# HangClimb Timer vs Climo

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: HangClimb Timer at none against Climo's 3. HangClimb Timer also leads on ads (none vs shown) and rating (4.8 vs 4.3). Climo's advantage is update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 5 months) and review sentiment (100% vs 82%). On price and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Climo sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $7.99 per month. HangClimb Timer asks for nothing beyond the download.

HangClimb Timer holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: HangClimb Timer has 284 ratings behind it against 15, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 82% of HangClimb Timer's written reviews are positive against 100% of Climo's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

HangClimb Timer ships an update every 5 months, Climo every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 12, 2026 and October 1, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | HangClimb Timer | Climo |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.8 (284 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hangclimb-timer/id1424450509/reviews)** | [4.3 (15 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/climo-climb-boulder-tracker/id6752956533/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **284** | 15 |
| Positive reviews | 81.8% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 5 months | **Every 2 weeks** |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 7 MB | 104 MB |
| Requires iOS | **13.0** | 18.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch** | iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [Riley Bruce](https://appshunter.io/developer/1424450508) | [David Korbel](https://appshunter.io/developer/1824679358) |

## What reviewers say

### HangClimb Timer

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hangclimb-timer/id1424450509)

Create, modify, and execute custom hangboard climbing workouts with a simple interface. Track your progress and integrate with Apple Health. Control workouts directly from your Apple Watch.

**Highlights:** Custom workout creation, Workout editing (sets, reps), Hangboard workout execution, Apple Health integration, Apple Watch app support

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Simple and easy to use
- 👍 No ads
- 👍 Effective for workouts
- 👍 Customizable workouts
- 👍 Free to use

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🤔 Confusing design
- 🤔 Tedious workout editing
- 🤔 Quiet beep sound
- 🤔 Rest time limit too short
- 🤔 Can't delete sets/hangs

**Reported bugs**

- Sound doesn't work
- Timer stops counting down when not actively using app
- Cannot figure out how to get sound notifications

**Requested features**

- Option to exceed 60 second reps
- Ability to delete sets within a workout
- Ability to delete hangs, hold and hold types
- Rest time limit to be uncapped
- Changeable sound options


### Climo

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/climo-climb-boulder-tracker/id6752956533)

Log rock climbing ascents quickly and train smarter with personalized AI coaching. Track bouldering, sport routes, and hangboard sessions with detailed analytics and progression charts. Gamify your growth with points and break through grade plateaus.

**Highlights:** Fast bouldering logbook, Instant climb tracking, Detailed analytics, Project mode for outdoor routes, AI-powered training plans, Integrated hangboard timer, Advanced grade tracking

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

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Climo Premium Monthly | $7.99 | per month |
| Climo Annual Discounted | $39.99 | per year |
| Climo Premium Yearly | $49.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is HangClimb Timer free?

HangClimb Timer is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Climo free?

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

### Which has better reviews, HangClimb Timer or Climo?

HangClimb Timer is rated higher. HangClimb Timer averages 4.8 out of 5 from 284 ratings, while Climo averages 4.3 from 15 ratings.

### Do HangClimb Timer or Climo have ads?

Climo shows ads; HangClimb Timer does not.

### Which is updated more often, HangClimb Timer or Climo?

HangClimb Timer ships an update every 5 months, and Climo every 2 weeks. Most recently, HangClimb Timer was updated on October 12, 2026 and Climo on October 1, 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.*