Comparison

PerfExpert vs LapTrophy

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

Head to head
About

PerfExpert

Transform your smartphone into a powerful onboard dyno to measure your car's engine power and torque with high accuracy. Verify tuning, remaps, and upgrades with detailed reports and interactive charts. No external sensors or car connection required.

Highlights
  • Engine power and torque measurement
  • 0-60 mph and 0-100 km/h acceleration times
  • Quarter mile and 400m times
  • Detailed reports with interactive charts
  • Correction standards (DIN, SAE, ISO, JIS, CEE)
  • Customizable units
  • Export results as data files or images
Features
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Know your car's true performance. Turn your smartphone into a professional dyno. Measure the real horsepower and torque of your engine — within 2% of a chassis dynamometer — and time your car's acceleration. No OBD adapter, no cables, no expensive dyno sessions. Just mount your phone, accelerate, and get instant results. Test and compare performance upgrades. Whether you're verifying an ECU remap, testing a new exhaust, or tracking the effect of a chiptuning session, PerfExpert gives you objective, independent data you can trust. HOW IT WORKS 1. Create your car profile Enter your vehicle's weight, tire sizes, and gear ratios. Not sure about a spec? The app guides you through every step. 2. Mount your phone & accelerate Secure your phone in the car — no connection needed. Find a flat, straight road. Accelerate in one gear from low RPM to redline. That's it. 3. Get instant results Power and torque curves appear immediately, just like on a real chassis dynamometer. Compare runs, track your modifications, and share results. MEASUREMENT MODES Dyno — Full power & torque curves vs. engine RPM. Advanced drivetrain loss model, rev limiter detection, and correction standards (DIN, SAE, JIS, CEE, ISO). Results as detailed as a professional chassis dyno. Timed Run — Measure acceleration from a standing start. Speed intervals: 0-100, 100-200, 80-180, 60-160 km/h — 0-60, 60-120, 50-110, 40-100 mph. Distance: quarter mile, eighth mile (with trap speed), 60 ft. Max speed and peak acceleration on every run. KEY FEATURES - 2% accuracy compared to professional chassis dynamometers - No OBD adapter or connection to your car required - Works with your phone's built-in sensors - External GPS available as an in-app purchase for pro-level precision with a compatible device (RaceBox Mini, Mini S, Micro): rolling start dyno, free phone mounting - Power correction norms: DIN, SAE, JIS, CEE, ISO — using real-time atmospheric pressure, temperature, and humidity - Interactive charts: pinch to zoom, tap for exact values - Export results as PNG image or shareable web link - Custom units: HP, CV, kW for power — Nm, ft-lb, mkg for torque — km/h, mph for speed - Works on phones and tablets PERFEXPERT PRO (optional subscription) - Custom logo on your results - Cloud backup of your results - CSV data export WHO USES PERFEXPERT? - Car enthusiasts who want to know their real HP and torque - Tuners and mechanics verifying ECU remaps, chiptuning, intake, exhaust, or turbo upgrades - Owners comparing before/after results of any modification - Drivers timing their 0-60 mph or 0-100 km/h acceleration - Anyone curious about their car's true performance IMPORTANT NOTES - Dyno mode requires a manual gearbox or an automatic with manual/sequential mode - For best results, use a flat, straight, horizontal road with no traffic - External GPS (in-app purchase) unlocks additional features with a compatible device (RaceBox Mini, Mini S, Micro): more reliable results, rolling start dyno (no need to stop before measuring), and free phone orientation Sample dyno and acceleration reports: https://app.perfexpert-app.com/results/featured FAQ and support: https://www.perfexpert-app.com/faq Join the PerfExpert community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/perfexpert/ Privacy Policy: https://www.perfexpert-app.com/privacy-policy Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

LapTrophy

This app provides real-time lap timing, live tracking, and advanced analytics for car and motorbike racing. It offers GPS-powered accuracy, smart finish line detection, and detailed performance insights to help users analyze and improve their racing techniques on tracks worldwide.

Highlights
  • GPS-powered lap and sector timing
  • Live tracking and leaderboards
  • Data-driven speed and acceleration analysis
  • Worldwide track library and custom track creation
  • Automatic finish line detection
  • Session data export (CSV/GPX)
  • Motorcycle lean angle analysis
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Record, analyze, and elevate your racing performance on any track worldwide. Whether you’re driving a car or riding a motorbike, LapTrophy delivers real-time lap timing, live tracking, and advanced analytics—all in one easy-to-use app. HIGHLIGHTS ∙ GPS-Powered Accuracy: Instantly measure lap and sector times with precise GPS data. ∙ Live Tracking & Leaderboards: Follow your friends on the track in real time, check live leaderboards, and never miss a split. ∙ Data-Driven Insights: Compare speed, acceleration, and braking zones to fine-tune your technique. ∙ Worldwide Coverage: Access thousands of tracks—or create your own—and keep pushing your limits wherever you go. ∙ Easy Sharing: Share session results, export your data as CSV/GPX, and showcase your best laps with friends. LAP & SECTOR TIMES ∙ Smart Finish Line Detection: No more manual triggers—LapTrophy automatically detects finish line crossings. ∙ Real-Time Updates: View instantaneous lap and sector times, plus voice notifications for hands-free feedback. ∙ ‘In-Pocket’ Recording: Record laps without holding your phone. Keep your focus on the road while the app does the work. ADVANCED TOOLS ∙ Precise motorcycle lean angle analysis, corner by corner ∙ Smart prediction of your lap time ∙ Customizable dashboard and recording screen LIVE TRACKING ∙ Stream Your Sessions: Broadcast your lap times in real time. ∙ Follow Any Track: Monitor current sessions around the world, locate other drivers, and join the action. FOR ALL OUTDOOR MOTORSPORTS ∙ Cars & Motorbikes: Whether you’re behind the wheel or on two wheels, LapTrophy has you covered. ∙ Vehicle Profiles: Save your favorite rides for quick setup and consistent data comparisons. EXPLORE TRACKS & EVENTS ∙ Global Track Library: Discover new circuits near you or worldwide. ∙ Fastest Laps Leaderboards: See how you stack up against the community’s best. ∙ Create & Share Tracks: Build custom track layouts and share them with fellow racers. ANALYZE & IMPROVE ∙ Advanced Telemetry: Review and compare detailed speed and acceleration data for each lap. ∙ Personal & Public Stats: Benchmark your performance against yourself and other LapTrophy users. SHARE YOUR PROGRESS ∙ Easy Sharing: Post your session highlights and fastest lap times on social media or messaging apps. ∙ Export Data: Save your sessions as CSV or GPX for further analysis or archiving. NO REGISTRATION REQUIRED ∙ Download & Drive: Enjoy all major features without creating an account. ∙ Privacy First: No email or password needed—just hit the track and race with peace of mind. Get ready to break personal records, challenge the leaderboard, and experience the thrill of real-time motorsport tracking. Download LapTrophy now and race smarter, faster, and safer! Terms of Use : https://www.laptrophy.com/terms Standard Apple Terms of Use (EULA) : https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

