# Start Rowing vs RowCoach

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: RowCoach at none against Start Rowing's 8. RowCoach also leads on rating (5.0 vs 4.7). Start Rowing's advantage is ratings volume (681 vs 1) and device support (3 vs 1). On price and ads there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Start Rowing sells 7 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days. RowCoach asks for nothing beyond the download.

RowCoach holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Start Rowing has 681 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

## The numbers

| Metric | Start Rowing | RowCoach |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.7 (681 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/start-rowing-workouts-app/id1504306767/reviews) | **[5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/rowcoach-rowing-speed-gps/id6788531163/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **681** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | 73.2% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 2 weeks | — |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Size | 55 MB | 1 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.6** | 17.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Vigour Group Ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/1546613605) | [BEN ERIK OLDEN](https://appshunter.io/developer/6788531165) |

## What reviewers say

### Start Rowing

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/start-rowing-workouts-app/id1504306767)

This app provides structured rowing machine training plans for all experience levels, from beginner to advanced. It guides users through workouts with audio cues and a metronome, helping them build strength, burn calories, and improve rowing technique. Track progress and integrate with Apple Health for a comprehensive fitness journey.

**Highlights:** Beginner, Intermediate, and Advanced training plans, Audio coach guidance, Rowing metronome, Workout logging and progress tracking, Apple Health integration, Session-based Challenger workouts

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Family Sharing, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (7)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Start Rowing Weekly | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Premium Monthly | $9.99 | per month |
| Premium Monthly | $14.99 | per month |
| Premium Yearly | $79.99 | per year |
| Premium Yearly | $79.99 | per year |
| Yearly Premium | $99.99 | per year |
| Lifetime Access | $179.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Helpful for beginners
- 🚀 Structured workout plans
- 👍 Easy to follow
- 👍 Enjoyable and motivating
- 🚀 Useful metronome and pacing features

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Connectivity issues (blank screen, spinning circle)
- 🔋 High battery drain
- 💰 Misleading about free access, requires subscription
- 👎 Limited customization and flexibility
- 👎 Inconsistent performance (stroke rate changes, screen shutoff)

**Reported bugs**

- Blank screen during workouts
- Inconsistent stroke rate changes
- Automatic screen shutoff during workouts

**Requested features**

- Allow custom workout creation
- Improve volume control for metronome and audio
- Add more advanced workout options
- Enhance user interface and navigation
- Improve sync and data tracking across devices


### RowCoach

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/rowcoach-rowing-speed-gps/id6788531163)

This app transforms your iPhone into a comprehensive rowing computer, providing live on-water metrics like split time and stroke rate using GPS and motion sensors. It supports custom workout creation, a workout library, and detailed session review with map views and interval breakdowns. Data can be exported to popular platforms or saved locally.

**Highlights:** Live on-water rowing metrics, GPS-based split and stroke rate tracking, Customizable workout creation, Workout library and presets, Detailed session review with map view, Export data to TCX, CSV, and PDF

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Start Rowing free?

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

### Is RowCoach free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Start Rowing or RowCoach?

RowCoach is rated higher. Start Rowing averages 4.7 out of 5 from 681 ratings, while RowCoach averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.

### Do Start Rowing or RowCoach have ads?

Neither Start Rowing nor RowCoach shows ads.

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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.*