GPS Lap Timer vs PitLog
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
GPS Lap Timer
Accurately measure lap and sector times for race tracks using your iPhone's GPS. This app employs proprietary algorithms for precise timing without external receivers. It saves approximately 10,000 laps and supports numerous circuits worldwide.
- Accurate lap and sector timing
- Uses iPhone GPS
- Proprietary measurement algorithms
- Saves up to 10,000 laps
- Supports numerous global circuits
- Stand-by mode for pocket use
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• "GPS Lap Timer" is a lap timer app for racing circuits that utilizes the iPhone's GPS function. • Easily and accurately measure lap times and sector times using only your iPhone. No external GPS receiver is required. • The accuracy of a GPS lap timer is not determined solely by the GPS update frequency. This app achieves highly accurate lap time measurement through its unique measurement logic. • Approximately 10,000 measured lap times are saved and can be viewed and shared. • Enjoy a fulfilling racing life with this app! (How to use) Please see "https://gpslaptimer.blogspot.com/2026/08/gps-lap-timer-free-ios-app.html”. You can also access it from “Settings” → “User Guide” in the app. (Measurable circuits) Planned to be added. Please let us know if you have any requests. Please also report any bugs or issues. (Australia) Sydney Motorsport Park (Brabham, Gardner GP, Druitt North) Sydney Motorsport Park Amaroo South (France) Circuit Paul Ricard (Gernany) Nürburgring Nordschleife Nürburgring Nordschleife (BTG) (Japan) Please see “https://gpslaptimer.blogspot.com/2026/08/list-of-japanese-circuits.html”. (Malaysia) Sepang International Circuit (Taiwan) Lihpao G2 Circuit (Thailand) Chang International Circuit (United Kingdom) Oulton Park Circuit Silverstone International Circuit Silverstone Grand Prix Circuit Silverstone Stowe Circuit Silverstone National Circuit Donington Park Circuit Brands Hatch GP Circuit Brands Hatch Indy Circuit (United States) Blackhawk Farms Raceway BRP Kart CCW1 BRP Kart CW1 BRP Race CCW1 BRP Race CW1 BRP Race CCW2 BRP Race CW2 BRP The Circuit CCW (Buttonwillow Raceway Park) BRP The Circuit CW (Buttonwillow Raceway Park) Laguna Seca Road America Sebring Raceway GP Road Course Sonoma Raceway Summit Point Motorsports Park (Main) Summit Point (Jefferson Circuit CCW) Summit Point (Shenandoah Circuit CCW) VIR Grand∙Full Course VIR North Course VIR South Course VIR Patriot Course Waterford Hills Road Racing The developer assumes no responsibility for any accident, violation, loss or claims by third parties which may arise from the use of this app. Terms of Use: This application is provided under the Apple Standard End User License Agreement (EULA). https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
PitLog
Automatically measure lap times for mini 4WD races using your smartphone camera. Simply place your phone near the track to detect car crossings and record times without manual input. Track machine performance, compare best times, and record settings.
- Automatic lap time measurement via camera
- Machine and course-specific time management
- Setting and time linkage
- Real-time motor RPM measurement via microphone
- Time trend graphs
- CSV export
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ミニ四駆のラップタイムをスマホのカメラで自動計測するアプリです。 コースの脇にスマホを置くだけで、車体がラインを通過する瞬間を自動で検知してラップタイムを記録します。手動操作は一切不要です。 【主な機能】 ・カメラによる自動ラップタイム計測 ・マシンごとのタイム管理と比較 ・コースごとのベストタイム管理 ・セッティング(モーター・ギア比・タイヤ)の記録 ・タイムとセッティングの紐づけ管理 ・マイクでモーターのRPMをリアルタイム計測 ・グラフでタイムの推移を確認 ・CSVエクスポート対応 【プラン】 ・無料:基本機能(マシン2台・コース1・記録30件) ・上限アップ ¥200:マシン5台・コース5・記録100件に拡張 ・機能パック ¥400:グラフ分析・モーターRPM計測・CSVエクスポート ・Pro ¥500:全機能+完全無制限 ※本アプリはタミヤ株式会社とは一切関係ありません。
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Verdict
The clearest difference is ads: PitLog at none against GPS Lap Timer's shown. On price, update cadence, in-app purchases and monetization model 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. GPS Lap Timer sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per 3 months and PitLog sells 3 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
GPS Lap Timer ships an update every 6 days, PitLog every 3 days. The most recent releases landed on September 29, 2026 and September 22, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | GPS Lap Timer | PitLog |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Positive reviews | 61.9% of reviews | — |
| Update frequency | Every 6 days | Every 3 days — better |
| Ads | Yes | No — better |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Freemium |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 — better | 16.6 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 8 MB | 2 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Takao Ichimura | Ryousuke Fujii |
In-app purchases
GPS Lap Timer
- Unlimited Measurements$3.993 Months
- Unlimited Measurements$5.991 Year
- Unlimited measurements$9.99
PitLog
- 上限パック$0.99
- 機能パック$1.99
- PitLog Pro$2.99
Questions
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