Comparison

Eight Minute Abs vs Abs Workout

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

Head to head
About

Eight Minute Abs

This app provides a quick core strength workout using a series of randomly selected abdominal exercises. Each exercise is performed for one minute, with a timer and vibration to signal transitions. It's designed for efficient core training to start or end your day.

Highlights
  • Randomized ab exercises
  • One-minute exercise intervals
  • Timer and vibration alerts
  • Core strength focus
  • Quick daily workouts
Features
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Eight Minute Abs is a quick little workout app for core strength fitness. Start the timer and do each randomly selected Ab Exercise for One Minute. When the buzzer sounds and the phone vibrates at the end of each minute, check the phone for the next Core Strength building exercise and start again. 8 Minute Periods of Core Abdominal / Core workouts are great ways to start the day, or to end it to promote Core Strength. Give it a try and get in shape!

About

Abs Workout

This app provides structured ab and core training programs designed for men aiming for visible abs or improved core strength. It offers targeted workouts, video instructions, and a custom workout builder to fit various fitness levels and schedules.

Highlights
  • Targeted ab and core workouts
  • 28-day core programs
  • HD video exercise instructions
  • Coach Chat for advice
  • Custom ab workout builder
  • Progress tracking
Features
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Visible abs don’t come from guessing. They come from consistent, focused core training done the right way. Abs Workout for Men is built for men who want a stronger, more defined midsection — whether your goal is a visible six-pack, better performance in the gym, or a core that actually supports your lifts. No fluff. No random crunches. Just effective ab training. What this app helps you do • Build real core strength • Develop visible abs over time • Train your abs efficiently and consistently • Improve stability and control in all your workouts Whether you’re just starting out or already training regularly, this app gives you structure so every core workout actually counts. What you get Targeted ab and core workouts Train your entire core — upper abs, lower abs, obliques, and deep stabilizers — not just one muscle. 28-day core programs plus extra routines Follow structured plans or drop in quick ab workouts whenever you need them. Clear instructions with HD videos Every exercise includes simple guidance and video demos so you know exactly how to do it right. Coach Chat Get workout advice, motivation, and answers to your training questions from your built-in coach. Flexible training that fits your schedule Short or intense sessions — train your core without rearranging your entire workout. Progress tracking Stay consistent and see your core strength improve over time. Custom ab workout builder Create unlimited ab routines using your favorite exercises and training styles. Beginner-friendly and advanced-ready Start where you are and increase intensity as your strength improves. Who this is for • Men who want visible abs • Lifters who want a stronger core for better performance • Anyone tired of ineffective ab workouts Strong abs change how you look — and how you train. Download Abs Workout for Men and start building a core that actually shows results. Subscription Information: Upgrade to a Pro subscription for full access to all features and content. Auto-renewal can be turned off in your iTunes Account Settings at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Manage your subscription and turn off auto-renewal in your iTunes Account settings. Your Account will be charged for renewal. If you subscribe before your free trial ends, the remainder of your free trial will be forfeited upon purchase confirmation. Note: This app is for informational purposes only. Consult your physician or doctor before starting any new fitness program. Privacy Policy + Terms of Use: https://shredapps.com/privacy-policy-terms-of-use/ Contact Us Valued customers, we are here for you! Got Questions? Comments? Ideas? support@shredapps.com

Screenshots

Eight Minute Abs2 screens
Abs Workout4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: Eight Minute Abs at every 2 weeks against Abs Workout's every 9 months. Eight Minute Abs also leads on iOS requirement (11.4 vs 15.0). Abs Workout's advantage is ratings volume (1.1K vs 8) and rating (4.9 vs 4.6). On price, review sentiment, ads and in-app purchases 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. Eight Minute Abs sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $4.99 per month and Abs Workout sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $19.99 per year. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Abs Workout holds the better App Store score, 4.9 against 4.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Abs Workout has 1.1K ratings behind it against 8, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 75% of Eight Minute Abs's written reviews are positive against 81% of Abs Workout's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Eight Minute Abs ships an update every 2 weeks, Abs Workout every 9 months. The most recent releases landed on October 29, 2026 and October 20, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
Eight Minute Abs versus Abs Workout: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterEight Minute AbsAbs Workout
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.6 (8 ratings)4.9 (1.1K ratings) — better
Positive reviews75.0% of reviews81.3% of reviews — better
Number of ratings81.1K — better
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeks — betterEvery 9 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPod
Requires iOS11.4 — better15.0
Further details — not scored
Size29 MB61 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperElliott WilliamsShred Apps, LLC

Customer experience

Eight Minute Abs

All ratings8 ratings
Positive87.5%
Neutral12.5%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews4 reviews
Positive75.0%
Neutral25.0%
Negative0.0%

Abs Workout

All ratings1,083 ratings
Positive97.5%
Neutral1.5%
Negative1.0%
Written reviews16 reviews
Positive81.3%
Neutral12.5%
Negative6.3%

Bugs and requests

Eight Minute Abs

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

Abs Workout

Reported bugs

1 issue
  • Time doubling in speed

Requested features

3 requests
  • Workouts for women
  • More ab-targeting exercises
  • Equipment-based exercises

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Eight Minute Abs

Subscriptions1
  • Eight Min Abs Basic Membership$4.991 Month
4 purchases

Abs Workout

Subscriptions4
  • Returning User Special Offer$19.991 Year
  • Monthly7 Days trial$19.991 Month
  • Yearly Special Offer7 Days trial$29.991 Year
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  • Yearly Membership7 Days trial$39.991 Year

Questions

Is Eight Minute Abs free?
Eight Minute Abs is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Abs Workout free?
Abs Workout is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Eight Minute Abs or Abs Workout?
Abs Workout is rated higher. Eight Minute Abs averages 4.6 out of 5 from 8 ratings, while Abs Workout averages 4.9 from 1.1K ratings.
Do Eight Minute Abs or Abs Workout have ads?
Neither Eight Minute Abs nor Abs Workout shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Eight Minute Abs or Abs Workout?
Eight Minute Abs ships an update every 2 weeks, and Abs Workout every 9 months. Most recently, Eight Minute Abs was updated on October 29, 2026 and Abs Workout on October 20, 2026.

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