Comparison

Rounds vs Hard Workout Radio

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

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About

Rounds

Features
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The Ultimate Interval Timer for Your Workouts Rounds is the perfect interval timer for HIIT, Tabata, boxing, CrossFit, circuit training, and any workout that requires precise timing. Whether you're a beginner or an elite athlete, Rounds keeps you focused and on track. Why Choose Rounds? - Easy to set up and start instantly - Crystal clear visual and audio cues - Works with your music in the background - Customizable for any workout style - Clean, distraction-free interface - No account required - just train Perfect For: - HIIT and high-intensity interval training - Tabata workouts and protocols - Boxing and kickboxing rounds - CrossFit WODs and AMRAP sessions - Circuit training routines - Running intervals and sprints - Bodyweight and calisthenics workouts - Bootcamp and group fitness classes - Stretching and yoga flows - Any workout requiring timed intervals Key Features: - Quick Setup Create your workout in seconds. Set work time, rest time, number of rounds, and you're ready to go. No complicated menus or unnecessary steps. - Visual Countdown Large, easy-to-read timer display that you can see across the room. Perfect for group workouts or training in your garage. - Custom Workouts Build completely custom interval routines. Mix different work and rest periods, add warm-up and cool-down phases, create complex training circuits. - Background Mode Keep Rounds running in the background while you use other apps or lock your screen. Audio cues continue playing so you never miss an interval. - Color Coding Work intervals and rest periods display in different colors. Quickly identify what phase you're in with just a glance. - Save Your Workouts Create and save unlimited custom workouts. Quick access to your favorite routines means less setup time and more training time. Who Uses Rounds? - CrossFit athletes and coaches - Boxing and martial arts practitioners - Personal trainers and fitness instructors - Home workout enthusiasts - Running and cycling athletes - Yoga and Pilates instructors - Bootcamp and group fitness leaders - Anyone serious about interval training Training Protocols Made Easy: - Tabata Training The classic 20 seconds on, 10 seconds off protocol. Eight rounds of maximum intensity for incredible results in just four minutes. - HIIT Workouts High-intensity interval training with customizable work-to-rest ratios. Perfect for fat burning and cardiovascular conditioning. - Boxing Rounds Traditional boxing timer with round and rest periods. Add warning bells and get ready cues just like in the gym. - Circuit Training Create multi-exercise circuits with different timing for each station. Perfect for full-body workouts and strength circuits. - EMOM Training Every Minute On the Minute workouts where you perform an exercise at the start of each minute and rest for the remainder. How It Works: 1. Choose a preset or create custom intervals 2. Set your work time, rest time, and rounds 3. Add warm-up and cool-down if desired 4. Press start and begin training 5. Follow audio and visual cues Train Smarter with Rounds Stop fumbling with complicated timer apps during your workout. Rounds is designed by athletes for athletes. Simple, powerful, and reliable. Whether you're doing a quick Tabata session, training for a fight, crushing a CrossFit WOD, or leading a group class, Rounds has you covered. Start Training Today Download Rounds now and take your interval training to the next level. Join thousands of athletes who train smarter with the best interval timer app. Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

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Hard Workout Radio

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Hard Workout Radio – your ultimate workout music companion! 24/7 NON-STOP WORKOUT MUSIC Stream high-energy beats around the clock. Hard Workout Radio delivers non-stop music specifically curated for intense workouts, weightlifting, running, and fitness training. WORKOUT MODE Track your training sessions with a built-in workout timer. Stay motivated with rotating slogans like "Push Harder", "No Excuses", and "Beast Mode". Use the rest timer between sets to optimize your recovery. HIIT TIMER Built-in High-Intensity Interval Training timer with customizable work periods, rest periods, and rounds. Perfect for circuit training, Tabata, and any interval-based workout. WORKOUT STATISTICS Track your progress with detailed workout statistics. View your training history and monitor your consistency with weekly charts. MULTIPLE THEMES Choose from stunning visual themes including Lava, Steel, and Inferno to match your workout intensity. 28 LANGUAGES Available in 28 languages so you can train in your preferred language. HOME SCREEN WIDGET Quick access to playback controls right from your home screen. PREMIUM Go ad-free with an optional premium subscription. FEATURES: • 24/7 live workout radio streaming • Workout session tracker with motivational slogans • HIIT interval timer (work/rest/rounds) • Rest timer between sets • Workout statistics and history • 3 visual themes (Lava, Steel, Inferno) • Home screen widget • 28 languages supported • Background playback • Song title display Download Hard Workout Radio now and take your training to the next level! Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

Rounds4 screens
Hard Workout Radio4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: Rounds at none against Hard Workout Radio's shown. Rounds also leads on iOS requirement (15.1 vs 17.0). On price, in-app purchases 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

CostPrice Ā· In-app purchases Ā· Ads Ā· Monetization

Both are free to download. Rounds sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days and Hard Workout Radio sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $0.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Scorecard2 real differences Ā· 3 level
Rounds versus Hard Workout Radio: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterRoundsHard Workout Radio
PriceFreeFree
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.1 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size44 MB36 MB
Age rating4+17+
DeveloperManoj AhirwarSROMLINE

In-app purchases

4 purchases

Rounds

Subscriptions2
  • Workout App - Weekly Subscription$2.997 Days
  • Workout App - Yearly Subscription$9.991 Year
One-time2
  • Workout Interval - Lifetime Deal$12.99
  • Workout Interval - Lifetime Access$19.99
1 purchases

Hard Workout Radio

Subscriptions1
  • Premium Monthly$0.991 Month

Questions

Is Rounds free?
Rounds is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Hard Workout Radio free?
Hard Workout Radio is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Rounds or Hard Workout Radio have ads?
Hard Workout Radio shows ads; Rounds does not.

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