PerfExpert4 screens
LapTrophy4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: LapTrophy at Free against PerfExpert's $8.99. LapTrophy also leads on rating (4.8 vs 3.7) and ratings volume (283 vs 12). PerfExpert's advantage is ads (none vs shown). On update cadence, in-app purchases, monetization model 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

LapTrophy is free to download; PerfExpert costs $8.99 up front. PerfExpert sells 8 in-app purchases, starting at $11.99 per month and LapTrophy sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

LapTrophy holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 3.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: LapTrophy has 283 ratings behind it against 12, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 63% of PerfExpert's written reviews are positive against 79% of LapTrophy's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

PerfExpert ships an update every 2 months, LapTrophy every 3 months. Both last shipped on October 26, 2026.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
PerfExpert versus LapTrophy: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPerfExpertLapTrophy
Price$8.99Free — better
Rating3.7 (12 ratings)4.8 (283 ratings) — better
Positive reviews63.4% of reviews79.4% of reviews — better
Number of ratings12283 — better
Update frequencyEvery 2 months — betterEvery 3 months
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.013.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size30 MB24 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperClaude JOSEPH ANGELIQUEDXB Technologies

Customer experience

PerfExpert

All ratings12 ratings
Positive66.7%
Neutral8.3%
Negative25.0%
Written reviews101 reviews
Positive63.4%
Neutral6.9%
Negative29.7%

LapTrophy

All ratings271 ratings
Positive95.9%
Neutral0.7%
Negative3.3%
Written reviews252 reviews
Positive79.4%
Neutral4.8%
Negative15.9%

Bugs and requests

PerfExpert

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

LapTrophy

Reported bugs

14 issues
  • GPS signal loss and tracking errors
  • Laps not being recorded despite activity
  • Incorrect lap time calculations (off by minutes)
  • App crashes on older devices (iPhone 6, SE)
  • Subscription payment issues and unauthorized charges
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  • Cannot cancel subscription
  • Track mapping shows incorrect locations
  • Notifications not functioning
  • GPX export not working
  • Slow interface with multiple sessions
  • Ads cannot be closed properly
  • App fails to start or launch
  • Data loss when switching devices
  • Inconsistent sector time comparisons

Requested features

19 requests
  • One-time purchase option instead of subscription
  • Japanese language support
  • More than 2 sectors per circuit
  • Minimum speed data
  • Apple Watch support
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  • Real-time position map display
  • Speed over time graph for each lap
  • Cumulative lap time tracking
  • Separate reference time per session
  • G-force tracking
  • Video integration
  • Web dashboard for viewing times remotely
  • Bluetooth external GPS connection
  • Start and finish line distinction for point-to-point courses
  • Sector-by-sector speed analysis
  • Ability to delete anomalous laps
  • Better map sizing and visibility
  • Multiple track layouts per circuit
  • Braking and acceleration data export

In-app purchases

8 purchases

PerfExpert

Subscriptions4
  • PerfExpert Pro$11.991 Month
  • PerfExpert Pro Max$24.991 Month
  • PerfExpert Pro$89.991 Year
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  • PerfExpert Pro Max$199.991 Year
One-time4
  • 1 Extra Car Profile$3.99
  • 3 Extra Car Profiles$9.99
  • 5 Extra Car Profiles$14.99
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  • External GPS Unlock$17.99
2 purchases

LapTrophy

Subscriptions2
  • Club Member7 Days trial$4.991 Month
  • Membre Club$39.991 Year

Questions

Is PerfExpert free?
PerfExpert costs $8.99, and also offers in-app purchases.
Is LapTrophy free?
LapTrophy is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, PerfExpert or LapTrophy?
LapTrophy is rated higher. PerfExpert averages 3.7 out of 5 from 12 ratings, while LapTrophy averages 4.8 from 283 ratings.
Do PerfExpert or LapTrophy have ads?
LapTrophy shows ads; PerfExpert does not.
Which is updated more often, PerfExpert or LapTrophy?
PerfExpert ships an update every 2 months, and LapTrophy every 3 months. Most recently, PerfExpert was updated on October 26, 2026 and LapTrophy on October 26, 2026.

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