Comparison

A vs Speed

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

A

Enhance your training with a smart assistant that creates engaging, gamified routines. Utilize multi-sensory stimulation and track individual results through a cloud-based dashboard. Access a growing library of community-generated content for inspiration and support.

Highlights
  • Unlimited routine creation
  • Sports science-based programs
  • Multi-sensory stimulation
  • Gamified elements
  • Cloud-based tracking dashboard
  • In-app help center
  • Community content library
Features
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Train Reactive Intelligence. The A-Champs app is the control layer of Professional Cognitive-Motor Training. Coaches, physiotherapists, neuro-athletic specialists, clubs and facilities use it to train how athletes perceive, decide and move under changing conditions. You define the goal. You design the task. You coach the movement. The app runs the system and returns the results. START IN SECONDS Choose from 400+ ready-to-use exercises for performance, neuro-athletic, rehabilitation, education and group settings. Adjust the task, save your preset and train. DESIGN YOUR OWN TASK Build custom exercises from our open training programs. Set the visual, auditory and tactile cues, the timing and the rules. Combine exercises into complete sessions with breaks and loops. ADVANCED CONTROL FOR ROXPROX LASER Set the laser-beam sensing distance from 10 to 150 cm (4 to 59 in), brightness and blink speed, and show letters, numbers and symbols on the LED matrix. Athletes move through the cue instead of stopping to tap it. RUN A WHOLE FACILITY Create up to 4 independent ROX groups and run several stations at the same time. Works with ROXProX Laser, ROX Touch and CogniCage. MEASURE. REVIEW. PROGRESS. See results as soon as a drill ends. Every completed exercise is saved, so you can compare sessions and plan the next progression with objective task data. ALSO RUNS GOAL STATION The same app runs Goal Station football training environments by A-Champs, including Rebounders and Arena setups. One login, one workflow, from the gym to the pitch. PROFESSIONAL TRAINING. NO MANDATORY SUBSCRIPTION. Everything you need for day-to-day training is included with your A-Champs system: the exercise library, your own exercises, session building and results. Optional plans add advanced dashboards, leaderboards and team management for organizations. Available in English, German and Spanish. Questions or setup help: reach the A-Champs team directly in the app.

About

Speed

This app, when used with a compatible timing system, allows coaches and athletes to precisely measure speed and performance during training. It offers detailed results, custom test creation, and professional documentation for athletic development.

Highlights
  • Create and manage teams and squads
  • Preset and custom performance tests
  • Measure running times to 1/100th of a second
  • Wireless results transmission during training
  • Professional training documentation and reports
  • CSV export for data analysis
Features
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The innovative Speed-Checkr app combined with the Speed-Checkr timing system has become an essential part of the daily training routine for many coaches. It is perfect for the use in schools and sports clubs, and everywhere where speed is of the essence. An easy set-up in a very short time, simple installation and the easy usage speaks for itself. All results can already be wireless received during the training, which is a significant advantage for the communication with the athlete. The focus of this system lies on the easy usability, reliability and professional training documentation with precise performance data. A must-have for trainers and athletes! Layout and function: The 2 light barriers can be easily connected via the Bluetooth function in the "Speed-Checkr" app. In no time at all, you can create your timing system. The times, which can be measured to the hundredth of a second, are displayed directly in the app on your cell phone or tablet and can be assigned to the players. Under ideal conditions, the two light barriers can be up to 100 m apart and maintain the connection. All speeds between 1 km/h and theoretically 100 km/h are possible. The data is automatically visible in the app, but can also be exported as a report (CSV file) by email. App features: - Create and manage teams - Enter and manage squads - 4 preset performance tests - 10-metre test (initial speed) - 30-metre test (basic speed) - Agility test - Dribbling test - Possibility to create your own tests - Running times down to a range of 1/100 of a second - Professional training documentation - Evaluations and reports (tabular and chart) incl. CSV export The matching training aid set (19 pieces) - for the Speed-Checkr performance tests can be purchased at Teamsports.com Notes: - With the Speed-Checkr timing system, it is possible to measure the start and finish. - A subscription is required for permanent use of the app. Terms of use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

A4 screens
Speed3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: A at 67% against Speed's 17%. A also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 1) and update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 2 months). On price, ads, 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. Speed sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $16.49 per year. A asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

A ships an update every 2 weeks, Speed every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on November 2, 2026 and November 3, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
A versus Speed: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterASpeed
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.1 (19 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews66.7% of reviews — better16.7% of reviews
Number of ratings19 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeks — betterEvery 2 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterSubscription
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS15.015.0
Further details — not scored
Size90 MB76 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperA-ChampsTeamsportbedarf.de

Customer experience

A

All ratings19 ratings
Positive73.7%
Neutral5.3%
Negative21.1%
Written reviews9 reviews
Positive66.7%
Neutral11.1%
Negative22.2%

Speed

Written reviews6 reviews
Positive16.7%
Neutral33.3%
Negative50.0%

In-app purchases

None

A

No in-app purchases

1 purchases

Speed

Subscriptions1
  • Yearly subscription14 Days trial$16.491 Year

Questions

Is A free?
A is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Speed free?
Speed is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do A or Speed have ads?
Neither A nor Speed shows ads.
Which is updated more often, A or Speed?
A ships an update every 2 weeks, and Speed every 2 months. Most recently, A was updated on November 2, 2026 and Speed on November 3, 2026.

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