Performance Racing Network vs MotorTrend
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Performance Racing Network
This app provides live and on-demand motorsports radio programming, including NASCAR races and original shows. It offers year-round coverage of various racing series and behind-the-scenes content. Stay connected to the world of racing with this dedicated audio platform.
- Live motorsports radio broadcasts
- On-demand programming
- NASCAR licensed content
- Original shows like "Fast Talk"
- Year-round racing coverage
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The Performance Racing Network (PRN) is one of two NASCAR licensed multi-broadcast radio networks which markets, produces and distributes motorsports programming 365 days a year. PRN broadcasts 13 Monster Energy NASCAR Cup Series races, twelve NASCAR Nationwide Series events and produces "Fast Talk", "The Pit Reporters", "Garage Pass" and "zMAX Racing Country."
MotorTrend
Access the latest automotive news, in-depth car reviews, and a comprehensive buyer's guide to research your next vehicle. Explore historical magazine archives and find listings for vehicles in the marketplace.
- Breaking automotive news
- Extensive Buyer's Guide
- Car reviews and specs
- Vehicle listings
- 70+ years of magazine archives
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Find what drives you with the MotorTrend app, your go-to destination for all things automotive. Whether you're an automotive enthusiast, researching your next car, or just love staying in the know about the latest automotive news, MotorTrend has you covered. Stay Ahead of the Curve: Get the latest automotive news delivered straight to your fingertips. From breaking industry developments to comprehensive car reviews, our app keeps you informed and up to date with the world of cars and all upcoming MotorTrend events. Explore feature stories that provide unparalleled insights into the industry's trends, technologies, and innovations. Find Your Dream Ride: With our interactive Buyer's Guide, you can dive deep to find the perfect ride. From classics to cutting-edge models, our detailed reviews, specs, and insights help you make informed decisions on your next purchase. When you’re ready to buy, check vehicle listings using the MotorTrend Marketplace. Be Part of the Celebration: Celebrate MotorTrend’s 75th Anniversary with us! Access a collection of digital magazine archives including over 70 years of MotorTrend, HOT ROD Magazines and more. Key Features: • Breaking automotive news • Extensive Buyer's Guide for researching your next ride • Over 70 years of MotorTrend and HOT ROD Magazines • User-friendly interface for seamless navigation Download the MotorTrend app now and find what drives you. For help, please visit https://help.motortrend.com Terms of Use: https://www.hearst.com/-/us-magazines-terms-of-use Privacy Policy: https://www.hearst.com/-/us-magazines-privacy-notice We may work with third-party advertising companies and other partners that help us deliver tailored advertisements to you. To opt-out of behavioral tracking on mobile devices, you may use the DAA AppChoices Tool, available at http://www.aboutads.info/appchoices
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Verdict
The clearest difference is rating: MotorTrend at 4.8 against Performance Racing Network's 4.0. MotorTrend also leads on ratings volume (56K vs 13) and update cadence (monthly vs every 4 months). Performance Racing Network's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 10). On price, ads, 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
Both are free to download. MotorTrend sells 7 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per month. Performance Racing Network asks for nothing beyond the download.
MotorTrend holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: MotorTrend has 56K ratings behind it against 13, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 27% of Performance Racing Network's written reviews are positive against 41% of MotorTrend's.
Performance Racing Network ships an update every 4 months, MotorTrend monthly. The most recent releases landed on July 20, 2026 and September 25, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Performance Racing Network | MotorTrend |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.0 (13 ratings) | 4.8 (56K ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 27.3% of reviews | 40.7% of reviews — better |
| Number of ratings | 13 | 56K — better |
| Update frequency | Every 4 months | Monthly — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | Free | Free |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple TV — better |
| Requires iOS | 15.1 | 15.1 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 44 MB | 27 MB |
| Age rating | 12+ | 17+ |
| Developer | Speedway Motorsports, Inc | Motor Trend Group LLC |
Customer experience
Performance Racing Network
MotorTrend
Bugs and requests
Performance Racing Network
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
MotorTrend
Reported bugs
4 issues- App crashes and freezes
- Streaming problems and playback issues
- Login and account management problems
- Incompatibility with some devices
Requested features
4 requests- Offline viewing and downloads
- Improved playlist and resume features
- Better organization of content and archives
- Consistent experience across devices
In-app purchases
Performance Racing Network
No in-app purchases
MotorTrend
- Motor Trend OnDemand subscription14 Days trial$5.991 Month
- Motor Trend subscription$5.991 Month
- Motor Trend OnDemand Monthly2 variants$5.991 Month
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- Motor Trend OnDemand Monthly7 Days trial2 variants$5.991 Month
- Motor Trend OnDemand Monthly1 Month trial2 variants$5.991 Month
- Motor Trend OnDemand subscription14 Days trial$54.991 Year
- Motor Trend OnDemand Annual7 Days trial$54.991 Year
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