Best Exercise Timer alternatives: apps like Exercise Timer: Interval Timer

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Updated October 2026

Exercise Timer is great, but it's not the only option. Explore 10+ similar apps for iPhone and iPad, each reviewed and rated by real users. Find free alternatives, premium upgrades, and hidden gems.

Top Alternatives to Exercise Timer

Seconds Interval Timer#1

Seconds Interval Timer by Runloop Ltd

Tabata, HIIT, Circuit Training
4.7😊(24K ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
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This app provides a versatile interval timer for various workout types like Tabata, HIIT, and circuit training. It features a clear, full-screen display, customizable alerts, and background operation. Users can also utilize a stopwatch and countdown timer, with integration for Apple Health.

What We Love

  • πŸš€ Great workout app
  • πŸ‘ Customizable and user-friendly
  • πŸ”’ Reliable and stable
  • πŸ’‘ Versatile for various workouts
  • πŸ‘ Easy to create and edit timers
  • πŸš€ Helpful voice prompts and alerts
  • πŸ‘ Integrates well with music
  • πŸ‘ Saves and organizes workouts

Room to Improve

  • πŸ› Occasional audio issues
  • πŸ” Limited Apple Watch integration
  • πŸ’° Paid version required for full functionality
  • πŸ•°οΈ Time-consuming to set up complex workouts
Next Up - Interval Timer#2

Next Up - Interval Timer by Alysha Kwok

Customizable interval timer
4.7(2.8K ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
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Create and customize interval timers with detailed options for reps, sets, colors, and sounds. Offers flexible display modes, quick actions for navigation, and background notifications. Organize timers with folders and choose between light and dark themes.

Interval Timer#3

Interval Timer by HIIT Apps Sp. z o.o.

Tabata, HIIT, Circuit Training
Worth Considering
πŸ’ͺ Health & Fitness
4.7😊(3.6K ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
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This app is a versatile interval timer designed for various training styles like Tabata and HIIT. It offers customizable workout parameters, voice guidance, and music ducking for an enhanced training experience. Save your custom workouts and track your progress.

What We Love

  • πŸ‘ Easy to use
  • πŸš€ Customizable workouts
  • πŸš€ Versatile and efficient
  • πŸš€ Helpful voice prompts
  • πŸ‘ Seamless music integration
  • πŸ‘ Great customer support

Room to Improve

  • πŸ› Bugs causing lost workouts
  • πŸ”‹ High battery consumption
  • πŸ’° Subscription-based model
  • πŸ”’ Forced free trial
  • πŸ› Timing issues with intervals

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Interval Timer β–‘ HIIT Timer
Interval Timer β–‘ HIIT Timer
Interval Timer β–‘ HIIT Timer
The simple workout timer.
Free

Create custom workout timers with adjustable intervals for exercise and rest. Track your progress with detailed history and statistics, and repeat past workouts easily. Enjoy audio cues without interrupting your music.

Customizable intervalsWorkout and rest timersVoice or beep guides
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5
Intervals Pro: HIIT Timer
Intervals Pro: HIIT Timer
Intervals Pro: HIIT Timer
Running & Fitness Workouts
Free

Create and follow custom interval training routines for various fitness activities. This app offers extensive customization for intervals, alerts, and goals, with seamless integration for Apple Watch and Apple Health.

Highly customizable intervals (time/distance)Spoken interval names and promptsStandalone Apple Watch workouts
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Interval Timer X Workout Timer
Interval Timer X Workout Timer
Interval Timer X Workout Timer
Tabata/HIIT/Yoga | Home & Gym
Free

This versatile timer helps you structure workouts, manage daily tasks, and achieve fitness goals. Customize routines, track progress with visual cues, and stay motivated with customizable sounds. Ideal for HIIT, Tabata, yoga, and more.

Customizable workout routinesStandalone interval timer/counterRoutine combination feature
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Interval Timer HIIT Workout
Interval Timer HIIT Workout
Interval Timer HIIT Workout
Custom HIIT & Tabata Timer
Free

Customize your HIIT and Tabata workouts with this versatile interval timer. Features AI voice cues from celebrity personalities, music integration, and Apple Health syncing. Track your progress and share routines with ease.

Customizable work/rest periodsAI voice cues from celebrity personalitiesMusic integration
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8
Tabata Timer β–‘
Tabata Timer β–‘
Tabata Timer β–‘
Simple tabata workout timer
Free

This app provides a straightforward and visually appealing timer for Tabata workouts. Easily customize workout intervals and rest periods by dragging elements. It offers audio guidance, background music support, and workout history tracking.

Customizable workout intervalsDrag-and-drop interfaceAudio guidance
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9
Interval Timer - Tabata Timer
Interval Timer - Tabata Timer
Interval Timer - Tabata Timer
Multiple timers for fitness
Free

This app helps you manage workout intervals with customizable work and rest periods. It runs in the background and allows music playback, with options to save settings and share progress. Integrates with Apple Health for heart rate monitoring.

Customizable sets, intervals, and rest timesRuns in background and with screen lockedMusic playlist integration
πŸ’ͺ Health & Fitness
(19K)
free with in-app purchases
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Tabata Pro HIIT Interval Timer
Tabata Pro HIIT Interval Timer
Tabata Pro HIIT Interval Timer
Tabata EMOM HIIT Workout Timer
Free

This app is a versatile interval timer designed for high-intensity interval training (HIIT) and Tabata workouts. It features an interactive coach, customizable alerts, music control, and integration with Apple Health for progress tracking.

HIIT and Tabata interval timerInteractive speaking coachWorkout DJ music control
πŸ’ͺ Health & Fitness
(18K)
free with in-app purchases