Comparison

SmartPose vs ROUNDS

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

Head to head
About

SmartPose

Features
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SmartPose is a collection of AI-based exercise games that use your device camera to turn movement into gameplay. Players perform physical actions to interact with different game scenarios, complete objectives, and progress through challenges. Each game focuses on different movement patterns, making sessions feel like interactive gameplay rather than traditional exercise.

About

ROUNDS

This app transforms shadow boxing into a convenient, equipment-free workout. It uses your phone's camera to track punches, count reps, and monitor pace, offering various training modes and progress tracking. Share your workout summaries and compete with friends.

Highlights
  • Real-time punch detection
  • Rep counting and pace tracking
  • Multiple training modes (Free Spar, Challenge, Reflex, etc.)
  • Workout session history and progress tracking
  • Shareable workout summaries and videos
  • Game Center integration for leaderboards
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ROUNDS turns your iPhone into a live punch counter and round timer for shadow boxing and conditioning. On-device camera tracking counts punches and supported movements while you train. No bag, wearable, or Apple Watch required. PUT YOUR PHONE DOWN. START BOXING. ROUNDS handles the timer, punch count, transitions, and spoken guidance so you can focus on the work. BUILT AROUND YOUR WEEK Tell ROUNDS your goal, experience, and how many nights you can train. You get a fight card with your rounds, training days, and a first milestone, plus optional reminders scheduled on your phone. TRAIN YOUR WAY • Start My Rounds: One tap starts your plan. No setup. • Free Spar: Boxing rounds with live punch counting, pace, round length, and rest. • Custom Session: Mix Free Spar, conditioning, Freestyle, and Rest blocks in any order with time or rep targets. Repeat for up to 24 rounds with a subscription. • Endurance: Keep punching and track total output and pace. • Repeat Workout: Start again with the exact setup from a past session. CONDITIONING Push-ups, Squats, Squat Jumps, Burpees, Jumping Jacks, Jump Rope, High Knees, Lateral Hops, and Butt Kicks are counted live by the camera. Freestyle and Rest are timed. REPLAYS AND AUTO-SAVE Recording is optional and off by default. Save a screen replay, with or without microphone audio. Turn on Auto-save to Photos and your result card and replay save the moment you finish. ROUNDS only asks to add to Photos. It cannot see your library. PUNCH GAMES Reflex, Spar Invaders, and Pad Strike add quick target-based rounds for fun and reactions. TRACK REAL PROGRESS • Session history and weekly attendance • Round-by-round punch output and boxing pace • Conditioning reps and work time • Comparisons between matching workouts • Result cards to save and share • Game Center rankings and friend challenges • Fight Night design in dark and light TRY ROUNDS Complete three Free Spar or Custom Sessions of up to three rounds before choosing a subscription. The practice round in onboarding doesn't count. Eligible users can start a free trial. Pricing, billing, and trial details are shown before purchase. PRIVACY BY DESIGN Pose analysis and punch detection happen on your device. No account required. ROUNDS does not collect camera footage, pose data, microphone content, or names for analytics. ACCURACY Counts are training estimates, not official scoring. Lighting, framing, angle, and speed affect accuracy. For best results, stand 6 to 8 feet back, keep your body visible, and use a simple background. Train in a clear space and stop if you feel pain or discomfort. Make every round count. Privacy Policy: https://www.wastedrabbits.com/products/rounds-shadow-boxing#privacy Terms of Use: https://www.wastedrabbits.com/products/rounds-shadow-boxing#terms

Screenshots

SmartPose4 screens
ROUNDS4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: SmartPose at none against ROUNDS's 2. SmartPose also leads on iOS requirement (15.0 vs 18.0). ROUNDS's advantage is update cadence (every 2 weeks vs monthly). On price, 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. ROUNDS sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month. SmartPose asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

SmartPose ships an update monthly, ROUNDS every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 19, 2026 and October 10, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 6 level
SmartPose versus ROUNDS: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSmartPoseROUNDS
PriceFreeFree
Rating—5.0 (5 ratings) — better
Number of ratings—5 — better
Update frequencyMonthlyEvery 2 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
Monetization—Free with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.0 — better18.0
Further details — not scored
Size539 MB24 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperBecure GmbHWasted Rabbits

In-app purchases

None

SmartPose

No in-app purchases

2 purchases

ROUNDS

Subscriptions2
  • Spar Pro3 Days trial$3.991 Month
  • Spar Pro3 Days trial$29.991 Year

Questions

Is SmartPose free?
SmartPose is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is ROUNDS free?
ROUNDS is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do SmartPose or ROUNDS have ads?
Neither SmartPose nor ROUNDS shows ads.
Which is updated more often, SmartPose or ROUNDS?
SmartPose ships an update monthly, and ROUNDS every 2 weeks. Most recently, SmartPose was updated on October 19, 2026 and ROUNDS on October 10, 2026.

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