Comparison

WOD timer vs OpenBad

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

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About

WOD timer

Design and save custom workout routines with named exercises, custom rest intervals, and sequential steps. Ideal for CrossFit, Tabata, HIIT, and circuit training, this app helps you focus on performance by managing your countdowns and exercise order.

Highlights
  • Custom workout creation
  • Personalized exercise names and rest times
  • Reusable workout templates
  • One-tap timer control
  • Supports CrossFit, Tabata, HIIT, and circuits
Features
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WODpulse is the most simple and powerful timer DESIGN YOUR PERFECT WORKOUTS Forget memorizing complicated sequences or scribbling workouts on paper. With WODpulse, you can build personalized workout routines in advance by naming every exercise, setting repetitions, customizing rest intervals, and arranging each step in the perfect sequence. Focus your energy entirely on giving your best effort. Whether you follow CrossFit WODs, Tabata intervals, HIIT, or traditional circuit training, WODpulse empowers you to create and edit reusable workout templates tailored to your training style. Prepare multiple templates for different days, goals, or clients, and launch them instantly whenever you’re ready to train. SIMPLICITY MEETS POWER Effortlessly create, edit, and save timers tailored to your precise needs Assign unique names and durations to each exercise and rest Organize workouts in sequences so you never lose track of your routine Pause, resume, and manage your workouts seamlessly YOUR TRAINING, ORGANIZED & READY WODpulse is designed to make your training routine as efficient as possible. With your custom templates ready, you don’t have to waste energy recalling what comes next—simply load your plan, start your timer, and let WODpulse guide you step by step through your session. Ideal for both solo athletes and coaches running group classes. BUILT FOR CROSSFIT & MORE Perfect for CrossFit athletes, HIIT enthusiasts, trainers, and beginners alike, WODpulse adapts to any style of workout. Whether you're looking to perfect your AMRAP, get that extra edge on your EMOMs, or just make sure your interval workouts run smoothly—WODpulse is there for you. STAY CONSISTENT, TRACK PROGRESS Reusing and refining your timer templates helps you stay consistent, tracking your progress with each session. Focus on your performance and goals—let WODpulse handle the countdowns, repetitions, and order of your exercises. FEATURES AT A GLANCE Custom workout and interval timer creation Personalized exercise names, rest times, and steps Easy-to-use templates that can be saved and reused One-tap timer control: play, pause, and resume Ideal for CrossFit, Tabata, HIIT, circuits, and more YOUR TRAINING EVOLVES—SO DOES WODPULSE As you grow, adapt, and push past limits, WODpulse evolves with you. Your saved templates and history serve as a record of your determination—a reminder of how far you’ve come and a tool for taking your training to the next level. Stop relying on memory. Prepare every detail in advance. Train smarter every session. With WODpulse, your perfect workout is always just a tap away. Focus on what matters—your progress. Terms of use https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

OpenBad

Transform your device into a professional badminton coaching tool. Analyze matches with stats and heatmaps, break down player movements with video analysis, and manage clubs and players. Includes AI-powered training plans and fun mini-games.

