Comparison

Race Modeller vs RaceData3

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

Head to head
About

Race Modeller

Features
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Tactical sailing modelling routing software. Race Modeller is designed to put you in the right place at the right time, make smarter decisions and get better results. With Americas cup and Olympic heritage Race Guide provides unquestionable performance gain. Load wind and tide models and performance data and analyse races by running routes.

About

RaceData3

Features
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Transform your Apple Watch device into a powerful sailing instrument display for Expedition Navigation Software. Whether you're racing around the buoys or offshore, stay connected to navigation data with customisable, easy-to-read displays designed for racing. KEY FEATURES Designed for Racing • Start activity to keep screen on • Water Lock to prevent accidental changes Compatibility • Requires the RaceData3 Bridge connected to Expedition Navigation Software TCP port. Download at https://www.fieldyachting.com/apps • Works over WiFi - no iPhone needed SUBSCRIPTION • £39.99/year auto-renewable subscription • Subscription auto-renews unless cancelled 24hrs before period end Subscription Features (Annual): • All Expedition channels • Multiple page layout options PERFECT FOR: • Crew members who need specific data for their position • Navigators wanting a wireless repeater display • Coaches monitoring performance from chase boats • Anyone using Expedition who wants mobile data access REQUIREMENTS • Apple Watch on same WiFi network as Expedition computer • RaceData3 Bridge App running and connected to Expedition • watchOS 10.0 or higher SUPPORT • Developed by sailors, for sailors. RaceData3 is actively maintained by Field Yachting Ltd with regular updates based on user feedback from the racing community. • View terms of use here: https://www.fieldyachting.com/app-store-terms-of-use Transform your Apple Watch into a flexible sailing instrument display for Expedition Navigation Software.

Screenshots

Race Modeller1 screens
RaceData31 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is iOS requirement: Race Modeller at 15.0 against RaceData3's 17.0. On price, update cadence, 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. Race Modeller sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $999.99 per year and RaceData3 sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $39.99 per year. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Race Modeller ships an update every 4 weeks, RaceData3 every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 12, 2026 and November 5, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference · 5 level
Race Modeller versus RaceData3: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterRace ModellerRaceData3
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 4 weeksEvery 3 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, Apple Watch
Requires iOS15.0 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size124 MB3 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperHibrid Intelligence LtdField Yachting Ltd

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Race Modeller

Subscriptions1
  • RMStandard$999.991 Year
1 purchases

RaceData3

Subscriptions1
  • RaceData3 Annual$39.991 Year

Questions

Is Race Modeller free?
Race Modeller is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is RaceData3 free?
RaceData3 is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Race Modeller or RaceData3 have ads?
Neither Race Modeller nor RaceData3 shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Race Modeller or RaceData3?
Race Modeller ships an update every 4 weeks, and RaceData3 every 3 weeks. Most recently, Race Modeller was updated on November 12, 2026 and RaceData3 on November 5, 2026.

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