# Boulder Trainer: Hangboard — user reviews > 215 indexed App Store user reviews of Boulder Trainer by Jan Luther, rated 4.60/5 from 860 ratings. - Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/boulder-trainer-hangboard/id770657161/reviews - App overview in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/boulder-trainer-hangboard/id770657161.md - Rating breakdown: 5★ 681 · 4★ 116 · 3★ 26 · 2★ 7 · 1★ 30 ## What do users think of Boulder Trainer? Overall sentiment: neutral **Pros** - 👍 Customizable workouts - 🚀 Verbal countdown feature - 💡 Ability to share/download workouts - 👍 Supports many hangboard models - 👍 Helpful for improving finger strength **Cons** - 🐛 Buggy and unstable - 🔧 Confusing/unintuitive interface - 🔧 Limited preset workout options - 🔧 Cannot change countdown voice - 🔧 Timer stops when app is in background **Commonly reported bugs** - Cannot change hangboard selection - Preset workouts don't match selected hangboard - Registration/account creation issues - Frequent crashes and connectivity problems **Most requested features** - Ability to log/track workout history - Integration with fitness apps (Apple Health, Strava) - Ability to upload custom hangboard profiles - More advanced training plans and recommendations - Option to play music in background during workouts ## Newest reviews (12 of 215) ### 2/5 — Was great before the update *2026-08-07, version 4.1.6* This app was perfect. I paid for it many years ago and have been using it since. I updated this morning and this is now garbage. The update ruined everything. ### 2/5 — Bugs! *2026-07-15, version 4.1.1* Wow! Could you possibly have messed up more? The newest updates are still in German, the rests occur before the exercises, and the rests can only be programmed in 5 second intervals (ie a 7s/3s repeater can't be programmed). The original version was much better. Back to the drawing board! ### 4/5 — Kinda clunky, but helpful *2026-05-20, version 3.3.14* Well thought out for training, but I wish it had an update, where you could view the full workout during the workout. ### 2/5 — App veraltet, neuere Boards nicht integrierbar *2025-12-08, version 3.3.14* Leider finde ich keine Funktion, um das eigene Board von YY Vertical hinzuzufügen. ### 4/5 — Simple aber gute App *2024-02-27, version 3.3.14* Grundsätzlich Sehr zufrieden, die online verfügbaren Pläne sollte man allerdings bewerten können. Da ist viel Schrott dabei und man sucht sich nen Wolf für einen guten Plan. ### 3/5 — In dire need of an update *2024-02-12, version 3.3.14* There are a few free apps that offer the same functionality of this one, without the bugs. Protocols are a but clunky to modify, and currently the way to set a hold for an exercise has no visible reference to your selected board. Board selection is also broken, and the options for mainstream board are outdated. The main functionality of using the timer and cycling between exercises, adding rests, adding many duplicate hangs works well, but lots of free apps have similar functionality. I’m sure there’s a few other things that need work, but bottom line: it’s been 3 years since an update, and this is still an excellent tool that could have more users if it gets a bit of maintenance. ### 2/5 — Schade *2023-10-11, version 3.3.14* Das eigene Hangboard lässt sich nicht mehr im nachhinein fotografieren weil ich beim konfigurieren versehentlich eins aus dem Archiv ausgewählt habe. ### 2/5 — Wo sind denn nun die vorgefertigten Trainingspläne? *2023-05-21, version 3.3.14* Ich scheine die App nicht zu verstehen. Ich finde jedenfalls keinen Trainingsplan für mein Strong Ant 3. Bei BT Online kann ich nach den Titeln von Plänen von anderen Nutzern suchen, aber leider nicht nach allen Plänen für dieses Board. Die vorgefertigten Pläne sind der Grund, warum ich die App gekauft habe. Schade. ### 2/5 — so limited *2022-09-21, version 3.3.14* can’t add weight? lame! ### 3/5 — Disappointing *2022-06-16, version 3.3.14* 1. While I can select my hang board on the app the preprogrammed exercises don’t relate to it (exercise instructs more holds than board has). 2. Awkward to navigate. Selecting a work out is not intuitive. 3. Doesn’t give an indication of overall exercise duration. 4. Unable to check where you’re at in the exercise without jumping forwards. ### 4/5 — Bit confusing to use *2022-06-04, version 3.3.14* Not the most user friendly but if you click around you’ll figure out how to use it ### 4/5 — Solides Konzept *2021-12-18, version 3.3.14* Die App macht einen guten Eindruck. Zwei Dinge fehlen mir allerdings, obwohl sie mMn sehr naheliegend sind. 1. Dauer des workouts - das ist für mich doch sehr relevant, ob ein workout nun 10 min oder 30 min in Anspruch nimmt. 