Comparison

GPS Race Timer vs Alpha Insta Smoker Control

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

Alpha Insta Smoker Control

Features
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Alpha Insta Smoker Control is the companion app for the Alpha Insta Smoker by Alpha Drain Solutions. The app connects directly to the appliance over its own Wi-Fi network and shows everything you need during the job on a single screen. What you can do • Start and stop, smoke on/off and fan speed • Temperature and setpoint at a glance, with status (heating, ready, smoking, cooling) • Temperature trend of the last 30 minutes • Pump and heater time, cycles and maintenance reminder • Emergency stop that is always within reach • Pair several smokers using the access code shown on the appliance • Dutch, French, English and German Licence The app requires a licence issued by Alpha Drain Solutions. Activate with the e-mail address linked to your licence; a licence is bound to one phone. Without a licence the app only shows the activation screen. Requirements • An Alpha Insta Smoker (firmware V3 or newer; access code from V4) • iPhone with iOS 16 or newer • Internet for the licence check; control itself works over the appliance's Wi-Fi network Questions or licence requests: info@alphadrainsolutions.be

Screenshots

GPS Race Timer4 screens
Alpha Insta Smoker Control4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Alpha Insta Smoker Control at none against GPS Race Timer's 1. Alpha Insta Smoker Control also leads on ads (none vs shown). GPS Race Timer's advantage is device support (3 vs 1) and iOS requirement (12.2 vs 16.0). On price 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. Alpha Insta Smoker Control asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
GPS Race Timer versus Alpha Insta Smoker Control: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterGPS Race TimerAlpha Insta Smoker Control
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.5 (2.8K ratings) — better—
Positive reviews34.4% of reviews—
Number of ratings2.8K — better—
Update frequencyEvery 7 months—
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone
Requires iOS12.2 — better16.0
Further details — not scored
Size50 MB14 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperThomas HagenauInsta3D

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

Alpha Insta Smoker Control

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

1 purchases

GPS Race Timer

One-time1
  • PRO$4.99
None

Alpha Insta Smoker Control

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is GPS Race Timer free?
GPS Race Timer is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Alpha Insta Smoker Control free?
Alpha Insta Smoker Control is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do GPS Race Timer or Alpha Insta Smoker Control have ads?
GPS Race Timer shows ads; Alpha Insta Smoker Control does not.

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