Comparison

AutoX Data Logger vs RaceBuddy Overlay

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

Head to head
About

AutoX Data Logger

Record and analyze autocross runs with video, GPS, and accelerometer data. Map courses, visualize performance with GPS traces and plots, and automatically start/stop recordings for hands-free logging. Export and import run data for comprehensive performance review.

Highlights
  • Course mapping with cone placement
  • Video, GPS, and accelerometer run recording
  • GPS traces and speed/g-force plots
  • Automatic start/stop recording
  • Data export and import
  • Optional sensor fusion for internal GPS
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Data logger for collecting and analyzing run data for autocross. Map the course, record your runs, then analyze your performance! The app is designed to be quick to use to quickly analyze data between runs and find time during the event. * Map the course, including the cones! * Record your runs with video (GoPro or internal camera), GPS, ODB2, and accelerometer data * Analyze your runs with GPS traces, video, speed vs distance plots, and g-force plots * Automatically start and stop recording for hands free data logging * Export your data (csv, json, and VBO) * Import runs from others * iCloud data sync The data collection is based on GPS/GNSS data and is compatible with various devices. Some of which connect directly to the app for the highest quality data collection. The solutions which provide the best quality (25hz or 10hz) data are: * RaceBox Mini * RaceBox Mini S * RaceBox Micro * Dragy Pro * Dragy Lite * XGPS160 * Opensource DIY GPS modules (build for under $50!) https://github.com/FlorianMuellerklein/OpensourceGPSDevice4AutoXDatalogger Alternatively, the app is compatible with any GPS device which pairs to the iOS settings.  Video recording * GoPro 5/6/7/8/9/10/11/12/13 * Internal iPhone Camera Vehicle Data * BLE ELM327 readers * Veepeak ODBCheck Plus is the most tested and recommended device * Custom sensors that broadcast byte packets on a BLE characteristics. Make whatever you want and broadcast it in a compatible way. Additionally, when using the internal iPhone GPS the app contains an optional sensor fusion algorithm to interpolate between the 1hz GPS updates that the internal sensor provides. Typically 1hz is too slow for motorsports applications but this may provide usable data with no additional hardware required.

About

RaceBuddy Overlay

Features
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Turn your track day data into broadcast-quality video overlays, detailed lap analysis, and shareable car cards — all from your iPhone. RB Overlay is built for track day enthusiasts, amateur racers, and motorsport content creators who want more from their telemetry data. Import files from the logger you already use, analyze your performance, and create professional video overlays — no desktop software required. IMPORT ANY TELEMETRY FORMAT RB Overlay reads more formats than any other mobile app: • VBO (RaceBox) • RNZ (RaceNavigator) • RCZ (RaceChrono) • CSV (universal, with auto-detection for RaceBox, Race Render, Serious Racing, FASTLAP, and custom layouts) • MoTeC LD (binary, reverse-engineered) • ECUMaster EMU Black (.emublog) • F1 official session data via API Just open the file — RB Overlay handles the rest. ANALYZE EVERY LAP Get a complete picture of every session: • Automatic lap detection from GPS data • Sector splits with colour-coded deltas • Best lap and ideal lap calculation • Speed traces, G-force graphs, and altitude profiles • Lap-to-lap comparison with overlaid telemetry charts • Interactive track map with live car position • Save and compare laps across sessions DRAG RUN ANALYSIS Measure acceleration performance with precision: • Automatic drag run detection • Speed-to-speed times (0-60, 60-120, etc.) • Distance-based metrics (0-100m, 0-200m) • Altitude and slope compensation • Satellite signal quality tracking CREATE VIDEO OVERLAYS Export professional video with real-time telemetry data: • Green screen mode — generate a pure overlay to composite in any editor • Video overlay mode — apply telemetry directly onto your onboard footage • Full custom layout designer — drag and drop gauges, maps, timers, and stats • Speed gauge, G-force meter, lap timer, circuit map, sector times, and more • Pre-built layouts for circuit and drag sessions • Export in 1080p, 2K, or 4K resolution • Portrait mode for Instagram Stories and Reels • Audio passthrough from source video CREATE CAR CARDS Design shareable photo cards for social media: • Import any photo from your camera roll • Overlay your best lap, sector times, track name, and date • Export in Story (9:16), Post (1:1), or Landscape (16:9) format • Perfect for Instagram, Twitter, and racing communities BROWSE F1 DATA Explore official Formula 1 session data: • Browse seasons from 2000 to present • View race, qualifying, and practice sessions • Access lap times for every driver • Study real F1 telemetry including RPM, gear, throttle, brake, and DRS • Overlay F1 data with the same tools you use for your own sessions 500+ TRACKS BUILT IN • Automatic circuit detection within 3km • Cloud-synced track database • Create custom track definitions for private circuits FREE TO USE — PRO TO GO FURTHER RB Overlay is free to download with full support for VBO, RNZ, RCZ, and CSV import, basic analysis, and green screen export at 1080p. Upgrade to Pro for: • 2K and 4K video export • Portrait video export • Video overlay on your own footage • Lap comparison tools • Custom layout designer • MoTeC LD and EMU Black import • Watermark removal Whether you are reviewing your latest track day, building content for your racing channel, or just exploring F1 data — RB Overlay gives you the tools that used to require a desktop and expensive software, right on your phone. Download RB Overlay and turn raw data into something worth sharing. Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

AutoX Data Logger4 screens
RaceBuddy Overlay4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: RaceBuddy Overlay at Free against AutoX Data Logger's $9.99. AutoX Data Logger's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 3) and update cadence (fortnightly vs every 5 months). On 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

RaceBuddy Overlay is free to download; AutoX Data Logger costs $9.99 up front. RaceBuddy Overlay sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. AutoX Data Logger asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

AutoX Data Logger ships an update fortnightly, RaceBuddy Overlay every 5 months. The most recent releases landed on October 28, 2026 and October 13, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
AutoX Data Logger versus RaceBuddy Overlay: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterAutoX Data LoggerRaceBuddy Overlay
Price$9.99Free — better
Rating5.0 (8 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings8 — better—
Update frequencyFortnightly — betterEvery 5 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationPaid—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS18.0 — better26.2
Further details — not scored
Size13 MB37 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperFlorian MuellerkleinImperio

In-app purchases

None

AutoX Data Logger

No in-app purchases

3 purchases

RaceBuddy Overlay

Subscriptions2
  • Monthly PRO$1.991 Month
  • Yearly$9.991 Year
One-time1
  • Lifetime$19.99

Questions

Is AutoX Data Logger free?
AutoX Data Logger costs $9.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is RaceBuddy Overlay free?
RaceBuddy Overlay is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do AutoX Data Logger or RaceBuddy Overlay have ads?
Neither AutoX Data Logger nor RaceBuddy Overlay shows ads.
Which is updated more often, AutoX Data Logger or RaceBuddy Overlay?
AutoX Data Logger ships an update fortnightly, and RaceBuddy Overlay every 5 months. Most recently, AutoX Data Logger was updated on October 28, 2026 and RaceBuddy Overlay on October 13, 2026.

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