# Boostcamp vs GymPulseTimer

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Boostcamp at 60% against GymPulseTimer's 0%. Boostcamp also leads on rating (4.9 vs 2.0) and ratings volume (11K vs 2). GymPulseTimer's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (every 6 days vs fortnightly). On price, in-app purchases, monetization model and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Boostcamp sells 9 in-app purchases, starting at $11.99 per month and GymPulseTimer sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Boostcamp holds the better App Store score, 4.9 against 2.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Boostcamp has 11K ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 60% of Boostcamp's written reviews are positive against 0% of GymPulseTimer's.

Boostcamp ships an update fortnightly, GymPulseTimer every 6 days. The most recent releases landed on November 4, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Boostcamp | GymPulseTimer |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.9 (11K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/boostcamp-workout-tracker/id1529354455/reviews)** | [2.0 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gympulsetimer/id6759491088/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **11K** | 2 |
| Positive reviews | **60.2% of reviews** | 0.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Fortnightly | **Every 6 days** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | **#155** | — |
| Size | 294 MB | 19 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.1** | 17.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, Apple Watch |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [BPM Health Co.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1529354457) | [Daniel Ancuta](https://appshunter.io/developer/1879013831) |

## What reviewers say

### Boostcamp

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/boostcamp-workout-tracker/id1529354455)

**Currently charting:** #155 Top Free · Health & Fitness, #168 Top Grossing · Health & Fitness (US App Store)

This app offers a vast library of structured strength training and muscle-building programs, including popular routines like nSuns and Reddit PPL. It provides tools for tracking workouts, monitoring progress, and even building custom plans. The app is designed to eliminate guesswork and provide proven methods for achieving fitness goals.

**Highlights:** 130+ expert-designed programs, 10,000+ community-shared routines, Full workout logging with RPE/1RM, Auto-progression for weights, Muscle volume tracking, Custom program builder

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (9)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Boostcamp Pro | $11.99 | per month |
| Boostcamp Pro | $14.99 | per month |
| Boostcamp Pro | $14.99 | per month |
| Boostcamp Pro | $14.99 | per month |
| Limited-Time Offer | $48.99 | per year |
| Boostcamp Pro | $59.99 | per year |
| Boostcamp Pro | $59.99 | per year |
| Boostcamp Pro | $69.99 | per year |
| Boostcamp Pro | $79.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 User-friendly interface
- 🚀 Detailed workout programs
- 💪 Helps build consistency
- 🎯 Tracks progress effectively
- 🧠 Knowledgeable coaches

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🔒 Key features locked behind paywall
- 🐛 Bugs and glitches
- 🔄 Aggressive subscription prompts
- ⚠️ Requires stable internet connection
- 🕰️ Rest timer not always reliable

**Reported bugs**

- Workouts not saving properly
- Inability to reorder exercises
- Crashing and loading issues
- Inconsistent exercise tracking

**Requested features**

- Offline mode for workouts
- Apple Watch integration
- More customization options
- Improved exercise video demonstrations
- Ability to create and share custom programs


### GymPulseTimer

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gympulsetimer/id6759491088)

This interval timer app is designed for HIIT, Tabata, and circuit training. It features customizable work and rest periods, large visual countdowns, and audio cues. Live Activities display your progress on the Lock Screen and in the Dynamic Island, keeping you focused during workouts.

**Highlights:** Customizable work and rest intervals, Save workout presets, Large, readable countdown display, Audio beeps and voice cues, Lock Screen and Dynamic Island integration, Offline functionality

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

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Unlock GymPulse Pro | $4.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Boostcamp free?

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

### Is GymPulseTimer free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Boostcamp or GymPulseTimer?

Boostcamp is rated higher. Boostcamp averages 4.9 out of 5 from 11K ratings, while GymPulseTimer averages 2.0 from 2 ratings.

### Do Boostcamp or GymPulseTimer have ads?

Boostcamp shows ads; GymPulseTimer does not.

### Which is updated more often, Boostcamp or GymPulseTimer?

Boostcamp ships an update fortnightly, and GymPulseTimer every 6 days. Most recently, Boostcamp was updated on November 4, 2026 and GymPulseTimer on October 31, 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.*