Comparison

iCountTimer vs SmartWOD Round Counter

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

iCountTimer

This app combines a timer and counter for various training routines like HIIT, yoga, and boxing. It offers audio cues and a large display to keep you focused on your workout, with an optional Pro version for advanced features.

Highlights
  • Timer and counter combined
  • Save custom presets
  • Large, clear display
  • Audio cues
  • Smart screen lock
  • Health app integration (Pro)
Features
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Focus on your moves, not the count. iCountTimer is a timer and counter in one — built for anyone who trains. Whether it's interval training, yoga, home workouts, HIIT, boxing, or circuit training, this app fits right in and keeps you on track. Set your intervals, hit start, and let the app do the counting. Audio cues and a large, clear display with progress bar guide you through every session so you can stay focused on your form. What users are saying: "Best and most versatile timer app I have used. If you mix up your workouts and need a flexible solution to keep time, reps and more — download this now!" — Eric Mullen "As a coach, the best. Best timer ever. I speak as a coach who has tried many timer apps and this is the easiest way to set up interval training ever." — Todd Parker "Been looking for something like this for a while. Now I know how many sets I've done without guessing, and I can concentrate on what I should be doing." — Mark Clews Features: • Timer + Counter combined in one app • Save timers and counters as presets organized by activity • Large, clear display with progress bar • Audio cues to guide your sessions • Smart screen lock to prevent accidental taps mid-workout Upgrade to iCountTimer Pro for more: • No ads • Live Activity on your Lock Screen • Apple Watch app with presets and quick-access timer and counter • Save up to 40 presets • 5 themes and custom alert sounds • Calorie estimation with Health app integration • Custom start delay and multiple counter modes iCountTimer is free with all the essentials. When you're ready for more, go Pro. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

SmartWOD Round Counter

This app helps you track workout rounds for functional fitness routines like AMRAP and FOR TIME. Simply tap the screen to advance rounds. It also offers Apple Watch integration for convenient tracking.

Highlights
  • Round tracking for workouts
  • Supports AMRAP and FOR TIME
  • Simple tap-to-advance interface
  • Apple Watch compatibility
  • Designed for functional fitness
Features
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SmartWOD Round Counter keeps track of your workout rounds, so that you don't have to remember what round you are on. It's designed for functional fitness workouts like AMRAP and FOR TIME. Just tap on the screen to add a round! It also has an Apple Watch support which makes it even easier and more useful to track your rounds.

Screenshots

iCountTimer4 screens
SmartWOD Round Counter4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: iCountTimer at 4.7 against SmartWOD Round Counter's 4.3. iCountTimer also leads on review sentiment (90% vs 63%). On price, ratings volume, update cadence and ads there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. iCountTimer sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month and SmartWOD Round Counter sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

iCountTimer holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.3. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 12 and 9 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 90% of iCountTimer's written reviews are positive against 63% of SmartWOD Round Counter's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

iCountTimer ships an update every 4 months, SmartWOD Round Counter every 8 months. The most recent releases landed on October 10, 2026 and October 6, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
iCountTimer versus SmartWOD Round Counter: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameteriCountTimerSmartWOD Round Counter
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.7 (12 ratings) — better4.3 (9 ratings)
Positive reviews90.1% of reviews — better62.5% of reviews
Number of ratings12 — better9
Update frequencyEvery 4 months — betterEvery 8 months
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Apple WatchiPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch — better
Requires iOS16.015.6 — better
Further details — not scored
Size24 MB20 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperRhythmicWorksSmartWOD GmbH

Customer experience

iCountTimer

All ratings12 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews91 reviews
Positive90.1%
Neutral5.5%
Negative4.4%

SmartWOD Round Counter

All ratings9 ratings
Positive77.8%
Neutral11.1%
Negative11.1%
Written reviews8 reviews
Positive62.5%
Neutral37.5%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

3 purchases

iCountTimer

Subscriptions2
  • Monthly Subscription$1.991 Month
  • Yearly Subscription$9.991 Year
One-time1
  • Lifetime Pro$19.99
1 purchases

SmartWOD Round Counter

One-time1
  • Ad-Free$0.99

Questions

Is iCountTimer free?
iCountTimer is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is SmartWOD Round Counter free?
SmartWOD Round Counter is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, iCountTimer or SmartWOD Round Counter?
iCountTimer is rated higher. iCountTimer averages 4.7 out of 5 from 12 ratings, while SmartWOD Round Counter averages 4.3 from 9 ratings.
Do iCountTimer or SmartWOD Round Counter have ads?
Both iCountTimer and SmartWOD Round Counter show ads.
Which is updated more often, iCountTimer or SmartWOD Round Counter?
iCountTimer ships an update every 4 months, and SmartWOD Round Counter every 8 months. Most recently, iCountTimer was updated on October 10, 2026 and SmartWOD Round Counter on October 6, 2026.

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