Comparison

GPS Race Timer vs Haltech Connect

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
Read full description

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

Haltech Connect

Monitor vehicle channels, read and clear diagnostic trouble codes, and adjust settings for your Haltech ECU. This app facilitates initial setup for Rebel ECUs and connects to Wi-Fi enabled Nexus ECUs, allowing real-time data viewing and configuration changes.

Highlights
  • Monitor ECU channels
  • Read and clear DTCs
  • View and change settings
  • Perform initial ECU setup
  • Connect to Wi-Fi enabled ECUs
  • Select metric/imperial units
Features
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Monitor channels, read and clear diagnostic trouble codes, see and change settings. Perform initial setup of your Rebel ECU. This app allows you to connect to your Wi-Fi enabled Haltech Nexus ECU. In it you can view any channel as you would do within NSP, and change most settings and table contents. It also allows you to view diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs) and clear them, as well as configuration errors such as a setting value out of range. You can choose from a range of metric and imperial units. If you have a Rebel ECU, you can use this app to access the setup wizard to configure your ECU for the first time. Note: Nexus firmware version 1.26 or later is required to use the mobile app. This can be updated using NSP.

Screenshots

GPS Race Timer4 screens
Haltech Connect4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Haltech Connect at 100% against GPS Race Timer's 35%. Haltech Connect also leads on rating (5.0 vs 4.5) and in-app purchases (none vs 1). GPS Race Timer's advantage is ratings volume (2.7K vs 5). On price, 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. Haltech Connect asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Haltech Connect holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: GPS Race Timer has 2.7K ratings behind it against 5, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 35% of GPS Race Timer's written reviews are positive against 100% of Haltech Connect's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

GPS Race Timer ships an update every 7 months, Haltech Connect every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on September 25, 2026 and September 19, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard7 real differences · 3 level
GPS Race Timer versus Haltech Connect: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterGPS Race TimerHaltech Connect
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.5 (2.7K ratings)5.0 (5 ratings) — better
Positive reviews34.7% of reviews100.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings2.7K — better5
Update frequencyEvery 7 monthsEvery 2 months — better
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS12.2 — better13.0
Further details — not scored
Size50 MB135 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperThomas HagenauLOCKIN PTY LTD

Customer experience

GPS Race Timer

All ratings2,612 ratings
Positive87.1%
Neutral4.7%
Negative8.2%
Written reviews124 reviews
Positive34.7%
Neutral4.0%
Negative61.3%

Haltech Connect

All ratings5 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

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

Haltech Connect

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

1 purchases

GPS Race Timer

One-time1
  • PRO$4.99
None

Haltech Connect

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is GPS Race Timer free?
GPS Race Timer is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Haltech Connect free?
Haltech Connect is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, GPS Race Timer or Haltech Connect?
Haltech Connect is rated higher. GPS Race Timer averages 4.5 out of 5 from 2.7K ratings, while Haltech Connect averages 5.0 from 5 ratings.
Do GPS Race Timer or Haltech Connect have ads?
GPS Race Timer shows ads; Haltech Connect does not.
Which is updated more often, GPS Race Timer or Haltech Connect?
GPS Race Timer ships an update every 7 months, and Haltech Connect every 2 months. Most recently, GPS Race Timer was updated on September 25, 2026 and Haltech Connect on September 19, 2026.

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