Comparison

HyRhythm vs Paddlor

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

Head to head
About

HyRhythm

This app helps you plan and track HYROX-specific workouts on your iPhone and Apple Watch. Analyze performance with detailed heart rate data and segment timings. It's designed to pinpoint areas for improvement in your HYROX training.

Highlights
  • Build custom HYROX workouts
  • Track live sessions on Apple Watch
  • Heart rate and zone monitoring
  • Detailed post-session reports
  • Supports various workout formats
Features
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HyRhythm is the ultimate workout tracker designed for HYROX training. Plan your workouts on iPhone, track them on Apple Watch, and review your performance with detailed heart rate and zone analysis. Key Features • Build daily HYROX workouts (Run, SkiErg, Row, Sled, Burpee, Wall Ball and more) • Track live sessions on Apple Watch with current & next workout view • Heart rate & zone monitoring to optimize training intensity • Post-session reports with heart rate zones & time by segment • Supports AMRAP, EMOM, For Time, and Interval workouts (auto-detection coming soon) Why HyRhythm? Unlike generic running or cycling apps, HyRhythm is built for the unique HYROX format — helping you identify where your pace drops and how you compare to competition averages. Free in 2025 Enjoy all features free throughout 2025. Subscription plans will be available from 2026.

About

Paddlor

Features
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Paddlor is the ultimate companion app for stand up paddle boarders and kayakers. Whether you're out on flat water, catching waves, or exploring new waterways, Paddlor helps you log every session and track your progress over time. CHECK CONDITIONS BEFORE YOU GO Monitor live weather conditions including wave height, wind speed, swell, UV index, and air temperature — so you always know when it's the right time to get out on the water. LOG EVERY SESSION Keep a detailed logbook of all your SUP and kayak sessions. Track duration, distance, and route with GPS mapping — all stored in one place and always with you. TRACK YOUR STATS See how you improve over time. Keep an eye on your personal bests, total time on the water, and distance covered across all your sessions. MANAGE YOUR CRAFTS Add your boards and kayaks to your profile, set up alerts, and customise your paddle reminders so you never miss a session. Whether you're a weekend paddler or a dedicated water sports enthusiast, Paddlor keeps your adventures organised and your progress visible. Terms of use: https://paddlor.app/terms Privacy policy: https://paddlor.app/policy

Screenshots

HyRhythm4 screens
Paddlor4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: HyRhythm at none against Paddlor's 2. Paddlor's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and iOS requirement (17.0 vs 26.0). On price, update cadence 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. Paddlor sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. HyRhythm asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

HyRhythm ships an update every 2 weeks, Paddlor weekly. The most recent releases landed on October 24, 2026 and October 14, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
HyRhythm versus Paddlor: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterHyRhythmPaddlor
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (6 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings6 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeksWeekly — better
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Apple Watch — betteriPhone, Apple Watch
Requires iOS26.017.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size47 MB10 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperQ Commerce LabBrian Theuma

In-app purchases

None

HyRhythm

No in-app purchases

2 purchases

Paddlor

Subscriptions2
  • Paddlor Pro Monthly$2.991 Month
  • Paddlor Pro Annual$17.991 Year

Questions

Is HyRhythm free?
HyRhythm is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Paddlor free?
Paddlor is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do HyRhythm or Paddlor have ads?
HyRhythm shows ads; Paddlor does not.
Which is updated more often, HyRhythm or Paddlor?
HyRhythm ships an update every 2 weeks, and Paddlor weekly. Most recently, HyRhythm was updated on October 24, 2026 and Paddlor on October 14, 2026.

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