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- Free to download
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- Health & Fitness
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Ratings & reviews
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3/5Good tracking, but could be a better workout tool
I’ve been using SmartRow with my WaterRower for a few months now, and overall it’s a solid app for tracking rowing performance and dedicated workouts. The metrics are helpful, and it’s great to have rowing data seamlessly integrated with the machine. That said, there are a few areas where the app feels limiting- especially if you’re doing something beyond a steady-state row, like interval training or using the rower as part of a circuit workout. At the moment, I find myself relying on a separate timer app (SecondsPro) to fill in the gaps. Here are a few specific improvements that could really enhance the experience: 1. No audible cues during workouts Without sound prompts, I have to constantly look at my phone to know when an interval changes. Adding audible signals (for interval transitions, countdowns, or stroke-rate targets) would make the app far more user-friendly. 2. Custom workouts are cumbersome to build The process of setting up intervals is clunky. It would be so much easier if there were options to copy/duplicate individual intervals - or even whole workouts - rather than having to rebuild them from scratch. 3. Custom workouts don’t stay in order The fact that custom workouts reorder themselves makes it confusing to find the one I want quickly. Having the ability to manually sort or keep workouts in a saved order would fix this. SmartRow has great potential, but addressing these small usability issues would make it not just a solid tracking app, but a much more powerful training tool - especially for people who use rowing in different workout formats.
Elizabeth Sherman 🌟 · 6 Aug 2026
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5/5Smart is an understatement
SmartRow elevates the WaterRower experience with its power meter's ability to accurately show pace and watts along with the force curve for each stroke as opposed to the WaterRower's S4 computer which overestimates the pace by around 10% and does not log workouts. Instead, SmartRow tracks my workout data and pushes it to Apple Health and Strava. I use it with my Apple Watch to see my heart rate and gauge my zones during workouts. The only lacking bit of the software for me is that you cannot create interval workouts that are distance-based, but that feature is apparently under development for iOS. As for accuracy, I'm pulling the same pace/watts at home with the SmartRow device/app on the WaterRower as I do in the gym on a Concept2. The aesthetics and minimal noise from the WaterRower are why I have it at my "home gym" aka living room and SmartRow keeps me on top of my goals by giving me precise data of all my workouts.
formerlyknownas_ · 6 Aug 2026
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4/5Great app for WaterRower owners.
Admittedly this app doesn’t have all the features I wanted, but I have a feeling they’re coming. Things that are good... lots of rowing details, things that will help me become a better tower. I rely on Apple health a lot, so I’m glad it shares “workouts” with Apple health. The strava integration is great, and the integration with my polar H10 chest sensor is good too. I am coming to this app from polar beat, so there’s a few things on my wish list that I hope they include soon, like complete heart rate stats, and a split for fat burning vs aerobic fitness. My only concern is that the calories burned during exercise seems to differ from polar beat by about 25%, which is a considerable difference. Looking forward to the updates. 4 star rating reflects the missing features that would make it perfect for me. But to be clear, what is already included is fantastic!
TonyMoroney69 · 6 Aug 2026
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3/5Community Features Are Non-Existent
For a $275 Waterrower add-on I would expect this app to be a 5++ star. The features are fine enough in the since that it tracks most functions of rowing. While it connects to Strava it doesn’t have any “community” aspects to it to showcase and compare your rowing with others on the app. A large draw of C2, Peloton, etc. is being able to compete against previous workouts, others doing the same workout, and having loaded workouts to follow beyond time or distance. I would expect integration with the rest of the SmartRow community to vastly improve soon!
