StringTracker vs Racketeer
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
StringTracker
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StringTracker helps tennis players keep track of racket string life with a simple, focused workflow. Add your rackets, record when they were last strung, and update playtime after each session. StringTracker keeps a clear running total of hours played on each string job, so you can decide when it is time to restring based on your own playing habits. Track multiple rackets: Keep all your rackets in one place and see their current string age at a glance. Log playtime quickly: Add or subtract playtime with simple swipe actions using your preferred time increment. Set your restring target: Choose the number of play hours you consider optimal before restringing. Mark rackets as restrung: Reset playtime when you restring a racket while keeping your tracking simple. Organize your list: Rename, reorder, or remove rackets as your setup changes. StringTracker is built for players who want a lightweight way to manage racket maintenance without spreadsheets, notes, or complicated session logs.
Racketeer
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Your personal tennis learnings, right on your wrist. Racketeer uses advanced motion detection and machine learning to automatically track every stroke during your tennis sessions. **No phone needed on the court – just wear your Apple Watch on your dominant hand (the one holding racket).** REAL-TIME STROKE TRACKING • Automatic detection of forehands, backhands, and serves • Instant swing speed measurement in km/h • Topspin, flat, and slice classification • Haptic feedback confirms each stroke DETAILED SESSION ANALYTICS • Total stroke count with Forehand/Backhand breakdown • Session duration and heart rate tracking • Speed trends and stroke distribution • Syncs seamlessly to your iPhone DESIGNED FOR PLAYERS • Minimal, glanceable Watch interface • Battery-optimized dimmed display during play • Works in background – focus on your game • Saves workouts to Apple Health RACKET MANAGEMENT • Track multiple rackets and string setups • Associate sessions with specific equipment • Monitor string performance over time Whether you're drilling, rallying, or competing, Racketeer captures every swing so you can analyze and improve your game.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: StringTracker at none against Racketeer's 1. StringTracker also leads on iOS requirement (15.0 vs 17.6). Racketeer's advantage is update cadence (every 6 weeks vs every 19 months). 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
Both are free to download. Racketeer sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. StringTracker asks for nothing beyond the download.
StringTracker ships an update every 19 months, Racketeer every 6 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 3, 2026 and September 24, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | StringTracker | Racketeer |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | Every 19 months | Every 6 weeks — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, Apple Watch |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 — better | 17.6 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 32 MB | 5 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Rays Of Space Oy | Edbert Wibowo Sumarlin |
In-app purchases
StringTracker
No in-app purchases
Racketeer
- Share Stats$2.99









