Comparison

SmartWOD Timer vs Gym Circuit Timer

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

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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

Gym Circuit Timer

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Gym Circuit Timer is a simple and powerful workout timer designed for circuit training, HIIT sessions, and structured workouts. Whether you're training at home or in the gym, this app helps you stay focused, organized, and consistent with your workout routines. The app allows you to manage timed workout circuits so you can focus on your exercises without constantly checking the clock. Key Features • Simple and easy-to-use circuit timer • Perfect for HIIT, interval training, and circuit workouts • Clean and distraction-free interface • Ideal for both home workouts and gym sessions • Suitable for beginners and experienced athletes Train More Efficiently Circuit training is one of the most effective ways to improve endurance, strength, and overall fitness. Gym Circuit Timer helps you stay on track during workouts so you can maintain intensity and focus on your performance. Use it for: • Circuit workouts • HIIT training • Strength training sessions • Functional fitness workouts • Home fitness routines Designed for Simplicity The goal of Gym Circuit Timer is to provide a lightweight and easy workout timer without unnecessary complexity. No distractions. Just training.

Screenshots

SmartWOD Timer4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Gym Circuit Timer at none against SmartWOD Timer's 11. SmartWOD Timer's advantage is device support. On price 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. SmartWOD Timer sells 11 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Gym Circuit Timer asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
SmartWOD Timer versus Gym Circuit Timer: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSmartWOD TimerGym Circuit Timer
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.9 (54K ratings) — better—
Positive reviews88.5% of reviews—
Number of ratings54K — better—
Update frequencyEvery 10 days—
AdsYes—
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch — better—
Requires iOS15.115.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size59 MB16 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperSmartWOD GmbHJuan Chavez

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

Gym Circuit Timer

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$89.99
  • Premium Lifetime Special$89.99
None

Gym Circuit Timer

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is SmartWOD Timer free?
SmartWOD Timer is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Gym Circuit Timer free?
Gym Circuit Timer is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

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