Comparison

RACER+ vs Drift

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

Head to head
About

RACER+

Stream motorsports, car builds, and enthusiast content with an extensive library of live and on-demand programming. Offers exclusive events and original series for a premium experience.

Highlights
  • Extensive racing and car build library
  • Exclusive live events
  • On-demand programming
  • Original series content
  • Mobile, CTV, and desktop versions
  • Advanced search bar
Features
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The New and Free RACER+ app offers motorsport fans and auto enthusiasts an unparalleled streaming experience, boasting the most extensive library of racing, build & enthusiast, news & information and original series content. Catering to a global audience, it curates the best in motorsports, delivering a diverse range of exclusive live events and on-demand programming. With a commitment to quality and innovation, RACER+ ensures that users immerse themselves in the thrill of high-speed action and the intricacies of vehicle customization, providing the ultimate premium experience for aficionados worldwide. Key features include: mobile, CTV and desktop versions, FREE SIGN UP for optimized and custom experience, Carousel header with programming priorities, LIVE & UPCOMING & LIVE with countdown and detail info, SPOTLIGHT featured row curated by expert fans, new episodes row, RACER+ Original featured row, genre based rows for enhanced browsing in addition to advanced search bar, daily new releases including VOD exclusives, FAQ & CONTACT dedicated pages for assistance. For any further information including managing you account please go to https://www.mavtv.com/app-faq on your Mobile or Desktop device. Terms of Use - https://racer.com/terms-and-conditions/ Privacy Policy - https://racer.com/racernetwork/privacy-policy/ For auto-renewing subscriptions please see Apple's Terms of Use (EULA) https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

Drift

Features
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Drift-R is the first competitive drifting platform built to bring structure, transparency, and progression to the sport. Designed for drivers, judges, teams, and organizers, Drift-R transforms drifting into a ranked, data-driven ecosystem—while preserving the style, creativity, and culture that define it. Terms of Use: https://drift-r.com/termspolicy Privacy Policy: https://drift-r.com/privacy-policy

Screenshots

RACER+4 screens
Drift4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: Drift at every 8 days against RACER+'s every 2 months. Drift also leads on iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.0). RACER+'s advantage is device support (4 vs 2). 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. RACER+ sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $7.99 per month and Drift sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

RACER+ ships an update every 2 months, Drift every 8 days. The most recent releases landed on October 18, 2026 and October 11, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
RACER+ versus Drift: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterRACER+Drift
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.6 (209 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews8.1% of reviews—
Number of ratings209 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsEvery 8 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple TV — betteriPhone, iPod
Requires iOS15.013.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size99 MB60 MB
Age rating4+12+
DeveloperRacer Network, LLCWest Wind Holdings LLC

In-app purchases

5 purchases

RACER+

Subscriptions5
  • STANDARD Monthly$7.991 Month
  • PREMIUM Monthly$19.991 Month
  • PREMIUM 3 Month$39.993 Months
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  • STANDARD Annual$79.991 Year
  • PREMIUM Annual$99.991 Year
3 purchases

Drift

Subscriptions3
  • Verifier$1.991 Month
  • Drift-R$7.991 Month
  • Team Manager$12.991 Month

Questions

Is RACER+ free?
RACER+ is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Drift free?
Drift is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do RACER+ or Drift have ads?
Neither RACER+ nor Drift shows ads.
Which is updated more often, RACER+ or Drift?
RACER+ ships an update every 2 months, and Drift every 8 days. Most recently, RACER+ was updated on October 18, 2026 and Drift on October 11, 2026.

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