# SmartWOD Timer vs GymTimer

The clearest difference is ratings volume: SmartWOD Timer at 54K against GymTimer's 2. SmartWOD Timer also leads on device support (4 vs 1) and iOS requirement (15.1 vs 17.0). GymTimer's advantage is update cadence (every 4 days vs every 10 days) and review sentiment (100% vs 88%). On price, rating, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. SmartWOD Timer sells 11 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month and GymTimer sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.9 for SmartWOD Timer against 5.0 for GymTimer. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: SmartWOD Timer has 54K ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 88% of SmartWOD Timer's written reviews are positive against 100% of GymTimer's.

SmartWOD Timer ships an update every 10 days, GymTimer every 4 days. The most recent releases landed on November 2, 2026 and October 29, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | SmartWOD Timer | GymTimer |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.9 (54K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/smartwod-timer-wod-clock/id1248966041/reviews) | **[5.0 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gymtimer-hiit-interval-timer/id6792610762/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **54K** | 2 |
| Positive reviews | 88.5% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 10 days | **Every 4 days** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 59 MB | 85 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.1** | 17.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch** | iPhone |
| Age rating | 4+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [SmartWOD GmbH](https://appshunter.io/developer/1248966040) | [Crystal Interactive Entertainment LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/6792610764) |

## 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


### GymTimer

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gymtimer-hiit-interval-timer/id6792610762)

Create and follow custom interval workouts for HIIT, Tabata, and circuits. Track progress, set goals, and earn rewards. Personalize your timer and sync data across devices with an optional subscription.

**Highlights:** Customizable work/rest intervals, Full-screen clear timer display, Workout history and progress tracking, Daily workout goals and streaks, Workout favorites and reminders, Cloud sync with Crystal ID

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly | $4.99 | per month |
| Yearly | $19.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is SmartWOD Timer free?

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

### Is GymTimer free?

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

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

GymTimer is rated higher. SmartWOD Timer averages 4.9 out of 5 from 54K ratings, while GymTimer averages 5.0 from 2 ratings.

### Do SmartWOD Timer or GymTimer have ads?

Both SmartWOD Timer and GymTimer show ads.

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

SmartWOD Timer ships an update every 10 days, and GymTimer every 4 days. Most recently, SmartWOD Timer was updated on November 2, 2026 and GymTimer on October 29, 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.*