Comparison

MyREF vs Race Ultra

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

Head to head
About

MyREF

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This is a FREE Watch App (no ads or third party interuptions) with a basic Timer and Scoring function. The APP was developed by RugbyREF to use for ANY Sport with a Countdown Timer and Single Point Scoreboard - Simply download the APP to your iPhone and Install on your Apple Watch. To use, setup your COUNTDOWN TIMER, options from 5 minutes to 45 minutes, and select the TEAM COLOURS and tap START. The TIMER has a Start, Pause and Reset function when the timer reaches 00:00. Score by papping the relevant TEAM Colour, with One-Tap-for-One-Point, note that a small reset button below the Team Colour will reduce the score by One point. The timer can be reset as many times as you need and RESET GAME will return the app to its default state. Visit www.rugbyref.org for more information about our apps

About

Race Ultra

Plan and execute endurance events with detailed checkpoint management, crew coordination, and gear packing. Supports running, hiking, cycling, and paddling adventures.

Highlights
  • Create custom events
  • Add and manage checkpoints
  • Set cut-off times
  • View checkpoint facilities
  • Invite and chat with crew
  • Virtually pack gear
  • Monitor race progress
Features
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You've done the training. Now plan the race. Race Ultra is an ultramarathon race planning and race-day app built to help you turn your course, pace and race strategy into a clear plan from start to finish. Whether you're tackling your first ultra or your next big endurance challenge, Race Ultra helps you plan smarter and stay on track when race day gets tough. BUILD YOUR RACE Create any event your way: • Build an event manually for complete flexibility • Upload a GPX file and let Race Ultra build the course • Use AI Assist to build your event and pre-fill your gear bag Set your checkpoints, distances, elevation, pace and cut-offs before race day. PLAN YOUR PACE Set your target pace and Race Ultra calculates your expected arrival time at every checkpoint. As your race unfolds, check in and out of checkpoints and Race Ultra instantly recalculates your expected arrival times for the checkpoints ahead. Your race plan adapts as you run. PLAN YOUR NUTRITION Set water, carbohydrate and fluid targets for every leg of your race. Log your intake at checkpoints and keep your fuelling strategy visible throughout the event. Your crew can see the same information, so they know what you need and when you need it. STAY CONNECTED — EVEN WITHOUT SIGNAL Race Ultra works offline. Your race data is stored on your device and automatically syncs when connectivity returns — keeping your check-ins and crew dashboard up to date without relying on continuous mobile coverage. KEEP YOUR CREW IN THE LOOP Invite your crew to your event so they can follow your progress, see your expected arrival times and prepare for you before you reach each checkpoint. Less guessing. Better preparation. RACE WITH A PLAN Race Ultra brings your course, pacing, checkpoints, cut-offs, nutrition and race-day information together in one place. Our mission is simple: to help endurance athletes maximise their potential on race day through smarter, more informed race planning. Train hard. Plan smarter. Race Ultra includes a free 7-day trial. Continued use beyond the trial requires a paid subscription. Crew members can access your event using the free version. Subscriptions are purchased through the App Store using your Apple ID. Payment is charged at confirmation of purchase. Subscriptions automatically renew unless cancelled at least 24 hours before the end of the current subscription period. You can manage subscriptions through your iPhone Settings. Any unused portion of a free trial will be forfeited when a subscription is purchased. Terms of Use: https://raceultra.com/terms-of-use.html Privacy Policy: https://raceultra.com/privacy-policy.html

Screenshots

MyREF1 screens
Race Ultra4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: MyREF at none against Race Ultra's 2. Race Ultra's advantage is update cadence (weekly vs every 9 months) and device support (3 vs 1). On price and ads 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 Ultra sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month. MyREF asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

MyREF ships an update every 9 months, Race Ultra weekly. The most recent releases landed on September 19, 2026 and September 14, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 4 level
MyREF versus Race Ultra: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMyREFRace Ultra
PriceFreeFree
Positive reviews—66.7% of reviews
Update frequencyEvery 9 monthsWeekly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
Monetization—Free with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS18.516.4 — better
Further details — not scored
Size0 MB66 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperSketchNZRace Ultra Pty Ltd

In-app purchases

None

MyREF

No in-app purchases

2 purchases

Race Ultra

Subscriptions2
  • Monthly Subscription$0.991 Month
  • Annual Subscription$0.991 Year

Questions

Is MyREF free?
MyREF is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Race Ultra free?
Race Ultra is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do MyREF or Race Ultra have ads?
Neither MyREF nor Race Ultra shows ads.
Which is updated more often, MyREF or Race Ultra?
MyREF ships an update every 9 months, and Race Ultra weekly. Most recently, MyREF was updated on September 19, 2026 and Race Ultra on September 14, 2026.

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