RallyTimer Marshal vs Heron
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
RallyTimer Marshal
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The RallyTimer Marshall app is for use by organisers and marshals of classic car rally events which involve any form of timed activity. When used with a setup file from the RallyTimer Results App, all the details for the rally and assigned timing controls for the Rally Marshall are automatically populated. You can use the standard iPhone time, or adjust it for Rally Time. Record the arrival time of individual cars using either the Car button or the Stopwatch button, which can then be assigned to a specific car. The 12 most recent times are retained for subsequent assignment to individual cars (useful when several cars arrive very close together). Times can be updated, reset or reassigned in the event of errors. Penalties or other reports can be captured for individual cars. Export a report that can be sent by email or other messaging service to the overall event coordinator, allowing faster results without the risk of mistakes from handwritten timing reports. The free version of the App will work with an unlimited number of rallies, timing controls and cars using RallyTimer Results set-up files. The App can also work in stand alone mode, allowing the user to set up their own rallies and controls. Rally and Timing Control details are all adjustable. The free version allows the user to set up two rallies, with two controls each, for a maximum of 3 cars. Upgrades are available to increase the number of cars, which also allow unlimited rallies and timing controls.
Heron
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With Heron App, you have access to a comprehensive database that includes all the crucial information for the race, such as tire specifications, vehicle setup, and overall impressions. Gone are the days of shifting through piles of paper and notebooks to find the information you need, now everything is right at your fingertips. Heron is designed to be user-friendly and efficient, allowing you to input and retrieve data quickly and easily. Whether you’re a seasoned rally crew or just starting out, Heron App is the perfect tool to help you stay organized and focused on the race. Don’t waste any more time with outdated methods of data management. Upgrade to Heron App and experience the future of rally crew organization. Download our app today and see the difference it can make in your racing performance! Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
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Verdict
The clearest difference is iOS requirement: RallyTimer Marshal at 12.1 against Heron's 15.6. 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. RallyTimer Marshal sells 3 one-off in-app purchases and Heron sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
RallyTimer Marshal ships an update every 3 months, Heron every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 25, 2026 and October 8, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | RallyTimer Marshal | Heron |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | Every 2 months — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 12.1 — better | 15.6 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 11 MB | 34 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | Peter Lawrence | DotZERO SRL |
In-app purchases
RallyTimer Marshal
- 12 Car Upgrade$1.99
- 12-24 Car Upgrade$1.99
- 24 Car Upgrade$2.99
Heron
- Heron Pro7 Days trial$4.991 Month
- Heron Pro7 Days trial$59.901 Year









