Comparison

StrengthTempo vs CENTRIC Rep + TUT Timer

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

Head to head
About

StrengthTempo

Features
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StrengthTempo is a focused strength training timer built for lifters who care about rhythm, control, and consistency. StrengthTempo now supports more languages and lets you share completed workouts as images, making it easier to use, save, and share your training progress. Set precise timing for every rep phase, follow your workout with clear cues, and keep your training organized with an action library, training setups, and cycles that are easy to manage. Whether you are working on better form, stricter tempo, or more repeatable sessions, StrengthTempo helps you stay locked in from the first rep to the last. What makes StrengthTempo different StrengthTempo is designed for real lifting sessions, not for endless setup. It gives you the structure you need to train with intent while keeping the interface fast, simple, and gym-friendly. Use it to: Set exact rep tempo for eccentric, pause, and concentric phases Build and organize your action library Create training setups for different sessions Arrange cycles so you know what to train each day Run focused sessions with clear timing cues Review completed workouts and recent training history Key features Precise tempo control Create custom tempo settings for each lift so every rep is more controlled, consistent, and repeatable. Action library, training, and cycles Keep your lifting organized with reusable actions, structured training setups, and cycles that help you stay on plan. Session-first training flow Start quickly, manage your session clearly, and move through each lift without unnecessary friction. Optional haptics and sound cues Stay on tempo without staring at the screen. Use haptics and light audio cues for phase changes when you want extra guidance. Workout history Look back at recent sessions and track what you trained. Offline-first, with optional sync Use the app fully offline, with optional iCloud sync when you want your data available across devices. Built for focused lifters StrengthTempo is made for lifters who want cleaner reps, better rhythm, and a more structured training flow. If tempo matters to your training, this app is built for you. Train with purpose. Move with rhythm. Make every rep count. EULA: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

CENTRIC Rep + TUT Timer

This app provides precision timing for strength training exercises, focusing on controlled tempos for each rep phase. It offers preset and custom options, audio and haptic feedback, and a customizable rest timer to optimize muscle activation and strength gains.

Highlights
  • Preset and custom tempo options
  • Apple Watch haptic feedback
  • Audio cues for rep phases
  • Customizable rest timer
  • Synchronized rep phases
  • Distraction-free interface
Features
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Transform your strength training with CENTRIC, the precision rep and interval timer designed for serious lifters who demand perfect form and maximum muscle activation. Whether you're powerlifting, bodybuilding, or pursuing strength gains, CENTRIC ensures every rep counts with scientifically-backed time under tension protocols. Perfect Rep Timing, Every Time CENTRIC synchronizes every phase of your lift to optimal tempos. From the eccentric lowering phase to the concentric lifting phase, our precision timing keeps your muscles under tension for maximum growth stimulus. No more guessing – just perfectly timed reps that build serious strength. Smart Tempo Control Choose from proven preset tempos (Hypertrophy, Strength, Explosive) used by elite trainers, or create custom tempos tailored to your specific training goals. Select concentric-first timing for squats, deadlifts, and presses, or eccentric-first timing for pull-ups, rows, and curls. CENTRIC adapts to your methodology and exercise selection. Haptic & Audio Guidance Feel and hear your way to perfect form. Apple Watch haptic feedback keeps you connected to your timing without looking at screens, while crystal-clear audio cues guide each rep phase. Train with focus and intensity while maintaining precise control. Rest Timer with Personality Between sets, CENTRIC keeps things light with humorous rest alerts including the fan-favorite "Don't steal my station!" message. Customizable rest periods ensure optimal recovery while keeping your workout energy high. Seamlessly Synced Rep Phases Every stage of your rep is perfectly synchronized to your chosen tempo: - Eccentric (lowering): Build strength through controlled resistance - Hold: Maximize muscle tension at critical points - Concentric (lifting): Explosive power with perfect timing - Rest: Get ready for your next rep Key Features - Preset & custom tempo options - Apple Watch haptic feedback - Audio cues for each rep phase - Customizable rest timer alerts - Perfectly synced rep timing - Clean, distraction-free interface - Works with any exercise - FREE to start your strength journey Perfect For - Strength training & powerlifting - Bodybuilding & hypertrophy focus - Time under tension protocols - Form improvement & technique work - Progressive overload training - Serious lifters seeking precision Why Time Under Tension Matters Research shows that controlling rep tempo increases muscle activation, promotes strength gains, and reduces injury risk. CENTRIC makes implementing these proven techniques effortless, turning every workout into a precision performance. Download CENTRIC today and experience the difference that perfect timing makes. Your muscles will thank you.

Screenshots

StrengthTempo3 screens
CENTRIC Rep + TUT Timer4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: CENTRIC Rep + TUT Timer at none against StrengthTempo's 4. On price, ads, 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. StrengthTempo sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month. CENTRIC Rep + TUT Timer asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
StrengthTempo versus CENTRIC Rep + TUT Timer: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterStrengthTempoCENTRIC Rep + TUT Timer
PriceFreeFree
Rating—5.0 (3 ratings) — better
Positive reviews—100.0% of reviews
Number of ratings—3 — better
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeks—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
Monetization—Free
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, Apple Watch
Requires iOS18.617.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size13 MB4 MB
Age rating4+4+
Developer小雨 李PROTECHT Technologies LLC

In-app purchases

4 purchases

StrengthTempo

Subscriptions3
  • StrengthTempo Pro Monthly$3.991 Month
  • StrengthTempo Pro Quarterly$9.993 Months
  • StrengthTempo Pro Annual$29.991 Year
One-time1
  • StrengthTempo Pro Lifetime$79.99
None

CENTRIC Rep + TUT Timer

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is StrengthTempo free?
StrengthTempo is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is CENTRIC Rep + TUT Timer free?
CENTRIC Rep + TUT Timer is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do StrengthTempo or CENTRIC Rep + TUT Timer have ads?
Neither StrengthTempo nor CENTRIC Rep + TUT Timer shows ads.

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