Comparison

The Murph vs SipCounter

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

Head to head
About

The Murph

This app is a dedicated timer and rep counter designed for the iconic Murph workout. It offers customizable partitioning, tracking for runs and reps, and historical data logging to monitor progress. Built for athletes, it features a clean interface and offline functionality.

Highlights
  • Murph Timer for run, reps, and rest
  • Customizable partitioning (20-round Cindy or custom)
  • Full, Half, and Mini Murph options
  • Weighted vest toggle
  • Workout history and progress tracking
  • Offline functionality
  • Dark mode
Features
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Honor Lt. Michael P. Murphy every rep of the way. The Murph is purpose-built for the CrossFit community's most iconic Hero WOD. Whether you're training for Memorial Day or chasing a new PR, this is the only timer and tracker you need. BUILT FOR THE MURPH • Murph Timer — track your run, reps, and rest with precision • Classic 20-round Cindy partitioning (5/10/15) or customize your own split • Full Murph, Half Murph, and Mini Murph options for every fitness level • Weighted vest toggle for Rx tracking TRACK YOUR PROGRESS • Log your times and see improvement over time • Save workout history across years • Compare your Memorial Day performances side by side DESIGNED WITH PURPOSE • Clean, distraction-free interface built for the box • Works offline — no Wi-Fi needed mid-workout • Dark mode for early morning sessions This app was made by athletes, for athletes — to honor a hero and push your limits. See you on Memorial Day. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

SipCounter

Features
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Stay hydrated with SipCounter — the simple, beautiful water tracker that makes drinking enough effortless. One tap is all it takes. Log water, coffee, tea, juice, and 40+ other beverages with quick-add buttons right on your home screen. Watch your progress ring fill up in real time and build a daily streak you won't want to break. HOW IT WORKS Set your daily goal based on your body weight or choose your own target. Tap to log drinks throughout the day. Get smart reminders so you never forget a sip. FEATURES • Beautiful progress ring with water fill animation • 40+ drink types: water, coffee, espresso, matcha, smoothies, and more • Quick-add buttons for one-tap logging • Daily streak tracking to build lasting habits • Nutrition tracking: see sugar, caffeine, and calories for every drink • Customizable reminders on your schedule • Weekly calendar to review past days • Home screen and lock screen widgets • Goal celebration with confetti • Private and offline — your data stays on your device PREMIUM (one-time purchase) Unlock all 40+ drink types, full history, all widgets, and unlimited reminder customization with a single purchase. No subscriptions, no recurring fees — pay once, own it forever. Privacy Policy: https://thecinemindscape-beep.github.io/health-app-legal/privacy.html Terms of Use: https://thecinemindscape-beep.github.io/health-app-legal/terms.html

Screenshots

The Murph2 screens
SipCounter4 screens

Verdict

The call

The Murph and SipCounter are too close to call on the numbers: across 5 compared parameters — price, ads, in-app purchases and device support among them — neither pulls far enough ahead to decide it. What separates them is feature set and interface, not measurable difference.

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. The Murph sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month and SipCounter sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ScorecardNo meaningful differences
The Murph versus SipCounter: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterThe MurphSipCounter
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (3 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings3 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 10 days—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFreemium—
DevicesiPhone, iPad — betteriPhone
Requires iOS16.0 — better17.6
Further details — not scored
Size36 MB2 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperMuckStack, LLCYves Muheim

In-app purchases

2 purchases

The Murph

Subscriptions2
  • Pro Monthly$0.991 Month
  • Pro Yearly$9.991 Year
1 purchases

SipCounter

One-time1
  • com.sipcount.premium.lifetime$4.99

Questions

Is The Murph free?
The Murph is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is SipCounter free?
SipCounter is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do The Murph or SipCounter have ads?
Neither The Murph nor SipCounter shows ads.

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