ZenActivity vs CrossFit Northside
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
ZenActivity
Create and save custom interval timers for workouts, yoga, and meditation. This app offers extensive customization for exercise and rest periods, allowing you to build up to five unique routines with unlimited steps. Enjoy background operation and music integration for a seamless practice.
- Save up to 5 workout routines
- Unlimited customizable steps per routine
- Second-level interval customization
- Background operation with music support
- ZEN-mode for distraction-free timing
- Airplay support for Apple TV
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ZenActivity is a powerful, beautifully designed workout timer built for people who want total control over their routines—without complexity. Whether you’re practicing yoga, training MMA, building strength, or meditating, ZenActivity adapts to your flow with precision timing, flexible structure, and a calm, focused experience. Design your workouts exactly the way you want, follow them effortlessly, and track your progress over time. Build Your Perfect Routine • Create unlimited workouts, each with a custom name and type • Add unlimited steps per workout with full control over sequence and structure • Categorize steps: Exercise, Stretch, Rest, Meditation, Weights, Cardio, Core, Kettlebells • Set exact durations down to the second (hours, minutes, seconds) • Reorder steps with intuitive drag-and-drop • Duplicate or delete steps instantly with simple gestures Effortless Workout Experience • Clean, distraction-free running screen with workout name and icon • Tap to play or pause your session • Pinch to exit quickly • Runs smoothly in the background while you listen to music • Optional sounds, vibration, and volume per step • Activate Zen Mode for a minimal, distraction-free timer • Subtle haptics reinforce state changes without breaking focus Smart Reminders • Set reminders for individual workouts • Flexible scheduling: daily, weekdays, or weekly with notifications with sound and banner support Track Your Progress • Automatic workout logging • Visual statistics with 7, 30, and 90-day views • Identify your most consistent and top workouts Home Screen Widget • “Favorite Workouts” widget in multiple sizes • Instantly launch workouts directly from your Home Screen Designed for Real Practice ZenActivity is trusted by yoga practitioners, meditation enthusiasts, athletes, and trainers who want a reliable, customizable timer that stays out of the way and supports their rhythm. It’s equally suited for: • Yoga and breathwork • HIIT and interval training • Boxing and MMA • Strength and conditioning • Meditation and progressive relaxation Thoughtful Design • Intuitive interface that’s easy to learn and fast to use • Clean visuals that feel both calming and energizing • Built-in help to guide you through every feature ZenActivity doesn’t just time your workouts—it supports your discipline, focus, and consistency. Let it guide your daily practice.
CrossFit Northside
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For members of CrossFit Northside to reserve their place in a class, sign up for gym events, and general account management like updating headshots and credit card on file.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is price: CrossFit Northside at Free against ZenActivity's $3.99. ZenActivity's advantage is ads (none vs shown). On 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
CrossFit Northside is free to download; ZenActivity costs $3.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
| Parameter | ZenActivity | CrossFit Northside |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $3.99 | Free — better |
| Rating | 4.5 (58 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 65.4% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 58 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 13 months | — |
| Ads | No — better | Yes |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better |
| Requires iOS | 14.0 | 13.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 13 MB | 79 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Gary Saggu | PushPress, Inc. |
In-app purchases
ZenActivity
No in-app purchases
CrossFit Northside
No in-app purchases
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