Best Sailing Timer Tactical Apps

3.8(6 ratings)

Free

This app provides a spoken countdown timer for sailing races, displaying distance to the starting line and a track view of covered paths with speed indicators. It utilizes GPS for navigation and can be used with Bluetooth earphones for audio alerts.

SailViewer Timer by Master Sailing jdoo

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Regatta Countdown Timer by SOFTWARE OXYGEN, INC.

Sailing Timer w/ GPS Waypoints

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More Sailing Timer Tactical apps to explore

Yacht Timer

Regatta start timer

Clean and easy-to-use designTap to set timer durationSync to nearest minute

A simple sailing race timer with a clean design. Set timer durations by tapping minutes and sync to the nearest minute. The timer continues even when the app is closed.

Race timer for Apple Watch

$2.99

Sailboat racers can achieve perfect starts with this ISAF-compliant countdown timer. It offers customizable countdown sequences, audible alerts, and a sync function to align with race committee signals. The app runs natively on Apple Watch and can also be used on iPhone.

ISAF compliant countdown timerCustomizable countdown sequences (1-5 minutes)Audible alerts and haptic feedback

paid

Yet Another Sailing App

by IVAN BODYAGIN

30-second interval alerts10-second final countdown alertsCurrent boat speed display (knots)

This app functions as a sailing race start timer, providing audible and haptic alerts at 30-second intervals and during the final 10 seconds. It displays current boat speed in knots and allows for countdown adjustments using a digital crown. Users can set custom countdowns ranging from one to ten minutes.

Astro (Astrolabe Countdown)

free

Apple Watch Regatta Timer

timekeeper in your pocket

Voice Sail Start Timer

Voice countdowns and announcementsMulti-language supportVisual flag display

This app provides a voice-guided timer for sailing races, offering countdowns and announcements for key actions. It supports multiple languages and customizable race sequences, including team and match racing. Features include visual flag displays, race logs, and remote horn activation.

Race Master Sail Timer + Speed

free

The ultimate sailing watch

Adjustable countdown timerSpeed and course monitoringWind shift tracking

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.

free with in-app purchases

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tack X Sailing Regatta Timer

Sailboat Racing Tactician

$4.99

This tactical app provides sailors with clear, concise data for racing and navigation. It offers features like distance to line, wind shift tracking, and start timing, optimized for visibility in all conditions. It also integrates with Apple Health for exercise tracking.

Tactical pre-start dataDistance to line trackingWind shift and header tracking

Advance start time settingRepeat option for race committeesCompetitor mode (minimal interface)

paid

T Minus sailing timer

A better starting timer

$0.99

This app provides a continuous countdown for sailing races, with customizable sound signals and voice readouts. It offers two distinct modes for competitors and race committees, including features like quick postponement and a repeat option for race management.

Watch App for Regatta Sailors

$4.99

This app provides a dedicated timer for sailing races, featuring customizable countdowns, haptic feedback, and Apple Health integration. It offers an intuitive interface optimized for Apple Watch, allowing for quick adjustments and seamless workout tracking.

Customizable countdownsHaptic feedbackApple Health integration

Club racing made better!

Race Timer with auto-startBoat Speed (SOG)Bearing & Compass

This app provides essential sailing instruments and tactical tools for planning, racing, and navigating. It offers features like a race timer, speed tracking, bearing and compass, waypoint navigation, and route recording. Offline support ensures functionality on open water.

🗺️ Navigation

Simple Sailing Countdown Timer

freemium

Off to a perfect start.

$1.99

This app provides a clear, audible countdown for race starts, ideal for sailing and other sports. It offers customizable intervals, spoken prompts, and a distinct air-horn sound at zero, ensuring a precise start every time. Designed for simplicity and readability, it's suitable for organizers and individual participants.

Quick-set race start intervalsLarge, high-contrast displaySpoken prompts and audible tick

Sailing Starts & Lap Times

$3.99

This app transforms your Apple Watch into a regatta timer. It synchronizes with the official time, provides haptic feedback for countdowns, and sends iPhone notifications for start times. Continuous improvements and new features are planned.

Apple Watch integrationSynchronized countdownHaptic feedback

Sailing log & realtime tactics

One-press start and syncLive GPS readouts (SOG, COG)Lift and header calls

This app acts as a sailing race start timer and real-time tactics computer for Apple Watch and iPhone. It provides live GPS data, wind shift calls, and detailed post-race analysis with interactive replays. Races are stored in your account for easy access and online analysis.

Race Sailing Tack Optimizer

freemium

Pro Edition

$0.99

Optimize your sailing performance on up/down courses. This app uses GPS to calculate your course over ground and speed, factoring in conditions like current. It provides visual cues for your tack and helps you sail the best VMG to reach marks faster.

GPS-based course and speed calculationOptimizes VMG for upwind and downwind sailingVisual tack indicator (color-coded)

paid

Sailing Race Assistant

Track. Race. Analyze.

SailAlign: Sailing & Regatta

Upwind - Sailing Tracker

Race Timer,Tracker,Maintenance

Regatta management and synchronized race timerLive fleet tracking and race replaysAuto-recorded race timing with OCS detection

This comprehensive sailing app offers regatta management, GPS tracking, and performance analysis. It also includes a logbook, boat maintenance scheduling, and offline marine weather forecasts. Essential seamanship references are readily available for on-water use.