Comparison

Better Workout vs Mach

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

Head to head
About

Better Workout

This app helps you achieve fitness goals with customizable interval timers for Tabata, HIIT, and circuit training. It offers guided programs, progress tracking for weight and calories, and rewards for consistency. Designed for simplicity and ease of use during workouts.

Highlights
  • Customizable interval timers
  • Tabata, HIIT, and Circuit training programs
  • Guided exercise sets with sound indicators
  • Create custom time or rep-based workouts
  • Track progress (weight, calories, workout frequency)
  • Achievement system for hitting goals
Features
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Achieve your fitness goals with the best interval timer app! Be it Tabata, HIIT or Circuit training. Get in the best shape of your life! Better Workout was planned and designed to be as simple as possible and easy to use. Focusing specifically on the workout experience so you have confidence during your workouts. We are excited to continue improving and evolving the app with our Better Workout community in the process. FEATURES Programs Better Workout includes 4 different programs to choose from based on your personal goals. When you choose a program you are guided through a full set of exercises with a big timer, name of the exercise and sound indicator. This takes any guesswork out and keeps you focused on your exercise. Custom Workouts Better Workout allows you to create your own workouts wether time or repetition (reps) based. Create your HiiT workout or your weight lifting session. It's up to you what type of workout you want to do! Progress The path to a fit, healthy life is easier when you can track your progress. Keep track of your progress by weight, calories burned, how many times this week you've worked out. Consistency is key so as you continually hit your goals the app will reward you with achievements along the way! Privacy Policy & Terms of Use: https://www.martinlasek.com/terms-of-use-privacy-policy

About

Mach

Features
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Du willst etwas für dich tun, aber dir fehlt die Zeit für lange Workouts? Du willst im Fitnessstudio oder zu Hause nicht erst überlegen, welche Übung dran ist? Mach nimmt dir die Entscheidungen ab. Mach ist kein komplizierter Fitness-Tracker. Es ist ein Werkzeug für Konsistenz. Die App sagt dir genau, was du tun sollst und wann. 18 Minuten, 3 Mal die Woche. Nicht mehr, nicht weniger. WARUM MACH? 15 Minuten Netto: Perfekt für volle Terminkalender. Ein kurzes, effektives Ganzkörper- oder Rückentraining, das in jeden Alltag passt. Nicht denken, machen: Öffne die App, drücke Start. Der Timer führt dich durch 35 Sekunden Belastung und 15 Sekunden Pause. Gesundheit im Fokus: Spezielle Pläne gegen Rückenschmerzen, für bessere Haltung oder Büro-Geplagte. Der Joker-Effekt: Mal eine Woche krank oder im Urlaub? Kein Problem. Sammle Joker für gute Phasen und rette deinen Streak, wenn das Leben dazwischenkommt. Zusammen dranbleiben: Gründe eine Gruppe mit Freunden. Seht, wer diese Woche schon 3x trainiert hat – und wer einen kleinen Anstupser braucht. DIE PLÄNE Haltung & Anti-Schmerz (Fokus Rücken) 15-Minuten Kraft (Ganzkörper) Kabelturm Spezialist (Gelenkschonend) Beine & Rumpf Stabilität ... und mehr.  Wähle dein Equipment (Hanteln, Studio oder Ohne Geräte).

Screenshots

Better Workout4 screens
Mach4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Mach at none against Better Workout's 8. Better Workout's advantage is update cadence (every 6 days vs fortnightly) and iOS requirement (16.0 vs 26.2). On price, 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Better Workout sells 8 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. Mach asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Better Workout ships an update every 6 days, Mach fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on November 3, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Better Workout versus Mach: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterBetter WorkoutMach
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.7 (25 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings25 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 6 days — betterFortnightly
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFreemium—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS16.0 — better26.2
Further details — not scored
Size10 MB5 MB
Age rating4+12+
DeveloperMartin LasekWolfgang Peters

In-app purchases

8 purchases

Better Workout

Subscriptions6
  • Better Workout Pro (1 Month)$1.991 Month
  • Better Workout Pro (1 Month)7 Days trial$2.991 Month
  • Better Workout Pro (1 Month)$2.991 Month
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  • Better Workout Pro (1 Month)7 Days trial$5.991 Month
  • Better Workout Pro (1 Year)$11.991 Year
  • Better Workout Pro (Yearly)$24.991 Year
One-time2
  • Better Workout Pro (Lifetime)$19.99
  • Better Workout Pro - Lifetime$49.99
None

Mach

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Better Workout free?
Better Workout is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Mach free?
Mach is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Better Workout or Mach have ads?
Neither Better Workout nor Mach shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Better Workout or Mach?
Better Workout ships an update every 6 days, and Mach fortnightly. Most recently, Better Workout was updated on November 3, 2026 and Mach on October 31, 2026.

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