MyREF vs Race Ultra
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
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
Race Ultra
Plan and execute endurance events with detailed checkpoint management, crew coordination, and gear packing. Supports running, hiking, cycling, and paddling adventures.
- 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
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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
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Verdict
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
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.
MyREF ships an update every 9 months, Race Ultra weekly. The most recent releases landed on September 19, 2026 and September 14, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | MyREF | Race Ultra |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Positive reviews | — | 66.7% of reviews |
| Update frequency | Every 9 months | Weekly — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | — | Free with in-app purchases |
| Devices | iPhone | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better |
| Requires iOS | 18.5 | 16.4 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 0 MB | 66 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | SketchNZ | Race Ultra Pty Ltd |
In-app purchases
MyREF
No in-app purchases
Race Ultra
- Monthly Subscription$0.991 Month
- Annual Subscription$0.991 Year









