Comparison

NordicRaceTrace vs Split Second

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

Head to head
About

NordicRaceTrace

This app transforms your device into a precision race timer for Nordic skiing. It offers various timing modes, roster management, and live results sharing, making it ideal for coaches and teams.

Highlights
  • Split timing for various start types
  • Finish-line race timing with impulse + post system
  • Team time trial timing by name
  • Lap tracking
  • Roster management and syncing
  • Live results sharing
  • Export to CSV
Features
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The Nordic ski timing app built by coaches, for coaches. NordicRaceTrace turns your phone or iPad into a precision race timer for split timing, finish-line race timing, and team time trials. From practice on the rollerski loop or running track to college carnivals or FIS races, time any race or workout — and share results live with parents, coaches, and fans. — TIMING MODES — • Split Timing: stand anywhere on the course, record splits as athletes pass. Works with mass starts, 15s/20s/30s intervals, or custom staggered start times from your loaded start lists. • Race Timing: full finish-line workflow with the new Impulse + Post system — capture times the instant athletes cross, assign bibs after for maximum accuracy • Team Time Trial: time your roster by name, no bibs. Perfect for practice and pre-season tests like to 3000m track run or hill climb. • Lap Tracking: tap the same bib a second time for laps; no need to set up laps in advance! — WORKS WITH YOUR ROSTER — • Sign in with Apple or Google • Build your team roster on nordicracetrace.com — it syncs to the app automatically • Recurring events on the web track all-time standings, personal bests, and results across each training year — SHARE RESULTS LIVE — • Tap Share Live to publish a public results link — no login required for viewers • Run two phones at the finish line as co-timers — times merge automatically • Review and publish final results from the merge page on the web with nordicracetrace.com's robust results editor — BUILT FOR YOUR NEEDS — • Highlight your team or specific athletes for instant visibility on the results screen • Tap any result to edit, reassign, or delete • Long-press to mark DNF/DNS during a race • Export to CSV, share via text or email • Optimized for cold-weather use with sound and haptic feedback — FREE & PRO — • Free: manual entry, basic timing, viewing results, save to events • Pro (7-day free trial): start list import, team time trials, live sharing, and creating saved events Built by Patrick Cote (former Executive Director, NENSA) with co-developer Tracey Cote (Colby College head coach) alongside testing from top collegiate and club coaches across the US and Europe. Used from high school racing to junior development clubs to NCAA Nationals and the World Cup. Privacy Policy: https://www.nordicracetrace.com/privacy Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

Split Second

This timing app helps cross country coaches track runner splits during races with millisecond precision. It allows for configurable splits, management of multiple rosters, and offline functionality for efficient race day use. Results can be exported as PDF reports.

Highlights
  • Single stopwatch for all runners
  • Millisecond precision split recording
  • Configurable splits per runner
  • Multiple roster management
  • Quick roster loading
  • Export results as PDF
  • Offline functionality
Features
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Split Second is a powerful timing app designed for cross country coaches to track runner splits during races. KEY FEATURES: • Single stopwatch controls timing for all runners • Record individual split times with millisecond precision • Configurable splits (1-8 per runner) for any race distance • Manage multiple rosters (Varsity Boys, Girls, JV, etc.) • Quick roster loading for race day efficiency • Export race results as PDF reports • Compact, mobile-friendly interface optimized for outdoor use • Works completely offline - no internet required • Delete individual runners for

Screenshots

NordicRaceTrace4 screens
Split Second4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Split Second at none against NordicRaceTrace's 3. On price, rating, ratings volume 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. NordicRaceTrace sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per month. Split Second asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 5.0 for NordicRaceTrace against 5.0 for Split Second. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 4 and 2 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
NordicRaceTrace versus Split Second: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterNordicRaceTraceSplit Second
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (4 ratings)5.0 (2 ratings)
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings4 — better2
Update frequencyEvery 6 days—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFreemiumFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.115.1
Further details — not scored
Size31 MB33 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperPatrick CoteJackson Dawson

Customer experience

NordicRaceTrace

All ratings4 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews3 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Split Second

All ratings2 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

3 purchases

NordicRaceTrace

Subscriptions3
  • Monthly subscription$9.991 Month
  • Annual subscription7 Days trial$14.991 Year
  • Annual subscription$19.991 Year
None

Split Second

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is NordicRaceTrace free?
NordicRaceTrace is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Split Second free?
Split Second is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, NordicRaceTrace or Split Second?
NordicRaceTrace and Split Second are both rated 5.0 out of 5 on the App Store, from 4 and 2 ratings respectively.
Do NordicRaceTrace or Split Second have ads?
Neither NordicRaceTrace nor Split Second shows ads.

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