Comparison

GPS Race Timer vs e85Cal

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

e85Cal

This app assists users in calculating the precise amounts of standard and ethanol gasoline needed to achieve a desired ethanol percentage in their fuel mix. It simplifies the process by taking into account tank size, current fuel level, and the ethanol content of available fuel types.

Highlights
  • Calculate ethanol percentage goal
  • Enter gas tank size
  • Input standard pump gas ethanol %
  • Input ethanol pump gas ethanol %
  • Set target ethanol % mix
  • Enter current fuel level %
Features
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e85Cal help you calculate your ethanol percentage goal. It fast, simple, and easy to use. Just enter the following information: 1) How big is your gas tank? 2) What is the ethanol % in the standard pump gas? 3) What is the ethanol % in the ethanol pump gas? 4) What is your target ethanol % mix goal? 5) What is your current ethanol % min in your vehicle? 6) What is your current fuel level % in your vehicle? Results will display how many gallons or liters of standard and ethanol gas to pump in your vehicle based on your input.

Screenshots

GPS Race Timer4 screens
e85Cal2 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: e85Cal at 83% against GPS Race Timer's 34%. e85Cal also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 1) and ads (none vs shown). GPS Race Timer's advantage is ratings volume (2.7K vs 35). On price, update cadence, device support and iOS requirement 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. e85Cal asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

e85Cal holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: GPS Race Timer has 2.7K ratings behind it against 35, 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 83% of e85Cal's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

GPS Race Timer ships an update every 7 months, e85Cal every 4 months. The most recent releases landed on October 11, 2026 and September 26, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
GPS Race Timer versus e85Cal: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterGPS Race Timere85Cal
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.5 (2.7K ratings)4.7 (35 ratings) — better
Positive reviews34.4% of reviews83.3% of reviews — better
Number of ratings2.7K — better35
Update frequencyEvery 7 monthsEvery 4 months — better
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPod
Requires iOS12.212.1 — better
Further details — not scored
Size50 MB15 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperThomas HagenauMichael Joe

Customer experience

GPS Race Timer

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

e85Cal

All ratings35 ratings
Positive91.4%
Neutral0.0%
Negative8.6%
Written reviews12 reviews
Positive83.3%
Neutral0.0%
Negative16.7%

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

e85Cal

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

1 purchases

GPS Race Timer

One-time1
  • PRO$4.99
None

e85Cal

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is GPS Race Timer free?
GPS Race Timer is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is e85Cal free?
e85Cal is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, GPS Race Timer or e85Cal?
e85Cal is rated higher. GPS Race Timer averages 4.5 out of 5 from 2.7K ratings, while e85Cal averages 4.7 from 35 ratings.
Do GPS Race Timer or e85Cal have ads?
GPS Race Timer shows ads; e85Cal does not.
Which is updated more often, GPS Race Timer or e85Cal?
GPS Race Timer ships an update every 7 months, and e85Cal every 4 months. Most recently, GPS Race Timer was updated on October 11, 2026 and e85Cal on September 26, 2026.

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