# Race Master Sail Timer + Speed vs MarkSetBot

The clearest difference is rating: MarkSetBot at 5.0 against Race Master Sail Timer + Speed's 4.4. MarkSetBot also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 2). Race Master Sail Timer + Speed's advantage is ratings volume (133 vs 2) and update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 6 weeks). On price, ads, device support and iOS requirement 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. MarkSetBot asks for nothing beyond the download.

MarkSetBot 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 133 ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two.

Race Master Sail Timer + Speed ships an update every 2 weeks, MarkSetBot every 6 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 8, 2026 and October 11, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Race Master Sail Timer + Speed | MarkSetBot |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.4 (133 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/race-master-sail-timer-plus-speed/id995452178/reviews) | **[5.0 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/marksetbot/id1282844256/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **133** | 2 |
| Positive reviews | 50.0% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 2 weeks** | Every 6 weeks |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Size | 51 MB | 24 MB |
| Requires iOS | **14.0** | 15.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch** | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Kewlanu AB](https://appshunter.io/developer/1048251716) | [Macro Connect](https://appshunter.io/developer/1282844255) |

## 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 |


### MarkSetBot

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/marksetbot/id1282844256)

This app controls an automated sailboat racing mark using any smart device. It requires ownership of the physical MarkSetBot or use of CourseSetter software. It's designed for sailboat racing organizers and participants.

**Highlights:** Smartphone, tablet, or PC control, Automated sailboat racing mark, Requires MarkSetBot hardware, CourseSetter software integration

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**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 MarkSetBot free?

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

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

MarkSetBot is rated higher. Race Master Sail Timer + Speed averages 4.4 out of 5 from 133 ratings, while MarkSetBot averages 5.0 from 2 ratings.

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

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

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

Race Master Sail Timer + Speed ships an update every 2 weeks, and MarkSetBot every 6 weeks. Most recently, Race Master Sail Timer + Speed was updated on October 8, 2026 and MarkSetBot on October 11, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*