Comparison

upWod Timer vs Tick

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

Head to head
About

upWod Timer

This app provides a versatile workout timer for various training styles like CrossFit, HIIT, and weightlifting. It offers customizable sound alerts, background notifications, and a clear display, with an optional Pro version for advanced features.

Highlights
  • CrossFit WOD timer
  • HIIT and Interval Training timer
  • Weightlifting set timer
  • AMRAP and EMOM timer
  • Customizable sound alerts
  • Background notifications
  • Dark Mode
Features
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Your every-day workout timer for: - CrossFit WODs or Cross-Training - Interval Training or HIIT - Weightlifting Sets - AMRAP As Many Rounds And Reps As Possible - EMOM Every Minute On The Minute - For Time - Tabata All Timers are ad-free and free to use. UP Timer Pro unlocks additional features: - Mix and match multiple timers. - Save and repeat past timers. - Black and white theme. - Support an independent developer for the months of work that went into the making of this timer. Features: - Sounds for half-way and new round. - Notifications while the timer is running in the background. - Works while listening to music. - Efficient timer-setup. - Navigate through rounds and multiple timers. - Readable from far away. - Display stays on while timer is running. - Real-time generated colours, changing with every second (turn it off in the settings if you prefer a still colour). - Dark Mode This timer has been months in the making with a lot of attention to detail. I hope you like it!

About

Tick

Features
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Transform your fitness routine with the ultimate interval training companion Loop Watch is a powerful, user-friendly interval timer designed specifically for Tabata and HIIT (High-Intensity Interval Training) workouts. Whether you're a fitness enthusiast or just starting your journey, our app helps you maximize your workout efficiency with precision timing and customizable features. Key Features - **Dual Workout Modes**: Switch seamlessly between Tabata (20 seconds work/10 seconds rest) and custom HIIT interval configurations - **Fully Customizable**: Adjust work periods, rest periods, sets, and cycles to create your perfect workout routine - **Visual Countdowns**: Large, easy-to-read timers visible - **Workout History**: Track your progress and consistency with detailed workout logs Perfect For - Tabata protocol workouts (20/10 intervals) - Custom HIIT training sessions - Circuit training - Home workouts - Gym sessions - Personal trainers and fitness instructors

Screenshots

upWod Timer4 screens
Tick4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is iOS requirement: Tick at 15.1 against upWod Timer's 17.0. On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases 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. upWod Timer sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Tick sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on September 1, 2026 and May 17, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference · 8 level
upWod Timer versus Tick: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterupWod TimerTick
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (9 ratings) — better—
Number of ratings9 — better—
Update frequencyFortnightlyFortnightly
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFreemium—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS17.015.1 — better
Further details — not scored
Size6 MB37 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperIvo MaagGupero Inc

In-app purchases

1 purchases

upWod Timer

One-time1
  • upWod Timer Pro$1.99
1 purchases

Tick

One-time1
  • Premium Life Plan$1.99

Questions

Is upWod Timer free?
upWod Timer is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Tick free?
Tick is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do upWod Timer or Tick have ads?
Neither upWod Timer nor Tick shows ads.
Which is updated more often, upWod Timer or Tick?
upWod Timer ships an update fortnightly, and Tick fortnightly. Most recently, upWod Timer was updated on September 1, 2026 and Tick on May 17, 2026.

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