SmartWOD Timer vs The Macro Way
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
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.
- 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
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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
The Macro Way
Access a personalized nutrition plan to optimize your metabolism and achieve health goals. Receive guidance from a dedicated coach, educational content, and tools to track progress, habits, and body measurements. Connect with a supportive community for motivation.
- Customized nutrition program
- 24/7 coach access
- Educational videos
- Habit tracking
- Progress photos and measurements
- Digital communities
- Wearable device integration
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With the The Macro Way App, you will have access to your customized nutrition program designed specifically to help you fuel your metabolism and reach your health goals and educate you on your food choices! You will have 24/7 access to your coach as well as educational videos teaching you along the way. Your coach will be able to see your food, make recommendations and adjust your macros weekly based off your results. Your coach will also help you set lifestyle habits and show you how to track weekly pictures and measurements. FEATURES: - Track your meals and make better food choices - Stay on top of your daily habits - Set health and fitness goals and track progress towards your goals - Gain milestone badges for achieving new personal bests and maintaining habit streaks - Message your coach in real-time - Be part of digital communities to meet people with similar health goals and stay motivated - Track body measurements and take progress photos - Get push notification reminders for scheduled workouts and activities - Connect your Apple Watch to track workouts, steps, habits, and more right from your wrist - Connect to other wearable devices and apps like the Apple Health App, Garmin, Fitbit, MyFitnessPal, and Withings devices to track workouts, sleep, nutrition, and body stats and composition Download the app today!
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: The Macro Way at none against SmartWOD Timer's 11. The Macro Way also leads on ads (none vs shown). SmartWOD Timer's advantage is ratings volume (54K vs 5) and update cadence (every 10 days vs every 5 weeks). On price, rating, device support and iOS requirement 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
Both are free to download. SmartWOD Timer sells 11 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. The Macro Way asks for nothing beyond the download.
On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.9 for SmartWOD Timer against 5.0 for The Macro Way. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: SmartWOD Timer has 54K ratings behind it against 5, so its average is the more settled of the two.
SmartWOD Timer ships an update every 10 days, The Macro Way every 5 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 23, 2026 and October 18, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | SmartWOD Timer | The Macro Way |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.9 (54K ratings) | 5.0 (5 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 88.5% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 54K — better | 5 |
| Update frequency | Every 10 days — better | Every 5 weeks |
| Ads | Yes | No — better |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free — better |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch | iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch |
| Requires iOS | 15.1 — better | 15.5 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 59 MB | 159 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | SmartWOD GmbH | The Macro Way LLC |
Customer experience
SmartWOD Timer
The Macro Way
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
The Macro Way
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
SmartWOD Timer
- 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
- Ad-Free$3.99
- Ad-Free$4.99
- Ad-Free$9.99
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- Premium Lifetime$89.99
- Premium Lifetime Special$89.99
The Macro Way
No in-app purchases
Questions
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