2. Bewerten von Trainingsplänen - egal ob von anderen usern oder voreingestellt. Ich möchte wissen ob ein workout von anderen als gut befunden wurde bevor ich es ausprobiere. Ich kann nicht ganz nachvollziehen wie diese Funktion vernachlässigt werden konnte. ## Most critical reviews (10 lowest-rated) ### 1/5 — No working *2026-07-22, version 4.1.4* Worked perfectly before but. It anymore, any training you create/import will be hanging 55 second, don’t loose your money ### 1/5 — Pay again and again losers ! *2026-07-14, version 4.1.0* Is as a bad joke, first we customers pay, then you capitalist instead of develop a new app, just take the old one and to those who have paid, said: thanks fools! you must pay again losers!!! Thanks for be so greedy ! ### 1/5 — Can't download plans and no email support *2025-08-27, version 3.3.14* I just downloaded the app and think the custom planning is nice... but playing with the app, it seems I am unable to download any online plans. This was after I had to create a new account with a different email since I could not resend the verification email to the first email address I would have liked to use. My main gripe is that the plan download does not seem to work at all. ### 1/5 — Lack of custom hangboard *2023-07-05, version 3.3.14* The main reason for this rating is the significant limitation regarding the absence of custom hangboard options. In previous versions one of the standout features was the ability to create and utilize custom hangboards. This feature proved invaluable for users who had personalized or custom-made boards that did not appear in the predefined options. However, this feature is completely missing in the current version. Hope you consider reintroducing this feature in future updates. ### 1/5 — Do not download spam *2023-02-09, version 3.3.14* I downloaded this app and did not sign up to subscription. I found no way yet to contact developer and have reported problem through apple. Please unsubscribe me and return my money. ### 1/5 — Not working, can’t select different boards *2022-11-22, version 3.3.14* No matter how many times I try to change boards, stays stick on default metolius board ### 1/5 — Not satisfied with this app, waste of money *2022-04-27, version 3.3.14* I bought this app since I have a metolius wood grip compact II hangboard and the description of this app said, it would have integrated programs for that board. Well it does BUT: there is a small choice of workouts : only 4 to be exact. One entry level, finger strength, 6c and 7c pyramid training. That’s all. And even these training programmes are not adapted to the board (you set the type of the board you have in the beginning). They show hold numbers (13, 14, 15 for example) that don’t exist on my board. It is also uneasy to handle since you have to first “launch” the program you want, go back to the main menu and then press start training, instead of directly staring the program you are in. Of course, if you are advanced enough and you know the training plan you need, you can happily design it yourself but if you are a beginner, you have no idea about what is important for you and what could be dangerous etc… It sets you a reminder for a next training and the voice counting down is agreable. That’s the only positive points I can name. ### 1/5 — sehr benutzerunfreundlich! *2021-12-09, version 3.3.14* wie kann man ein eigenes Board hinzufügen? Warum gibt es eine gängige Firma wie Linebrraker nicht zur Auswahl? Das Menü ist sehr unübersichtlich und über die Website ist kein Kontakt möglich um Fragen zu stellen. Habe die App seit ein paar Minuten und bin sehr unzufrieden. ### 1/5 — Pocas tablas *2021-12-06, version 3.3.14* No viene Mantarraya 👎 ### 1/5 — Not User Friendly *2021-10-27, version 3.3.14* This app isn’t user friendly at all. Switching between boards is impossible. And the preset workouts for each board seem random and aren’t geared correctly towards the skill level it’s labeled as. ## Most praised reviews (10 highest-rated) ### 5/5 — Amazing workout time and beginner session for my Metolius Simulator 3D *2026-01-27, version 3.3.14* This is an absolutely fantastic app for an engaging workout with voice prompts and a time that’s very customizable! ### 5/5 — Great help *2024-10-04, version 3.3.14* The app is great! Its simple but very efficient and i like to pay a small amount for zero advertisement and great design. Could you add the Clevo hangboards to the list tho pls? ### 5/5 — Solid Hangover *2024-01-01, version 3.3.14* I probably shouldn’t be able to write a review because I’ve made three workouts and really only ever do one. That one workout is just ten exercises and takes about ten minutes. Thing is with hangs, pull-ups and leg lifts it’s super concentrated—a little habanero sess. And because it’s not overwhelming I don’t have an excuse. So I’ve been using the app for a few years now and it’s been super helpful. Love that I can get super serious and make a big session or just do what I do now and if I’m fit I’ll knock down two or three of my minis. ### 5/5 — Very good hang board selection *2023-05-03, version 3.3.14* Good hang board app ### 5/5 — Sehr cool *2023-04-16, version 3.3.14* Vielen Dank für die App. Gefällt mir sehr gut. Wäre cool, wenn man noch Übungen für einen Slingtrainer hinzufügen könnte. ### 5/5 — Very nice *2022-11-18, version 3.3.14* Simple, easy to use, it might be nice to add an other type of hanging called NO-HANG with a body weight percentage attached (40-60-80%). ### 5/5 — super App *2022-06-14, version 3.3.14* Ich bin mega zufrieden! Die Auswahl an boards ist der Hammer und das eigene Training lässt sich super planen und strukturieren! Vielen Dank ### 5/5 — Slabmulesandbox *2022-01-08, version 3.3.14* I really like this app and how you can customize your own routine. Plus your can share it with your friends. ### 5/5 — Amazing! *2021-10-05, version 3.3.14* Epic! ### 5/5 — Awesome! *2021-08-03, version 3.3.14* Love it! --- *Data collected daily from the US App Store and indexed by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/). User reviews are verbatim App Store reviews. Ratings, prices and chart positions refresh continuously; this snapshot is from 2026-08-25.*