Comparison

Rowing Machine Workouts vs RowOn

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

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About

Rowing Machine Workouts

This app provides guided indoor rowing workouts and plans to improve fitness, strength, and leanness. It connects to Concept2 PM5 monitors and Apple Watch for live data, offering structured training for all levels. Features include metronomes, audio coaching, and progress tracking.

Highlights
  • Guided workout plans
  • Live data sync with Concept2 PM5
  • Heart rate streaming from Apple Watch
  • Stroke rate metronome
  • Audio coaching
  • Workout logging and progress tracking
Features
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Indoor rowing workouts and plans that make you fitter, stronger and leaner. Live sync with your Concept2 PM5 monitor, plus heart rate from your Apple Watch. Follow a guided plan, row in time with the stroke metronome, and watch your progress build week by week. Whether you're new to the rowing machine or want more structure in your training, there's a plan for you. WHY ROWING MACHINE WORKOUTS? Rowing works your legs, core, back and arms in every stroke. It's low impact, burns serious calories and fits any fitness level. This app turns your rower into a coach: clear plans, guided intervals and real data from your machine. Train from just 2 days a week. New to rowing? Start with the Beginner Plan. Want to lose weight? Follow the Weight Loss Plan. Every plan builds gradually to help your body adapt and reduce the risk of injury or burnout. CONNECTS TO YOUR ROWER • Concept2 PM5: connect over Bluetooth for live split, stroke rate and metres during your workout • Smart rowers: connect a wide range of Bluetooth rowing machines for live workout data • Any other rowing machine: follow the guided workouts with the timer and metronome • Apple Watch: stream live heart rate to your iPhone while you row FEATURES GUIDED PLANS Choose a plan for your level and goal. HIIT intervals, target stroke rates and rest guidance tell you exactly what to do and when. STROKE RATE METRONOME Hit your target strokes per minute (SPM) with an audio metronome and phase guide that keep your rhythm steady. AUDIO COACHING Voice cues guide you through every interval while your own music plays in the background. CUSTOM WORKOUTS Build your own sessions. Set your SPM and duration and row your way. FREE ROW Row at your own pace and adjust your SPM as you go. WORKOUT LOG Every session is saved. Track distance, split time and average heart rate, and repeat your favourite workouts. APPLE HEALTH Workouts sync to the Health app for a complete view of your activity. WARM-UPS, COOL-DOWNS & STRENGTH Recommended exercises to prepare, recover and build full-body strength alongside your rowing. Concept2 and PM5 are trademarks of Concept2, Inc. This app is not affiliated with or endorsed by Concept2. HEALTH DISCLAIMER This app is for educational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice. Consult your healthcare provider before starting any fitness program. SUBSCRIPTION TERMS Payment is charged to your Apple Account at confirmation of purchase. Your subscription renews automatically unless cancelled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Manage or cancel your subscription in your Apple Account settings after purchase. Any unused portion of a free trial is forfeited when you purchase a subscription. Terms: https://www.vigour.fitness/terms Privacy: https://www.vigour.fitness/privacy

About

RowOn

This app turns indoor rowing into a rhythmic, engaging game. Instead of just tracking metrics, you row to the beat of music, aiming to build streaks and earn points in dynamic environments. It offers personalized workouts to keep your training fun and energized.

Highlights
  • Row to the rhythm of music
  • Real-time gameplay with scoring
  • Dynamic visual environments
  • Customizable workout intensity
  • Streak building and engagement
  • Compatible with Concept2 PM5
Features
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RowOn transforms indoor rowing into an immersive, music-driven experience. Instead of watching numbers tick upward, you row to the rhythm. Match the beat. Build streaks. Stay engaged. Row to the Music Your stroke meets the tempo. Feel the rhythm guide your pace. Real-Time Gameplay Time your catch. Earn points. Keep the streak alive. Dynamic Environments Visual worlds that respond to your effort and intensity. Built Around You Tailor workouts to your pace and challenge level. RowOn keeps training focused, energized, and fun Currently works with Concept2 PM5. All features are currently free.

Screenshots

Rowing Machine Workouts4 screens
RowOn4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: RowOn at none against Rowing Machine Workouts's 10. RowOn also leads on ads (none vs shown) and rating (5.0 vs 4.7). Rowing Machine Workouts's advantage is ratings volume (355 vs 2) and update cadence (every 6 days vs every 3 weeks). On price 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 Machine Workouts sells 9 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per 7 days. RowOn asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

RowOn holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Rowing Machine Workouts has 355 ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Rowing Machine Workouts ships an update every 6 days, RowOn every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 7, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard8 real differences · 2 level
Rowing Machine Workouts versus RowOn: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterRowing Machine WorkoutsRowOn
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.7 (355 ratings)5.0 (2 ratings) — better
Positive reviews87.2% of reviews—
Number of ratings355 — better2
Update frequencyEvery 6 days — betterEvery 3 weeks
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.6 — better17.6
Further details — not scored
Size85 MB59 MB
Age rating4+12+
DeveloperVigour Group LtdTetta Studios LLC

Customer experience

Rowing Machine Workouts

All ratings355 ratings
Positive92.7%
Neutral4.5%
Negative2.8%
Written reviews188 reviews
Positive87.2%
Neutral5.3%
Negative7.4%

RowOn

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Bugs and requests

Rowing Machine Workouts

Reported bugs

2 issues
  • Free trial not functioning properly
  • Connectivity issues with some rowing machines

Requested features

3 requests
  • Ability to create custom workouts
  • Integration with Apple Watch
  • More detailed workout data and progress tracking

RowOn

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

9 purchases

Rowing Machine Workouts

Subscriptions8
  • Rowing Workouts Weekly$6.997 Days
  • Premium Monthly$9.991 Month
  • Premium Monthly2 variants$14.991 Month
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  • Premium Yearly1 Year trial$79.991 Year
  • Premium$79.991 Year
  • Rowing Workouts Yearly$79.991 Year
  • Rowing Workouts Yearly7 Days trial$79.991 Year
  • Rowing Workouts Yearly7 Days trial$99.991 Year
One-time1
  • Lifetime Access$249.99
None

RowOn

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Rowing Machine Workouts free?
Rowing Machine Workouts is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is RowOn free?
RowOn is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Rowing Machine Workouts or RowOn?
RowOn is rated higher. Rowing Machine Workouts averages 4.7 out of 5 from 355 ratings, while RowOn averages 5.0 from 2 ratings.
Do Rowing Machine Workouts or RowOn have ads?
Rowing Machine Workouts shows ads; RowOn does not.
Which is updated more often, Rowing Machine Workouts or RowOn?
Rowing Machine Workouts ships an update every 6 days, and RowOn every 3 weeks. Most recently, Rowing Machine Workouts was updated on November 7, 2026 and RowOn on October 31, 2026.

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