagenau](https://appshunter.io/developer/1340496242) | [Peter Linszter](https://appshunter.io/developer/530077583) |

## What reviewers say

### GPS Race Timer

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gps-race-timer/id1340496243)

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

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| PRO | $4.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

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

**What reviewers complain about**

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

**Reported bugs**

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

**Requested features**

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


### HONDAtabase

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hondatabase/id1421957481)

Access detailed specifications for various Honda engine series, including A-, B-, C-, D-, F-, G-, H-, J-, K-, L-, N-, and R-Series. It also provides OBD0/OBD1/OBD2 ECU fault codes, transmission specs, ECU pinouts, and a bearing thickness chart.

**Highlights:** Honda engine series specifications, OBD ECU fault codes, Transmission specifications, ECU list and pinouts, Bearing thickness chart

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is GPS Race Timer free?

GPS Race Timer is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is HONDAtabase free?

HONDAtabase is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, GPS Race Timer or HONDAtabase?

HONDAtabase is rated higher. GPS Race Timer averages 4.5 out of 5 from 2.7K ratings, while HONDAtabase averages 4.6 from 32 ratings.

### Do GPS Race Timer or HONDAtabase have ads?

Both GPS Race Timer and HONDAtabase show ads.

### Which is updated more often, GPS Race Timer or HONDAtabase?

GPS Race Timer ships an update every 7 months, and HONDAtabase every 3 weeks. Most recently, GPS Race Timer was updated on September 20, 2026 and HONDAtabase on September 11, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*