# Race Master Sail Timer + Speed vs Tactiqs

The clearest difference is rating: Tactiqs at 5.0 against Race Master Sail Timer + Speed's 4.4. Tactiqs also leads on review sentiment (89% vs 50%) and in-app purchases (none vs 2). Race Master Sail Timer + Speed's advantage is ratings volume (131 vs 19). On price, update cadence, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Race Master Sail Timer + Speed sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Tactiqs asks for nothing beyond the download.

Tactiqs holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Race Master Sail Timer + Speed has 131 ratings behind it against 19, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 50% of Race Master Sail Timer + Speed's written reviews are positive against 89% of Tactiqs's.

Race Master Sail Timer + Speed ships an update every 2 weeks, Tactiqs every 8 days. The most recent releases landed on September 22, 2026 and September 17, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Race Master Sail Timer + Speed | Tactiqs |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.4 (131 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/race-master-sail-timer-plus-speed/id995452178/reviews) | **[5.0 (19 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tactiqs/id1241415571/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **131** | 19 |
| Positive reviews | 50.0% of reviews | **88.9% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 2 weeks | **Every 8 days** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Size | 51 MB | 185 MB |
| Requires iOS | **14.0** | 15.6 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch | iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Kewlanu AB](https://appshunter.io/developer/1048251716) | [Marine Ventures LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1200646813) |

## What reviewers say

### Race Master Sail Timer + Speed

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/race-master-sail-timer-plus-speed/id995452178)

This app provides a sailing race timer with speed and course monitoring. It offers unique features for sail racing, including adjustable countdowns, wind and speed tracking, and a compass. It integrates with Apple Watch and can optionally start a Sailing Workout activity.

**Highlights:** Adjustable countdown timer, Speed and course monitoring, Wind shift tracking, Compass, Man Over Board function, ISAF Race Signals reference

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Apple Watch app

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Gold | $2.99 | per month |
| Silver | $2.99 | per 3 months |


### Tactiqs

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tactiqs/id1241415571)

This comprehensive boat performance system enhances race understanding and decision-making using real-time sensor data. It offers customizable displays for numerous metrics, post-race analysis, and integrated charting with weather forecasts. Supports both instrumented and smaller boats, with advanced features for foiling vessels.

**Highlights:** Real-time performance metrics, Post-race analysis tools, Sail usage tracking, Integrated chart viewer, Weather forecasts and routing, Augmented reality display integration

**Features:** Apple Watch app

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Race Master Sail Timer + Speed free?

Race Master Sail Timer + Speed is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Tactiqs free?

Tactiqs is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Race Master Sail Timer + Speed or Tactiqs?

Tactiqs is rated higher. Race Master Sail Timer + Speed averages 4.4 out of 5 from 131 ratings, while Tactiqs averages 5.0 from 19 ratings.

### Do Race Master Sail Timer + Speed or Tactiqs have ads?

Neither Race Master Sail Timer + Speed nor Tactiqs shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Race Master Sail Timer + Speed or Tactiqs?

Race Master Sail Timer + Speed ships an update every 2 weeks, and Tactiqs every 8 days. Most recently, Race Master Sail Timer + Speed was updated on September 22, 2026 and Tactiqs on September 17, 2026.

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