# Formula Nova vs GPGuide

The clearest difference is rating: GPGuide at 4.3 against Formula Nova's 3.4. GPGuide also leads on ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 5 months). Formula Nova's advantage is monetization model (free with in-app purchases vs subscription). On price, review sentiment, ratings volume and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Formula Nova sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and GPGuide sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

GPGuide holds the better App Store score, 4.3 against 3.4. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 21 and 42 respectively. Written reviews complicate that: 67% of Formula Nova's written reviews are positive against 65% of GPGuide's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

Formula Nova ships an update every 5 months, GPGuide every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 11, 2026 and September 30, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Formula Nova | GPGuide |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.4 (21 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/formula-nova/id453546463/reviews) | **[4.3 (42 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gpguide/id545970177/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 21 | **42** |
| Positive reviews | **66.7% of reviews** | 65.5% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 5 months | **Every 2 weeks** |
| Monetization | **Free with in-app purchases** | Subscription |
| Size | 67 MB | 51 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.0** | 15.1 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Gil Beyruth](https://appshunter.io/developer/347634769) | [Darvic Partners SA](https://appshunter.io/developer/1772651079) |

## What reviewers say

### Formula Nova

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/formula-nova/id453546463)

Experience thrilling arcade-style racing with this free top-view game. Customize your car, compete on leaderboards, and unlock achievements. Additional track and car packages are available for purchase.

**Highlights:** Top-view arcade racing, Car customization (color), Multiple control options, Leaderboards and achievements, Car durability and repair system, Realistic car visuals and explosions

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| FormulaNova track package 1 | $2.99 | one-time |


### GPGuide

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gpguide/id545970177)

Access comprehensive historical and current Formula 1 data, including news, race results, driver and constructor statistics, and circuit information. Explore detailed profiles and performance metrics dating back to 1950.

**Highlights:** Massive F1 database (1950-present), Latest F1 news updates, Driver and Constructor Championship standings, Detailed driver and constructor profiles, Grand Prix race history and results, Circuit information and maps, Dynamic statistics tables

**Features:** Family Sharing

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Full Access - Monthly | $3.99 | per month |
| Full Access - Annual | $24.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 📊 Comprehensive F1 statistics and historical data
- 📰 Timely and accurate news updates
- 🎯 Concise and succinct reporting
- 👍 User-friendly interface
- ⚡ Quick and helpful customer support

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 App crashes and freezes frequently
- ⚠️ Fails to load or open properly
- 🔌 Connectivity issues requiring WiFi
- ⏱️ Slow performance and optimization problems
- 🔐 Server security breaches and hacking issues

**Reported bugs**

- App won't open without WiFi connection
- Crashes on iOS updates
- Server downtime lasting days
- App fails to load news content
- Crashes on older iPad models

**Requested features**

- Forum or community discussion feature
- Spoiler alert/delay settings for race results
- Dark mode option
- Yearly highlights/biggest news tab
- Photo and video content of cars and action


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Formula Nova free?

Formula Nova is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is GPGuide free?

GPGuide is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Formula Nova or GPGuide?

GPGuide is rated higher. Formula Nova averages 3.4 out of 5 from 21 ratings, while GPGuide averages 4.3 from 42 ratings.

### Do Formula Nova or GPGuide have ads?

Formula Nova shows ads; GPGuide does not.

### Which is updated more often, Formula Nova or GPGuide?

Formula Nova ships an update every 5 months, and GPGuide every 2 weeks. Most recently, Formula Nova was updated on September 11, 2026 and GPGuide on September 30, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*