Fleet race analysis. A smaller annual bill.
SailTrace records your sailing races on your iPhone so you can replay what happened, review your stats, and compare with other boats.
SailTrace and ChartedSails, compared
| Compare | SailTrace | ChartedSails |
|---|---|---|
| Phone recording | iPhone app. | iPhone and iPad app. |
| Free replay | Your own track. | GPS traces and fleet replay for all boats. |
| Race analysis | Race replay and stats. Compare starts, routes, speed, and distance with Pro. | Automatic race and maneuver detection. |
| Instrument files | No instrument file import. | Garmin, Velocitek, Vakaros, and other sources. |
| Video review | No video sync. | Onboard video synced with tracks. |
| Individual paid plan | Pro on the web: $80/year or $15/month. | Racer Pro: $349 USD/year; full analysis on up to 3 boats. |
Fleet comparison requires Pro and recordings from other boats. A SailTrace account is required to view replays. See plans .
Compare your race with the fleet
With Pro, replay your race alongside the other boats that recorded. Compare your start, speed, and distance sailed. Follow the routes each boat took and see where you gained and lost against the fleet.
SailTrace Pro costs $80 a year or $15 a month on the web. Record and replay your own races for free.
Choose the tools you need
ChartedSails includes free fleet GPS replay. Its Racer Pro plan costs $349 USD a year and adds full analysis on up to three boats, VMG and polar comparisons, and video upload and sync. SailTrace Pro focuses on comparing your race with other recorded boats.
ChartedSails supports instrument files and synced onboard video. SailTrace does not import those files or sync video. To try SailTrace, make a new recording on your iPhone.
Try SailTrace without moving your history
Start recording before the race, put your phone away, and go sailing. Stop recording when you're done. Your replay and stats will appear automatically.
Your previous sessions can stay in ChartedSails. Try the SailTrace replay with your next race.
Common questions
- Is SailTrace cheaper than ChartedSails?
- SailTrace Pro’s annual web plan is $80; ChartedSails lists Racer Pro at $349 USD per year. The plans include different features, so compare the tools and free tiers as well as the price.
- Can I use ChartedSails without an instrument?
- Yes. ChartedSails has a recording app for iPhone and iPad. SailTrace also records from an iPhone.
- Does ChartedSails detect races automatically?
- ChartedSails describes automatic race and maneuver detection. SailTrace also detects races from recordings.
- Which app supports onboard video?
- ChartedSails offers video synchronization with the recorded track. SailTrace does not currently offer that feature.
Take SailTrace to your next race.
Record and replay your own races for free.