Comparison

DashFacer vs Quick Gear

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/

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Quick Gear

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Quick Gear turns your smart trainer into the perfect companion for Apple Fitness+ cycling workouts. Or just for a great ride without complicated apps or extra subscriptions. WHY QUICK GEAR? Created as a companion app for Apple Fitness+ to make cycling workouts seamless. Simple resistance control through five customizable buttons that let you adjust your smart trainer's resistance instantly during your workout. But the app is also perfect for just getting on your bike without complicated cycling apps or subscriptions. Privacy first: collects no data or metrics in the cloud, stores no data or metrics locally except the name of the connected device. FEATURES • Five large, easy-to-tap preset buttons • Switch between resistance (%) and power (watts) modes • Customize each preset with your preferred resistance levels • Real-time RPM and power display (if supported by your trainer) • Remembers your last-used trainer—automatic reconnection • Works in the background while Fitness+ plays • Dark mode interface designed for quick glances during workouts HOW IT WORKS Connect your smart trainer via Bluetooth to your iPhone. Start your Apple Fitness+ cycling workout on an iPad. Tap a button when the instructor calls for a resistance change. Focus on your workout, not on complicated controls. PERFECT FOR • Apple Fitness+ subscribers with a smart trainer • Cyclists who want simple, direct resistance control without the hassle of cycling apps • Anyone looking to maximize their training without multiple app subscriptions COMPATIBLE TRAINERS Works with FTMS-compatible smart trainers such as Zwift Hub, Wahoo KICKR, Tacx, Elite, and other Bluetooth trainers supporting the FTMS protocol. Tested with: Zwift Hub Please let us know which other devices are or aren't compatible. REQUIREMENTS • iPhone 6s or later with iOS 15.1+ • FTMS-compatible smart trainer (e.g., Zwift Hub, Wahoo KICKR, Tacx) • Bluetooth connection Quick Gear uses the FTMS Bluetooth protocol to communicate directly with your trainer. No accounts, no subscriptions, no complicated setup—just simple, effective control.

Screenshots

DashFacer4 screens
Quick Gear4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Quick Gear at none against DashFacer's 3. Quick Gear also leads on iOS requirement (15.1 vs 17.6). DashFacer's advantage is update cadence (weekly vs every 6 weeks). 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. DashFacer sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Quick Gear asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

DashFacer ships an update weekly, Quick Gear every 6 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 24, 2026 and October 25, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 3 level
DashFacer versus Quick Gear: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterDashFacerQuick Gear
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyWeekly — betterEvery 6 weeks
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPod — better
Requires iOS17.615.1 — better
Further details — not scored
Size12 MB37 MB
Age rating4+9+
DeveloperValerio MazzeoDiversIT Europe B.V.

In-app purchases

3 purchases

DashFacer

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

Quick Gear

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is DashFacer free?
DashFacer is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Quick Gear free?
Quick Gear is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do DashFacer or Quick Gear have ads?
Neither DashFacer nor Quick Gear shows ads.
Which is updated more often, DashFacer or Quick Gear?
DashFacer ships an update weekly, and Quick Gear every 6 weeks. Most recently, DashFacer was updated on October 24, 2026 and Quick Gear on October 25, 2026.

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