Catalyst by APSM vs IMRC Setup Manager
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Catalyst by APSM
This mobile application enhances field operations for the APSM Software Platform. It allows users to perform tasks like logging, inspections, and managing work orders. Access essential documents and asset information conveniently, both online and offline.
- Online and offline field operations
- Logging and inspections
- Corrective work orders
- Download and review SOPs, MPs, TOS, P&IDs
- Access asset information
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The APSM App is designed to complement the APSM Software Platform by offering a streamlined mobile application for both online and limited offline field operations, encompassing tasks such as logging, inspections, and corrective work orders. This application provides users with convenient and rapid access to download and review essential documents, including Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), Maintenance Procedures (MPs), Technical Operating Specifications (TOS), and P&IDs, in addition to asset information.
IMRC Setup Manager
Organize and manage all your racing car setups, track information, and personal notes in one centralized location. Easily share your custom setups with friends or keep them private for your own use.
- Car setup management
- Track information storage
- Setup sharing
- Personal notes
- Centralized organization
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IMRC Setup Manager 2.0 is built for RC racers who want an easier way to manage vehicles, tracks, setups, race days, notes, and tuning changes in one organized place. Track your RC cars, save setup information, manage track details, record race-day changes, and keep important tuning notes ready when you need them. Whether you are testing, racing, comparing setup changes, or preparing for your next event, IMRC Setup Manager helps keep everything cleaner, faster, and easier to find. Designed around real RC racing workflows, the app gives you dedicated sections for Vehicles, Tracks, Setups, RaceDay, Tools, and Support. Each section is organized so racers can quickly get to the information they need without digging through paper setup sheets or scattered notes. Key features include: Vehicle Management Save your RC vehicles with chassis style, manufacturer, model, transponder, notes, and setup history. Track Management Store track information, surface details, LiveRC links, location details, and notes for each race location. Setup Manager Record and manage setup details for different cars and tracks. Keep your setup information organized so you can review, compare, and adjust more easily. RaceDay Tools Use RaceDay mode to help manage race events, synced race information, notes, setup changes, and event history. Setup Change Tracking Record what changed, when it changed, and which car or track it was connected to. Cloud Sync Sign in and sync your data so your important setup information can stay backed up and available. RC Tuning Tools Access helpful tools designed for RC setup work, including measurement and tuning helpers. Support Access Quickly reach IMRC Racing N Repair through support options including email, Facebook, and Discord. IMRC Setup Manager 2.0 was created to make RC racing setup management more useful, more organized, and easier to use at the track.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is rating: Catalyst by APSM at 5.0 against IMRC Setup Manager's 4.5. Catalyst by APSM also leads on device support (3 vs 1). IMRC Setup Manager's advantage is update cadence (every 5 days vs every 7 months). On price, ratings volume, 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
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
Catalyst by APSM holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.5. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 2 and 4 respectively.
Catalyst by APSM ships an update every 7 months, IMRC Setup Manager every 5 days. Both last shipped on September 18, 2026.
| Parameter | Catalyst by APSM | IMRC Setup Manager |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 5.0 (2 ratings) — better | 4.5 (4 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | — | 75.0% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 2 | 4 — better |
| Update frequency | Every 7 months | Every 5 days — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | Free |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone |
| Requires iOS | 15.1 — better | 16.4 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 45 MB | 48 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | APSM, LLC | Josh Ingersoll |
Customer experience
Catalyst by APSM
IMRC Setup Manager
In-app purchases
Catalyst by APSM
No in-app purchases
IMRC Setup Manager
No in-app purchases





