Comparison

Webscorer Race Timer vs RaceOwlRacer

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

Head to head
About

Webscorer Race Timer

This app facilitates race timing, registration, and results for over 60 sports. It offers various timing interfaces, supports multiple start types, and can handle complex race formats like laps and multi-day series. Results can be posted live online or shared via Bluetooth.

Highlights
  • Race timing for 60+ sports
  • Online registration setup
  • Live results posting
  • Multiple timing interface views
  • Support for various start types
  • Lap time recording
  • Multi-device timing synchronization
Features
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WEBSCORER – RACE TIMING, REGISTRATION AND RESULTS Support for 60+ sports where time determines the winner Available in 100+ countries + Support for local character sets, time zones, race data + Localized results & registration pages available in 15 languages + English-only for race organizer Built-in LIVE results posted to Webscorer.com Setup your free or paid online registration at Webscorer website KEY BENEFITS Time just about any type of race using the Webscorer app Post results from the app to Webscorer.com or share via Bluetooth No limit on number of racers Racers with bib numbers, or with racer names only No internet connection required to time a race & get results INNOVATIVE GRAPHICAL TIMING INTERFACE Four timing views + Normal view: tap once to record both time & racer + Fast-tap view: tap time stamp, then tap racer + Keypad view: tap time stamp, then use keypad to enter bib + Scanner view: use Bluetooth scanner to read QR code or RFID chip Tap multiple time stamps, then tap racers in order of finish You can also pre-enter the racer, then tap the time stamp Easy to correct mistakes, edit results in place BUILT-IN RESULTS POSTING Post results to Webscorer.com directly from the device Download results from Webscorer.com Share results via Bluetooth from other devices running Webscorer Follow a live race timed by Webscorer PRO ADVANCED RACE SETUP OPTIONS Supported race start types + Mass start + Wave start + Interval start + Individual start + Pursuit start Races with multiple distances and categories Import CSV, XLS or TXT start lists Integration with Webscorer online registration RACES WITH LAPS Record lap times Race with non-timed transitions (e.g. enduro) Multi-distance race where some checkpoints are shared, others not Time-limited lap race Relay race Fastest lap race RESULTS OPTIONS Results by distance Results by category Results by gender Exclude top racers from category results Team results Multi-day results series ADJUSTED TIME RESULTS Predicted-time race Age-adjusted results Sailboat racing handicaps Time-based handicaps Percentage handicaps Penalty-adjusted results MULTI-DEVICE TIMING Name sync + One device records time stamps + 2nd device records names in order of finish + The devices sync data over Bluetooth or an internet connection Bib sync + One device records time stamps + 2nd device records bibs in order of finish + The devices sync data over Bluetooth or an internet connection Multi-device splits + Point to point races + Multi-stage races + Mid-race split times Use multiple devices at finish + One master / multiple helper devices + All timing finishers on the same race + Merge results during or after race AUTOMATED TIMING RFID chip timing + Supports inexpensive off-the-shelf RFID timing hardware + Easy manual taps for missed detections + Flexible ways to configure chip IDs, including Bib = Chip ID NFC chip timing + Use timing device as NFC reader + Or use an external Bluetooth reader + Supports multiple readers per checkpoint Photocell / Start gate + Use a Bluetooth photocell for time stamps + Or connect to a external timer with attached photocell + Supports all popular timer manufacturers

About

RaceOwlRacer

Track your race progress and navigate courses with real-time updates. Stay connected with friends and officials, and monitor your position on a live map. Offers advanced navigation features for demanding conditions.

