# Track Attack! Lap timer & maps vs PB Buddy

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: PB Buddy at none against Track Attack! Lap timer & maps's 2. Track Attack! Lap timer & maps's advantage is ratings volume (137 vs 10). On price, rating, review sentiment and update cadence there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Track Attack! Lap timer & maps sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $12.99 per month. PB Buddy asks for nothing beyond the download.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.9 for Track Attack! Lap timer & maps against 5.0 for PB Buddy. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Track Attack! Lap timer & maps has 137 ratings behind it against 10, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 98% of Track Attack! Lap timer & maps's written reviews are positive against 100% of PB Buddy's.

Track Attack! Lap timer & maps ships an update every 2 weeks, PB Buddy every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 1, 2026 and September 30, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Track Attack! Lap timer & maps | PB Buddy |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.9 (137 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/track-attack-lap-timer-and-maps/id1557802135/reviews) | **[5.0 (10 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pb-buddy/id6746529126/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **137** | 10 |
| Positive reviews | 97.9% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 2 weeks** | Every 3 weeks |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Size | 33 MB | 19 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 | **15.6** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 9+ |
| Developer | [Velocity Labs LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1557802137) | [Timur Iskhodzhanov](https://appshunter.io/developer/1817334532) |

## What reviewers say

### Track Attack! Lap timer & maps

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/track-attack-lap-timer-and-maps/id1557802135)

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.

**Highlights:** 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

**Features:** Apple Watch app

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Track Attack Pro (1 month) | $12.99 | per month |
| Track Attack Pro (1 year) | $59.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Extremely user-friendly interface and easy setup
- 🎥 High-quality video recording with customizable overlays
- 📊 Comprehensive telemetry data and lap timing accuracy
- 🔗 Seamless OBD2 device connectivity via Bluetooth
- 💰 Free base version with optional paid features

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💳 Subscription required for full functionality
- 📱 Landscape-only mode limits accessibility
- 🎨 Limited customization for visual elements (logo, dial styles)
- 🔌 Occasional Bluetooth connectivity issues with some OBD devices
- 📺 Logo placement takes up significant screen space

**Reported bugs**

- OBDlink MX+ device not appearing in OBD device list
- Bluetooth connectivity issues with certain OBD readers
- CarPlay interference with latest iPhone updates

**Requested features**

- 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


### PB Buddy

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pb-buddy/id6746529126)

This lap timer app is designed for HPDE and time trials, offering a simple interface for drivers of all levels. It provides instant feedback on lap and sector times, helping users improve their performance on the track. Users can also export their session data for further analysis.

**Highlights:** Easy setup and use, Instant lap and sector feedback, Big, bright visual elements, Data export (CSV and developer-friendly), Supports US race tracks, Works with built-in and external GPS

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Track Attack! Lap timer & maps free?

Track Attack! Lap timer & maps is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is PB Buddy free?

PB Buddy is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Track Attack! Lap timer & maps or PB Buddy?

PB Buddy is rated higher. Track Attack! Lap timer & maps averages 4.9 out of 5 from 137 ratings, while PB Buddy averages 5.0 from 10 ratings.

### Do Track Attack! Lap timer & maps or PB Buddy have ads?

Neither Track Attack! Lap timer & maps nor PB Buddy shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Track Attack! Lap timer & maps or PB Buddy?

Track Attack! Lap timer & maps ships an update every 2 weeks, and PB Buddy every 3 weeks. Most recently, Track Attack! Lap timer & maps was updated on October 1, 2026 and PB Buddy on September 30, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*