RC Maintenance Timer vs RC Bench
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
RC Maintenance Timer
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Know when your RC car is due for service, before a worn part ends your day early. Set a maintenance schedule once, add your runtime after each run, and the app shows what needs a check, a rebuild or a replacement next, with reminders so you never fall behind. HOW IT WORKS 1. Add your car. Your first car comes with ready-made maintenance tasks for common parts, such as bearings and tires & wheels. 2. Set when each task is due, in minutes of runtime: Check, Clean/Rebuild and Replace. Change the defaults or add your own tasks. 3. After each run, add how many minutes you drove. 4. The Home screen shows what is due next on each car and how many minutes are left. 5. Did the work? Tap Mark done to reset that counter. Tapped it by mistake? Double tap to undo. WHY IT HELPS - Fewer breakdowns. Regular checks catch worn parts before they fail. - Spend less on parts. A tired part replaced on time costs less than the damage it can do. - Stop guessing. Service intervals follow how much you actually run, not the calendar. - Keep every car ready. See at a glance which one needs work before you head out. FEATURES - Maintenance schedule based on real runtime - Three intervals per task: Check, Clean/Rebuild and Replace - Total runtime for every part and for the whole car - Reminders on the days and time you choose, so you never forget to add your runtime (sign-in required) - Add and edit your own tasks and intervals - Works for any RC car or truck, electric or nitro, on-road or off-road - Available in 13 languages - Dark mode SIMPLE PRICING Free with one car. A one-time $4.99 Lifetime Backer purchase unlocks unlimited cars. No subscription and no ads. To finish first, first you have to finish. More from So Dialed: RC Setup App & Race Log, RC Pit Calc Pro, RC AI Mechanic, RC Speed Run and RC Crawl Scorekeeper.
RC Bench
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RC Bench is the first AI-powered setup management platform built for RC car racers. Whether you run electric or nitro, off-road, RC Bench gives you professional tools to dial in your car, track your car maintenance, and share setups with your team. SETUP MANAGEMENT Create and save detailed setups for multiple chassis including HB Racing, Tekno, XRAY, and more. Every parameter is covered: suspension geometry, shock positions, camber, toe, ride height, springs, differentials, and tires. Compare setups side-by-side to see what works at different tracks. AI SETUP ASSISTANT Chat with an AI tuning assistant trained on RC racing knowledge and your specific vehicle. Describe your track conditions and handling issues, and get actionable recommendations. The AI understands setup relationships across all chassis types using normalized 0-100% values, so advice works regardless of what car you run. TIRE DATABASE Browse a comprehensive tire database with brands, models, and compounds. Filter by surface type (clay, dirt, carpet, astro, asphalt), tread pattern, and grip level. Find the right tire for your conditions without guesswork. GEAR RATIO CALCULATOR Calculate final drive ratio, gear reduction, rollout distance, and estimated top speed. Supports 32P and Mod1 pitch. Includes preset gearing options for popular drivetrain configurations and a motor specs database. ESC TUNING GUIDE AI-powered Electronic Speed Controller tuning assistance. Get brand-specific programming help for Hobbywing, Cayote, Tekin, and more. Covers throttle curves, brake settings, motor timing, and thermal management. MAINTENANCE TRACKER Never miss a rebuild again. Track service intervals for shocks, differentials, bearings, drivetrain, and more. Log runtime per chassis and get alerts when components are due for service. Pre-configured templates for common maintenance tasks. TEAM COLLABORATION Create a team and invite fellow racers with a simple invite code. Share your proven setups with teammates and clone setups to use as a starting point. Work together on race strategy. RACE DAY TOOLS Log track conditions, surface type, temperature, and weather for every session. Record tire temperatures and performance notes. Build a data history to reference next time you visit a track. SUBSCRIPTION TIERS Free - 2 saved setups, 3 AI questions per day, basic tire info, and the gear ratio calculator. Try RC Bench risk-free. Regular ($9.99/month or $89.99/year) - Unlimited setups, 50 AI questions per day, full tire database across all brands, team sharing for up to 5 members, and the maintenance tracker. Pro ($14.99/month or $134.99/year, with 7-day free trial) - Everything in Regular plus the ESC AI assistant, 100 AI questions per day, and unlimited team members. Subscriptions auto-renew unless cancelled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Manage or cancel anytime in your iOS Subscriptions settings. RC Bench is built by racers, for racers. We know what it's like to spend hours at the track chasing a setup. Let the AI help you get there faster. Privacy Policy: https://rcbench.app/privacy Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: RC Maintenance Timer at every 2 weeks against RC Bench's monthly. On price, ads, in-app purchases 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. RC Maintenance Timer sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and RC Bench sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
RC Maintenance Timer ships an update every 2 weeks, RC Bench monthly. Both last shipped on September 23, 2026.
| Parameter | RC Maintenance Timer | RC Bench |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | Every 2 weeks — better | Monthly |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 — better | 15.1 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 47 MB | 58 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Degree3, Inc. | Willem Pieters |
In-app purchases
RC Maintenance Timer
- Lifetime Backer$4.99
RC Bench
- Regular$4.991 Month
- Pro$8.991 Month
- Regular - Annual$34.991 Year
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- Pro - Annual$59.991 Year









