Speaking Strokewatch vs Rowing Tools for Coaches
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Speaking Strokewatch
This app acts as a stroke rate meter for coaches and spectators in water sports like rowing and canoeing. It audibly announces the measured stroke rate per minute, simplifying the monitoring process for users.
- Measures stroke rate per minute
- Reads stroke rate aloud via text-to-speech
- Customizable voice output settings
- Adjustable voice speed and language
- Configurable number of strokes for measurement
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Speaking Strokewatch is an intuitive stroke watch that will not only show you but also tell you the measured stroke rate via text-to-speech. This App relieves Coaches from keeping an eye on their athletes and a stroke watch at the same time. Speaking Strokewatch and a set of headphones will make your life as a coach or spectator in rowing, canoing or paddling much easier. ***FEATURES*** Tap the button at the catch of each three completed stroke-cycles and the App automatically calculates the current stroke-rate per minute and will also read it out loud to you. ***Settings*** Speaking Strokewatch offers the following options: - enable/disable voice output - change voice language - change voice speed - change # of strokes measured between taps
Rowing Tools for Coaches
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Rowing Tools is the app every rowing coach needs to increase the performance of your crews and athletes. We have built a range of tools from stopwatches, timers, calculators and team management to help you achieve yours and your team’s goals. Features: SIMPLE STROKE RATE MEASUREMENT: With just a tap on the screen, instantly calculates your current stroke rate (strokes per minute). The large, clear display makes it easy to read even in the most intense rowing sessions. REAL-TIME STROKE HISTORY: Every stroke is automatically recorded and displayed in a list below the button, with the most recent measurement at the top. Gain valuable insights into your performance and identify areas to improve by reviewing your stroke rate history. PYRAMID STOPWATCH (SUBSCRIPTION FEATURE): Our pyramid stopwatch means you’ll never forget when the rate change is meant to happen. See the time left for both the whole workout and the interval. Also see the rate for each interval if you want. GPS SPEED TRACKING (SUBSCRIPTION FEATURE): Upgrade to our premium version to access GPS speed tracking. Monitor your boat’s speed in real-time to gauge your performance and make necessary adjustments during your rowing sessions. WIND SPEED AND DIRECTION (SUBSCRIPTION FEATURE): Subscribe to unlock wind speed and direction information. Understand how weather conditions affect your rowing and adjust your technique for optimal performance. RESET & REVIEW: Reset the stroke rate list with a single tap to start fresh or review your progress later. Rowing Tools makes it easy to keep track of your training sessions and analyze your performance over time. AND MORE Join thousands of coaches who trust Rowing Tools to improve their training and reach their full potential on the water. Download Rowing Tools today and elevate your rowing performance to new heights! If you choose to upgrade to our subscription, payment will be charged to your Apple account, and your account will be charged 24 hours before the end of the current period. Auto-renewal may be turned off at any time by going to your settings in the App Store after purchase. Terms of Service: https://sports-stats.org/terms-stroke-rate-counter/ Privacy: https://sports-stats.org/privacy-stroke-rate-counter/
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Speaking Strokewatch at none against Rowing Tools for Coaches's 5. Speaking Strokewatch also leads on ads (none vs shown) and device support (3 vs 1). Rowing Tools for Coaches's advantage is update cadence (fortnightly vs every 2 months). 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
Both are free to download. Rowing Tools for Coaches sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days. Speaking Strokewatch asks for nothing beyond the download.
Speaking Strokewatch ships an update every 2 months, Rowing Tools for Coaches fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on October 1, 2026 and October 30, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Speaking Strokewatch | Rowing Tools for Coaches |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 3.5 (2 ratings) — better | — |
| Number of ratings | 2 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | Fortnightly — better |
| Ads | No — better | Yes |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | Free | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone |
| Requires iOS | 8.0 — better | 18.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 63 MB | 9 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | Decent Rowing | Sports Stats Limited |
In-app purchases
Speaking Strokewatch
No in-app purchases
Rowing Tools for Coaches
- Pro Features Weekly3 Days trial$2.997 Days
- Pro Features Monthly7 Days trial$5.991 Month
- Pro Features Yearly$34.991 Year
- Premium Features$1.99
- Lifetime Access$69.99
Questions
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