# Medtimer: Heart + Respiratory — Vital Rate Timer for Medics

> Vital sign timer for accurate heart and respiratory rate measurements. (iPhone/iPad app by Tigerpixel.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/medtimer-heart-plus-respiratory/id1012031242 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Tigerpixel](https://appshunter.io/developer/1012031241)
- Category: Medical, Health & Fitness
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 4.50/5 from 556 App Store ratings · 117 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 12+
- Requires: iOS 16.1 · 10 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2015-07-11
- Data updated: 2026-08-29
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/medtimer-heart-plus-respiratory/id1012031242/reviews.md

## What is Medtimer?

The essential Heart and Respiratory rate tool for Medics. Medtimer is built for health professionals who need fast, accurate vital sign measurements. Extremely simple to use, it frees you from watching the clock or performing mental calculations. Measure heart rates (HR) and respiratory rates (RR) with a few simple taps, and instantly see reference range charts for adults and children of all ages.

IDEAL FOR:
* Nurses & Midwives
* Doctors & Paramedics
* Caregivers & Home/Community Visitors
* First Aid Providers
* Sport Scientists
* Parents monitoring children
* Vets & Pet Owners

Developed in collaboration with medical consultants, Medtimer is designed for efficiency and simplicity in even the busiest clinical environments. Tap to record — everything else is done for you. Our app is trusted by medical professionals worldwide.

"Simple but brilliant! Very simple, clear and uncluttered app to help quickly assess HR and respiratory rate."
— x2scoops

"Best app ever! Every health care professional should have this! It's brilliant. It's on my Apple Watch. I use it with every patient. So simple but so effective."
— AG03 OLD

KEY FEATURES:
* Simple tap-anywhere interface to record heartbeats and breaths
* Intuitively record both heart rate (HR) and respiratory rate (RR)
* Instant automatic rate calculations (BPM)
* Flexible measurement periods from 6 to 60 seconds
* Reference charts for all age ranges
* Works across iPhone, iPad, and Apple Watch
* Lock screen widgets for iPhone and Watch Face — start a timer instantly with a single tap
* No accounts, no advertising, and no patient data stored

Medtimer keeps you focused on your patient. Measurements are taken discreetly, with no need for anyone else to touch your device. There are no pop-ups or distractions — just the information you need, when you need it. You can also contact us directly via the app with any feedback.

All of this is available for free. There are even more history, custom charts, and CPR metronome features included with Medtimer Pro.

Download now and experience the simplest way to monitor heart and respiratory rates.

## Key features

- Tap-anywhere interface for recording
- Intuitive HR and RR recording
- Instant automatic rate calculations
- Flexible measurement periods
- Reference charts for all ages
- iPhone, iPad, and Apple Watch support
- Lock screen widgets

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Medtimer Pro | $2.99 | one-time |


## What do users think of Medtimer?

Overall sentiment: neutral

**Pros**

- 🚀 Exemplary
- 👍 Easy to use
- 💡 Useful for counting respirations and pulse
- 👍 Simple and effective

**Cons**

- 🐛 Not working on new Apple Watch models
- 🐛 Crashes or doesn't open on Apple Watch
- 🐛 Inaccurate pulse readings
- 🔋 High battery consumption
- 🔊 Loud countdown sounds

**Commonly reported bugs**

- Not downloading on Apple Watch
- Crashes on Apple Watch
- Stops working after OS updates

**Most requested features**

- Add support for new Apple Watch models
- Integrate with Apple Health app
- Add option to manually enter counts
- Add complication for Apple Watch
- Add option to disable sounds

## Recent user reviews (10 of 117)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/medtimer-heart-plus-respiratory/id1012031242/reviews.md

### 3/5 — Needs some work.

*2026-04-10*

App has a nice interface and is fairly simple to use but lacks helpful features. A 6 second option would be nice as well as a vibration feature that goes off when the timer does, the option to change a normal HR and RR range for people working in veterinary environments, and a hands free timer only with a calculator.

**Developer response:** Thank you for your feedback. 
The good news is that the Medtimer already has all of these features. 

The 6 second timer and the vibration can both be controlled from the settings screen, which can be accessed from the cog icon.

The HR and RR ranges can be fully customised, and a range of preset veterinary charts are available with the Medtimer Pro upgrade. 

We are always happy to hear feedback if you still do not find what you need.

### 5/5 — Exemplary

*2025-11-30*

Used since I think 2013…today I’m citing it as one of the first apps that have helped me get accurate data and note small changes more quickly in my patient.

**Developer response:** Thank you for taking the time to give us feedback and your continued use of Medtimer. We hope you continue to find Medtimer useful far into the future.

### 1/5 — disappointed

*2025-11-28, version 1.11*

i bought pro so that i could have it on it on my watch face/screen and it doesn’t work, it’s a scam don’t waste your money.

