Comparison

Strenos vs GymTimer

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

Head to head
About

Strenos

Features
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A training log for lifters: barbell, weighted calisthenics and metcons in one app. Strenos works out today's weight, runs multi-week programs and shows whether your numbers move. HYBRID SESSIONS Heavy sets, EMOM, AMRAP, Tabata, circuits and intervals in one workout. The logger takes weight, reps, RPE and effort per set, marks warm-up, working and drop sets, keeps notes and runs supersets in rounds. Timed blocks run full screen, and a finisher can be added mid-session. FIVE STRENGTH PROGRAMS 5/3/1, nSuns, GZCLP, Texas Method and Smolov Jr. Each runs by its own math: the working max, the week or the session queue, and the set that decides the next weight. Enter your max once and every session arrives with exact weight, sets and reps. Per program: working weight trajectory, what your plus sets proved against the max in force, the heavy day test, plan adherence, load risk by ACWR, recovery rhythm, a projection at your pace. At the end a report: what grew, what it cost, tonnage by week, the best set. WHAT TO PUT ON THE BAR TODAY The exercise dossier gives weight, sets, reps and the reserve to keep, from your own history. Pick the prescription: Prilepin tables, a 5/3/1 wave, an RTS top set with backoff sets, DUP undulation. It builds the warm-up ramp and explains the choice in plain words: barbell, weighted pull-ups and dips, holds, zone work. A coaching layer names your cycle phase, flags a lift flat for weeks and keeps a weekly plan per muscle group. The 1RM calculator adds Epley, Brzycki, Lander and a streetlifting formula that counts bodyweight for pull-ups and dips. Every percentage zone comes with the weight to load, and its warm-up pyramid copies into your workout. HYBRID SESSIONS Heavy sets, EMOM, AMRAP, Tabata, circuits and intervals in one workout. The logger takes weight, reps, RPE and effort per set, marks warm-up, working and drop sets, keeps notes and runs supersets in rounds. Timed blocks run full screen, and a finisher can be added mid-session. RECORDS THAT KNOW THEIR TYPE Rep maxes (1RM, 3RM, 5RM, any rep count), max reps at a given weight, timed holds, your own measures. A logged set lands in the right record by rule: up to five reps it is a rep max, above that it is max reps at that weight. Attach a video, the file stays in your own iCloud. READINESS, CNS AND BODY A readiness score from seven factors: recovery, ACWR load ratio, sleep quality, monotony, load trend, training density and CNS reserve. It says when to chase a PR, when to hold and when to back off, and every factor opens with the research behind it. A form index holds the long line in one number. Bodyweight, measurements and lifting proportions (waist to height, waist to hip, shoulders to waist) with BMI and CSV export. Sleep and hydration feed readiness, Apple Health exchanges profile, heart rate and calories. PROGRESS, UNITS AND DATA Keep the progress cards you need: tonnage, duration, RPE, effort, heart rate, calories, rounds, work to rest, tonnage per muscle group, plus weight and time under load per lift. Kilograms or pounds, and the smallest plate in your gym drives every number: the bar moves by two plates, a belt by one. Everything syncs through your own iCloud, backup includes record videos, and it works offline. FREE AND PLUS Free forever: strength workouts, full history, all timers, Apple Watch, records, body measurements, the 1RM calculator, sharing, sync, widgets, weekly and monthly charts. Plus removes the counters: metcon and hybrid launches, every week of a program, year and all-time charts, the readiness breakdown, the dossier, per-exercise stats, record videos. Strenos Plus is monthly, yearly or a one-time Lifetime purchase. Subscriptions renew unless cancelled at least 24 hours before the period ends. Terms: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy: https://artyomsbr.github.io/strenos-privacy/

About

GymTimer

Create and follow custom interval workouts for HIIT, Tabata, and circuits. Track progress, set goals, and earn rewards. Personalize your timer and sync data across devices with an optional subscription.

Highlights
  • Customizable work/rest intervals
  • Full-screen clear timer display
  • Workout history and progress tracking
  • Daily workout goals and streaks
  • Workout favorites and reminders
  • Cloud sync with Crystal ID
Features
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Build custom HIIT, Tabata and circuit workouts with a clear interval timer made for training. Control preparation, work, rest, exercises, rounds and round resets so every session stays on track. BUILD YOUR WORKOUT Add a preparation countdown, set work and rest times, choose exercises and rounds, and add a round reset between rounds. The redesigned Home screen shows your whole workout and its total duration at a glance. Save favorite setups so your next session is ready in seconds, with every setting shown on each favorite card. TRAIN WITH FOCUS The timer screen fits your device, keeping the countdown large and clear. Turn tick sounds on or off to train the way you like. CREATE A ROUTINE Schedule favorite workouts for the days and times that suit you. Smart reminders help you stay consistent. SEE YOUR PROGRESS Review workout history, active days, streaks, trophies, and awards. Set a daily activity goal and see how each session moves you forward. MAKE IT YOURS Choose themes, timer styles, sounds, week settings, and avatars. Optional cloud sync keeps supported data available across your devices. Some features require a Pro subscription. Terms of Use: https://crystalinteractiveentertainment.com/terms Privacy Policy: https://crystalinteractiveentertainment.com/privacy

Screenshots

Strenos4 screens
GymTimer4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: Strenos at none against GymTimer's shown. On price, update cadence, in-app purchases 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. Strenos sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $7.99 per month and GymTimer sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Strenos ships an update weekly, GymTimer every 4 days. The most recent releases landed on October 13, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
Strenos versus GymTimer: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterStrenosGymTimer
PriceFreeFree
Rating—5.0 (2 ratings) — better
Positive reviews—100.0% of reviews
Number of ratings—2 — better
Update frequencyWeeklyEvery 4 days — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
Monetization—Free with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, Apple Watch — betteriPhone
Requires iOS18.017.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size38 MB78 MB
Age rating4+12+
DeveloperArtjoms SipiloCrystal Interactive Entertainment LLC

In-app purchases

3 purchases

Strenos

Subscriptions2
  • Strenos Plus - Monthly7 Days trial$7.991 Month
  • Strenos Plus - Yearly7 Days trial$39.991 Year
One-time1
  • Strenos Plus - One-Time Purchase$149.99
2 purchases

GymTimer

Subscriptions2
  • Monthly$4.991 Month
  • Yearly3 Days trial$19.991 Year

Questions

Is Strenos free?
Strenos is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is GymTimer free?
GymTimer is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Strenos or GymTimer have ads?
GymTimer shows ads; Strenos does not.
Which is updated more often, Strenos or GymTimer?
Strenos ships an update weekly, and GymTimer every 4 days. Most recently, Strenos was updated on October 13, 2026 and GymTimer on October 24, 2026.

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