# MacroFactor Workouts vs Dead Hang Timer

The clearest difference is monetization model: Dead Hang Timer at free with in-app purchases against MacroFactor Workouts's subscription. Dead Hang Timer also leads on review sentiment (100% vs 74%). MacroFactor Workouts's advantage is ratings volume (5K vs 8) and chart position (#108 vs unranked). On price, rating, update cadence and ads there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. MacroFactor Workouts sells 7 in-app purchases, starting at $11.99 per month and Dead Hang Timer sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Dead Hang Timer holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: MacroFactor Workouts has 5K ratings behind it against 8, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 74% of MacroFactor Workouts's written reviews are positive against 100% of Dead Hang Timer's.

MacroFactor Workouts ships an update every 2 weeks, Dead Hang Timer every 10 days. The most recent releases landed on November 12, 2026 and November 9, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | MacroFactor Workouts | Dead Hang Timer |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.8 (5K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/macrofactor-workouts-tracker/id6737156524/reviews) | **[5.0 (8 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/dead-hang-timer-hang-habit/id6756476871/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **5K** | 8 |
| Positive reviews | 74.2% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 2 weeks | **Every 10 days** |
| Monetization | Subscription | **Free with in-app purchases** |
| Best chart rank | **#108** | — |
| Size | 322 MB | 29 MB |
| Requires iOS | 18.0 | **17.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | **iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch** |
| Age rating | 9+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Stronger By Science Technologies LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1553503473) | [Alliterate Labs LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1860792701) |

## What reviewers say

### MacroFactor Workouts

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/macrofactor-workouts-tracker/id6737156524)

**Currently charting:** #108 Top Grossing · Health & Fitness (US App Store)

This app helps you build and track strength-training routines with adaptive plans that adjust as you progress. Log exercises, view your history, and access technique guidance for hundreds of exercises. It's designed for gym or home workouts.

**Highlights:** Adaptive workout plans, Workout tracking and planning, Progress visualization, Exercise technique guidance, Detailed training tools, Flexible routine creation

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

**In-app purchases (7)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly Subscription | $11.99 | per month |
| Monthly Subscription | $11.99 | per month |
| Semiannual Subscription | $47.99 | per 6 months |
| Semiannual Subscription | $47.99 | per 6 months |
| Annual Subscription | $71.99 | per year |
| Annual Subscription | $71.99 | per year |
| Annual Subscription Bundle | $89.99 | per year |


### Dead Hang Timer

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/dead-hang-timer-hang-habit/id6756476871)

Track your grip strength training sessions with this app. It offers solo tracking, social hangouts with friends, and integration with Apple Watch and AirPods for automated timing and progress review. Personalize your goals and monitor your performance over time.

**Highlights:** Solo hang tracking, Social hangouts with friends, Apple Watch integration, AirPods gesture control, Progress and personal record tracking, Optional spoken cues, Data export

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Family Sharing, Apple Watch app, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Host a Hangout | $0.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is MacroFactor Workouts free?

MacroFactor Workouts is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Dead Hang Timer free?

Dead Hang Timer is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, MacroFactor Workouts or Dead Hang Timer?

Dead Hang Timer is rated higher. MacroFactor Workouts averages 4.8 out of 5 from 5K ratings, while Dead Hang Timer averages 5.0 from 8 ratings.

### Do MacroFactor Workouts or Dead Hang Timer have ads?

Neither MacroFactor Workouts nor Dead Hang Timer shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, MacroFactor Workouts or Dead Hang Timer?

MacroFactor Workouts ships an update every 2 weeks, and Dead Hang Timer every 10 days. Most recently, MacroFactor Workouts was updated on November 12, 2026 and Dead Hang Timer on November 9, 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.*