Hoola PRO vs RowerTrain
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Hoola PRO
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Train with a plan. Run with purpose. Hoola PRO gives you structured, coach-designed training plans for every goal — whether you're running your first 5K, building toward a marathon, or simply getting consistent. No GPS. No complicated setup. Just open the app and follow the plan. WHAT YOU GET — Training plans for 5K, 10K, half marathon, and beyond — Daily workouts: interval runs, tempo sessions, easy runs & long runs — 8-week structured programs with clear weekly goals — Expert articles on form, pacing, breathing & injury prevention — Progress tracking that keeps you accountable You don't need fancy gear or years of experience. Just a goal and a plan to get there. Subscriptions renew automatically. Manage or cancel anytime in your device settings. Download Hoola PRO and run your best — starting today. Terms of Use - https://hoola.com/terms Privacy Policy - https://hoola.com/privacy
RowerTrain
Connect your rowing machine via Bluetooth to create and perform structured workouts. Track real-time performance metrics and integrate with Strava and Apple Health. Customize your training sessions for a personalized rowing experience.
- Bluetooth rowing machine connection
- Real-time performance tracking
- Customizable structured workouts
- Resistance control
- Strava integration
- Apple Health integration
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Connect your rowing machine via Bluetooth. Create, customize, and perform structured workouts with real-time tracking. COMPATIBLE EQUIPMENT • Domyos rowers: 900, Woodrower. • FTMS-compatible rowers: Concept2 PM5, Merach, Yosuda, Christopeit, and more. • Bluetooth Heart-Rate sensors. Note for Domyos 500B users: this rower is not compatible with RowerTrain. KEY FEATURES • Real-time data: Power, stroke rate, distance, time, calories, resistance, and HR. • Structured workouts: Use default sessions or create your own custom workouts. • Resistance control: Adjust resistance levels within the app (on compatible machines). • Strava Integration: Automatic upload of your activities to Strava. • Apple Health integration QUICK START Turn on your rower's Bluetooth. Launch RowerTrain and pair your device. Select a workout and start rowing! Export your session to Strava or keep it in your local history. Feedback or technical issues? Reach out at: support [at] rowertrain.com
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Verdict
The clearest difference is ads: RowerTrain at none against Hoola PRO's shown. RowerTrain also leads on update cadence (every 5 days vs every 3 weeks). Hoola PRO's advantage is iOS requirement (15.0 vs 17.0). On price, in-app purchases 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
Both are free to download. Hoola PRO sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $29.99 per month and RowerTrain sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
Hoola PRO ships an update every 3 weeks, RowerTrain every 5 days. The most recent releases landed on October 30, 2026 and November 13, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Hoola PRO | RowerTrain |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | — | 5.0 (1 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | — | 91.7% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | — | 1 — better |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | Every 5 days — better |
| Ads | Yes | No — better |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | — | Free with in-app purchases |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch — better |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 — better | 17.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 55 MB | 35 MB |
| Age rating | +4 | 4+ |
| Developer | HOOLA LIMITED | Adrian Papusoi |
In-app purchases
Hoola PRO
- Monthly Subscription$29.991 Month
- 3 Month Subscription$59.993 Months
RowerTrain
- RowerTrain - Full Access$6.99









