# PT Timer: Stretch & Exercise — For physical therapy

> Customizable timer and counter for personalized physical therapy exercises. (iPhone/iPad app by Qi Analytics LLC.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pt-timer-stretch-and-exercise/id410605817 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Qi Analytics LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/394896437)
- Category: Health & Fitness, Medical
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 4.30/5 from 95 App Store ratings · 85 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 15.6 · 52 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2011-06-22
- Data updated: 2026-08-11
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pt-timer-stretch-and-exercise/id410605817/reviews.md

## What is PT Timer?

Prepare! — Start! — Release! — Repeat! — Switch! 
• ”I tried quite a few and this is the best one hands down!" 
• ”I might actually DO the exercises my PT prescribed, thanks to this app!"
• ”I've looked at many timers for stretches, floor exercises, weight lifting... and this is the perfect one!" 

TIMER AND COUNTER FOR PHYSICAL THERAPY
Keeps time, counts reps and sets, and lets you focus on your exercise, or something else—not the clock.

YOU ENTER YOUR OWN EXERCISES
Add instructions and photos, or a weblink, and set up your entire routine, exactly as prescribed by your therapist. Fine-tune cues and timers to match your personal pace. Note: this app does NOT offer pre-defined exercises (other than a few examples). 

KEY BENEFITS
*** Some features are available only during the free trial or with a paid subscription as described below.
• Stop counting seconds and reps—focus on proper form, breathing, or even reading or listening to music.
• Clear voice and tone cues that work alongside music, podcasts, or when the app runs in the background.
• Store all exercise instructions: notes, photos, and web links, with spoken guidance in a voice you choose.
• Precisely adjust timers to fit your needs. 
• Schedule exercises and receive reminders.
• Take notes after each exercise and email reports directly to your physical therapist.
• Export workouts to PDF, including instructions, photos, and schedules.
• Apple Health integration records exercise type and duration.

MORE FROM THE REVIEWS
• "The app is very easy to use and has resulted in the quality of my exercises increasing markedly … it does meet my needs to a "T"!" 
• "Best one ever. Have tried 2 others. At 65 stretching is important and this app helps." 
• "…it lets you focus on other things if you have simple boring exercises." 

BASIC VERSUS PAID SUBSCRIPTION CAPABILITIES
Without a subscription, PT Timer provides limited basic functionality. During a free trial or an active subscription, you can create new exercises with instructions, timers, schedules and more. After the free trial, without a subscription, functionality for those exercises becomes limited. 
• In basic (unpaid) mode you can: view exercise routines created during a trial or subscription; view instructions and photos; receive already scheduled alerts; check off completed exercises; add and view notes after completing exercises; export to PDF.
• Subscription-only features include: timing and counting; creating and editing exercises and workouts; modifying schedules; technical support.
• NOTE: This app does not provide exercises or instructions (other than a few examples). You must enter exercises tailored to your own needs. 

TERMS OF SUBSCRIPTIONS
Several subscription options are available with different renewal periods. They all provide access to the full functionality of the app. The prices of subscriptions vary by country and are shown within the app. Payment will be charged to the Apple Account at confirmation of purchase. A subscription automatically renews unless the subscription is cancelled at least 24-hours before the end of the current period. The Apple Account will be charged within 24-hours prior to the end of the current period at the price specified for current subscription. Subscriptions may be managed by the user and cancelled by going to the user's Account Settings after purchase. Any unused portion of a free trial period will be forfeited when the user purchases a subscription.

Privacy Policy: http://www.pttimer.com/privacy.pdf
Terms of Use: http://www.pttimer.com/TermsOfUse.pdf

## Key features

- Custom exercise creation with instructions and photos
- Precise timer and rep counting
- Voice and tone cues
- Exercise scheduling and reminders
- Note-taking and PDF export
- Apple Health integration

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Full functionality | $0.99 | per month |
| Full functionality | $1.99 | per 3 months |
| Full functionality | $4.49 | per year |


## What do users think of PT Timer?

Overall sentiment: mixed

**Pros**

- 💪 Highly customizable routines
- ⏱️ Excellent for timing exercises
- 💯 Great for physical therapy
- 🎵 Audio cues are helpful
- 📸 Ability to add photos
- 📝 Detailed instructions and documentation
- 💡 Developer responsiveness
- ✅ Makes exercise a habit
- 🎯 Helps with focus and form
- 📈 Tracks progress well
- 🔄 Flexible for various exercises
- 🆓 Free version available
- 💰 Fair subscription pricing

**Cons**

- 🤔 Not intuitive to use
- 📚 Confusing instructions
- 💸 Limited free mode/paywall
- 🐛 Frequent crashes
- 🖼️ Photo upload issues
- 🖱️ Interface can be dated
- ⚠️ Unsecured help page links
- 🔊 Audio cue issues
- 🎛️ Complex setup
- 🔄 Outdated UI
- 🖱️ Camera function not working
- 🎙️ Audio recording function not working

**Commonly reported bugs**

- App crashes frequently
- Photo upload fails and hangs app
- Audio playback errors
- Countdown timer jumps to end
- Camera function not working
- Audio recording function not working
- Audio cues not reliably playing
- App aborts when adding additional photo
- Photo gets chopped off
- Unable to delete photos
- Sound goes off when screen is touched
- New version audio cues unreliable

**Most requested features**

- Export and import CSV files
- Sync exercises between devices
- Add photos from photo library
- Video support
- Share exercises and workouts with others
- Landscape mode for tablets
- Dark mode
- More professional UI
- Easier upload from lite to standard version
- Universal app name
- Ability to create 'uber-exercises' with variants
- Stronger reporting features
- Apple Watch integration

## Recent user reviews (10 of 85)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pt-timer-stretch-and-exercise/id410605817/reviews.md

### 5/5 — The best PT app!

*2026-07-21, version 3.3.29*

I’ve been enjoying PT Timer for over five years. It saves me time and keeps me on track for dozens of strength & stretch exercises. Thank you PTT folks!

