Comparison

Train Rest Repeat vs Deadlift Diaries

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Train Rest Repeat

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I built Watch Rest & Recovery Timer because I wanted a quick, distraction-free way to track rest between sets—without pulling out my phone. Whether you're lifting, doing HIIT, bodyweight exercises, or any structured workout, this timer keeps you on track. – Start, pause, and reset your rest timer with a tap. – No unnecessary features—just a clean, focused rest timer. – Discreet vibration alerts – Stay in the zone with haptic feedback when your rest time is up. – Apple Watch Ready – Control your timer from your wrist—no need to touch your phone. – Automatic Set Tracking – Easily keep count of your sets without losing focus. No clutter, no distractions—just a reliable rest timer to help you train smarter. Download and make every second count!

About

Deadlift Diaries

Features
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Deadlift Diaries is a straightforward workout app designed for lifters who want to focus on their training without distractions. Track your sets, manage rest times, and stay on schedule with built-in timers, so you can spend less time checking the clock and more time lifting. • Set timers for rest periods: Automatically count down rest times between sets (e.g., 5 sets with 60 seconds in between). • Simple and intuitive: No clutter, just the tools you need to keep your workout on track. • Built for lifters: Whether you’re deadlifting, squatting, or benching, Deadlift Diaries helps you stay consistent.

Screenshots

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Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: Deadlift Diaries at every 4 days against Train Rest Repeat's fortnightly. Train Rest Repeat's advantage is iOS requirement (13.0 vs 18.6). On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Train Rest Repeat ships an update fortnightly, Deadlift Diaries every 4 days. Both last shipped on October 30, 2026.

Scorecard2 real differences · 4 level
Train Rest Repeat versus Deadlift Diaries: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterTrain Rest RepeatDeadlift Diaries
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyFortnightlyEvery 4 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
DevicesiPhone, iPod, Apple Watch — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS13.0 — better18.6
Further details — not scored
Size1 MB4 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperIan RemillardRaphael Derensy

In-app purchases

None

Train Rest Repeat

No in-app purchases

None

Deadlift Diaries

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Train Rest Repeat free?
Train Rest Repeat is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Deadlift Diaries free?
Deadlift Diaries is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Train Rest Repeat or Deadlift Diaries have ads?
Neither Train Rest Repeat nor Deadlift Diaries shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Train Rest Repeat or Deadlift Diaries?
Train Rest Repeat ships an update fortnightly, and Deadlift Diaries every 4 days. Most recently, Train Rest Repeat was updated on October 30, 2026 and Deadlift Diaries on October 30, 2026.

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