Highlights
  • Automatic race tracking
  • Smart geofencing for start/stop
  • Live interactive race map
  • Background operation for efficiency
  • Safety monitoring for officials
  • Pro navigation overlay (subscription)
Features
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RaceOwlRacer: Live Race Tracking & Navigation Track your race, stay connected, and navigate the course with confidence. RaceOwlRacer delivers high-performance tracking and real-time checkpoint status directly to RaceOwl.com. Whether you are paddling, cycling, or racing ultra-endurance events off-road, the app automatically updates your position so your support crew, spectators, and race officials can follow your progress every step of the way. KEY FEATURES Automatic Tracking: Simply enter your racer number, select your event, and let the app handle the rest. Smart Geofencing: Tracking activates automatically when you enter the event area and stops seamlessly when you cross the finish line. Live Interactive Map: View your current track and monitor your position relative to other competitors. Background Efficiency: Engineered to run efficiently with your screen turned off. Launch the app, lock your phone, stow it safely, and focus on your race. Safety Integration: Keeps race officials and ground crews informed of your exact location for maximum safety on the course. PREMIUM NAVIGATION MAP SUBSCRIPTION Upgrade your race day experience with a professional navigation overlay built for demanding conditions: Optimized Visuals: High-contrast daylight view and dedicated Night Mode for perfect readability at any hour. Course Intelligence: Pre-loaded recommended paths, course boundaries, and critical hazards. Heading Auto-Rotation: The map automatically rotates to match your direction of travel for seamless navigation. Racer Insights: View estimated competitor positions on your screen to gauge your standing in real time. SUBSCRIPTION DETAILS Billing Cycle: The RaceOwl Navigation Map Subscription is an auto-renewable subscription billed every 6 months at the price displayed in the app. Payment: Payment will be charged to your Apple ID account at confirmation of purchase. Auto-Renewal: Subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Management: You can manage and cancel your subscriptions by going to your App Store account settings after purchase. Terms & Privacy: By subscribing, you agree to our Privacy Policy and the standard Apple Terms of Use. Privacy Policy: https://raceowl.com/Home/Privacy Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

Webscorer Race Timer4 screens
RaceOwlRacer4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Webscorer Race Timer at none against RaceOwlRacer's 1. Webscorer Race Timer also leads on ratings volume (136 vs 6) and iOS requirement (14.0 vs 17.0). On price, rating, update cadence and ads 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. RaceOwlRacer sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $1.99 per 6 months. Webscorer Race Timer asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.7 for Webscorer Race Timer against 4.8 for RaceOwlRacer. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Webscorer Race Timer has 136 ratings behind it against 6, so its average is the more settled of the two.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on November 10, 2026 and November 3, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Webscorer Race Timer versus RaceOwlRacer: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterWebscorer Race TimerRaceOwlRacer
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.7 (136 ratings)4.8 (6 ratings) — better
Positive reviews96.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings136 — better6
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsEvery 2 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFreemiumFreemium
DevicesiPhone, iPod — betteriPhone
Requires iOS14.0 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size47 MB17 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperWebscorer Inc.Jon Marble

Customer experience

Webscorer Race Timer

All ratings136 ratings
Positive93.4%
Neutral1.5%
Negative5.1%
Written reviews50 reviews
Positive96.0%
Neutral2.0%
Negative2.0%

RaceOwlRacer

All ratings6 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Bugs and requests

Webscorer Race Timer

Reported bugs

1 issue
  • 🐛 App not working on race day

Requested features

3 requests
  • iPad version
  • In-app registration
  • Apple Pay option

RaceOwlRacer

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

Webscorer Race Timer

No in-app purchases

1 purchases

RaceOwlRacer

Subscriptions1
  • Premium$1.996 Months

Questions

Is Webscorer Race Timer free?
Webscorer Race Timer is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is RaceOwlRacer free?
RaceOwlRacer is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Webscorer Race Timer or RaceOwlRacer?
RaceOwlRacer is rated higher. Webscorer Race Timer averages 4.7 out of 5 from 136 ratings, while RaceOwlRacer averages 4.8 from 6 ratings.
Do Webscorer Race Timer or RaceOwlRacer have ads?
Neither Webscorer Race Timer nor RaceOwlRacer shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Webscorer Race Timer or RaceOwlRacer?
Webscorer Race Timer ships an update every 2 months, and RaceOwlRacer every 2 months. Most recently, Webscorer Race Timer was updated on November 10, 2026 and RaceOwlRacer on November 3, 2026.

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