Comparison

DashFacer vs LapPulse Timer

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

Head to head
About

DashFacer

Features
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DashFacer transforms your iPhone into a live racing dashboard, built for real drivers on real tracks. Mount it to your steering wheel and experience real-time performance insights while you race. DashFacer connects to live timing systems across licensed tracks, delivering instant lap data, sector performance, and live position updates — right where you need them most. Whether you're chasing personal bests or battling for position, DashFacer keeps you informed and focused with live data and intelligent voice feedback. Features: Real-Time Telemetry - live lap time, position, sector deltas, and gap analysis — updated while you drive. Sector Delta - See your gain or loss in each sector — get performance feedback before the lap is even finished. Multi-Class Position - See your real-time ranking not only overall, but also within your class. Whether you’re racing amateurs, or pro drivers, you always know your position against the right competitors. Voice Feedback - hear your latest lap time or performance changes without taking your eyes off the track. Steering Wheel Mount Friendly - designed for visibility and clarity from your wheel or dashboard. Optimized Dark UI - high-contrast design for outdoor visibility and night racing. Free Plan & Upgrades: The free plan includes all data channels and voice feedback for the first 5 minutes of your session. After this, voice feedback is disabled and some data channels are limited. Full access requires an in-app purchase or subscription. By using this app, you agree to DashFacer's Terms of Use. https://dashfacer.com/terms/

About

LapPulse Timer

Features
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LapPulse is the ultimate lap timer for kart drivers — precision telemetry in your pocket. REAL-TIME LAP TIMING Connect your RaceBox Mini via Bluetooth for 25Hz GPS-based lap detection with automatic start/finish line recognition. See your current lap, best lap, and live delta in real time on a heads-up display designed for the track. 3 HUD LAYOUTS Choose from Neon Grid, Racing Cockpit, or Clean Brutalist — each available in landscape and portrait orientation. Mount your phone on the wheel or dash and get the data you need at a glance. LAP COMPARISON Compare any two laps side by side with synchronized speed and delta charts. Scrub through the data and see cursor positions move on the track map in real time. Find where you're gaining and losing time. SPEED ANALYSIS Color-coded speed heatmaps overlay your racing line on a satellite map. Instantly see braking zones, corner speeds, and acceleration points. TRACK MANAGEMENT Create and manage your favorite tracks with a guided editor. Set start/finish lines and sector boundaries with precision using draggable pins and visual trigger zones. PERSONAL BESTS Track your PB progression across sessions for every track. See your improvement over time and celebrate new records. SESSION HISTORY Every session is saved with full telemetry data, weather conditions, and tags. Filter, search, and review your driving history. SHARE & COMPARE Export sessions as .lappulse files to share with teammates, or export CSV for external analysis tools. WORKS OFFLINE All data is stored locally on your device. No account required, no cloud dependency. Your data stays yours. REQUIRES: RaceBox Mini, Mini S, or Micro GPS device for live recording. Demo mode available for testing without hardware. BUILD YOUR OWN HUD Every driver reads a different number first. Drag widgets onto a snap grid and put yours where your eyes already go — current lap, best lap, live delta, predicted lap, speed, sector lights and more. Portrait and landscape get their own layouts. The stop button always stays put, so you can never lose it mid-session.

Screenshots

DashFacer4 screens
LapPulse Timer4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: LapPulse Timer at none against DashFacer's 3. LapPulse Timer also leads on device support (3 vs 1) and iOS requirement (15.1 vs 17.6). On price, update cadence 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. DashFacer sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. LapPulse Timer asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

DashFacer ships an update weekly, LapPulse Timer fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on September 16, 2026 and August 7, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 3 level
DashFacer versus LapPulse Timer: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterDashFacerLapPulse Timer
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyWeekly — betterFortnightly
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS17.615.1 — better
Further details — not scored
Size12 MB36 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperValerio MazzeoArtur Ploom

In-app purchases

3 purchases

DashFacer

Subscriptions2
  • Premium Monthly$2.991 Month
  • Premium Yearly$22.991 Year
One-time1
  • Premium Lifetime$44.99
None

LapPulse Timer

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is DashFacer free?
DashFacer is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is LapPulse Timer free?
LapPulse Timer is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do DashFacer or LapPulse Timer have ads?
Neither DashFacer nor LapPulse Timer shows ads.
Which is updated more often, DashFacer or LapPulse Timer?
DashFacer ships an update weekly, and LapPulse Timer fortnightly. Most recently, DashFacer was updated on September 16, 2026 and LapPulse Timer on August 7, 2026.

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