Comparison

SmartWOD Timer vs TimerWOD

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

Head to head
About

SmartWOD Timer

This app provides a versatile timer for various functional fitness routines like AMRAP, EMOM, and Tabata. It features customizable intervals, motivational cues, and a clear display, making it suitable for gym or home workouts.

Highlights
  • AMRAP, EMOM, For Time, Tabata timers
  • Customizable MIX timer
  • Motivational sound and voice cues
  • Mid-workout reminders
  • Round counter
  • Landscape mode with large display
  • Background operation
Features
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SmartWOD Timer is a simple yet powerful timer for all popular functional fitness workouts: AMRAP, EMOM, For Time, Tabata, and custom intervals. Just select your workout type, set the time, and go! TIMERS • AMRAP, EMOM, For Time and Tabata • Customizable MIX timer for your own workout flows • Round counter and landscape mode with large, clear numbers • Motivational sound and voice cues, plus mid-workout reminders • Runs in the background and works great with Apple Watch AFTER YOUR WORKOUT • Guided cool-downs — stretches for exactly the muscles you just trained, video by video • Workout log with calendar, notes and CSV export • Save your workouts to Apple Health IN THE GYM • Cast your timer to any TV with Chromecast • Save any setup as a preset and start with one tap • Clean, distraction-free design Whether you're training at the gym, at home, or preparing for events like HYROX or The Open – SmartWOD Timer keeps you on track. Train smart. Train strong. With SmartWOD. SUBSCRIPTION PRICING AND TERMS SmartWOD offers auto-renewing subscriptions: Premium $2.99 per month $17.99 per year Premium+ $4.99 per month $34.99 per year Prices shown are for United States customers and may differ elsewhere. Payment is charged to your Apple ID at confirmation of purchase. The subscription renews automatically unless canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Manage or cancel it any time in your App Store account settings. Privacy policy and terms: https://smartwod.app/timer-terms https://smartwod.app/privacy

About

TimerWOD

This ad-free interval timer is designed for functional fitness enthusiasts. It supports various workout formats like AMRAP, EMOM, and Tabata with customizable settings and a clear display. Focus on your training with background operation and a simple interface.

Highlights
  • AMRAP, EMOM, For Time, Tabata timers
  • Count up or down functionality
  • Clear, easy-to-read display
  • Round counter
  • Landscape mode
  • Customizable intervals and countdowns
  • Background operation
Features
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Discover TimerWOD - Interval Workout Timer, your essential tool for functional fitness timing. This ad-free, feature-rich app supports various workout formats including AMRAP, For Time, EMOM, and Tabata, ensuring precision and efficiency. Here's what you get: • Clear Display: Easy to read, even in the heat of your workout. • Counting Options: Count up or down to fit your workout needs. • Workout Timers: Dedicated timers for AMRAP, EMOM, For Time, Tabata, and mix-and-match formats. • Round Counter: Track your progress with ease. • Landscape Mode: Brings the familiar gym clock look to your device. • Customizable Settings: Tailor countdown times and intervals to your training. TimerWOD stands out with its straightforward navigation, clear display, and background operation capability, allowing you to stay focused on your workout without distractions. Download TimerWOD for iOS today. It's free, enhancing your training sessions without compromise.

Screenshots

SmartWOD Timer4 screens
TimerWOD4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: SmartWOD Timer at 4.9 against TimerWOD's 4.0. SmartWOD Timer also leads on ratings volume (54K vs 3) and update cadence (every 10 days vs every 2 months). TimerWOD's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 11). On price, review sentiment 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. SmartWOD Timer sells 11 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. TimerWOD asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

SmartWOD Timer holds the better App Store score, 4.9 against 4.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: SmartWOD Timer has 54K ratings behind it against 3, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 89% of SmartWOD Timer's written reviews are positive against 86% of TimerWOD's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

SmartWOD Timer ships an update every 10 days, TimerWOD every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on September 24, 2026 and June 1, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard7 real differences · 3 level
SmartWOD Timer versus TimerWOD: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSmartWOD TimerTimerWOD
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.9 (54K ratings) — better4.0 (3 ratings)
Positive reviews88.6% of reviews — better85.7% of reviews
Number of ratings54K — better3
Update frequencyEvery 10 days — betterEvery 2 months
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesAd-supported — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.1 — better17.6
Further details — not scored
Size59 MB29 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperSmartWOD GmbHClick Statement Inc

Customer experience

SmartWOD Timer

All ratings54,029 ratings
Positive99.1%
Neutral0.5%
Negative0.4%
Written reviews744 reviews
Positive88.6%
Neutral4.3%
Negative7.1%

TimerWOD

All ratings3 ratings
Positive66.7%
Neutral0.0%
Negative33.3%
Written reviews7 reviews
Positive85.7%
Neutral0.0%
Negative14.3%

Bugs and requests

SmartWOD Timer

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • App crashes on iOS 13.4.1
  • Workout notes not showing up
  • Music interruption during workouts

Requested features

5 requests
  • Apple Watch integration
  • Ability to skip sections of a workout
  • Louder beep/countdown volume
  • Workout log sync across devices
  • Split-screen support on iPad

TimerWOD

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

11 purchases

SmartWOD Timer

Subscriptions6
  • Premium 1 month$2.991 Month
  • Premium 1 Month Special$2.991 Month
  • Premium+ Monthly$3.991 Month
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  • Premium 1 Year$14.991 Year
  • Premium 1 Year Special$14.991 Year
  • Premium+ Yearly$29.991 Year
One-time5
  • Ad-Free$3.99
  • Ad-Free$4.99
  • Ad-Free$9.99
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  • Premium Lifetime$59.99
  • Premium Lifetime Special$89.99
None

TimerWOD

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is SmartWOD Timer free?
SmartWOD Timer is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is TimerWOD free?
TimerWOD is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, SmartWOD Timer or TimerWOD?
SmartWOD Timer is rated higher. SmartWOD Timer averages 4.9 out of 5 from 54K ratings, while TimerWOD averages 4.0 from 3 ratings.
Do SmartWOD Timer or TimerWOD have ads?
Both SmartWOD Timer and TimerWOD show ads.
Which is updated more often, SmartWOD Timer or TimerWOD?
SmartWOD Timer ships an update every 10 days, and TimerWOD every 2 months. Most recently, SmartWOD Timer was updated on September 24, 2026 and TimerWOD on June 1, 2026.

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