Comparison

DashFacer vs Start

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

Start

Features
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FREE FEATURES • Manual karting lap timing • Split timing • Session results and lap review • Clean, distraction-free interface START PREMIUM (OPTIONAL SUBSCRIPTION) Unlimited session tracking and certain premium tools require Start Premium, an optional auto-renewable annual subscription. Terms of Use: https://fiboagency.replit.app/terms/start-karting-timer Privacy Policy: https://fiboagency.replit.app/apps/kartlap-lap-timer/privacy

Screenshots

DashFacer4 screens
Start4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is iOS requirement: Start at 15.1 against DashFacer's 17.6. On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases 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 and Start sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $2.99 per year. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

DashFacer ships an update weekly, Start every 9 days. The most recent releases landed on October 3, 2026 and October 5, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference · 5 level
DashFacer versus Start: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterDashFacerStart
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyWeekly — betterEvery 9 days
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPod — better
Requires iOS17.615.1 — better
Further details — not scored
Size12 MB45 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperValerio MazzeoVLADIMIR SYCHEV

In-app purchases

3 purchases

DashFacer

Subscriptions2
  • Premium Monthly$2.991 Month
  • Premium Yearly$22.991 Year
One-time1
  • Premium Lifetime$44.99
1 purchases

Start

Subscriptions1
  • Start: Karting Timer7 Days trial$2.991 Year

Questions

Is DashFacer free?
DashFacer is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Start free?
Start is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do DashFacer or Start have ads?
Neither DashFacer nor Start shows ads.
Which is updated more often, DashFacer or Start?
DashFacer ships an update weekly, and Start every 9 days. Most recently, DashFacer was updated on October 3, 2026 and Start on October 5, 2026.

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