Pilates Timer vs Cadence
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Pilates Timer
This app provides a hands-free interval timer for mat Pilates and floor workouts, utilizing Apple Watch for haptic alerts and workout control. It offers pre-built routines and the ability to create custom, named intervals for a focused practice.
- Hands-free workouts on Apple Watch
- Haptic alerts for interval transitions
- Pre-built classic Pilates routines
- Customizable named intervals
- Workout history tracking
- Routine sharing via AirDrop/Messages
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Stay focused on your form, not your phone. Pilates Timer is a simple, elegant interval timer designed specifically for mat Pilates and floor workouts. Run your workouts from Apple Watch with haptic alerts—you'll always know when to transition without breaking your flow. REQUIRES APPLE WATCH This app is designed to be used with Apple Watch. Create and manage routines on your iPhone, then run hands-free workouts from your wrist. The Watch app delivers haptic alerts so you can focus entirely on your practice. KEY FEATURES • Hands-Free Workouts on Apple Watch Start workouts directly from your wrist. Large countdown display shows the current exercise name, and haptic taps alert you before each transition—no need to look at any screen. • Pre-Built Routines Start immediately with 6 classic Pilates routines: Classical Mat, Reformer-Inspired, Athletic Mat, Flow & Stretch, Core + Mobility, and Power Mat. • Custom Intervals Build your own routines with named intervals. "Pelvic Curl" for 4 minutes, "Rolling Like a Ball" for 3 minutes—you name it. • 10-Second Haptic Warning Feel a gentle tap on your wrist before each interval ends. Finish your reps and prepare for the next exercise without watching the clock. • iCloud Sync Your routines sync automatically between iPhone and Apple Watch. • Share Routines Send your favorite routines to friends, students, or clients via AirDrop, Messages, or any sharing method. • Workout History Track completed sessions and see your progress over time. DESIGNED FOR PILATES Unlike generic interval timers, Pilates Timer understands your workout. Named intervals mean you see "Single Leg Circle" on your watch—not just a number. The dark interface won't distract during practice, and the screen stays awake so you never miss a cue. Whether you're a Pilates instructor timing classes or a practitioner flowing through mat sequences at home, Pilates Timer keeps you moving.
Cadence
This app helps movement instructors lead classes hands-free by syncing class timing, sequences, and cues to their Apple Watch. Build custom routines with detailed notes and transitions, and deliver polished sessions without needing to check your phone.
- Hands-free class leading
- Apple Watch sync
- Custom routine builder
- At-a-glance timing
- Tactile haptic cues
- Custom form prompts
- Offline class execution
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Teach beautifully. Hands-free. Cadence is the intuitive routine builder and wrist companion designed for Pilates, Yoga, Barre, and movement instructors who want to lead uninterrupted, captivating classes. Never break eye contact with your students to check notes on your phone or paper again. Cadence keeps your class timing, sequence, and form cues seamlessly synced to your Apple Watch giving you complete freedom to move, correct form, and hold space for your studio. **CRAFTED FOR BOUTIQUE MOVEMENT TEACHERS** Whether you're guiding a 45-minute Reformer Flow, a high-intensity Mat Pilates session, or a restorative Yin Yoga class, Cadence transforms how you prepare and present your routines. **Designed for Your Wrist** - At-a-Glance Timing: High-contrast, elegant countdown timer built for quick glances while teaching. - Tactile Haptic Cues: Gentle vibrations notify you when it’s time to transition to the next step—no alarms or audible beeps. - Custom Form Prompts: Display key cues, breathwork reminders, or spring setup notes directly on your Apple Watch display. **Intuitive Routine Builder** - Fluid Flow Assembly: Craft custom classes step-by-step with tailored durations, transition intervals, and precise teaching notes. - Visual Intensity Flow: See your class build and cool down through an elegant intensity visualization. - Flexible Library: Organize your routines into distinct collections—Private Sessions, Studio Flows, Mat, Reformer, or Quick Practices. **Seamless Apple Watch Sync** - Instant Syncing: One tap sends your full routine directly to your wrist. - Offline Independence: Once synced, run your entire class offline from your Apple Watch—no phone needed in the room. **Your Studio, Your Aesthetic** - Editorial Aesthetics: Beautiful, minimal interface inspired by high-end wellness studios. - Curated Color Themes: Customize your app experience with calm, organic palettes including Sage, Lagoon, Blush, Clay, and Midnight Sculpt. **WHO IS CADENCE FOR?** - Pilates Instructors: Keep track of spring changes, footwork counts, and transitional flow without touching a screen. - Yoga Teachers: Guide breath rhythms, pose holds, and peak sequences with quiet confidence. - Barre & Fitness Guides: Stay on top of precise interval timing while maintaining high energy with your class. - Movement Coaches: Deliver polished, elevated private and group sessions effortlessly. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://cadencetimer.ai/privacy
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Verdict
The clearest difference is price: Cadence at Free against Pilates Timer's $5.99. Cadence also leads on update cadence (fortnightly vs every 3 months). Pilates Timer's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 1). On rating, ratings volume, ads 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
Cadence is free to download; Pilates Timer costs $5.99 up front. Cadence sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $9.99 per month. Pilates Timer asks for nothing beyond the download.
On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 5.0 for Pilates Timer against 5.0 for Cadence. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 1 and 1 respectively.
Pilates Timer ships an update every 3 months, Cadence fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on October 2, 2026 and September 21, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Pilates Timer | Cadence |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $5.99 | Free — better |
| Rating | 5.0 (1 ratings) | 5.0 (1 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 50.0% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 1 | 1 |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | Fortnightly — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | Paid | Freemium — better |
| Devices | iPhone, Apple Watch | iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch — better |
| Requires iOS | 17.6 | 17.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 6 MB | 4 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Kevin Tang | True AI Ventures |
Customer experience
Pilates Timer
Cadence
In-app purchases
Pilates Timer
No in-app purchases
Cadence
- Cadence Pro7 Days trial$9.991 Month







