Comparison

Rowing Coach 5.0 vs Rowing Tools for Coaches

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

Head to head
About

Rowing Coach 5.0

This app provides real-time rowing data for rowers and coaches, including distance, stroke rate, and power. It integrates with the Health app for heart rate monitoring and offers systematic feedback to improve performance. Developed by experienced rowers, it's available on Apple devices.

Highlights
  • Real-time rowing metrics
  • Stroke rate and length tracking
  • Stroke power (Watt) measurement
  • Boat pace and calorie calculation
  • Health app integration for heart rate
  • Feedback for performance improvement
Features
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Rowing Coach Free is a powerful app for all Apple devices including Apple Watch. A perfect tool for Rowers and Coaches. Real time info available for both Rower and Coach will enhance the synergy and allow an immediate feedback. Rowing Coach Free allows you to control at glance : Time Distance covered Stroke rate Stroke length Stroke power (Watt) Boat pace Calories It integrates with the Health app measuring the heart rate when using the Watch. The systematic feedback helps you to focus and improve stroke by stroke. Developed by Champ rowers for rowers. Terms of Use: https://mapitech.com/rowingcoach/termsofuse.html

About

Rowing Tools for Coaches

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Rowing Tools is the app every rowing coach needs to increase the performance of your crews and athletes. We have built a range of tools from stopwatches, timers, calculators and team management to help you achieve yours and your team’s goals. Features: SIMPLE STROKE RATE MEASUREMENT: With just a tap on the screen, instantly calculates your current stroke rate (strokes per minute). The large, clear display makes it easy to read even in the most intense rowing sessions. REAL-TIME STROKE HISTORY: Every stroke is automatically recorded and displayed in a list below the button, with the most recent measurement at the top. Gain valuable insights into your performance and identify areas to improve by reviewing your stroke rate history. PYRAMID STOPWATCH (SUBSCRIPTION FEATURE): Our pyramid stopwatch means you’ll never forget when the rate change is meant to happen. See the time left for both the whole workout and the interval. Also see the rate for each interval if you want. GPS SPEED TRACKING (SUBSCRIPTION FEATURE): Upgrade to our premium version to access GPS speed tracking. Monitor your boat’s speed in real-time to gauge your performance and make necessary adjustments during your rowing sessions. WIND SPEED AND DIRECTION (SUBSCRIPTION FEATURE): Subscribe to unlock wind speed and direction information. Understand how weather conditions affect your rowing and adjust your technique for optimal performance. RESET & REVIEW: Reset the stroke rate list with a single tap to start fresh or review your progress later. Rowing Tools makes it easy to keep track of your training sessions and analyze your performance over time. AND MORE Join thousands of coaches who trust Rowing Tools to improve their training and reach their full potential on the water. Download Rowing Tools today and elevate your rowing performance to new heights! If you choose to upgrade to our subscription, payment will be charged to your Apple account, and your account will be charged 24 hours before the end of the current period. Auto-renewal may be turned off at any time by going to your settings in the App Store after purchase. Terms of Service: https://sports-stats.org/terms-stroke-rate-counter/ Privacy: https://sports-stats.org/privacy-stroke-rate-counter/

Screenshots

Rowing Coach 5.04 screens
Rowing Tools for Coaches4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: Rowing Coach 5.0 at none against Rowing Tools for Coaches's shown. Rowing Coach 5.0 also leads on device support (3 vs 1) and iOS requirement (12.0 vs 18.0). Rowing Tools for Coaches's advantage is update cadence (fortnightly vs every 6 weeks). On price 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. Rowing Coach 5.0 sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per year and Rowing Tools for Coaches sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Rowing Coach 5.0 ships an update every 6 weeks, Rowing Tools for Coaches fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on October 29, 2026 and October 30, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
Rowing Coach 5.0 versus Rowing Tools for Coaches: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterRowing Coach 5.0Rowing Tools for Coaches
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.2 (5 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews50.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings5 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 6 weeksFortnightly — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPod, Apple Watch — betteriPhone
Requires iOS12.0 — better18.0
Further details — not scored
Size56 MB9 MB
Age rating4+17+
DeveloperMapITechSports Stats Limited

In-app purchases

2 purchases

Rowing Coach 5.0

Subscriptions1
  • Abbonamento annuale7 Days trial$9.991 Year
One-time1
  • Unlimited version$19.99
5 purchases

Rowing Tools for Coaches

Subscriptions3
  • Pro Features Weekly3 Days trial$2.997 Days
  • Pro Features Monthly7 Days trial$5.991 Month
  • Pro Features Yearly$34.991 Year
One-time2
  • Premium Features$1.99
  • Lifetime Access$69.99

Questions

Is Rowing Coach 5.0 free?
Rowing Coach 5.0 is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Rowing Tools for Coaches free?
Rowing Tools for Coaches is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Rowing Coach 5.0 or Rowing Tools for Coaches have ads?
Rowing Tools for Coaches shows ads; Rowing Coach 5.0 does not.
Which is updated more often, Rowing Coach 5.0 or Rowing Tools for Coaches?
Rowing Coach 5.0 ships an update every 6 weeks, and Rowing Tools for Coaches fortnightly. Most recently, Rowing Coach 5.0 was updated on October 29, 2026 and Rowing Tools for Coaches on October 30, 2026.

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