# SmartWOD Timer vs GymPulseTimer

The clearest difference is review sentiment: SmartWOD Timer at 88% against GymPulseTimer's 0%. SmartWOD Timer also leads on rating (4.9 vs 3.0) and ratings volume (54K vs 1). GymPulseTimer's advantage is ads (none vs shown). On price, update cadence, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. SmartWOD Timer sells 11 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month and GymPulseTimer sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

SmartWOD Timer holds the better App Store score, 4.9 against 3.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: SmartWOD Timer has 54K ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 88% of SmartWOD Timer's written reviews are positive against 0% of GymPulseTimer's.

SmartWOD Timer ships an update every 10 days, GymPulseTimer every 6 days. The most recent releases landed on October 14, 2026 and October 4, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | SmartWOD Timer | GymPulseTimer |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.9 (54K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/smartwod-timer-wod-clock/id1248966041/reviews)** | [3.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gympulsetimer/id6759491088/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **54K** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | **88.5% of reviews** | 0.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 10 days | **Every 6 days** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 59 MB | 19 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.1** | 17.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch** | iPhone, Apple Watch |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [SmartWOD GmbH](https://appshunter.io/developer/1248966040) | [Daniel Ancuta](https://appshunter.io/developer/1879013831) |

## 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


### GymPulseTimer

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gympulsetimer/id6759491088)

This interval timer app is designed for HIIT, Tabata, and circuit training. It features customizable work and rest periods, large visual countdowns, and audio cues. Live Activities display your progress on the Lock Screen and in the Dynamic Island, keeping you focused during workouts.

**Highlights:** Customizable work and rest intervals, Save workout presets, Large, readable countdown display, Audio beeps and voice cues, Lock Screen and Dynamic Island integration, Offline functionality

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

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Unlock GymPulse Pro | $4.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is SmartWOD Timer free?

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

### Is GymPulseTimer free?

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

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

SmartWOD Timer is rated higher. SmartWOD Timer averages 4.9 out of 5 from 54K ratings, while GymPulseTimer averages 3.0 from 1 ratings.

### Do SmartWOD Timer or GymPulseTimer have ads?

SmartWOD Timer shows ads; GymPulseTimer does not.

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

SmartWOD Timer ships an update every 10 days, and GymPulseTimer every 6 days. Most recently, SmartWOD Timer was updated on October 14, 2026 and GymPulseTimer on October 4, 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.*