Race Buddy vs Track Attack! Lap timer & maps
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Race Buddy
This app transforms your device into a professional racing performance analyzer. It offers GPS lap timing, drag racing measurements, and video data overlay for automotive enthusiasts. Track your performance, compare with others globally, and analyze your runs with detailed telemetry.
- Drag racing and acceleration testing
- GPS lap timing with sector splits
- Video recording with telemetry overlay
- Density altitude calculations
- Online leaderboards and community
- Vehicle management profiles
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Time your laps. Measure acceleration. See where you can improve. RaceBuddy brings lap timing, drag results, performance analysis and video overlays together for closed-course driving. LAP TIMING AND ANALYSIS • Record lap times and sector splits on circuits worldwide. • Follow live delta timing and compare laps to find where time is gained or lost. • Review your racing line, speed and session history. DRAG AND ACCELERATION • Measure 0–60 mph, 0–100 km/h, quarter-mile and rolling acceleration. • Review run graphs, slope and conditions alongside your results. • Compare runs and follow DIFF time or predicted quarter-mile ET with PRO and compatible external GPS. VIDEO WITH YOUR DATA • Record driving video and export it with synchronized telemetry. • Show speed, lap times, G-forces and track position. • PRO adds custom layouts, portrait output and export up to 4K. POWER AND ENGINE DATA • Estimate power and torque from a GPS run with PRO. Results depend on measurement conditions and vehicle settings. • Record supported OBD-II channels, such as RPM and throttle, with PRO and a compatible adapter. • Keep vehicle profiles and compare your performance over time. CHOOSE YOUR GPS SOURCE RaceBuddy ONE, Dragy, Dragy Pro, RaceBox Mini, Mini S, Micro, RaceBox.cc and RaceHF are supported. An external GPS receiver is recommended for greater timing precision. Phone Mode is also available using your iPhone’s GPS and sensors. Its timing precision is limited. DIFF time and predicted ET require compatible external GPS. FREE AND PRO Free includes Phone Mode, connection to RaceBuddy ONE, lap and drag timing, session history, VBO export and 1080p landscape video overlay export, subject to the GPS-source limitations above. PRO adds third-party GPS connections, run and lap comparison, Power & Torque, OBD telemetry, advanced video layouts and export options, and custom track creation. A compatible GPS receiver or OBD adapter is required for the corresponding hardware features. PRO is available as a monthly or yearly subscription, or a one-time Lifetime purchase. See the app for current offers and terms. For closed-course use only: circuits, drag strips and autocross courses. Not for street racing. Terms of use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
Track Attack! Lap timer & maps
Record your drives with video and GPS data. Plan routes with unlimited waypoints and navigate with live weather. For track use, it offers accurate lap timing and performance analysis. Supports dual-camera recording and customizable data overlays.
- Lap timer with delta bars
- Route planning with unlimited waypoints
- Dual-camera picture-in-picture video recording
- Customizable video overlays
- OBD, GPS, and heart rate sensor support
- Shareable routes and data
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GPS lap timer, video recorder, and driving telemetry in one simple app. Record laps, analyze performance, and instantly share videos with data overlays, ghost laps, and lap battles with friends. Unlike traditional lap timers, Track Attack makes video, telemetry, and sharing effortless in one polished app. No syncing, no external tools, no setup. Built for track days, racing, autocross, and canyon drives. Start recording in seconds: no accounts, no setup, just hit record and drive. GPS lap timer and driving analysis • Turn your phone into a high-precision GPS lap timer with real-time driving data • Accurate GPS lap timer for track days, racing, autocross, and hill climbs • Live delta tracking to see where you’re gaining or losing time • Sector times with grid view and HUD display inspired by Formula-style racing • CarPlay support with live lap times, delta, and critical driving data • Create, name, and share custom tracks and circuits in seconds • Heart rate and fatigue tracking to understand driver performance NEW: Ghost laps and lap battles • Compare laps side-by-side with dual video, telemetry overlays, and 2D/3D maps • Ghost laps: race against your best lap like a video game • Lap battles: compare sessions with friends and see who’s faster • Share sessions via AirDrop, link, or message, then export videos for social • Multi-driver and multi-car profiles • Detailed stats organized by driver, car, track or road, and time period Capture and relive every session • Record dual camera video (front + rear) with picture-in-picture • Import and sync external video (GoPro, DJI, Insta360, Meta smartglasses, and more) • Export full sessions or highlights • Social-ready portrait video for Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube Shorts • Add maps, ghost laps, or lap battles with dual video and overlays • Customize overlays: select from lap time, delta