Comparison

Timed vs Pillgrid

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

Head to head
About

Timed

This app helps you create and manage custom workout routines. It supports both timed and rep-based exercises, offering a distraction-free interface during workouts. Plan programs, track progress, and access a library of exercises.

Highlights
  • Customizable workout programs and plans
  • Rep-based and time-based workout support
  • Distraction-free workout interface
  • Extensive workout library (500+ exercises)
  • Apple Watch companion app
  • iCloud sync across Apple devices
  • Workout scheduling and reminders
Features
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Timed is a Workout Timer and Workout Planner app for iPhone, iPad and Apple Watch. It supports both rep-based workouts and time-based workouts. The app lets you focus on what matters to you during a workout by hiding all distractions like buttons and controls. One tap anywhere reveals the buttons. Tap again anywhere to hide them. • Workout Programs Workout Programs lets you combine multiple Workout Plans into one. You can repeat a Workout Plan as many times as you want in a program, and you can also adjust how much rest you take between each Workout Plan. • Workout Plans You can create and save workout plans where you predefine the workout duration or reps, rest duration, and sets. You can have different workouts in a workout plan. The app will display the exercise name, and the current set along with the timer. • Adjustable Workout Plan You can do an adjustable workout plan where you set workout duration and rest duration manually as you workout. • iPad Support Timed on iPad adapts to 2 column layout or 3 column layout depending on the type of workout. It has support for mouse or trackpad and also supports a few handy keyboard shortcuts. • Companion Apple Watch app (for iPhone) When working out, the workout information like timer, current set, and exercise name for a workout plan can be seen on Apple Watch along with readings like active calories, total calories, and heart rate. • Independent workouts from watchOS app Leave iPhone behind with independent workouts from Apple Watch and sync all your Workout Programs and Workout Plans from iPhone with iCloud Sync. • Workout Library Workout Library with 500+ workouts for your inspiration. Tailor your experience by filtering based on level, equipment, or muscle group for the perfect fit for your goals. Plus, you can seamlessly add these workouts to your existing saved workout plans Get ready to crush your fitness goals! Other features: • Workout Schedule • Workout Reminders • Pinned Workout Programs and Plans • Widgets • iCloud sync between all your Apple devices • Works with Apple Music (requires Apple Music subscription) • Works with Apple Health (requires Apple Watch) • Dark Mode • 5 Custom App Icons • Siri Shortcuts and Siri Suggestions If you have any questions, please contact the developer at contact@rahulrs.com Apple, iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, iCloud, Siri, Siri Shortcuts, and Apple Music are trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries.

About

Pillgrid

Features
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Compare a finalized handoff’s frozen routine snapshots with today’s records, field by field. HOW IT WORKS 1. Open Handoff and select a finalized packet. 2. Tap Changes since this packet to inspect before-and-current fields. 3. Share a change report or prepare a new packet when revised information needs to be handed over. The household routine board, physical stock ledger, immutable handoff records and archive remain available. WHAT TO KNOW Read-only comparison covers routines included in the original packet. It does not alter that packet or its acknowledgment and does not confirm use, instructions followed or a health outcome. Missing or archived routines are identified explicitly. iPhone and iPad.

Screenshots

Timed4 screens
Pillgrid3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: Timed at Free against Pillgrid's $0.99. Pillgrid's advantage is update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 4 months). On ads, in-app purchases, device support and iOS requirement 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

Timed is free to download; Pillgrid costs $0.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Timed ships an update every 4 months, Pillgrid every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 20, 2026 and October 8, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
Timed versus Pillgrid: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterTimedPillgrid
PriceFree — better$0.99
Rating4.6 (5 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings5 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 4 monthsEvery 3 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Apple Watch — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS16.0 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size8 MB1 MB
Age rating4+12+
DeveloperRahul SharmaRobert Corbin

In-app purchases

None

Timed

No in-app purchases

None

Pillgrid

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Timed free?
Timed is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Pillgrid free?
Pillgrid costs $0.99, with no in-app purchases.
Do Timed or Pillgrid have ads?
Neither Timed nor Pillgrid shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Timed or Pillgrid?
Timed ships an update every 4 months, and Pillgrid every 3 weeks. Most recently, Timed was updated on September 20, 2026 and Pillgrid on October 8, 2026.

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