Race Buddy vs Cuspart
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/
Cuspart
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Turn your iPhone into a customizable GPS speedometer for everyday driving, performance testing, and clear real-time driving data. Cuspart: GPS combines live GPS speed tracking, automotive-inspired gauges, HUD mode, drive history, acceleration tests, and detailed trip records in one focused dashboard. LIVE GPS SPEEDOMETER • View your current GPS-based speed in km/h or mph • Monitor maximum speed, average speed, heading, distance, duration, and live telemetry • Choose from 26 automotive-inspired gauge designs • View your speed data alongside a live map • Enjoy smooth needle animations and clear digital readouts • Configure the dashboard around the information you want to see PERFORMANCE TESTING Measure acceleration and distance-based performance with built-in tests: • 0-60, 0-100, and 0-200 km/h • 60-100 and 100-200 km/h • 0-60, 0-100, and 0-130 mph • 40-60 and 60-130 mph • 100 m, 200 m, 400 m, and 1,000 m • 1/4 mile, 1/2 mile, and 1 mile Save completed results and review your recorded performance over time. DRIVE HISTORY Review your recorded drives with: • Route maps • Speed graphs • Distance and duration • Maximum and average speed • Saved acceleration results • Today, weekly, and all-time history filters • Detailed summaries for recorded sessions HUD MODE Switch to a clean, high-contrast heads-up display with a large live speed readout. Mirror or rotate the HUD to suit different mounting positions and windshield setups. CUSTOMIZE YOUR DASHBOARD Make Cuspart: GPS your own with: • 26 automotive-inspired gauge designs • Multiple needle styles • Customizable digital fonts • Light, dark, and system appearance modes • Customizable accent colors • Alternative app icons • Configurable gauge telemetry • Flexible dashboard layouts CUSPART: GPS+ Cuspart: GPS is free to use, and the core features are available without a subscription. Cuspart: GPS+ is an optional subscription that unlocks additional premium features and an ad-free experience while your subscription is active. Premium features include access to the full gauge collection, detailed speed charts, and additional dashboard customization options. Cuspart: GPS+ is available through monthly and yearly auto-renewable subscription plans. The subscription period and localized price are displayed in the app before purchase. Payment will be charged to your Apple Account when you confirm your purchase. Your subscription renews automatically unless canceled. You can manage or cancel your subscription in Settings > your name > Subscriptions. If you cancel, access to GPS+ features continues until the end of your current paid period. GPS ACCURACY & SAFETY Cuspart: GPS uses GPS and other available device location data to provide speed, distance, route, and performance information. Results may vary depending on your device, GPS signal quality, location, surroundings, and other conditions. Performance measurements are provided for general informational purposes and are not certified timing results. Set up the app and any performance test before you begin driving. Secure your iPhone appropriately, keep your attention on the road, follow local traffic laws, and never interact with the app while driving. Use acceleration and performance testing only in safe and lawful conditions. PRIVACY POLICY https://www.cuspart.com/cuspart-gps-privacy-policy/ TERMS OF USE https://www.cuspart.com/cuspart-gps-terms-of-use/
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Verdict
The clearest difference is price: Race Buddy at Free against Cuspart's $0.99. Race Buddy also leads on ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 3 months). On in-app purchases, 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
Race Buddy is free to download; Cuspart costs $0.99 up front. Race Buddy sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month and Cuspart sells 11 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
Race Buddy ships an update every 3 weeks, Cuspart every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on October 24, 2026 and October 20, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Race Buddy | Cuspart |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free — better | $0.99 |
| Rating | 3.7 (12 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 42.9% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 12 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks — better | Every 3 months |
| Ads | No — better | Yes |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad — better | iPhone |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | 17.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 131 MB | 112 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Imperio | Mustafa Tolga DALBUDAK |
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
Cuspart
- 1-Month Subscription$0.991 Month
- 1-Week Subscription$0.997 Days
- 12-Month Subscription3 Days trial$9.991 Year
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- 3-Month Subscription$9.993 Months
- Espresso$0.99
- Flat White$1.99
- Caffè Americano$2.99
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- Caffè Mocha$3.99
- Classic Hot Chocolate$3.99
- Special Hot Chocolate$3.99
- Upgrade to Pro$9.90







