iC+Training vs Rowing Machine Workouts
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
iC+Training
Enhance your fitness routines with detailed training data and an easier training mode. This app integrates with Apple Watch to act as a heart rate monitor and display workout information, even when running in the background. It also supports standard BLE heart rate monitors and requires compatible fitness equipment.
- Detailed training data
- Easier training mode
- Apple Watch integration
- Heart rate monitoring via Apple Watch
- Background workout data viewing
- HealthKit data fetching
- Standard BLE HRM support
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iConsole+ Training is a new generaiton application for iConsole. It provides more detailed training data, easier training mode and integrated with Apple Watch. With application on Apple Watch, you may have Apple Watch as your Heart Rate Monitor and view workout data while running app at background, the app will use HealthKit for fetching your Heart Rate recording from Apple watch. iConsole+Training also supports standard BLE HRM. This app must work with a compatible fitness bike, elliptical or treadmill with a built-in Bluetooth Low Energy,BLE, receiver. Train with iConsole equipments and enjoy.
Rowing Machine Workouts
This app provides guided indoor rowing workouts and plans to improve fitness, strength, and leanness. It connects to Concept2 PM5 monitors and Apple Watch for live data, offering structured training for all levels. Features include metronomes, audio coaching, and progress tracking.
- Guided workout plans
- Live data sync with Concept2 PM5
- Heart rate streaming from Apple Watch
- Stroke rate metronome
- Audio coaching
- Workout logging and progress tracking
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Indoor rowing workouts and plans that make you fitter, stronger and leaner. Live sync with your Concept2 PM5 monitor, plus heart rate from your Apple Watch. Follow a guided plan, row in time with the stroke metronome, and watch your progress build week by week. Whether you're new to the rowing machine or want more structure in your training, there's a plan for you. WHY ROWING MACHINE WORKOUTS? Rowing works your legs, core, back and arms in every stroke. It's low impact, burns serious calories and fits any fitness level. This app turns your rower into a coach: clear plans, guided intervals and real data from your machine. Train from just 2 days a week. New to rowing? Start with the Beginner Plan. Want to lose weight? Follow the Weight Loss Plan. Every plan builds gradually to help your body adapt and reduce the risk of injury or burnout. CONNECTS TO YOUR ROWER • Concept2 PM5: connect over Bluetooth for live split, stroke rate and metres during your workout • Smart rowers: connect a wide range of Bluetooth rowing machines for live workout data • Any other rowing machine: follow the guided workouts with the timer and metronome • Apple Watch: stream live heart rate to your iPhone while you row FEATURES GUIDED PLANS Choose a plan for your level and goal. HIIT intervals, target stroke rates and rest guidance tell you exactly what to do and when. STROKE RATE METRONOME Hit your target strokes per minute (SPM) with an audio metronome and phase guide that keep your rhythm steady. AUDIO COACHING Voice cues guide you through every interval while your own music plays in the background. CUSTOM WORKOUTS Build your own sessions. Set your SPM and duration and row your way. FREE ROW Row at your own pace and adjust your SPM as you go. WORKOUT LOG Every session is saved. Track distance, split time and average heart rate, and repeat your favourite workouts. APPLE HEALTH Workouts sync to the Health app for a complete view of your activity. WARM-UPS, COOL-DOWNS & STRENGTH Recommended exercises to prepare, recover and build full-body strength alongside your rowing. Concept2 and PM5 are trademarks of Concept2, Inc. This app is not affiliated with or endorsed by Concept2. HEALTH DISCLAIMER This app is for educational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice. Consult your healthcare provider before starting any fitness program. SUBSCRIPTION TERMS Payment is charged to your Apple Account at confirmation of purchase. Your subscription renews automatically unless cancelled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Manage or cancel your subscription in your Apple Account settings after purchase. Any unused portion of a free trial is forfeited when you purchase a subscription. Terms: https://www.vigour.fitness/terms Privacy: https://www.vigour.fitness/privacy
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Verdict
The clearest difference is review sentiment: Rowing Machine Workouts at 87% against iC+Training's 23%. Rowing Machine Workouts also leads on rating (4.7 vs 4.4) and update cadence (every 6 days vs every 3 weeks). iC+Training's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 10). On price, ratings volume, ads and device support 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
Both are free to download. Rowing Machine Workouts sells 9 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per 7 days. iC+Training asks for nothing beyond the download.
Rowing Machine Workouts holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.4. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 129 and 356 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 23% of iC+Training's written reviews are positive against 87% of Rowing Machine Workouts's.
iC+Training ships an update every 3 weeks, Rowing Machine Workouts every 6 days. The most recent releases landed on November 6, 2026 and November 11, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | iC+Training | Rowing Machine Workouts |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.4 (129 ratings) | 4.7 (356 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 23.3% of reviews | 87.3% of reviews — better |
| Number of ratings | 129 | 356 — better |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | Every 6 days — better |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | Ad-supported — better | Free with in-app purchases |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch | iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 — better | 15.6 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 114 MB | 85 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | iConsole | Vigour Group Ltd |
Customer experience
iC+Training
Rowing Machine Workouts
Bugs and requests
iC+Training
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
Rowing Machine Workouts
Reported bugs
2 issues- Free trial not functioning properly
- Connectivity issues with some rowing machines
Requested features
3 requests- Ability to create custom workouts
- Integration with Apple Watch
- More detailed workout data and progress tracking
In-app purchases
iC+Training
No in-app purchases
Rowing Machine Workouts
- Rowing Workouts Weekly$6.997 Days
- Premium Monthly$9.991 Month
- Premium Monthly2 variants$14.991 Month
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- Premium Yearly1 Year trial$79.991 Year
- Premium$79.991 Year
- Rowing Workouts Yearly$79.991 Year
- Rowing Workouts Yearly7 Days trial$79.991 Year
- Rowing Workouts Yearly7 Days trial$99.991 Year
- Lifetime Access$249.99
Questions
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