# SmartWOD Timer vs The Macro Way

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.

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 24, 2026 and October 18, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | SmartWOD Timer | The Macro Way |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.9 (54K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/smartwod-timer-wod-clock/id1248966041/reviews) | **[5.0 (5 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/the-macro-way/id6498941719/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **54K** | 5 |
| Positive reviews | 88.5% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | **Every 10 days** | Every 5 weeks |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Size | 59 MB | 159 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.1** | 15.5 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch | iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [SmartWOD GmbH](https://appshunter.io/developer/1248966040) | [The Macro Way LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1742016424) |

## 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 (11)**

| 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 |
| Ad-Free | $9.99 | 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


### The Macro Way

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/the-macro-way/id6498941719)

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.

**Highlights:** Customized nutrition program, 24/7 coach access, Educational videos, Habit tracking, Progress photos and measurements, Digital communities, Wearable device integration

**Features:** Apple Wallet, Apple Watch app

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is SmartWOD Timer free?

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

### Is The Macro Way free?

The Macro Way is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, SmartWOD Timer or The Macro Way?

The Macro Way is rated higher. SmartWOD Timer averages 4.9 out of 5 from 54K ratings, while The Macro Way averages 5.0 from 5 ratings.

### Do SmartWOD Timer or The Macro Way have ads?

SmartWOD Timer shows ads; The Macro Way does not.

### Which is updated more often, SmartWOD Timer or The Macro Way?

SmartWOD Timer ships an update every 10 days, and The Macro Way every 5 weeks. Most recently, SmartWOD Timer was updated on October 24, 2026 and The Macro Way on October 18, 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.*