TMPoland · 6 Aug 2026
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5/5Smarter row
This app and he Smart Row technology are impressive, however it’s not quite there yet. Perhaps a good metaphor would be having a spreadsheet program, with no user manual, an functions that don’t always work. Starting out, the installation was a challenge, working from a combination the video and the written instructions. There are critical elements in the process, that probably seemed obvious to the designers, bu t certainly not to me. Still eventually I figured it out. I have an iPhone and an Apple Watch. When the watch is working and I can see the bpm it’s great feed back. But it rarely works, yeah I know it’s in beta. For a while I was getting color coded hearts, but know clue what the colors represented. There didn’t seem to be a pattern. There are other elements to that screen I can’t interpret. I’ve looked through the faqs but still don’t get it. I can see that there is a lot of data being generated in general, but I can’t make it meaningful. Nevertheless you still get 5 stars from me. 1st it’s changed my WaterRower into an exercise machine rather than an odd piece of furniture that did not interface with modern technology though beautifully designed. 2nd because you have integrated with Apple Health, making it meaningful for being useful information in my attempt to stay alive. I appreciate your work, and look forward to seeing the bugs fixed. Hopefully you’ll run into a writer that can communicate with people not as smart as you are. You might introduce her to WaterRower.
7cupswalker · 6 Aug 2026
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Versions
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3.0.2
In this version we made improvements in the profile settings, solved several issues in the summaries (when not logged in) and improved the installation manual. We are currently building new features as we want to show rowing video's while doing a workout. We'll keep you updated! If you have any questions, improvements or other suggestions mail us @ [email protected].
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3.0.3
In this version we made sure the app is ready for the new iOS 13 release. We are currently building new features as we want to show rowing video's while doing a workout. We'll keep you updated! If you have any questions, improvements or other suggestions mail us @ [email protected].
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3.0.4
We fixed some bugs in connecting the SmartRow. In the next version we will add new features we have been working on!
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3.0.5
We rolled up our sleeves, and developed a nice set of 30 interval workouts, that many of you asked for! A button 'workouts' at the bottom-part of the screen brings you to: • 10 beginner workouts • 10 intermediate workouts, and • 10 advanced workouts You can pick any workout and use it as a template to change the name / text / color / time and the number of sets to suit all your requirements. Such a workout will automatically appear under 'your workouts' and stored on your device, only. Other than that, we have made Apple Health improvements, and worked hard on the Apple Watch integration. Stay tuned, as we are already testing radical new SmartRow features!
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3.0.6
We improved syncing games. In the next version we will add new features we have been working on!
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3.0.7
Improvements in energy and memory management, which fixes stability issues on longer workouts.
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3.0.8
Fixed saving longer workouts. Improvements in syncing to Apple Health. Pace boat difference every 100m is restored.
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3.0.9
Minor improvements for the pace boat feature during a workout.
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3.1.0
Improvements in memory management.
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4.0.0
This new release allows you to participate in races from the comfort of your home! Under the tab "races" you can choose: - "Daily row" where you can race against the race of other SmartRow-users over the last 24 hours. - "Matchmaking" enables a race against equally skilled opponents, that the app selects for you. - "Row with a friend" gives you the possibility to either create - or participate in - a live race. - "Beat my personal best" enables you to race against your own best race for the distance selected. This SmartRow-release is also optimized for 'split-screen'-features on iPads. Now you can row and watch for instance YouTube / TV / Spotify / Zoom at the same time! In January we will release the new website (www.smartrow.fit). Here, SmartRow users can compare their results in multiple rankings. Your workout-data is available online, and can be accessed from any device. This web portal also allows you to analyze your progress and download your files in different formats. You can import these files into your Garmin / Training Peaks environment or analyze your results in Excel. We will continue improving the SmartRow app and serve the community. Feel free to send us your comments. Your feedback is very valuable to us!
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4.0.1
• Performance enhancements • Added links to online leaderboards and data export options • Updated Strava pairing
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4.0.2
Several improvements in caching and pace boat visualisation
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4.0.3
Minor interface improvements
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4.0.4
We did some minor tweaks on the insights screen, changed the login flow and prepared the app for localization.
