Comparison

RE vs RowXL

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

Head to head
About

RE

Features
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The RE:SET app makes booking and attending sessions simple. - Browse the calendar for sessions that suit you. Book and pay in just a few taps. - Use your personal QR code to check-in. - Not going to make it? Cancel and rebook directly through the app. - Session full? Join the waiting list to be notified if a spot becomes available. - Purchase memberships and more.

About

RowXL

This app offers AI-powered video analysis and rigging tools for rowers and coaches. It provides feedback on technique, helps build training plans, and optimizes boat performance. Access curated rowing resources and regatta schedules in one place.

Highlights
  • AI-powered video analysis
  • Performance tracking
  • Precise rigging tools
  • Structured training plan builder
  • Curated rowing resources
  • Secure video uploads
Features
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RowXL is a rowing app for athletes and coaches. Built by rowers, for rowers — RowXL combines video analysis, rowing training programs, rigging tools, AI coach support, and a training diary in one easy-to-use app. Designed for masters and club crews, RowXL helps every athlete and coach get faster, smarter, and more efficient — both on and off the water. Features: • AI Coach – Upload your rowing video and receive clear, AI-generated feedback with key findings, fixes, and recommended drills. • Program Builder – Create and track structured training plans for your crew or individual athletes. • Rigging Tools – Calculate spans, inboards, ratios, and pitch settings with precision to optimize boat performance. • Hub – Access curated rowing resources, regatta schedules, and federation links — all in one place. • Secure Uploads – Your videos and data are private, encrypted, and automatically deleted after 10 days for complete control. Why RowXL? RowXL streamlines everything from rigging checks to technique feedback, saving coaches time and helping athletes focus on what matters — performance and results. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://rowxl.com/privacy

Screenshots

RE4 screens
RowXL4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: RE at none against RowXL's 1. On price, update cadence, 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. RowXL sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $8.99 per month. RE asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

RE ships an update every 6 months, RowXL every 4 months. The most recent releases landed on August 13, 2026 and September 11, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
RE versus RowXL: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterRERowXL
PriceFreeFree
Rating—5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Positive reviews—100.0% of reviews
Number of ratings—1 — better
Update frequencyEvery 6 monthsEvery 4 months — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
Monetization—Freemium
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS16.4 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size157 MB6 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperLegitfit LimitedNoel Carey

In-app purchases

None

RE

No in-app purchases

1 purchases

RowXL

Subscriptions1
  • RowXL Monthly Access$8.991 Month

Questions

Is RE free?
RE is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is RowXL free?
RowXL is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do RE or RowXL have ads?
Neither RE nor RowXL shows ads.
Which is updated more often, RE or RowXL?
RE ships an update every 6 months, and RowXL every 4 months. Most recently, RE was updated on August 13, 2026 and RowXL on September 11, 2026.

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