ProWorkout vs Circuit Timer
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side โ with what reviewers say about each.
ProWorkout
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Real workouts mix timed intervals with rep-based exercises. Most timer apps can't handle that. ProWorkout does โ with structured sections, repeating sets, and a background timer that tells you exactly when to move, no matter what app you're in. BUILD REAL WORKOUTS โข Mix timed and rep-based exercises in one routine โข Add warm-up, main workout, and cool-down sections โข Group exercises into sets with their own repeat counts โข Reorder exercises and sets in the builder SWITCH APPS, KEEP MOVING โข Watch Netflix, listen to Spotify, browse anything โ the timer runs in the background โข Notifications and audio cues fire exactly when your next exercise starts โข Clear sounds for work, rest, and workout completion SHARE THE FULL ROUTINE โข Send a link โ recipients tap it and the full workout imports instantly โข Perfect for coaches, training partners, and clients BUILT FOR EVERY STYLE OF TRAINING โข HIIT 40/20, Tabata 20/10, EMOM, AMRAP โข Circuits, supersets, and CrossFit-style WODs โข 5ร5 and other strength sessions โข Bodyweight routines, mobility flows, yoga, and stretching Download free. Try the demo workout in under 60 seconds โ no signup needed.
Circuit Timer
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Build custom interval training circuits and run them with precision timing, voice announcements, and haptic feedback. CREATE YOUR PERFECT WORKOUT Design circuits with unlimited intervals, each with its own name, duration, and alarm sound. Set loop counts on individual intervals or the entire circuit. Choose from 24 alarm sounds, enable voice countdown, or both. STAY IN THE ZONE A full-screen player with a progress ring, countdown timer, and interval timeline keeps you focused. The last 3 seconds pulse to keep you ready for what's next. Voice announcements call out interval names so you never have to look at your screen. NEVER MISS A BEAT Live Activities put your timer on the Lock Screen and Dynamic Island. Background notifications keep you on track even when you switch apps. Start circuits hands-free with Siri. APPLE WATCH Run circuits from your wrist with real-time heart rate zones, active calories, and haptic alerts. Your watch keeps going even when the screen dims with Always-On Display support. TRACK YOUR PROGRESS View workout history with streaks, completion stats, and total training time. Save workouts to Apple Health as High Intensity Interval Training sessions. FREE TO START - 1 circuit with full features โ alarms, haptics, voice, history CORE UPGRADE - Unlimited circuits - iCloud sync across devices - Apple Health integration PRO UPGRADE - Everything in Core - Apple Watch companion app Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
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Verdict
The clearest difference is iOS requirement: ProWorkout at 15.1 against Circuit Timer's 26.0. On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.
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Both are free to download. ProWorkout sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month and Circuit Timer sells 2 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
ProWorkout ships an update every 2 weeks, Circuit Timer monthly. The most recent releases landed on September 18, 2026 and September 3, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | ProWorkout | Circuit Timer |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | Every 2 weeks โ better | Monthly |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch |
| Requires iOS | 15.1 โ better | 26.0 |
| Further details โ not scored | ||
| Size | 31 MB | 7 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Dorapocket Limited | Lawman Services, LLC |
In-app purchases
ProWorkout
- ProWorkout Builder Monthly$2.991 Month
- ProWorkout Builder Annual7 Days trial$9.991 Year
- ProWorkout Builder Lifetime$24.99
Circuit Timer
- Core$2.99
- Pro$4.99
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