# SmartWOD Timer vs TaiTrain

The clearest difference is ads: TaiTrain at none against SmartWOD Timer's shown. SmartWOD Timer's advantage is ratings volume (54K vs 24) and update cadence (every 10 days vs every 6 weeks). On price, review sentiment, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. SmartWOD Timer sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month and TaiTrain sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $400.00 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

SmartWOD Timer holds the better App Store score, 4.9 against 4.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: SmartWOD Timer has 54K ratings behind it against 24, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 88% of SmartWOD Timer's written reviews are positive against 94% of TaiTrain's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

SmartWOD Timer ships an update every 10 days, TaiTrain every 6 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 5, 2026 and November 3, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | SmartWOD Timer | TaiTrain |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.9 (54K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/smartwod-timer-wod-clock/id1248966041/reviews)** | [4.7 (24 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/taitrain/id6463207463/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **54K** | 24 |
| Positive reviews | 88.5% of reviews | **93.8% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | **Every 10 days** | Every 6 weeks |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 59 MB | 134 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.1 | **15.0** |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch** | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [SmartWOD GmbH](https://appshunter.io/developer/1248966040) | [DANIEL TAI SEN CHOY](https://appshunter.io/developer/1704145462) |

## What reviewers say

### SmartWOD Timer

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/smartwod-timer-wod-clock/id1248966041)

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:** macOS Compatibility, Apple Watch app, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium 1 month | $2.99 | per month |
| Premium 1 Month Special | $2.99 | per month |
| Premium+ Monthly | $3.99 | per month |
| Premium 1 Year | $14.99 | per year |
| Premium 1 Year Special | $14.99 | per year |
| Premium+ Yearly | $29.99 | per year |
| Ad-Free | $3.99 | one-time |
| Ad-Free | $4.99 | one-time |
| Premium Lifetime | $89.99 | one-time |
| Premium Lifetime Special | $89.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Great app & customer service
- 👍 Good app with customizable workouts
- 👍 Versatile with different timer modes
- 👍 Easy to use and straightforward
- 👍 Keeps a workout log

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Timer doesn't save or stops workout
- 🔊 Hard to hear beeps over music
- 🔒 Lifetime purchase not transferable across devices

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes on iOS 13.4.1
- Workout notes not showing up
- Music interruption during workouts

**Requested features**

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


### TaiTrain

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/taitrain/id6463207463)

This app offers personalized workout and meal plans to help you achieve your fitness goals. Track your progress, log meals, and connect with your coach for real-time support and guidance.

**Highlights:** Personalized workout plans, Customized meal plans, Nutrition and hydration tracking, Progress tracking and analytics, 1-on-1 coach messaging, Wearable device integration

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Bespoke muscle gain | $400.00 | per month |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is SmartWOD Timer free?

SmartWOD Timer is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is TaiTrain free?

TaiTrain is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, SmartWOD Timer or TaiTrain?

SmartWOD Timer is rated higher. SmartWOD Timer averages 4.9 out of 5 from 54K ratings, while TaiTrain averages 4.7 from 24 ratings.

### Do SmartWOD Timer or TaiTrain have ads?

SmartWOD Timer shows ads; TaiTrain does not.

### Which is updated more often, SmartWOD Timer or TaiTrain?

SmartWOD Timer ships an update every 10 days, and TaiTrain every 6 weeks. Most recently, SmartWOD Timer was updated on November 5, 2026 and TaiTrain on November 3, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*