Burpee Counter vs Murphy
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side ā with what reviewers say about each.
Burpee Counter
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Burpee Counter uses your smartphone camera to recognize your posture in real time and automatically count burpee repetitions accurately. You can focus entirely on your workout without manually tracking reps or watching the screen. All workout results are automatically saved, allowing you to review your performance by day and session. You can also adjust difficulty levels to match your fitness level, making the app suitable for both beginners and advanced users. Whether you are training at home or managing a structured fitness routine, Burpee Counter helps you work out smarter and more efficiently. Key Features Camera-based burpee motion recognition Accurate automatic repetition counting Workout history and performance tracking Adjustable difficulty levels Hands-free, focused workout experience
Murphy
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Murphy is a purpose-built timer for the Murph Hero WOD ā the CrossFit benchmark honoring U.S. Navy SEAL Lt. Michael P. Murphy. THE WORKOUT 1 mile run Ā· 100 pull-ups Ā· 200 push-ups Ā· 300 air squats Ā· 1 mile run. Traditionally performed on Memorial Day. WHAT MURPHY DOES ⢠Times every section with millisecond precision and stores a split per exercise ⢠Tracks 11 variations ā original unbroken, Cindy, Double Cindy, two strategic splits (Split Push-Ups, Front-Loaded Squats), and six round counts (2, 4, 5, 25, 50, 100). Every variation totals 100 / 200 / 300 reps ā no shortcuts. ⢠Logs weighted vest sessions ā 14 lb, 20 lb, or custom ⢠Auto-syncs every finished workout across iPhone, iPad, Mac, and Apple Watch via iCloud APPLE WATCH ⢠Standalone watch app ā start, work, and finish without your phone ⢠Full Activity Rings credit (cross-training workout, live heart rate + calories) ⢠GPS distance tracking during the two mile runs, with hero distance display ⢠3-2-1 countdown and a Now Playing pane so you can control your music mid-set ⢠Cancel button always within reach HISTORY + PERSONAL RECORDS ⢠Every session saved ā date, total time, vest weight, per-section splits ⢠Personal best tracked across all variations, since the total work is identical ⢠Compare your current run to your previous attempt and your PR, live, on the post-workout screen SHAREABLE RESULT CARD A 1080Ć1080 image built for Instagram and the group chat: ⢠Four background options ā white, black, Old Glory blue, Old Glory red ⢠Hero finish time, vest weight, total mileage ⢠Per-section splits, comparison row (vs. previous + vs. PB), "NEW PB" badge when you crush it PRIVACY Murphy is local-first. Workout data lives in your private iCloud database ā never on a third-party server. HealthKit data stays on your device. No accounts, no tracking, no ads. TIP JAR Murphy is free with no paywalls. If it helped you survive Memorial Day, there's an optional tip jar inside. IN MEMORY Lt. Michael P. Murphy ā June 28, 2005. Never forget.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Burpee Counter at none against Murphy's 3. Burpee Counter also leads on iOS requirement (15.6 vs 26.0). Murphy's advantage is ads (none vs shown). On price and device support there is nothing between them.
Scored on Price Ā· Rating Ā· Positive reviews Ā· Number of ratings Ā· Update frequency Ā· Ads Ā· In-app purchases Ā· Monetization Ā· Best chart rank Ā· Devices Ā· Requires iOS
Both are free to download. Murphy sells 3 one-off in-app purchases. Burpee Counter asks for nothing beyond the download.
| Parameter | Burpee Counter | Murphy |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | Every 6 weeks | ā |
| Ads | Yes | No ā better |
| In-app purchases | No ā better | Yes |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch ā better |
| Requires iOS | 15.6 ā better | 26.0 |
| Further details ā not scored | ||
| Size | 112 MB | 19 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Cheon Sam Yeol | Bailey Jennings |
In-app purchases
Burpee Counter
No in-app purchases
Murphy
- Pull-Up Tip$0.99
- Push-Up Tip$2.99
- Squat Tip$4.99
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