### 5/5 — Great Customizable PT App!

*2026-07-18, version 3.3.29*

Simple yet incredibly customizable app for Physical Therapy exercises.  Needed to do calf stretches 3x a day with increasing reps every 3 days.  Able to customize down to time, rest in between reps and even set reminders for 3 times a day.  If you play around with the app can get all the settings dialed in just takes a little work but well worth it.  Great app for my needs!

### 2/5 — It’s probably great if you can figure it out

*2026-07-16, version 3.3.29*

It’s probably wonderful if you can ever get it programmed. It’s garbage for me. I’ve been trying for way too long to get it to actually do what I want. I even paid for it hoping it would unlock an easier interface or something. Nope. I’m giving up on it at this point. Lots of people rave about it but I can’t get it to do anything.

### 2/5 — Too difficult to test

*2025-10-08, version 3.3.28*

Every action you try to test in limited mode reminds you you need to pay to preview how the app works. Not worth the effort when a simple habit tracker does the same job. 🙄

### 5/5 — I love this app

*2025-08-04, version 3.3.27*

I’ve been using it for years and it is the reason I’ve ever done any of my physical therapy exercises. It’s not very intuitive to use, but for me that’s worth it because it’s so customizable. I wish I could export and import csv files so that I could do larger edits to my workouts on a computer in an easier format and then just pop it back into the app. I would pay more for that feature.

### 1/5 — DON’T BOTHER -Can’t test without a basic subscription

*2025-06-25, version 3.3.26*

1. ALL features are locked until you sign up. Can’t even see how it works.

2. Instructions are confusing, complicated.

3. Help pages links lead to UNSECURED WEBSITES.

### 4/5 — Worth the Effort

*2025-05-27, version 3.3.26*

This is not the most intuitive app in the world. I’ve been using it a couple of years, and finally have it figured out. There is extensive documentation available, parts of which I had to read multiple times. This app is pretty complex, but provides every feature I can ever imagine needing. In the end, I’m glad I stuck with it.  It makes following my exercise program sooo much easier, and my workout time is efficient because I don’t have to stop and refer to paper.

### 1/5 — Not an intuitive interface.

*2025-04-02, version 3.3.24*

Extremely not intuitive interface with very little instructions

### 5/5 — Physical Therapy made easy!

*2024-08-19, version 3.3.18*

I have been using this app for years for stretching and exercises. I don’t have to remember the routines or the timing. Just start the app and follow the prompts. Makes daily stretching a habit not a chore.

### 5/5 — Best App for Physical Therapy

*2024-02-29, version 3.3.14*

Don’t let the bland icon fool you. The user interface and functionality of this app is impressive and simple. I have tried many timers before PT Timer and it’s by far the best. It’s a great motivational tool and an excellent way to focus on the exercise or stretch. I lay my iphone a few feet away and just follow my programmed routine. The developper is very responsive and helpful. My only complaint is with the icon….

2024 update to my review !
Still a great app with little competition in the App Store. Once you understand the basics to create a workout timer it’s unique in it’s ability to let you turn off your brain and just do your Physio with the audio cues. 
The subscription pricing is beyond fair. 
My only complaint is the dated icon and user interface.

## Frequently asked questions about PT Timer

### What does PT Timer do?

PT Timer is designed to help you manage your physical therapy routines. It allows you to set up custom exercises with instructions, timers, and rep counts, so you can focus on performing them correctly without constantly checking the clock.

### How do I set up my exercises?

You can enter your own exercises by adding instructions, photos, or web links. You can then fine-tune the cues and timers to match your specific needs and the exact specifications from your physical therapist.

### Is PT Timer free to use?

The app offers basic functionality for free, allowing you to view existing routines and notes. However, to create and edit exercises, modify schedules, and access full timing and counting features, a paid subscription is required. A free trial is available.

### Can I share my progress with my physical therapist?

Yes, you can take notes after each exercise and email reports directly to your physical therapist. The app also allows you to export your entire workout, including instructions and schedules, to a PDF format.

### What kind of exercises can I track?

This app is designed for you to enter your own exercises, whether they are for stretches, floor exercises, weight lifting, or any other type prescribed by your therapist. It does not provide pre-defined exercises, other than a few examples.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 3.3.29 — 2026-01-25

• Fixed a case where all colors for resistance tubes did not appear.
• Some minor UI improvements.

### 3.3.28 — 2025-09-19

• The sessions tab now shows the duration of each session. If the session has a manual selection of workouts, then only the selected workouts are included in the duration.
• Added equipment options: More color options for resistance tubes; roller stick; Pilates magic ring.
• Fixed so that manual ordering of workouts also works when workouts are filtered (e.g. to show only scheduled, favorites, or hidden workouts).
• Fixed a problem that could cause older exports to fail being imported.
• Several minor UI improvements.

### 3.3.27 — 2025-07-28

Fixes an issue that could cause very long launch time when network connectivity was poor or missing.

### 3.3.26 — 2025-04-06

• Internal changes to address subscription issue after update to iOS 18.4.
• Improved ability to give relevant messages upon launch.

### 3.3.25 — 2025-04-04

• Internal changes to mitigate subscription issue after update to iOS 18.4.
• Modified behavior of prompt after you complete an exercise: If you dismiss the prompt by swiping down, the exercise is logged without a rating; use the new button DON'T LOG to not log the exercise at all.

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