Comparison

Rallymeter Basic TSD vs G86 Racing

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

Head to head
About

Rallymeter Basic TSD

Features
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Basic version of the full app rallymeter.com Info, manual and videos: www.rallymeter.com www.facebook.com/rallymeter The definitive tool for regularity rally & raid racing. CAP repeater for GPS navigation, ideal for RAID rally. Programable speed table with multiple stages. All the control in your iPhone, iPod or iPad. There's simply not a better system. Main screen designed thinking in the optimization and clearness of all the information needed by the co-pilot. Stage data, distance travelled, average changes, adjustments, advises and much more … You will be able to update to full version to be able to use the optional sensor. • Ideal distance visor with chronograph of stage elapsed time. • Accessible buttons to correct distance adjustment. • Stage details before starting stage. • Manual or automatic start for exact start time. • Actual and next average information. • Distance and time to end of stage. • Advanced/delayed distance display with background color help. (FULL VERSION ONLY) • Up to 4 different calibrations that we can even change during a stage. (FULL VERSION ONLY) • Progress bar to graphically see the stage evolution. • Reverse mode to be able to subtract distance if we get lost. (FULL VERSION ONLY) • Odometer mode that will show us clearly the distance and elapsed time so we can read the data to use when there's a stage with defined passing times. (FULL VERSION ONLY) • Adjust distance button to set the distance at any time. • Simple and visual road book where we see the stages, distances, start times ... • Possibility of inserting or delete stages. • Improved interface for faster and easier data input. • Entering sector distances and time we will be able to follow the average from stage to stage. • Up to 99 averages for each stage with 2 decimal precision. • Reference average change. • Cross or references advise programable per stage that allows to have the navigation information and that can also help to adjust distances in the stage. In the settings tab we define the app functions and we can also access to extra items like the new and powerful pilot mode. • Almost all the parameters are fully configurable to our needs. • Delayed start to allow stage start if we arrive late. • Manual or automatic navigation advises popup close. • Manual end of stage allows us to exactly know the distance we have at the specified end of stage by pressing a button. We won't need to stop at the end of the stage to check precision. • Start times automatic calculation. • Up to 5 decimal calibration value with a new interactive calibration system that makes it unique and simple. (FULL VERSION ONLY) • Up to 4 calibrations that we can change during stage if we need to. (FULL VERSION ONLY) • Wireless sensor control with signal level. (FULL VERSION ONLY) • Copy/Paste stage mode to complete the track stages or stages were we need to copy the first lap. (FULL VERSION ONLY) • Pilot mode (*) allows to have 2 devices connected, one in the hands of the co-pilot with the usual operation and a second device with only the info needed by the pilot: advanced/delayed distance, actual speed, elapsed time and elapsed distance for a comfortable navigation in the stage or between stages. This information is shown in big digits with background color change. (FULL VERSION ONLY)

About

G86 Racing

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G86 Racing records GPS lap times, telemetry and onboard video for cars and motorcycles. Use your iPhone or iPad on its own for circuit track days and point-to-point runs, or add supported sensors and a car computer. Lap timing • Circuit laps and point-to-point runs with live delta, lap times and sector splits • Mapped tracks, a track editor and routes learned from your own driving • Save a recorded run or a selected section as a track, and compare shared sections across runs • Session history, track maps and metric or imperial units • Phone GPS works offline Free features Guest mode includes lap timing and local session history without an account. A free account adds the track editor, three onboard videos and a Pro demonstration session. Team is free for 7 days for new accounts. Pro analysis and video • Compare up to four laps or runs using speed, time gap, g-force and telemetry traces • Review corner entry, minimum and exit speeds, lateral g, sectors and consistency • Motorcycle lean-angle display, charts and video overlay • On-device coaching reports with corner scorecards • Configurable live instruments and charts • Record onboard video and export a copy with a 720p or 1080p telemetry overlay • Choose an overlay look, move its instruments and select the part of the recording to export • CSV, MoTeC i2 CSV, AiM CSV, VBO and JSON exports; supported CSV imports Connected telemetry and pit wall • Guided car-computer connection using a QR code • ECU and external GPS over MQTT with supported receiver and ECU profiles • Car-specific computer selection, with automatic fallback to available phone sensors • Cloud sync and a live pit wall for your crew in a browser CarPlay and Apple Watch Basic session status and recording controls are free. Pro adds sector comparisons, roadbook guidance, rally timers and advanced Watch tools, including trip correction, speed zones, moto clock and pit messages. Team workspace Team adds shared sessions, roles, event plans, stints, checklists, setup revisions, parts stock and driver debriefs. Each teammate needs their own Pro subscription. Video remains on the device that recorded it. Cloud sync does not upload original footage. Subscriptions Pro and Team are auto-renewable subscriptions, billed monthly or annually. Payment is charged to your Apple Account when you confirm the purchase. The subscription renews automatically unless you cancel it at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Manage or cancel it in your App Store account settings. Prices are shown in the App Store before you buy. G86 is a driving aid, not official timing or a safety system. Check the track configuration and timing lines before driving. GPS accuracy depends on the receiver, mount and conditions. Terms of Use: https://g86racing.com/terms Privacy Policy: https://g86racing.com/privacy

Screenshots

Rallymeter Basic TSD4 screens
G86 Racing4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: G86 Racing at every 2 weeks against Rallymeter Basic TSD's every 6 weeks. G86 Racing also leads on device support (5 vs 3). Rallymeter Basic TSD's advantage is iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.6). On price, ads and in-app purchases 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. Rallymeter Basic TSD sells 7 one-off in-app purchases and G86 Racing sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $14.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Rallymeter Basic TSD ships an update every 6 weeks, G86 Racing every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 26, 2026 and October 29, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 3 level
Rallymeter Basic TSD versus G86 Racing: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterRallymeter Basic TSDG86 Racing
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 6 weeksEvery 2 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac, Apple Watch — better
Requires iOS13.0 — better15.6
Further details — not scored
Size19 MB116 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperCGPills SLSIA CrowFoundry

In-app purchases

7 purchases

Rallymeter Basic TSD

One-time7
  • Roadbook 5 photos per stage$4.99
  • Roadbook unlimited photos$9.99
  • Detailed rally info$10.99
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  • Advise when delayed / advanced$12.99
  • Pilot mode$14.99
  • Rallymeter Metrics$17.99
  • Upgrade to rallymeter full version$29.99
4 purchases

G86 Racing

Subscriptions4
  • G86 Pro · Monthly$14.991 Month
  • G86 Team · Monthly$49.991 Month
  • G86 Pro · Annual$149.991 Year
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  • G86 Team · Annual$499.991 Year

Questions

Is Rallymeter Basic TSD free?
Rallymeter Basic TSD is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is G86 Racing free?
G86 Racing is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Rallymeter Basic TSD or G86 Racing have ads?
Neither Rallymeter Basic TSD nor G86 Racing shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Rallymeter Basic TSD or G86 Racing?
Rallymeter Basic TSD ships an update every 6 weeks, and G86 Racing every 2 weeks. Most recently, Rallymeter Basic TSD was updated on October 26, 2026 and G86 Racing on October 29, 2026.

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