Microgate HiSettings vs Rally Start Timer
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Microgate HiSettings
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HiSettings is a Microgate App that allows configuration via Bluetooth connection of all devices in the HiFamily such as HiLink radios, HiSens photocells, the HiClock start light and the LinkPod Radio hub. Changes can apply to individual devices or groups of devices (e.g. frequency change or GroupID) HiLink - radios As far as HiLink radios are concerned, for the radio parameters it is possible to change the Frequency and GroupID, for the operating parameters it is possible to define the type of use (radio, receiver, timer, ...), the logical meaning of the signals received on the ports (Start, Stop, Lap1...), whether or not to enable HiSmart reception (and with what reception distance). Finally, it can be defined whether the device should be GPS synchronized or not (in single mode or with continuous synchronization). HiSens - photocell This device is not equipped with a display, so, besides using the ReiPro and RTPro stopwatches, the HiSettings App is the only alternative for configuration. In addition to the parameters described above, the photocell configuration can be used to set the operating mode (single or opposed TX or RX), dead time and special sensitivity options. HiClock - start traffic light For the start traffic light, it is possible to choose the operating mode (Countdown or Display), the parameters of the connection to the device (Bluetooth or WiFi), the type of sequence, the display mode, the possibility or not of displaying the time of day and the colours of the lettering. In command mode, it is also possible to control the display board directly from a mobile phone, activating or interrupting a sequence and to control other useful functions. LinkPod Radio - HUB radio This device, which allows pulses to be transmitted from up to 12 separate lines, can be programmed by changing the frequency and ID, the type of each line, and GPS synchronization modes.
Rally Start Timer
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Run every rally start with less mental load. Rally Start Timer brings start lists, planned times, live controls, and recovery actions together in one clear race-day workspace. BUILT FOR START CONTROL • Manual, scheduled, sequential, simultaneous, and fixed-interval starts • A clear next-car countdown, live queue, and optional voice, beep, or haptic cues • Touch triggering or compatible Bluetooth / MFi game controllers, with button mapping and input testing • Optional NTP reference sync for the session timing anchor • An adaptive race dashboard for iPhone and iPad RECOVER WITHOUT REBUILDING Undo a mistaken trigger, restart or skip an item, start the next competitor, or shift the remaining schedule. Each action is saved in the local event log. PREPARE AND REPORT Import start lists from CSV, batch edit and reorder competitors, duplicate events, and save reusable templates. Export portable event backups, detailed CSV timing logs with start deltas, or PDF race and audit reports. PRIVATE BY DESIGN Event plans, timing results, and operation logs stay on your device unless you explicitly import or export a file. No account, ads, GPS, or behavioral tracking. The free version supports one event with up to 6 items in manual or sequential mode. A one-time Pro purchase unlocks unlimited events, up to 200 starters per event, every start mode, controller and countdown tools, recovery actions, CSV workflows, templates, accuracy reports, PDF exports, and backups. No subscription or recurring charge. Terms of Use: https://rallystarttimer.codemxm.com/terms/
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Microgate HiSettings at none against Rally Start Timer's 1. Microgate HiSettings also leads on iOS requirement (15.0 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
Both are free to download. Rally Start Timer sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Microgate HiSettings asks for nothing beyond the download.
| Parameter | Microgate HiSettings | Rally Start Timer |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | Every 6 weeks | — |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 — better | 17.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 46 MB | 14 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Microgate Srl | 德明 杨 |
In-app purchases
Microgate HiSettings
No in-app purchases
Rally Start Timer
- Rally Start Timer Pro$19.99
Questions
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