FreeWOD vs Brawnly
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side โ with what reviewers say about each.
FreeWOD
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FreeWOD is a local-first Functional Fitness and WOD tracker for athletes who want to log training without an account. Track WODs, lifting sessions, PRs, notes, timers, and training history directly on your device. No login. No ads. No forced cloud. Built for Functional Fitness FreeWOD works for garage gym training, HYROX prep, kettlebell work, calisthenics, lifting, conditioning, and custom workouts. Log For Time, AMRAP, EMOM, HYROX, chipper, and free-structure sessions in one simple workout tracker. WOD tracking - Log custom WODs - Save reusable workout templates - Track result, notes, RPE, intensity, timecap, and performance level - Use formats like For Time, AMRAP, EMOM, HYROX, and custom - Compare workout history over time Lifting and PR tracking - Log strength sessions with sets, reps, weight, unit, RPE, tempo, and pause work - Track PRs from your training history - Use it as a simple lifting log, gym log, strength tracker, or garage gym notebook Training history that stays yours - Browse WODs, lifting sessions, PRs, notes, and stats - Keep your training data local on your device - Export and import JSON backups when you choose - No account, no backend, no analytics tracking, and no ads Core tracking stays free FreeWOD 1.0.0 includes WOD tracking, custom workouts, lifting log, PR tracking, History, basic stats, streaks, settings, and JSON backup as part of the free core app. Future optional extras may include Pro features, premium themes, WOD packs, a home screen widget, and an Apple Watch companion. They are not required for the current core workout tracking experience. FreeWOD is built for training, not engagement. Your workout data belongs to you.
Brawnly
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Train with structure, stay focused in the gym, and keep your workout data private. Brawnly creates personalized strength-training plans, helps you log every session, and makes progress easy to review - even when you are offline. PERSONALIZED FOR YOUR ROUTINE Set up Brawnly around your goals, training experience, available equipment, physical limitations, and preferred schedule from 1 to 7 days per week. Your weekly plan and daily workout are prepared automatically, so you always know what is next. TRACK EVERY WORKOUT Record weight, repetitions, and sets as you train. Use the rest timer to stay on pace, or build reusable custom routines for sessions you want to repeat. FIND THE RIGHT EXERCISE Explore a large, localized exercise catalog with demonstration images plus muscle and equipment details. SEE YOUR PROGRESS Review workout history, training volume, streaks, charts, personal records, and body measurements in clear progress dashboards. PRIVATE AND READY OFFLINE Your workout data stays on your device, and the core Brawnly experience works without a network connection. MADE FOR YOUR SETUP - Connect with Apple Health through HealthKit. - Choose metric or imperial units. - Adapt training to the equipment you have available. Build your plan, log the work, and follow your progress with Brawnly. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: FreeWOD at none against Brawnly's 2. Brawnly's advantage is update cadence (daily vs every 10 days). On price, ads, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.
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Both are free to download. Brawnly sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. FreeWOD asks for nothing beyond the download.
FreeWOD ships an update every 10 days, Brawnly daily. The most recent releases landed on September 25, 2026 and September 14, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | FreeWOD | Brawnly |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | Every 10 days | Daily โ better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No โ better | Yes |
| Devices | iPhone | iPhone |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | 17.0 |
| Further details โ not scored | ||
| Size | 59 MB | 26 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Sebastian Baer | Dennis Donner |
In-app purchases
FreeWOD
No in-app purchases
Brawnly
- Brawnly Pro Monthly$4.991 Month
- Brawnly Pro Yearly$19.991 Year





