Workout Tracker vs Time Under Tension
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Workout Tracker
Easily log unlimited workouts and create custom routines with a vast exercise library. Visualize progress with graphs, track personal records, and calculate one-rep maxes. Integrates with Apple Health for a comprehensive fitness overview.
- Unlimited workout and routine logging
- 300+ cardio and strength exercises
- Rest timers
- Progress graphs
- Personal record tracking
- Apple Health integration
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SwoleMate helps make tracking your workouts as simple as possible. Whether you're looking to get stronger or get in better shape, SwoleMate can help you stay on track and achieve your goals! FEATURES • Clean and simple workout tracking • Log an unlimited number of workouts and create an unlimited number of routines • A comprehensive list of 300 cardio and strength exercises • Rest timers • Graphs to visualize your progress and goals • Easily track your personal records and progression and even calculate your one rep max and total weight lifted • Integrated with Apple Health and Fitness For support and feedback, don't hesitate to reach out at samaha.developer@gmail.com Terms of Use: https://gist.github.com/samaha95/af7a873353bd67d60caa280a0d0ec258 Privacy Policy: https://gist.github.com/samaha95/48ec20bafc7343f11cea88056f006233
Time Under Tension
This app teaches smart training techniques based on the science of tempo, helping you build muscle, recover faster, and prevent injuries. It offers research-backed protocols for every rep, making your workouts more effective.
- Tempo-controlled workout guidance
- Research-backed training protocols
- Injury prevention techniques
- Accelerated recovery methods
- Customizable workout phases
- Evidence-based program delivery
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Time Under Tension – Perfect Every Rep Unlock the secret to smarter training. Time Under Tension is the first app built around the science of tempo—teaching you not just how long to lift, but why it matters. Whether you want to build muscle, recover faster, or prevent injuries, our research-backed protocols make every rep count. Why Train with Tempo? Maximize Muscle Growth: Studies show controlled tempo boosts protein synthesis by up to 45% vs. rushing reps. Prevent Injuries: Slower, guided movements reduce joint stress and improve coordination—cutting injury risk by up to 65%. Accelerate Recovery: Clinically proven tempos support 80%+ success rates in rehab for tendinopathy and post-surgery patients. Who It’s For Fitness Enthusiasts: Smash through plateaus and get more from every workout. Physiotherapy Patients: Recover with clinically validated, tempo-controlled routines. Personal Trainers: Deliver evidence-based programs that clients can trust. Pilates Enthusiasts: Time under tension is pivotal to pilates movements. Beginners: Learn proper form and build strength safely from day one. Transform your training with science. Every rep, every set, every phase—done right. Privacy Policy: https://simonngin.github.io/timeundertension/privacy.html Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
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Verdict
The clearest difference is rating: Workout Tracker at 4.9 against Time Under Tension's 1.0. Workout Tracker also leads on ratings volume (152 vs 2). Time Under Tension's advantage is update cadence (every 5 days vs fortnightly) and iOS requirement (18.5 vs 26.2). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model 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. Workout Tracker sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month and Time Under Tension sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
Workout Tracker holds the better App Store score, 4.9 against 1.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Workout Tracker has 152 ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two.
Workout Tracker ships an update fortnightly, Time Under Tension every 5 days. The most recent releases landed on November 3, 2026 and October 30, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Workout Tracker | Time Under Tension |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.9 (152 ratings) — better | 1.0 (2 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 97.6% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 152 — better | 2 |
| Update frequency | Fortnightly | Every 5 days — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Freemium |
| Devices | iPhone | iPhone, iPad — better |
| Requires iOS | 26.2 | 18.5 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 14 MB | 12 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Anthony Samaha | SIMON NGIN |
Bugs and requests
Workout Tracker
Reported bugs
4 issues- Live activity notifications not working
- Timer resets when switching apps
- Timer not displaying when music is playing
- Issues with Liquid Glass update affecting rest timer and adding workouts
Requested features
3 requests- Ability to select multiple exercises at once when preparing a routine
- Feature to see reps for heaviest set, not just most reps
- Warmup set feature or top set feature for tracking important set reps on a graph
Time Under Tension
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
Workout Tracker
- Supporter Monthly Subscription$0.991 Month
- Small Tip$0.99
- Nice Tip$4.99
- Generous Tip$9.99
Time Under Tension
- Time under Tension Pro Monthly3 Days trial$3.991 Month
- Time under Tension Pro Yearly7 Days trial$29.991 Year
