# GPS Race Timer vs MHD N55 E

GPS Race Timer and MHD N55 E both sit at 4.5 stars, but that hides the real split: 79% of MHD N55 E's written reviews are positive against 35% of GPS Race Timer's. MHD N55 E 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 53). On price, rating and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. GPS Race Timer sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. MHD N55 E 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 MHD N55 E. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: GPS Race Timer has 2.7K ratings behind it against 53, 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 79% of MHD N55 E's.

GPS Race Timer ships an update every 7 months, MHD N55 E every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 20, 2026 and June 11, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | GPS Race Timer | MHD N55 E |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.5 (2.7K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gps-race-timer/id1340496243/reviews) | **[4.6 (53 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mhd-n55-e-series/id1502611398/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **2.7K** | 53 |
| Positive reviews | 34.7% of reviews | **79.2% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 7 months | **Every 3 weeks** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Size | 50 MB | 123 MB |
| Requires iOS | 12.2 | **10.2** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Thomas Hagenau](https://appshunter.io/developer/1340496242) | [MHD Tuning UG (haftungsbeschraenkt)](https://appshunter.io/developer/1445162439) |

## 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


### MHD N55 E

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mhd-n55-e-series/id1502611398)

This utility app is being retired and users are encouraged to switch to a unified flasher app. It retains some functionality for reading and clearing engine error codes, analyzing past data logs, and accessing vehicle licenses and user guides.

**Highlights:** Read and clear engine DTC error codes, Graph and analyze prior datalogs, View existing vehicle licenses, Access user guide, Transition to unified flasher app

**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 MHD N55 E free?

MHD N55 E is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, GPS Race Timer or MHD N55 E?

MHD N55 E is rated higher. GPS Race Timer averages 4.5 out of 5 from 2.7K ratings, while MHD N55 E averages 4.6 from 53 ratings.

### Do GPS Race Timer or MHD N55 E have ads?

GPS Race Timer shows ads; MHD N55 E does not.

### Which is updated more often, GPS Race Timer or MHD N55 E?

GPS Race Timer ships an update every 7 months, and MHD N55 E every 3 weeks. Most recently, GPS Race Timer was updated on September 20, 2026 and MHD N55 E on June 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.*