Comparison

BJJNote vs GRIP Timer

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

Head to head
About

BJJNote

This app helps Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu practitioners track training sessions, manage belt progression, and analyze performance. It offers features for recording techniques, setting goals, and managing instructor-based learning. Premium options include weight and competition management.

Highlights
  • Training session records
  • Belt progression tracking
  • Instructor-based learning management
  • Statistical analysis
  • Weight management
  • Competition management
  • Offline support
Features
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BJJNote: Complete Support for Your Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Journey For serious Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) practitioners seeking improvement, BJJNote is the dedicated app that manages everything from training records to competition preparation in one place. ◆ Why BJJNote is the Choice for BJJ Practitioners BJJ improvement requires consistent training and reflection. However, paper notebooks and generic memo apps make it difficult to organize techniques and track progress. BJJNote features BJJ-specific functionality that visualizes your growth and supports efficient improvement. ◆ Core Features - Visualize Your Growth 1. Training Session Records • Record by training type: regular classes, open mat, private lessons, competition preparation • Custom class name functionality (e.g., "All Levels Class," "Morning Training") • Detailed records of technique practice, sparring, and conditioning • Save learned techniques and insights in notes 2. Belt Progression Records & Goal Management • Current belt and stripe management • Promotion history records (future promotion dates can also be registered) • Automatic calculation of training hours until next promotion • Progress display perfect for maintaining motivation 3. Instructor-Based Learning Management • Register multiple instructors • Record each instructor's specialty techniques • Organize what you learned from whom 4. Statistical Analysis • Training time statistics • Growth trend tracking ◆ Premium Features - Reach Greater Heights BJJNote Premium provides advanced features essential for competitors. 1. Weight Management • Daily weight and body fat percentage records • Target weight setting for competition divisions • Weight trend graphs to track patterns • Statistics (average, maximum, minimum, variation range) 2. Competition Management • Register competition information (name, date, location, division) • Competition countdown display • Real-time display of difference from target weight • Record competition results and win rate statistics 3. Advanced Notification Settings • Training reminders by day of the week • Custom message settings • Special reminders before competitions • Regular weight recording notifications ◆ BJJNote's Exclusive Features Dashboard-Style Home Screen Immediately upon launch, view important information at a glance: today's training records, next competition info, difference from weight goals, and more. Modern card UI combines usability with beauty. Complete Offline Support No problem if your academy doesn't have Wi-Fi. All data is stored locally, allowing you to record anytime, anywhere. Optimized for BJJ Culture Designed with BJJ practitioners in mind, considering belt systems, academy culture, and training schedules. ◆ Privacy and Security Your training data belongs to you alone. BJJNote securely stores all data on your device. ◆ Commitment to Usability Clean Architecture and native technology ensure fast, stable performance. Intuitive interface means recording never becomes stressful. ◆ Recommended For • Beginners who want to record their BJJ growth • Practitioners who want to systematically organize techniques • Competitors who need weight management for tournaments • Those training at multiple academies ◆ Start Today There are no shortcuts in BJJ improvement. However, proper recording and analysis will accelerate your growth. Begin a more efficient and enjoyable BJJ journey with BJJNote. The free version offers unlimited use of core recording features. Download now and start recording today's training. OSS! This app follows Apple's standard End User License Agreement (EULA). For details, please visit: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

GRIP Timer

Features
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GRIP Timer is a professional round timer designed for Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu training at GRIP BJJ Hudson. Features include customizable round and rest durations, preset configurations, a powerful boxing bell sound, and TV Mode for AirPlay screen mirroring to your gym's TV. Perfect for coaches and athletes who need a reliable, easy-to-use timer during training sessions. Features: • Customizable round time, rest time, and number of rounds • Professional boxing ring bell sound • TV Mode — mirror timer to any TV via AirPlay/Screen Mirroring • Save and load training presets • Screen stays awake during timer • Clean, dark interface optimized for gym use

Screenshots

BJJNote4 screens
GRIP Timer3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: GRIP Timer at none against BJJNote's 2. GRIP Timer also leads on iOS requirement (15.1 vs 17.6). On price, 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

Both are free to download. BJJNote sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. GRIP Timer asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
BJJNote versus GRIP Timer: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterBJJNoteGRIP Timer
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.0 (1 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews83.3% of reviews—
Number of ratings1 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeks—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFreemium—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS17.615.1 — better
Further details — not scored
Size45 MB18 MB
Age rating4+17+
DeveloperEGG STUDIO LIMITED LIABILITY COanderson santos

In-app purchases

2 purchases

BJJNote

Subscriptions2
  • UnlockPremiumFeatures(12Months$1.991 Month
  • Unlock Premium Features(1Month$19.991 Year
None

GRIP Timer

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is BJJNote free?
BJJNote is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is GRIP Timer free?
GRIP Timer is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do BJJNote or GRIP Timer have ads?
Neither BJJNote nor GRIP Timer shows ads.

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