# SmartWOD Workout Generator vs WODwell

The clearest difference is monetization model: WODwell at free with in-app purchases against SmartWOD Workout Generator's subscription. WODwell also leads on ads (none vs shown) and review sentiment (100% vs 86%). SmartWOD Workout Generator's advantage is ratings volume (4.8K vs 5) and device support (4 vs 2). On price, rating, update cadence and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. SmartWOD Workout Generator sells 7 in-app purchases, starting at $3.49 per month and WODwell sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $39.00 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 Workout Generator against 5.0 for WODwell. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: SmartWOD Workout Generator has 4.8K ratings behind it against 5, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 86% of SmartWOD Workout Generator's written reviews are positive against 100% of WODwell's.

SmartWOD Workout Generator ships an update every 2 weeks, WODwell every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 21, 2026 and October 16, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | SmartWOD Workout Generator | WODwell |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.9 (4.8K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/smartwod-workout-generator/id1317933303/reviews) | **[5.0 (5 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/wodwell/id6739048273/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **4.8K** | 5 |
| Positive reviews | 85.8% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | **Every 2 weeks** | Every 3 weeks |
| Monetization | Subscription | **Free with in-app purchases** |
| Size | 103 MB | 44 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.1 | 15.1 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch** | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [SmartWOD GmbH](https://appshunter.io/developer/1248966040) | [R3R LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/688165577) |

## What reviewers say

### SmartWOD Workout Generator

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/smartwod-workout-generator/id1317933303)

This app generates personalized functional fitness workouts based on your available equipment. It includes a workout builder, timer, exercise library, and tracking features to help you plan, perform, and log your training sessions anywhere.

**Highlights:** Workout generator based on equipment, Custom workout builder, Integrated workout timer, Exercise demonstration videos, Workout logging and progress tracking, Warm-up and cooldown routines

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

**In-app purchases (7)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium 1 month | $3.49 | per month |
| Premium 1 month | $3.99 | per month |
| Premium 1 month - 1 week trial | $3.99 | per month |
| Premium 1 year | $29.99 | per year |
| Premium 12 months 1 week trial | $29.99 | per year |
| Premium Lifetime | $79.99 | one-time |
| Premium Lifetime | $89.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Great app
- 👍 Customizable workouts
- 👍 Demonstration videos
- 👍 Tracks progress
- 👍 Variety of workouts

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Cuts off Spotify
- 🐛 Subscription issues
- 💰 Expensive subscription
- 💰 Lifetime price mismatch
- 📢 Too many ads

**Reported bugs**

- Subscription not working as expected
- Unable to save favorites
- Ads still shown after subscription
- Workout selection issues

**Requested features**

- Ability to log own workouts
- Separate app or integration for bar cycles
- Automatic round countdown
- Landscape view on iPad
- Ability to select specific movements or workout types


### WODwell

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/wodwell/id6739048273)

This app offers personalized daily functional fitness training plans designed by expert coaches. It adapts to your available equipment, skill level, and recovery needs, providing a complete session within 60 minutes. Track your progress and join a global community of athletes.

**Highlights:** Personalized daily functional training plans, Expert coaching integrated into sessions, Smart scaling for equipment and ability, Progress tracking and accountability, Global community support, Workout adaptation for any location

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| ELEMENT Monthly | $39.00 | per month |
| ELEMENT Annually | $279.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is SmartWOD Workout Generator free?

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

### Is WODwell free?

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

### Which has better reviews, SmartWOD Workout Generator or WODwell?

WODwell is rated higher. SmartWOD Workout Generator averages 4.9 out of 5 from 4.8K ratings, while WODwell averages 5.0 from 5 ratings.

### Do SmartWOD Workout Generator or WODwell have ads?

SmartWOD Workout Generator shows ads; WODwell does not.

### Which is updated more often, SmartWOD Workout Generator or WODwell?

SmartWOD Workout Generator ships an update every 2 weeks, and WODwell every 3 weeks. Most recently, SmartWOD Workout Generator was updated on October 21, 2026 and WODwell on October 16, 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.*