Comparison

CalfDex vs Sir Ricks

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

Head to head
About

CalfDex

This mobile application allows beef ranchers to easily collect and record individual animal data in the field. All collected information is uploaded to the web for producers to access in user-friendly formats.

Highlights
  • Individual animal data collection
  • Field data recording
  • Web data upload
  • Producer-friendly data formats
  • Cross-platform compatibility
Features
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CalfDex is a free cross-platform mobile app designed for easy beef calf individual animal data collection and recording in the field. Data are uploaded to the web and made available is easy-to-use formats by the producer/rancher.

About

Sir Ricks

This race timer and lap management tool allows organizers to track up to 100 participants in real-time. It features customizable runner statuses, lap timers, alerts, and a dynamic leaderboard for various events.

Highlights
  • Live lap tracking
  • Custom runner management (up to 100)
  • Multiple runner statuses (DNS, RUN, WIN, etc.)
  • Smart button behavior for lap marking
  • Countdown race clock with sound cues
  • Dynamic leaderboard display
  • Pause and adjust race mode
  • Auto save and recovery
Features
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Sir Ricks-a-Lap Pro is the ultimate race timer and lap management tool built for schools, clubs, and elite race organizers. Easily track up to 100 runners in real-time with customizable statuses, lap timers, alerts, and more—all from your iPhone or iPad. Designed for simplicity and power, this app is perfect for PE classes, training sessions, endurance events, and creative competitions. Visual cues, color-coded buttons, and sound alerts keep races engaging and under control. Features Live Lap Tracking Tap to mark lap completions and update runner status in real time. Custom Runner Management Add up to 100 runners manually or import from a database. Status System Each runner can be set to: ▸ DNS (Did Not Start) ▸ RUN (Currently Running) ▸ INC (Incomplete Lap) ▸ OVR (Overdue) ▸ RTC (Returned to Course) ▸ WIN (Winner) Smart Button Behavior ▸ Tap black RUN = Start lap (button turns green) ▸ At next lap, green buttons revert to black ▸ Untapped black RUN buttons are marked as OVR Lap Count + Timer Countdown-style race clock with lap notifications and sound cues (whistles, airhorns, cowbell). Manual Sound Control Toggle “Play Sounds Manually” to access instant sound buttons for hype and announcements. Silence This Lap Temporarily mute alert sounds for specific laps—ideal for speech breaks or moment-of-silence scenarios. Dynamic Leaderboard Display a scrolling leaderboard with laps completed, lap time, and average pace—great for projecting on a second screen. Pause & Adjust Mode Pause the race and edit laps or time in case of power loss or a race interruption. Auto Save & Recovery App automatically saves race state and restores progress after closing or restarting the app. Customization Options Set race duration Choose default runner status Show/hide sound controls Adjust display brightness and font size Rename race and manage event details Support & Resources Need help or want to submit feedback? Visit active-media.com/sirricksalap

Screenshots

CalfDex3 screens
Sir Ricks4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: CalfDex at Free against Sir Ricks's $9.99. CalfDex also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 1) and ratings volume (6 vs 1). Sir Ricks's advantage is rating (5.0 vs 4.0) and update cadence (fortnightly vs every 5 months). On 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

CalfDex is free to download; Sir Ricks costs $9.99 up front. Sir Ricks sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. CalfDex asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Sir Ricks holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: CalfDex has 6 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

CalfDex ships an update every 5 months, Sir Ricks fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on October 6, 2026 and October 7, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard7 real differences · 3 level
CalfDex versus Sir Ricks: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterCalfDexSir Ricks
PriceFree — better$9.99
Rating4.0 (6 ratings)5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Positive reviews0.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings6 — better1
Update frequencyEvery 5 monthsFortnightly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterPaid
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS13.0 — better18.0
Further details — not scored
Size57 MB65 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperK-State Diagnostic and Analytical Services, IncMark Neisser

Customer experience

CalfDex

All ratings6 ratings
Positive66.7%
Neutral16.7%
Negative16.7%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%

Sir Ricks

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

None

CalfDex

No in-app purchases

1 purchases

Sir Ricks

One-time1
  • Unlock Pro$9.99

Questions

Is CalfDex free?
CalfDex is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Sir Ricks free?
Sir Ricks costs $9.99, and also offers in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, CalfDex or Sir Ricks?
Sir Ricks is rated higher. CalfDex averages 4.0 out of 5 from 6 ratings, while Sir Ricks averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.
Do CalfDex or Sir Ricks have ads?
Neither CalfDex nor Sir Ricks shows ads.
Which is updated more often, CalfDex or Sir Ricks?
CalfDex ships an update every 5 months, and Sir Ricks fortnightly. Most recently, CalfDex was updated on October 6, 2026 and Sir Ricks on October 7, 2026.

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