# Workout vs Dog Check

The clearest difference is update cadence: Dog Check at every 3 weeks against Workout's every 18 months. Dog Check also leads on price ($0.99 vs $1.99). Workout's advantage is iOS requirement (9.0 vs 15.1). On ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Workout costs $1.99 and Dog Check $0.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

Workout ships an update every 18 months, Dog Check every 3 weeks. Both last shipped on October 24, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Workout | Dog Check |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | $1.99 | **$0.99** |
| Positive reviews | 25.0% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 18 months | **Every 3 weeks** |
| Monetization | Paid | — |
| Size | 11 MB | 27 MB |
| Requires iOS | **9.0** | 15.1 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [AppsFab AS](https://appshunter.io/developer/401669074) | [Hampus Goransson](https://appshunter.io/developer/6797300831) |

## What reviewers say

### Workout

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/workout/id670012039)

This app simplifies interval training by integrating with your music library. It automatically mutes music during rest periods, allowing you to focus on your workout rhythm. You can also use optional beep signals to guide your intervals.

**Highlights:** Interval training with music, Automatic music muting during rest, Optional beep signals for intervals, Customizable work and rest durations, Create and save custom workouts, Music transition options

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none


### Dog Check

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/dog-check/id6797316294)

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Workout free?

Workout costs $1.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Dog Check free?

Dog Check costs $0.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Do Workout or Dog Check have ads?

Neither Workout nor Dog Check shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Workout or Dog Check?

Workout ships an update every 18 months, and Dog Check every 3 weeks. Most recently, Workout was updated on October 24, 2026 and Dog Check on October 24, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*