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4.0.5
Improved connectivity with SmartRow device
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4.0.6
This new app release allows you to connect to other apps; Kinomap, EXR or Zwift while using the SmartRow powermeter! You are able to broadcast the SmartRow data via Bluetooth to these third party apps. In close cooperation with the developers of the apps mentioned, we optimized the connection and the 'realtime'-experience during a workout. We expect to connect to more third party apps in the future. In this release we also slightly changed the presentation of the force-curve; the curve of the previous stroke remains visible during the next stroke. This feature will be helpful to improve your rowing technique even further. We'd love to hear your comments, ideas for improvements, requirements etc. Please contact us at [email protected] for a quick response.
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4.1.1
This new app release allows you to connect to other apps; Kinomap, EXR or Zwift while using the SmartRow powermeter! You are able to broadcast the SmartRow data via Bluetooth to these third party apps. In close cooperation with the developers of the apps mentioned, we optimized the connection and the 'realtime'-experience during a workout. We expect to connect to more third party apps in the future. In this release we also slightly changed the presentation of the force-curve; the curve of the previous stroke remains visible during the next stroke. This feature will be helpful to improve your rowing technique even further. We'd love to hear your comments, ideas for improvements, requirements etc. Please contact us at [email protected] for a quick response.
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4.1.2
This new app release allows you to connect to other apps; Kinomap, EXR or Zwift while using the SmartRow powermeter! You are able to broadcast the SmartRow data via Bluetooth to these third party apps. In close cooperation with the developers of the apps mentioned, we optimized the connection and the 'realtime'-experience during a workout. We expect to connect to more third party apps in the future. In this release we also slightly changed the presentation of the force-curve; the curve of the previous stroke remains visible during the next stroke. This feature will be helpful to improve your rowing technique even further. In this release we also fixed the statistic in the insight tab and we updated the paceboat logic. We'd love to hear your comments, ideas for improvements, requirements etc. Please contact us at [email protected] for a quick response.
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4.1.3
In this version we've added support for broadcasting to BitGym and Regatta.
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4.3.1
In our latest app update, we're excited to introduce some great enhancements to elevate your fitness experience: • Broadcast to ImersU & Holofit: You can now seamlessly broadcast your content to ImersU and Holofit platforms. • Enhanced Accessibility: We've made significant improvements to provide an optimized workout experience for users who are blind or visually impaired. • Customizable First Day of the Week: Choose your preferred first day of the week (Monday or Sunday) to personalize the app according to your scheduling preferences. These updates are designed to make your fitness journey more inclusive, reliable, and tailored to your needs. Stay tuned for more exciting features in the future.
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4.3.2
Improvement in syncing data
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4.3.3
- App can be used in horizontal mode - Added Ergzone broadcast connection - App prepared for new SmartRow Power Handle
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4.4.1
New Update – More Ways to Elevate Your Workout! We’re bringing you exciting new features to enhance your workout experience: • Landscape Mode: Use the app in horizontal mode for a more flexible and immersive view. • ErgZone Broadcast: Seamlessly connect and broadcast your workouts to ErgZone. • SmartRow Power Handle Ready: The app is now prepared to support the upcoming SmartRow Power Handle. These updates are designed to give you more control, better connectivity, and a smoother fitness journey. Stay tuned—more improvements are on the way!
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4.4.2
Updated outdated links
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5.0.0
· 19 Nov 2025
These updates are designed to give you more control, better connectivity, and a smoother fitness journey. Stay tuned, more improvements are on the way! We are excited to share something special! We have created brand-new live training videos, made by our own team, designed especially for everyone who loves the feeling of rowing outdoors. You will find a variety of interval sessions led by different trainers, perfect for keeping your workouts fresh and motivating. Let us know what you think. Your feedback helps us make SmartRow even better every day. And here is a sneak peek: our next big update will introduce a completely redesigned interval training feature, where you will be able to create custom intervals based on distance, time, calories, or stroke count. Stay tuned, and keep rowing strong!
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- 6 Aug 2026
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