Comparison

SailTracks vs Astro (Astrolabe Countdown)

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

Head to head
About

SailTracks

Features
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SailTracks THE OFFICIAL RACING APP OF THE BLACKSTRAP SAILING CLUB LOCATED IN SASKATCHEWAN, CANADA (BSSC.CA) SailTracks is a practical app designed for sailboat racing, providing essential tools to help you track and improve your performance on the water. Key Features: • Speed and Track Measurement: Monitor your boat's speed (to two decimal places) and track your course in real-time. • Built-in Timer: Use the precise, easy-to-use timer feature to keep track of race timings. • Performance Metrics: View your maximum speed, average speed, and total distance covered. • Travel History Indicator: Analyze your sailing performance with a visual log of your direction of travel. • Apple Watch Support: See important measurements on your wrist. • Landscape and Portrait modes. • No internet required - this app does not access the internet EVER. No phoning home, etc. This app DOES NOT do the following: • Export any data that can be used later. No GPX files, etc. There's plenty of other apps for that - search for SailTies which is great! SailTracks offers a straightforward interface with the functionality you need to navigate and compete effectively. Download SailTracks today and enhance your sailing experience. Any suggestions for updates? Email us at contact@smellslikedonkey.com Limitations: • Note that performance of the app depends on the underlying hardware including refresh rates of location data and accuracy of the readings. Your results may vary. See the ETrk, ESpd, and EPos values for errors.

About

Astro (Astrolabe Countdown)

Features
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The professional sailing timer trusted by regatta racers worldwide. Astrolabe Countdown delivers split-second precision timing when every second counts at the starting line. CORE RACING FEATURES: Build with sailing and yachting professionals worldwide Crystal-clear edge-to-edge progress display for instant visual feedback Reliable haptic feedback you can feel even in rough conditions Always-active timing sessions that never sleep during critical moments Independent Apple Watch operation - no phone dependency Race history tracker with detailed journal entries ADVANCED RACING TOOLS: ProControl for advanced race timing strategies Instant 5-minute countdown on gun signal Auto-sync countdown to nearest minute for precision starts Real-time distance to starting line measurement Course shift tracking within 30 degrees Speed over ground in precise knots PERFECT FOR: Competitive regatta racing Sailing training sessions Time-critical race starts Professional sailing competitions Yacht club events APPLE WATCH OPTIMIZED: Built natively for Apple Watch with exclusive Apple Watch Ultra features. Works seamlessly across all Apple Watch models with customizable themes to match your sailing team colors. Start winning more races with precision timing. Download Astrolabe Countdown today. EULA: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://astrolabe-countdown.apphq.online/privacy

Screenshots

SailTracks1 screens
Astro (Astrolabe Countdown)4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: SailTracks at none against Astro (Astrolabe Countdown)'s 3. SailTracks also leads on iOS requirement (17.0 vs 26.0). 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Astro (Astrolabe Countdown) sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $7.99 per year. SailTracks asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard2 real differences · 4 level
SailTracks versus Astro (Astrolabe Countdown): the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSailTracksAstro (Astrolabe Countdown)
PriceFreeFree
Update frequency—Fortnightly
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Apple Watch — betteriPhone, Apple Watch
Requires iOS17.0 — better26.0
Further details — not scored
Size1 MB14 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperSmells Like Donkey, Inc.Chikai Lai

In-app purchases

None

SailTracks

No in-app purchases

3 purchases

Astro (Astrolabe Countdown)

Subscriptions2
  • Astrolabe Pro Access (Annual)$7.991 Year
  • Annual Ultra Subscription$14.991 Year
One-time1
  • ULTRA Tier One-Time Purchase$44.99

Questions

Is SailTracks free?
SailTracks is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Astro (Astrolabe Countdown) free?
Astro (Astrolabe Countdown) is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do SailTracks or Astro (Astrolabe Countdown) have ads?
Neither SailTracks nor Astro (Astrolabe Countdown) shows ads.

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