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Timing Mate Pro vs Swift Performance
Looking for a Swift Performance alternative? Both are timing gates you buy and own. The big differences are the upfront price, ongoing software fees, and what it takes to set up.
Choose Timing Mate Pro if
- You want a 3-gate system for a fraction of the upfront cost
- You want the app, online portal and team features included, with no yearly software fee
- You want setup without reflectors [only if Swift needs them, see checks]
- You want reaction, cognitive and decision-making drills with on-gate LED cues
Choose Swift G4 Gates if
- You need 1/1000th of a second resolution for research or elite testing
- You want dual-beam gates, which only record when both beams break
- You need very large setups, up to 16 gates and 400m
At a glance
Side by side.
| Timing Mate PRO | Swift Performance G4 Gates | |
|---|---|---|
| How you pay | One time purchase | One time purchase |
| You own the hardware | Yes | Yes |
| 3 gates, upfront (USD) | $1,750 | $5,299 |
| Ongoing fees | None | Swift Labs 2.0: $199 Per gate per year |
| Reflectors needed | No | Yes |
| Timing resolution | 0.01s | 0.001s |
| Range between gates | Up to 120m | Up to 400m |
| LED reaction display | 9×9 array on every gate | RGB LED Strobes |
| Athletes and teams | Unlimited | Unlimited |
| Online portal | AxIT Connect, included | Swift Labs |
| Warranty | 2 years | 2 years |
Prices in USD.
Total cost
What 3 gates cost over 3 years.
Swift G4 is a one-off purchase, but its cloud analysis and team dashboards need a yearly subscription after the first year.
| 3 gates, total cost (USD) | Timing Mate Pro | Swift Performance G4 Timing Gates |
|---|---|---|
| Upfront | $1,750 | $5,299 |
| After 1 year | $1,750 | $5,299 |
| After 2 years | $1,750 | $5,896 |
| After 3 years | $1,750 | $6,493 |
Where Swift Performance is stronger
Swift G4 times to 1/1000th of a second, offers dual-beam gates to cut false triggers, and scales to 16 gates over 400m, which suits large combines and research programs. Like Timing Mate Pro, you own the hardware and get a 2-year warranty. For everyday team testing, Timing Mate Pro gives you 0.01s accuracy and full team analytics for a much lower total cost.
Timing Mate Pro vs Swift Performance G4: FAQ
Is Timing Mate Pro as accurate as Swift Performance?
Swift G4 records to 1/1000th of a second and Timing Mate Pro to 1/100th. For sprint and agility testing, the differences that matter for coaching show up in the hundredths. If you need thousandths or dual-beam timing for research, Swift G4 is the better fit.
Can I switch from Swift Performance to Timing Mate Pro?
Yes, AxIT connect has csv import available for creating athletes and teams.
Do I need a subscription?
Not with Timing Mate Pro. The app, AxIT Connect and all team features are included. Swift G4 includes a required 12-month Swift Labs subscription at US$199 per gate, which is optional after the first year.
Ready to own your timing gates?
Pay once. Every kit includes the app, AxIT Connect, unlimited athletes and a 2-year warranty.
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