time, sectors, speed, RPM, throttle, GPS, heart rate, and more • Advanced camera stabilization and adjustable focus lock • Videos save directly to Photos for instant sharing Sensors, OBD, and external GPS • OBD BLE support for RPM, throttle, wheel speed, boost pressure, temperatures, and more (not all vehicles support all values) • Brake meter (requires OBD) to analyze threshold braking and trail braking • Capture full sensor data from your device (accelerometer, gyroscope, and more) • External Bluetooth GPS up to 25 Hz (RaceBox Mini, Mini S, Micro) for high-precision GPS and IMU tracking and analysis. Use code TRACKATTACK15 for 15% off RaceBox devices • Improved sensor reliability and failure handling • Access and export raw session data for deeper analysis, then share instantly via AirDrop, email, or message Routes and navigation (road driving) • Plan, create, and drive routes with unlimited waypoints • Perfect for canyon drives, road trips, and scouting new driving routes. • CarPlay support for navigation, recording, and live driving data • Capture video and data as you drive • Create routes by searching or tapping directly on the map • Create, name, and share routes • Clear waypoint info with icons, ETA, and live weather for better route planning and navigation • Optimized for cars and motorcycles (portrait and landscape layout supported) Apple Watch and Health • Apple Watch app with heart rate and calorie tracking per lap, session, and track • Health integration saves driving and racing workouts for deeper analysis Trusted by enthusiasts Trusted by the Porsche Club of America and thousands of performance driving enthusiasts worldwide. Track Attack free edition has a 25-minute recording limit per session and up to 10 sessions. External video import and sync are not included. Track Attack Pro removes all limits, unlocks external video sync, and enables more frequent live weather updates for improved on-road accuracy. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
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Verdict
The clearest difference is review sentiment: Track Attack! Lap timer & maps at 98% against Race Buddy's 43%. Track Attack! Lap timer & maps also leads on rating (4.9 vs 3.7) and ratings volume (147 vs 12). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases 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
Both are free to download. Race Buddy sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month and Track Attack! Lap timer & maps sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $12.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
Track Attack! Lap timer & maps holds the better App Store score, 4.9 against 3.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Track Attack! Lap timer & maps has 147 ratings behind it against 12, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 43% of Race Buddy's written reviews are positive against 98% of Track Attack! Lap timer & maps's.
Race Buddy ships an update every 3 weeks, Track Attack! Lap timer & maps fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on October 25, 2026 and October 23, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Race Buddy | Track Attack! Lap timer & maps |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 3.7 (12 ratings) | 4.9 (147 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 42.9% of reviews | 98.0% of reviews — better |
| Number of ratings | 12 | 147 — better |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | Fortnightly — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch — better |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | 16.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 131 MB | 35 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Imperio | Velocity Labs LLC |
Customer experience
Race Buddy
Track Attack! Lap timer & maps
Bugs and requests
Race Buddy
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
Track Attack! Lap timer & maps
Reported bugs
3 issues- OBDlink MX+ device not appearing in OBD device list
- Bluetooth connectivity issues with certain OBD readers
- CarPlay interference with latest iPhone updates
Requested features
12 requests- External video import capability
- Simulated braking data from G-force sensors
- Lap splits functionality
- Leaderboard feature for shared routes with friends
- Portrait/vertical mode support
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- Adjustable speedometer limit (not auto-scaling)
- GoPro picture-in-picture support
- Theoretical best lap calculations
- Reference lap selection from different sessions
- Logo/branding toggle for Pro users
- Heart rate sync integration
- Advanced driving analysis tools
In-app purchases
Race Buddy
- RaceBuddy Pro Monthly$1.991 Month
- RaceBuddy Pro Monthly$4.991 Month
- Drag & Laptimer PRO Monthly$6.991 Month
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- RaceBuddy Pro Annually$8.991 Year
- RaceBuddy Pro Yearly7 Days trial$19.991 Year
- Drag & Laptimer PRO Yearly7 Days trial$49.991 Year
- Custom branding$2.99
- External GPS$9.99
- RaceBuddy Lifetime PRO$29.99
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- Lifetime PRO$89.99
Track Attack! Lap timer & maps
- Track Attack Pro (1 month)$12.991 Month
- Track Attack Pro (1 year)$59.991 Year
Questions
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