{"product_id":"speedstack-timer-g5","title":"Speedstack Timer G5","description":"\u003ch2\u003eSpeedStacks G5 Timer – The Official Competition Timer for Speedcubing\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eSpeedStacks G5 Timer\u003c\/strong\u003e is the latest generation of the world's most recognisable speedcubing timer. Used at official World Cube Association (WCA) competitions around the globe, the G5 builds on the trusted StackMat design with improved durability, smarter controls and enhanced reliability for both practice and competition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you're training for your first competition or chasing a national record, the SpeedStacks G5 delivers the same competition-style timing experience used by thousands of speedcubers worldwide.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e🏆 The Official Competition Standard\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe SpeedStacks G5 is the timer used on official WCA competition solving stations, making it the ideal choice for anyone wanting to practise under real competition conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOfficial StackMat competition timer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompetition-style two-hand start\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAccurate to 0.001 seconds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTrusted by speedcubers around the world\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you compete regularly, practising on the same style of timer used at competitions can help make your competition solves feel more familiar.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e⚙️ New Generation Improvements\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe G5 introduces several improvements over previous StackMat timers, making it more durable and easier to use during both practice and competitions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReinforced RESET and POWER buttons for improved durability\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eButtons require a short press-and-hold, reducing accidental resets\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHidden data port underneath the timer to protect the cable connection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eImproved mounting system for compatible G5 mats\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese upgrades are designed to improve long-term reliability while maintaining the familiar StackMat feel that speedcubers have trusted for years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e⏱️ Competition Accuracy\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe SpeedStacks G5 measures every solve to \u003cstrong\u003e0.001 seconds\u003c\/strong\u003e and features large touch-sensitive hand pads for fast, reliable starts and stops.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e0.001 second accuracy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLarge competition-style hand sensors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClear LCD display\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReliable timing for everyday practice\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe timer also includes two operating modes. For speedcubing, simply enable the dedicated \u003cstrong\u003e2-pad mode\u003c\/strong\u003e, which behaves like previous StackMat timers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e📺 Compatible with Tournament Displays\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe G5 includes a data port for connecting to compatible tournament displays, making it suitable for competitions, demonstrations and club events where larger timing displays are required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e📏 Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDisplay:\u003c\/strong\u003e LCD\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAccuracy:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.001 seconds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCompetition Style:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOperating Modes:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2-Pad (Speedcubing) \u0026amp; 4-Pad (Sport Stacking)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExternal Display Compatible:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePower:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2 × AAA batteries (included)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e🎯 Who Is It For?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRegular WCA competitors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCubers wanting the official competition timer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCubing clubs and competition organisers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnyone wanting the most widely recognised timer in speedcubing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you want to practise with the same style of timer you'll encounter at competitions, the SpeedStacks G5 is the obvious choice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs the SpeedStacks G5 used at WCA competitions?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The StackMat timer is the official timing system used at World Cube Association competitions, making it the standard that competitive speedcubers practise on.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is new compared to older StackMat timers?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe G5 introduces reinforced buttons, improved accidental reset protection, a protected data port, updated mounting system and separate operating modes for speedcubing and sport stacking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I use the G5 with older StackMat mats?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. The G5 uses a redesigned snap-in mounting system and is not compatible with Generation 3 or Generation 4 StackMat mats.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes the SpeedStacks G5 have Bluetooth?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. If you're looking for Bluetooth connectivity and automatic solve logging, consider one of the smart timer options below.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSpeedcubing Timer Comparison\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNot sure which timer is right for you? Here's a quick comparison of the most popular options.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"overflow-x: auto;\"\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse;\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align: left; padding: 10px; border-bottom: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eTimer\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align: left; padding: 10px; border-bottom: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eBluetooth\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align: left; padding: 10px; border-bottom: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eBest For\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border-bottom: 1px solid #eee;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/speedcubing.org\/products\/qiyi-speedcubing-timer\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQiYi Timer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border-bottom: 1px solid #eee;\"\u003e❌\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border-bottom: 1px solid #eee;\"\u003eBest value everyday timer\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border-bottom: 1px solid #eee;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/speedcubing.org\/products\/qiyi-smart-timer\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQiYi Smart Timer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border-bottom: 1px solid #eee;\"\u003e✔\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border-bottom: 1px solid #eee;\"\u003ePractice with automatic solve logging\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border-bottom: 1px solid #eee;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/speedcubing.org\/products\/gan-halo-timer\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGAN Halo Timer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border-bottom: 1px solid #eee;\"\u003e✔\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border-bottom: 1px solid #eee;\"\u003ePremium smart timer\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border-bottom: 1px solid #eee;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/speedcubing.org\/products\/zeal-timer-blue\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eZeal Smart Timer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border-bottom: 1px solid #eee;\"\u003e❌\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border-bottom: 1px solid #eee;\"\u003eFeature-rich timing\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpeedStacks G5\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px;\"\u003e❌\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px;\"\u003eOfficial WCA competition timer\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e```\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"speedcubing.org","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53867228856584,"sku":"12-C-1","price":32.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0982\/9043\/4312\/files\/Untitled_drawing_39.jpg?v=1775815835","url":"https:\/\/bidnamic.store\/products\/speedstack-timer-g5","provider":"Bidnamic Store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}