Comparison

GymBot vs TempoReps

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

Head to head
About

GymBot

Features
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GymBot brings structure to your strength training and helps you stay in rhythm – all without an iPhone. So simple, so effective – yet more than just a basic timer. GymBot records your workouts in Apple Health and supports you in training professionally and achieving your goals. How it works: * GymBot runs completely independently on your Apple Watch. * The first time you launch it, GymBot will ask for access to Apple Health so your workouts can be saved there later. * In the settings, you can set the number of sets and the duration of the rest periods. * You can also set the duration of the sets. This is perfect for interval training, such as HIIT or Tabata. * Once the workout starts, you’ll see the workout duration, the current set, and your heart rate. * If you haven’t set a duration for the sets, you’ll start each rest period manually by tapping the watch. You end your workout by tapping the watch again after the last set. If you’ve set a duration for the sets, GymBot handles everything automatically for you. * GymBot alerts you with a vibration when it’s time to take a break or start the next set. * Your workout is recorded in Apple Health, so you can see when and how long you worked out at any time. You stay in the flow and avoid unnecessary breaks. You do the work - GymBot makes sure it counts.

About

TempoReps

This app helps you structure and time your strength or HIIT workouts. Set custom tempos for each rep, manage rest periods, and choose from various workout formats like EMOM and Tabata. Save and share your routines for future sessions.

Highlights
  • Custom rep tempo setting
  • Multiple workout formats (EMOM, Tabata, AMRAP)
  • Set and rest timer
  • Save and share custom workouts
  • Workout history and statistics (Pro)
  • Apple Health integration (Pro)
Features
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TempoReps paces every rep and runs the blocks of your strength or HIIT workout in order. Lower for 3 seconds. Lift for 2. With TEMPO, set all 4 movement phases, your sets and your reps. Follow the current phase on screen and let the timer count your rest between sets. • TEMPO: follow a 3-0-2-0 rep or set your own pace. • MIX: run an EMOM followed by Tabata in one circuit. • EMOM, TABATA, AMRAP and For Time: pick your workout format. • Rest, Stopwatch and Mirror: time a break, an effort or a rest matched to your effort. • Name your workouts and reuse their settings next session. • Share a workout by link or file. Preview received settings and open the timer without adding it to your saved library. The free version includes two saved configurations across all eight configurable modes, MIX circuits with up to two blocks, and the last seven days of workout history. Stopwatch has no configuration to save. All nine modes and the Apple Watch app remain free, without a session limit, account or ads. Pro includes up to 20 saved configurations, unlimited MIX blocks, full workout history, statistics and training streaks with one rest day allowed. Set reminders for a saved timer and optionally save workouts to Apple Health after granting permission. Previously acquired access is preserved. Health integration is optional and can be disabled in the app. Records already saved remain in Apple Health until you delete them there. Your workouts stay on your device. TempoReps does not use third-party analytics SDKs. Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://bnjdpn.com/TempoReps/en-US/privacy.html Pro offers an annual subscription, a monthly subscription or a one-time Lifetime purchase. Prices in your currency appear in the In-App Purchases section of this page and on the Pro screen in the app. Subscriptions renew automatically unless cancelled at least 24 hours before the period ends. Manage them in your Apple Account settings.

Screenshots

TempoReps4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: TempoReps at Free against GymBot's $1.99. TempoReps also leads on update cadence (every 3 days vs every 2 weeks). GymBot's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 3). On ads, device support and iOS requirement 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

TempoReps is free to download; GymBot costs $1.99 up front. TempoReps sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. GymBot asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

GymBot ships an update every 2 weeks, TempoReps every 3 days. The most recent releases landed on November 5, 2026 and November 11, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
GymBot versus TempoReps: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterGymBotTempoReps
Price$1.99Free — better
Rating—4.2 (5 ratings) — better
Positive reviews—66.7% of reviews
Number of ratings—5 — better
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeksEvery 3 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
Monetization—Freemium
DevicesiPhone, Apple WatchiPhone, iPad, Apple Watch — better
Requires iOS17.0 — better18.0
Further details — not scored
Size2 MB13 MB
Age rating12+4+
DeveloperRICO MARQUARDTBenjamin Dupin

In-app purchases

None

GymBot

No in-app purchases

3 purchases

TempoReps

Subscriptions2
  • TempoReps Pro Monthly$2.991 Month
  • TempoReps Pro Annual7 Days trial$12.991 Year
One-time1
  • TempoReps Pro Lifetime$29.99

Questions

Is GymBot free?
GymBot costs $1.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is TempoReps free?
TempoReps is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do GymBot or TempoReps have ads?
Neither GymBot nor TempoReps shows ads.
Which is updated more often, GymBot or TempoReps?
GymBot ships an update every 2 weeks, and TempoReps every 3 days. Most recently, GymBot was updated on November 5, 2026 and TempoReps on November 11, 2026.

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