Highlights
  • AI-generated training plans
  • Match statistics and heatmaps
  • Pro video analysis with slow-motion
  • Tactical board and court visualization
  • Club and player management
  • Badminton mini-games
  • Knowledge quizzes
Features
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Transform your smartphone or tablet into a true professional coaching tool! Designed by and for badminton enthusiasts, OpenBad Expert is the most comprehensive app of its generation. Whether you're a player looking to progress, a coach managing a club, or a competitor hungry for analysis, it gathers everything you need to reach the next level. 100+ EXERCISES AND ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE No more lack of inspiration! Access an exclusive database of over 100 exercises (Technical, Tactical, Physical, Fun) with explanatory videos. Let the AI Assistant generate 6-week training sessions or cycles tailored to your audience (Mini-bad, Competitor, Leisure) in just one click. REFEREEING, MATCH STATS, AND HEATMAP Referee your official matches like a pro. Keep score and record every action: winning shots (Smash, Drop, Drive) and unforced errors. The app generates an interactive Heatmap to visually analyze your impact zones. Then, generate a complete PDF report, perfect for debriefing and adjusting your strategies. PRO VIDEO ANALYSIS AND DATA SECURITY Film your players in the background (PIP camera) while using the stopwatch or tactical board. The Pro Analyzer lets you break down every movement: slow down the action, draw angles, and use Studio Mode to record your voice. For total privacy, all your videos are saved exclusively in the app's private local gallery, without ever cluttering your personal camera roll! COURT TOOLS AND PHYSICAL PREPARATION Use the virtual court to move your players, draw trajectories, and save your tactical setups. The Shadow Badminton tool randomly calls out corners to reach (with voice and whistles) for optimal footwork. A Tabata stopwatch manages your effort and recovery times. COMPLETE CLUB AND PLAYER MANAGEMENT Create your roster, track attendance, and follow interclub matches. Evaluate feather gradings (PassBad) and generate individual reports with radar charts exportable as PDFs. Instantly share profiles and stats between the coach's scanner and the player's phone via our offline QR Code system. ARCADE BADMINTON: THE FUN ZONE! Discover 7 addictive mini-games with local Leaderboards: • Badminton World: An adventure RPG! Face Bosses (Smashator 3000...), collect shuttlecocks, and gear up in the Shop with real rackets, sneakers, a flaming Kumpoo Magma string, or recruit companions (Maëlys, Robin, Panda) to freeze your enemies! • Breakout Bad: Neon brick breaker with infinite levels. Use your racket to unleash the piercing Golden CBX Shuttlecock. • Badminton Invaders: Repel waves of aliens behind your permeable nets with shots and shields. • Rhythm Smash: Hit the shuttlecocks in perfect musical sync. • Color Bad: A color sequence memory game. • Pro Juggling: Defy gravity and maximize your combo. • Smash Defender: Protect your targets with lightning-fast reflexes. • Flappy Shuttlecock: Make your feather zigzag without crashing. BADMINTON KNOWLEDGE AND MULTILINGUAL Test your knowledge via our Express Quiz. Review official BWF rules, court dimensions, and master our equipment guide (tension, balance). Translated into 12 languages: French (Canada), English (Canada) (Australia) (UK) (USA), Spanish (Spain) (Mexico), German, Danish, Chinese (Simplified) (Traditional), Japanese, Indian (Hindi), Thai (Thailand), Korean, Indonesian, and Malaysian.

Screenshots

WOD timer4 screens
OpenBad4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: OpenBad at 100% against WOD timer's 33%. OpenBad also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 4) and update cadence (every 5 days vs every 10 days). WOD timer's advantage is price (Free vs $3.99). On ads 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

WOD timer is free to download; OpenBad costs $3.99 up front. WOD timer sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per 7 days. OpenBad asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

WOD timer ships an update every 10 days, OpenBad every 5 days. The most recent releases landed on August 14, 2026 and September 17, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
WOD timer versus OpenBad: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterWOD timerOpenBad
PriceFree — better$3.99
Rating4.6 (32 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews33.3% of reviews100.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings32 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 10 daysEvery 5 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases — betterPaid
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS16.213.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size63 MB125 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperSPLURBChristophe BLEUZET

Customer experience

WOD timer

All ratings32 ratings
Positive90.6%
Neutral0.0%
Negative9.4%
Written reviews3 reviews
Positive33.3%
Neutral33.3%
Negative33.3%

OpenBad

Written reviews1 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

4 purchases

WOD timer

Subscriptions3
  • weekly$0.997 Days
  • promo$8.991 Year
  • annual$17.991 Year
One-time1
  • Lifetime$29.99
None

OpenBad

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is WOD timer free?
WOD timer is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is OpenBad free?
OpenBad costs $3.99, with no in-app purchases.
Do WOD timer or OpenBad have ads?
Neither WOD timer nor OpenBad shows ads.
Which is updated more often, WOD timer or OpenBad?
WOD timer ships an update every 10 days, and OpenBad every 5 days. Most recently, WOD timer was updated on August 14, 2026 and OpenBad on September 17, 2026.

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