Ski Tracks

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Ski Tracks is a single player sport game. It received neutral reviews from players.

Record your speed, distance, altitude and performance while skiing

Genres & Tags

Sport

Play Modes

Single-Player

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51%

Audience ScoreBased on 500 reviews

graphics2 positive mentions

stability4 negative mentions

The app provides a wealth of data and statistics for tracking ski runs, including speed, vertical drop, and distance.
It has a simple interface that is easy to use and does not drain the battery significantly during use.
The app has been reliable for many users over the years, allowing them to track their skiing history and compare stats with friends.

Recent updates have introduced significant bugs, causing the app to pause unexpectedly and fail to record runs accurately.
The transition to a subscription model has frustrated long-time users who feel they should not have to pay again after previously purchasing the app.
Many users report GPS issues, with the app failing to maintain a connection and inaccurately recording data, leading to a loss of trust in its functionality.

optimization
15 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Users report significant issues with the optimization of the app, particularly related to battery settings that affect performance. Many have found that disabling battery optimization resolves tracking problems, but others continue to experience persistent GPS and recording issues despite following recommended settings. Overall, while some users have managed to achieve satisfactory performance after adjustments, the app's optimization remains inconsistent across different devices.
- “Edit: after going to settings → battery optimization → SkiTracks and then turning optimization off, this fixed my problem and the app runs perfectly fine now.”
- “Optimization of battery means that I can ski all day without the need for battery packs and everything is recorded nicely.”
- “Incl battery optimization to be set to off... once set up, it works nice.”
- “I have already changed it so battery doesn't optimize... old review it keeps pausing and then doesn't pick up the other runs.”
- “Stops tracking all the time with my Honor (even if set to ignore battery optimization settings).”
- “Constant GPS issues, can't record speed, etc. All permissions given, never put to sleep... no battery optimization, and nothing gets it to work.”
stability
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Overall, users report mixed experiences with stability, noting occasional glitches and freezing issues, particularly after leaving the mountain. Some users have encountered significant problems, such as the app failing to open on Android devices and freezing that persists even after restarting their phones.
- “But the app freezes if you forget to stop it shortly after leaving the mountain.”
- “It freezes to such an extent that even restarting the phone doesn't help.”
- “Buggy won't open on my Android.”
monetization
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The monetization strategy of the app is viewed as a cash grab by some users, while others appreciate the option to pay $2 for an ad-free experience, highlighting its value for skiing enthusiasts. Overall, opinions are mixed, with some users feeling the pricing is justified for the app's utility.
- “Awesome app! I use it every time I go skiing. I'm not sure why it has such a low rating. Pay the $2 for no ads; it's good stuff.”
- “The monetization model is fair and allows for a great experience without feeling pressured to spend.”
- “I appreciate that the in-app purchases are optional and don't hinder gameplay. It's nice to enjoy the game without constant ads.”
- “It's a cash grab.”
- “The monetization system feels exploitative and prioritizes profit over player experience.”
- “I feel pressured to spend money to enjoy the game fully.”
graphics
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Users praise the graphics for their detailed representation of runs, including total distance, vertical coverage, and speed metrics, complemented by the ability to save daily history with photos. The app is noted for its comprehensive and visually appealing graphical interface, enhancing the overall user experience.
- “It tracks total distance and vertical covered, duration, max speed and altitude, number of runs, speed for each run, time spent on each lift, and provides a graphical representation of each run. You can save each day in history with photos. What else can one ask for?”
- “Detailed information, good graphics, and a very detailed app.”
humor
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players find the humor in the game particularly effective, highlighting the absurdity of unexpected detours, such as navigating through a lake, which adds a comedic element to the gameplay experience.
- “The occasional straight-line forays hundreds of yards and miles into the hinterlands were hilarious, especially when part of the 'trail' was through a lake.”