Comparison

Speed Timer vs TerraRad

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

Head to head
About

Speed Timer

Features
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Speed Timer is a precision GPS-based acceleration measurement tool designed for car enthusiasts, automotive journalists, and anyone who wants to know their vehicle's real-world performance. MEASURE ANY SPEED RANGE Set custom start and end speeds or use built-in presets like 0-100, 0-200, 100-200, and 60-130 km/h. Switch between km/h and mph units instantly. HOW IT WORKS 1. Select your speed range 2. Tap Start to arm the measurement 3. Accelerate — the app automatically detects when you cross the start speed 4. Timer stops precisely when you reach the target speed 5. View your corrected time with detailed analysis PRECISION ENGINEERING - Dual EMA (Exponential Moving Average) filtering for noise-free readings - Sub-sample threshold crossing interpolation for accurate timing - Automatic GPS bias and filter lag correction - Confidence rating (High / Medium / Low) based on GPS accuracy and acceleration data REAL-TIME SPEED GAUGE A beautifully designed gauge displays your current speed with smooth animations, color-coded status indicators, and live elapsed time during measurement. DETAILED ANALYTICS Every measurement includes: - Speed vs Time chart - Acceleration vs Time chart - Distance vs Time chart - Speed vs Distance chart - Corrected and raw times - Maximum speed reached - Average acceleration - GPS accuracy metrics COMPARE RUNS Side-by-side comparison of your last two runs with overlay speed charts and a detailed metrics table showing which run was faster. HISTORY & EXPORT - All measurements saved locally with up to 200 records - Swipe to delete unwanted records - Export individual runs as CSV - Export full history as JSON backup - Share data via any app CUSTOMIZABLE - Dark and light themes - km/h or mph units - Haptic feedback toggle - Advanced tuning: deadband, snap-to-zero, EMA filter alphas, correction bias offset PRIVACY FIRST Speed Timer works entirely offline. Your location data is used only for speed calculation and is never uploaded, shared, or stored beyond your device. Note: GPS accuracy depends on device hardware and environmental conditions. For best results, use in open areas with clear sky visibility. Speed Timer is intended for use on private roads and closed courses only.

About

TerraRad

Features
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TerraRad allows users to configure and manage TerraRad sensors locally, providing quick access to essential settings and system parameters for researchers.

Screenshots

Speed Timer4 screens
TerraRad4 screens

Verdict

The call

Speed Timer and TerraRad are too close to call on the numbers: across 5 compared parameters — price, ads, in-app purchases and device support among them — neither pulls far enough ahead to decide it. What separates them is feature set and interface, not measurable difference.

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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ScorecardNo meaningful differences
Speed Timer versus TerraRad: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSpeed TimerTerraRad
PriceFreeFree
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS13.013.0
Further details — not scored
Size17 MB22 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperHasan Arda KaypakTerraRad Tech AG

In-app purchases

None

Speed Timer

No in-app purchases

None

TerraRad

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Speed Timer free?
Speed Timer is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is TerraRad free?
TerraRad is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Speed Timer or TerraRad have ads?
Neither Speed Timer nor TerraRad shows ads.

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