# Timer vs GPS Race Timer

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Timer at 80% against GPS Race Timer's 35%. Timer also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 1) and ads (none vs shown). GPS Race Timer's advantage is price (Free vs $3.99) and ratings volume (2.7K vs 218). On update cadence, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

GPS Race Timer is free to download; Timer costs $3.99 up front. GPS Race Timer sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Timer asks for nothing beyond the download.

Timer holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: GPS Race Timer has 2.7K ratings behind it against 218, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 80% of Timer's written reviews are positive against 35% of GPS Race Timer's.

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 7 months. The most recent releases landed on September 22, 2026 and September 20, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Timer | GPS Race Timer |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | $3.99 | **Free** |
| Rating | **[4.8 (218 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/timer/id286567378/reviews)** | [4.5 (2.7K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gps-race-timer/id1340496243/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 218 | **2.7K** |
| Positive reviews | **80.2% of reviews** | 34.7% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 7 months | Every 7 months |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 24 MB | 50 MB |
| Requires iOS | **12** | 12.2 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Francis Bonnin](https://appshunter.io/developer/284043095) | [Thomas Hagenau](https://appshunter.io/developer/1340496242) |

## What reviewers say

### Timer

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/timer/id286567378)

This advanced timer allows for precise time management across various activities. Set multiple special events with customizable triggers like sounds, messages, or screen flashing. It's ideal for games, workouts, cooking, meditation, and any task requiring accurate timing, even when the app is in the background.

**Highlights:** Multiple complex timers simultaneously, Scheduled event triggers (sounds, messages, photos), Customizable display modes (textual, graphical), Background operation with sound/message alerts, Looping timers, Delayed start and flexible stop time entry, Screen blocking and flashlight alerts

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

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Great for workouts and exercises
- 🚀 Highly customizable and versatile
- 🔔 Excellent timer with multiple alert options
- 💡 Useful for presentations and meetings
- 👍 Easy to use and intuitive interface

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Occasional bugs and stability issues
- 🔋 Can drain battery when running in the background
- 🔍 Confusing interface with too many advanced features
- 🔇 Sound alerts not always working as expected

**Reported bugs**

- Timer randomly changing time during use
- Alarm not sounding when app is in background
- Screen dimming and locking issues

**Requested features**

- Multiple timers running concurrently
- Ability to save and share custom timer presets
- More vibration and sound alert options
- Improved background mode and iOS 4 support


### GPS Race Timer

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gps-race-timer/id1340496243)

Accurately measure vehicle acceleration times like 0-60 mph and 1/4 mile using your iPhone's GPS. Set up timers beforehand and let the app automatically start measurements when speed targets are met or motion is detected. Save, export, and transfer your performance data easily.

**Highlights:** Measure 0-60 mph, 60-120 mph, 1/4 mile, Automatic start detection, Save and export results, Preset and adjustable timers, No extra hardware required, Optional PRO version features

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| PRO | $4.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Simple and easy to use
- 🚀 Accurate speed tracking
- 💡 Customizable settings
- 📊 Saves run data

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Inconsistent 0-60 and quarter mile times
- 🐛 Fails to start/record runs
- 🐛 Inaccurate distance tracking
- 🐛 Compatibility issues with newer devices

**Reported bugs**

- Timer doesn't reset properly
- App crashes on startup
- Significant GPS/speed detection delays
- Recorded times do not match actual performance

**Requested features**

- Add 60ft and 1/8 mile times
- Automatic start/stop of timer
- Manual start option for timer
- Improved accuracy and consistency


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Timer free?

Timer costs $3.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Is GPS Race Timer free?

GPS Race Timer is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Timer or GPS Race Timer?

Timer is rated higher. Timer averages 4.8 out of 5 from 218 ratings, while GPS Race Timer averages 4.5 from 2.7K ratings.

### Do Timer or GPS Race Timer have ads?

GPS Race Timer shows ads; Timer does not.

### Which is updated more often, Timer or GPS Race Timer?

Timer ships an update every 7 months, and GPS Race Timer every 7 months. Most recently, Timer was updated on September 22, 2026 and GPS Race Timer on September 20, 2026.

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