CalcuSplit vs XC Time Splits
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
CalcuSplit
Easily time multiple runners simultaneously for races, relays, or interval workouts. Save and load presets for quick setup, track lap splits, and toggle rest periods. Export results in various formats or text them directly to participants.
- Time multiple runners at once
- Track lap splits and finish times
- Save and load event presets
- Real-time handoff tracking for relays
- Toggle rest periods for interval training
- Export results as PDF, CSV, or HTML
- Text results directly to runners
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CalcuSplit is designed to be a runner's best tool at the track. Whether you are a high school coach, friends holding an informal 5K, or just trying to help your running buddies reach their next PR, CalcuSplit makes it easy to time laps for multiple runners. One coach, one device, a whole heat. Every runner gets their own row with their own Lap and Finish buttons, so nothing gets written on a clipboard and nothing gets reconstructed afterwards. --- It couldn't be easier! - Add and track multiple runners - Time races, relays, and interval workouts - Hand off between legs in a relay and see each leg's time on its own line - Select participants for an event and start tracking - Get your results, including lap and finish times - Text each runner their own result when the race is done - The screen stays on while timing, so you don't have to worry about the device locking during a race - On iPad, runners fill the width in two or three columns, so a full heat fits without scrolling CalcuSplit Premium unlocks - View each runner's race/lap history and track their progress across the season - View past events and export the results as PDF, HTML, or CSV for easy sharing - Bulk import runners from a spreadsheet or CSV file --- All data is securely stored on your iPhone. No ads, tracking, or external servers. That also means that CalcuSplit will work anywhere, even in areas with no cell service! If your systems administrator has any questions, please have them contact me at CalcuApps@iannaz.zone.
XC Time Splits
Effortlessly track runner splits during races with this iOS app. Add runners, set up races, and capture mile markers in real-time. Easily edit splits post-race for precise race day monitoring.
- Track runner splits
- Capture mile markers
- Add runners to roster
- Set up races
- Edit splits post-race
- Real-time race monitoring
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Enhance your race day experience with our new iOS app designed to track your runners' splits effortlessly! Whether you're monitoring the 1 or 2 mile marks or covering the entire course, this app is your go-to solution for capturing accurate mile splits. Simply add your runners to the roster and set up the races before the event. When the race begins, press the start button and use the capture button as your runners pass each mile marker. You can easily edit splits later if you miss any or if multiple people are tracking different markers. Ideal for coaches and parents, this app ensures you can keep precise track of race splits throughout the season.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is rating: CalcuSplit at 4.7 against XC Time Splits's 4.0. CalcuSplit also leads on ratings volume (21 vs 4) and review sentiment (75% vs 67%). XC Time Splits's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 1) and update cadence (every 2 days vs every 3 weeks). On price, ads and device support 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. CalcuSplit sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. XC Time Splits asks for nothing beyond the download.
CalcuSplit holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: CalcuSplit has 21 ratings behind it against 4, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 75% of CalcuSplit's written reviews are positive against 67% of XC Time Splits's.
CalcuSplit ships an update every 3 weeks, XC Time Splits every 2 days. The most recent releases landed on November 3, 2026 and October 30, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | CalcuSplit | XC Time Splits |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.7 (21 ratings) — better | 4.0 (4 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 75.0% of reviews — better | 66.7% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 21 — better | 4 |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | Every 2 days — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Freemium | Free — better |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 18.0 | 16.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 3 MB | 3 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Joseph Iannazzone | Tim Wood |
Customer experience
CalcuSplit
XC Time Splits
In-app purchases
CalcuSplit
- CalcuSplit Premium$4.99
XC Time Splits
No in-app purchases






