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Head-to-head · Speedrun Timer Software

LiveSplit vs KimP0ssible Autosplitter

  • Updated Oct 2026
  • Both researched from official sources
  • 4 checks side by side
LiveSplit #3 in Speedrun Timer Software 7.9/10 Free plan Free plan✓ 2 of 3 features Visit LiveSplit
KimP0ssible Autosplitter #6 in Speedrun Timer Software 7.9/10 Free plan Free plan✓ 2 of 3 features Visit KimP0ssible

LiveSplit leads on 1 check, KimP0ssible Autosplitter on 1, and 2 are even. Who comes out ahead on the 4 yes/no, price and count checks where we have data for both products. The editor score weighs everything else too.

Our verdict

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LiveSplit and KimP0ssible Autosplitter score identically on our rubric (7.9 out of 10) for speedrun timer software; LiveSplit sits at #3 and KimP0ssible Autosplitter at #6 in our editorial ranking, so the choice comes down to fit.

KimP0ssible Autosplitter offers frame-accurate timing; LiveSplit doesn't publish it. LiveSplit offers leaderboard integration; KimP0ssible Autosplitter doesn't. On game support method, KimP0ssible Autosplitter gives you Manual where LiveSplit offers Community.

LiveSplit is the better fit for speedrunners who want a customizable timer and race tools. KimP0ssible Autosplitter is the better fit for windows runners using OCR-triggered splits.

  • LiveSplit fits best

    Speedrunners who want a customizable timer and race tools

  • KimP0ssible Autosplitter fits best

    Windows runners using OCR-triggered splits

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Side by side

Feature LiveSplit 7.9/10 Visit ↗ KimP0ssible Autosplitter 7.9/10 Visit ↗
At a glance
Editor score 7.9 7.9
Ranking #3 in Speedrun Timer Software #6 in Speedrun Timer Software
Best for Speedrunners who want a customizable timer and race tools Windows runners using OCR-triggered splits
Pricing model Free Free
Starting price Not published Not published
Free plan ✓ ✓
Free trial — —
Deployment Cloud, Desktop Desktop
Platforms Web, Windows Windows
Support Community, Docs Docs
Integrations 7 integrations 1 integrations
Built for Solo, Small business Solo
Features LiveSplit 2/3 · KimP0ssible Autosplitter 2/3
Auto-splitting ✓ ✓
Frame-accurate timing Not published ✓ (best)
Leaderboard integration ✓ (best) —
Specs
Supported platforms web, windows Windows 10 or 11 (64-bit)
Game support method Community Manual
Our review
Pros
  • Connects with Speedrun.com to browse leaderboards, download splits, and submit runs
  • Supports automatic game-time reading and auto-splitting when available
  • Offers customizable layouts, race support, and downloadable or user-developed components
  • OCR profiles can trigger starts and splits from configurable game text.
  • Buffered frames support frame-accurate split timestamps.
  • Built-in timer, PB tracking, overlay, and LiveSplit Server commands.
Cons
  • The desktop release is Windows-oriented; the web version is a separate variant
  • Automatic splitting depends on availability for the game
  • Support is through community and documentation
  • Windows 10 or 11 (64-bit) only.
  • Game support depends on user-configured XML profiles.
  • No leaderboard integration.
Our verdict

LiveSplit is a speedrun timer for runners who want more than basic split timing. It combines run comparisons, customizable layouts, leaderboard tools, and race support, with a free, open-source model. Its desktop release is…

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KimP0ssible Autosplitter is a desktop timer for speedrunners who want on-screen game text to trigger starts and splits. It is designed for Windows 10 or 11 (64-bit), and is a fit for solo runners willing to configure game-specific…

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  1. LiveSplitSpeedrun Timer Software 7.9Free plan
  2. KimP0ssible AutosplitterSpeedrun Timer Software 7.9Free plan

Strengths and trade-offs

  • LiveSplit — where it wins

    • Connects with Speedrun.com to browse leaderboards, download splits, and submit runs
    • Supports automatic game-time reading and auto-splitting when available
    • Offers customizable layouts, race support, and downloadable or user-developed components

    Where it doesn't

    • The desktop release is Windows-oriented; the web version is a separate variant
    • Automatic splitting depends on availability for the game
    • Support is through community and documentation

  • KimP0ssible Autosplitter — where it wins

    • OCR profiles can trigger starts and splits from configurable game text.
    • Buffered frames support frame-accurate split timestamps.
    • Built-in timer, PB tracking, overlay, and LiveSplit Server commands.

    Where it doesn't

    • Windows 10 or 11 (64-bit) only.
    • Game support depends on user-configured XML profiles.
    • No leaderboard integration.

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Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Oct 2026

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