Comparison

Racecar Engineering Magazine vs GridDelta

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

Head to head
About

Racecar Engineering Magazine

Explore the cutting edge of motorsport technology with in-depth analysis of racing and rallying. Stay ahead of the competition with insights into F1, Nascar, Rally, and Le Mans, and discover future developments in racecar design and operation.

Highlights
  • In-depth motorsport technology analysis
  • Insights into F1, Nascar, Rally, Le Mans
  • Racecar design and operation knowledge
  • Coverage of latest motorsport developments
  • Back and future issue purchases
  • Auto-renewing subscription options
Features
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Racecar Engineering is the world’s leading technology magazine for motorsport. Every issue of Racecar Engineering looks under the skin of racing and rallying to show its readers why some cars go quicker than others. Read by thousands of racers every month it, Racecar Engineering magazine helps them keep a winning edge. Learn about the latest developments in F1 , Nascar, Rally and Le Mans, and find out what is coming up in the near future. Each month Racecar Engineering magazine brings the best possible insight into all forms of the rapidly changing world of motorsport engineering. From keeping pace with the latest technologies to expanding your knowledge of racecar design and operation, no other magazine gets you closer. Back issues and future issues are available for purchase within the App. Future issues are also available through the following auto-renewing subscription(s): -12 Issues (1 Year) at £49.99 / $64.99 - 6 Issues (6 Months) at £27.99 / $36.99 -1 Issue (1 month) at £4.99 / $6.99 The subscription will include the current issue if you do not already own it and subsequently published future issues. Payment will be charged to your iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase. This subscription will automatically renew unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24-hours before the end of the current period, your account will be charged for renewal within 24-hours prior to the end of the current period. The cost of the renewal will match the initial subscription price. You may turn off auto-renewing subscriptions by going to your user’s Account Settings after purchase. No cancellation of the current subscription is allowed during your active subscription period. Please find our Privacy Policy here: https://chelseamagazines.com/privacy/ Please find our Terms & Conditions here: https://www.chelseamagazines.com/the-chelsea-magazine-company-terms-and-conditions/

About

GridDelta

Features
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GridDelta is a Formula 1 analytics app built for fans who want deeper race intelligence, not just standings. Track season performance with advanced metrics such as: • Position Gain Index • Quali vs Race Delta • Pit Stop Efficiency • Momentum Hot-Streaks • Overperformance Index • Clean-Air Race Pace Compare drivers and teammates with clear visual breakdowns, trend views, and explainable insights powered by race and qualifying data. Key features: • Season selector across historical and current seasons • Driver and constructor standings • Race calendar with weekend sessions • Insights tab with advanced analytics and methodology context • Driver comparison and teammate dashboards • Fast, cache-backed experience with offline-friendly behavior GridDelta is designed for strategy-minded fans who want a data-driven perspective on performance, consistency, and race execution. GridDelta is an independent app and is not affiliated with Formula 1, FIA, or any team.

Screenshots

Racecar Engineering Magazine4 screens
GridDelta4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: GridDelta at none against Racecar Engineering Magazine's 10. GridDelta also leads on update cadence (every 2 days vs every 4 months). Racecar Engineering Magazine's advantage is iOS requirement (15.6 vs 17.0). On price, 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

Both are free to download. Racecar Engineering Magazine sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per month. GridDelta asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Racecar Engineering Magazine ships an update every 4 months, GridDelta every 2 days. The most recent releases landed on November 1, 2026 and November 5, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Racecar Engineering Magazine versus GridDelta: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterRacecar Engineering MagazineGridDelta
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.1 (86 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews28.6% of reviews—
Number of ratings86 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 4 monthsEvery 2 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.6 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size22 MB16 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperChelsea Magazine CompanyFabio Sarmiento

In-app purchases

10 purchases

Racecar Engineering Magazine

Subscriptions8
  • Racecar Engineering magazine$5.991 Month
  • Racecar Engineering Subscription$6.991 Month
  • Racecar Engineering magazine$28.996 Months
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  • Auto renewing subscription$31.996 Months
  • Racecar Engineering Subscription$36.996 Months
  • Auto renewing subscription$44.991 Year
  • Racecar Engineering magazine$49.991 Year
  • Racecar Engineering Subscription$64.991 Year
One-time2
  • Racecar Engineering magazine: July 2012, by PixelMags$6.99
  • Racecar Engineering magazine: April 2012$6.99
None

GridDelta

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Racecar Engineering Magazine free?
Racecar Engineering Magazine is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is GridDelta free?
GridDelta is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Racecar Engineering Magazine or GridDelta have ads?
Neither Racecar Engineering Magazine nor GridDelta shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Racecar Engineering Magazine or GridDelta?
Racecar Engineering Magazine ships an update every 4 months, and GridDelta every 2 days. Most recently, Racecar Engineering Magazine was updated on November 1, 2026 and GridDelta on November 5, 2026.

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