Comparison

StrengthTempo vs KettleQuest

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

KettleQuest

Log kettlebell exercises like swings and Turkish get-ups with detailed tracking. Monitor your progress with a stats dashboard and personal records. Includes a built-in interval timer and pre-set training programs.

Highlights
  • Log kettlebell exercises
  • Track progress and personal records
  • Built-in interval timer
  • Pre-set training programs
  • No account required
  • Data stays on device
Features
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KettleQuest — Kettlebell Workout Tracker KettleQuest is the no-nonsense kettlebell tracking app built for serious practitioners. Log your swings, Turkish get-ups, and snatches in seconds, track your progress over time, and let the numbers speak for themselves. Track Every Rep Log two-handed swings, one-handed swings, Turkish get-ups, and snatches with your kettlebell weight. Add notes to capture how each session felt. Watch Your Progress Your stats dashboard shows total swings, get-ups, snatches, and total volume lifted — filterable by this week, this month, this year, or all time. Personal records are tracked automatically. Stay On Cadence The built-in interval timer keeps you honest between sets — choose 30, 45, 60, 90, or 120 second intervals with an audible beep. Train Smarter Built-in training programs including Pavel Tsatsouline's Simple & Sinister give you a proven framework to follow, with one-tap session logging. Simple by Design No account required. No subscription. No fluff. Your data stays on your device.

Screenshots

StrengthTempo4 screens
KettleQuest3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: KettleQuest at none against StrengthTempo's 4. KettleQuest also leads on update cadence (every 2 weeks vs monthly). 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. KettleQuest asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

StrengthTempo ships an update monthly, KettleQuest every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 25, 2026 and October 12, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 7 level
StrengthTempo versus KettleQuest: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterStrengthTempoKettleQuest
PriceFreeFree
Rating—5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Number of ratings—1 — better
Update frequencyMonthlyEvery 2 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
Monetization—Free
DevicesiPhone, iPad — betteriPhone
Requires iOS18.617.6 — better
Further details — not scored
Size16 MB1 MB
Age rating4+4+
Developer小雨 李Christopher Neal

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

KettleQuest

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is StrengthTempo free?
StrengthTempo is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is KettleQuest free?
KettleQuest is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do StrengthTempo or KettleQuest have ads?
Neither StrengthTempo nor KettleQuest shows ads.
Which is updated more often, StrengthTempo or KettleQuest?
StrengthTempo ships an update monthly, and KettleQuest every 2 weeks. Most recently, StrengthTempo was updated on October 25, 2026 and KettleQuest on October 12, 2026.

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