Comparison

Scalextric SparkPlug Formula E vs NoGrip

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

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About

Scalextric SparkPlug Formula E

Control your Scalextric cars wirelessly via Bluetooth using your phone or tablet. Enjoy single-player, team-based, or versus modes with up to 14 players. Customize your racing experience with personalized profiles and sound effects.

Highlights
  • Bluetooth car control
  • Single Player Mode
  • Team Mode (up to 14 players)
  • Versus Mode (2 players)
  • Pit crew mini-games
  • Fan Boosts and Attack Mode
  • Personalized race profiles
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Scalextric Spark Plug – the Formula E edition is a racing game that can host up to 14 players using their mobile phones or tablets. What is Scalextric Spark Plug? Scalextric Spark Plug is an App and Dongle that allows you to race your Scalextric Car from your phone or tablet via Bluetooth. Simply download the app, plug the dongle into your Scalextric power base, connect and then get racing using the game play options. Game Play Options: 1). Single Player Mode – This is a one player game where you can use your phone or tablet to control your Scalextric car on the track. 2). Team Mode – This allows you to bring Formula E racing into your home. 2-14 players can participate over a fixed race length and the aim is to complete the race distance first, but along the way each driver will need to get the best from their pit crew. See below for more information. 3) Versus Mode – This is a 2-player game and the aim is to stay on the track. Each time you crash, or your opponent knocks you off you will lose a life. More About Teams Mode. Teams Mode offers a 2-14 player experience. The race will consist of 2 cars over a fixed distance race length. First you need to select 2 drivers, each driver can select the profile of one the real Formula E drivers (or alternatively you can create your own driver profile). Next, the other players will decide which driver they would like to join as part of their pit crew. Once the race is underway it will be down to the driver to control the car, navigate the racetrack at the fastest speed but avoid crashing off. Throughout each race the car will require 2 pit stops. This is where the pit crew come into play as they look to get you out of a virtual pitstop as quickly as possible. To do this they will need to complete a series of mini games in the app on their device. If the car crashes out too much, then additional pitstops maybe required and again, it will be down to the speed and skill of the pit crew to complete the virtual pitstop and get you racing again! The pitcrew can also influence the race by deploying Fan Boost’s to their driver to give them a boost of power allowing them to go quicker. They can also deploy Speed Restrict and Attack Mode onto their opponent’s car, to slow them down or force them to crash off the track. Simply plug the Spark Plug dongle into your Scalextric analogue powerbase rather than a traditional hand controller, and race away meaning no more wires! Other in app features include: • Single Player or Versus Mode options. • Option to use smart device vs hand controller on single player option. • Rumble and sound effects. • Personalise your race profile within app and racing experience: • Name. • Include your image from your library or camera. • Controller skin. • Select music from either the app or your own library. • Engine sound • Button layout – right-handed or left-handed option. To use this App you must purchase a Spark Plug dongle and have an open Wi-Fi access that all participants can join. Scalextric Spark Plug is compatible with Scalextric 1:32 scale power bases.

About

NoGrip

Manage an open-wheel racing team from the pit wall in this real-time strategy game. Guide your drivers through every lap by making critical decisions on tire wear, pit stops, and pace management. Experience dynamic race scenarios with unique AI opponents and build your dream team.

Highlights
  • Command two drivers independently
  • Real tire strategy with compound management
  • Live pit-stop drama
  • Dynamic race strategy elements
  • Five distinct AI personalities
  • Build and customize your team
  • Adjustable race speed
Features
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NoGrip is a real-time open-wheel race strategy game. You don't drive the car — you call the shots from the pit wall. Build your own team, choose two drivers, and guide them through every lap. Read tire wear, manage the gap to the car ahead, and decide exactly when to pit and which compound to fit. Every decision plays out live on track. KEY FEATURES • Command two drivers independently — set each one's pace (Push, Normal, Conserve) and call their pit stops separately. • Real tire strategy — Soft, Medium, and Hard compounds, each with its own pace and wear. Tires lose grip as they degrade, just like the real thing. Run at least two compounds or face disqualification. • Live pit-stop drama — call your driver in, pick the tire, and watch the stop unfold through every phase. • Strategy that matters — corner speed, dirty air behind rivals, getting stuck behind slower cars, and overtakes all play out in real time. • Five AI personalities — Aggressive, Balanced, Strategic, Defensive, and Wild rivals each race differently, so no two races feel the same. • Build your team — pick driver abilities, faces, and nationalities, and name your No.1. • Watch it at your pace — 1x, 2x, or 4x race speed. • Original soundtrack and sound effects, with full volume control. Optimized for both iPhone and iPad. English and Japanese supported.

Screenshots

Scalextric SparkPlug Formula E4 screens
NoGrip4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is iOS requirement: Scalextric SparkPlug Formula E at 10.0 against NoGrip's 15.1. On price, review sentiment, 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
Scalextric SparkPlug Formula E versus NoGrip: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterScalextric SparkPlug Formula ENoGrip
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.0 (2 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews0.0% of reviews0.0% of reviews
Number of ratings2 — better—
Update frequency—Weekly
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFreeFree
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS10.0 — better15.1
Further details — not scored
Size685 MB207 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperHornby Hobbies LtdSANGIL PARK

Customer experience

Scalextric SparkPlug Formula E

All ratings2 ratings
Positive0.0%
Neutral100.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews3 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral66.7%
Negative33.3%

NoGrip

Written reviews1 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%

In-app purchases

None

Scalextric SparkPlug Formula E

No in-app purchases

None

NoGrip

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Scalextric SparkPlug Formula E free?
Scalextric SparkPlug Formula E is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is NoGrip free?
NoGrip is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Scalextric SparkPlug Formula E or NoGrip have ads?
Neither Scalextric SparkPlug Formula E nor NoGrip shows ads.

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