### 3/5 — Cool but not reccomended

*2025-09-12*

I thought this app would be cool to help me get through vitals faster on my apple watch, but when I try to take a patient’s pulse my watch vibrates as-well and it throws me off counting patients pulse.. I don’t recommend using it, I also always seem to get a inn-accurate pulse on the app than what I counted in my head.. the app always counts a pulse as too low and somehow my patient sees the screen and gets concerned due to how obvious it is that im using a app.

**Developer response:** We are sorry to hear Medtimer wasn't as useful to you as you had hoped. There are two features in the app which may change that for you. Firstly, if you go to the "Settings" from the main screen, you can control both vibration and sound independently to get them exactly to your liking, including turning both off. Secondly, once you have finished the timer, you can edit the beat count to make up for any shortfall. The new rate will then be displayed in the results table. These features are available on the watch and mobile device too.

### 1/5 — Needs updates

*2025-07-15, version 1.10*

Needs Apple Watch series 10 support. Limited instructions on how to add to Apple Watch

### 3/5 — Bring it back to Apple Watch

*2025-06-11*

I’m a nurse and loved using this to count respirations but I can’t use it on my watch anymore. Please bring it back to Apple Watch I don’t like the idea of pulling out my phone to use the app.

**Developer response:** We are sorry to hear that you cannot use the app on your Watch. The app is still available for the Apple Watch, and has been tested for newer devices including Apple Watch Ultra as well as older devices back to watchOS 8. Please feel free to get in touch with us via the feedback system within the mobile app, and we will try to offer some advice on how to get the app back on your Apple Watch.

### 2/5 — Apple Watch series 10

*2025-04-09, version 1.9*

Great app but will not open on new watch. Hope this gets fixed

### 5/5 — Perfect

*2025-03-28*

Considering this is a free app without advertising, I’m impressed. The interface is clean and easy to use, there’s no mess or fluff, and I can count pulse/resps now whilst multitasking

**Developer response:** Thank you for taking the time go give us feedback. We hope you continue to find Medtimer useful.

### 1/5 — Please give the 15 second timer back instead of the 10!

*2025-01-17, version 1.9*

Please put the 15 second timer back my colleagues and I use that one the most frequent. And it’s the most accurate for us with adults patients. ):  this app is 5/5 stars with the 15 second timer

### 5/5 — Garmin

*2024-12-25, version 1.8.1*

Love this app!! Use it every day working in peds. Can you make it compatible with Garmin??

## Frequently asked questions about Medtimer

### What does Medtimer do?

Medtimer is a vital rate timer designed for medical professionals and caregivers. It allows for fast and accurate measurement of heart rates (HR) and respiratory rates (RR) using a simple tap interface. The app automatically calculates rates in BPM and provides reference range charts for various age groups.

### What are the key features of Medtimer?

Key features include a simple tap-anywhere interface for recording heartbeats and breaths, intuitive recording of both HR and RR, instant automatic rate calculations, flexible measurement periods from 6 to 60 seconds, and reference charts for all age ranges. It also supports iPhone, iPad, and Apple Watch, with lock screen widgets for quick access.

### Is Medtimer free to use?

The core functionality of Medtimer is available for free. However, there is a paid version, Medtimer Pro, which includes additional features such as extended history, custom charts, and a CPR metronome.

### What devices is Medtimer compatible with?

Medtimer is compatible with iPhone, iPad, and Apple Watch devices. It also offers lock screen widgets for iPhone and Watch Face for instant timer access.

### Who would benefit from using Medtimer?

Medtimer is ideal for nurses, midwives, doctors, paramedics, caregivers, first aid providers, sport scientists, parents monitoring children, and even veterinarians and pet owners. Anyone who needs to quickly and accurately measure heart and respiratory rates will find this app beneficial.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.15 — 2026-03-18

* Visual enhancements to both the iPhone and Apple Watch apps.
* Instant live BPM displayed on the timer screen.
* Updated, beautifully crafted widgets for the Watch face, iPhone Home Screen, and Lock Screen.
* One or two minor improvements and fixes suggested by our users (thank you!).

### 1.14 — 2026-01-02

Live Activities – Keeps the app open in the background so that you can monitor vitals with the app in your pocket.
Small visual improvements.

### 1.12 — 2025-12-08

Updated to Liquid Glass Navigation.
Improved Apple Watch Widgets.
A few small bug fixes.

### 1.11 — 2025-09-20

A new Sound Setting to turn off all sounds. 

Plus: Medtimer Pro now available as an in-app Purchase with: 
* Keep a history of heart and respiratory readings and export it. 
* Fully Customisable Heart and Respiratory Charts. Customer charts for Maternity, Paediatric, Cats, Dogs and more.
* Apple Health Integration.
* CPR Metronome.

### 1.10 — 2025-05-05

Instructions for new those who are new to Medtimer.
Helpful tips, so that you can get the most out of Medtimer. 
A few little fixes.

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