# Stretch - A countdown timer for fitness, workout, egg, or anything really

> Simple countdown timer with preset durations for various timed activities. (iPhone/iPad app by Runloop Ltd.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/stretch-a-countdown-timer-for-fitness-workout-egg-or-anything-really/id333281172 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Runloop Ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/325563420)
- Category: Health & Fitness, Utilities
- Price: Free
- Rating: 4.80/5 from 231 App Store ratings · 425 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 8.0 · 19 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2009-10-08
- Data updated: 2026-08-14
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/stretch-a-countdown-timer-for-fitness-workout-egg-or-anything-really/id333281172/reviews.md

## What is Stretch?

Stretch - A continuous period of time. Stretch is a count down timer. It's designed to be to as simple as possible. It comes with five large buttons, each of which starts a preset count down timer, and a large reset button to stop the count down should you wish. It also keeps a count of how many times the count down has been run.

Stretch is useful for lots of things. Here's a quick list of things you might time with Stretch:

- Stretching!
- Exercising
- Rest periods
- Boiling eggs
- Steeping tea
- Brewing coffee
- Naughty corner

Stretch timers will run in the background and while your device is locked and the alerts will mix nicely with other audio if it's playing. There are options to disable the auto-lock, and to repeat timers indefinitely.

Instructions:
- Timer durations can be edited by tapping and holding a button until the editor opens.
- The count can be reset by tapping it.

## Key features

- Preset countdown timers
- Large, easy-to-use buttons
- Background operation
- Timer duration editing
- Timer run count tracking
- Repeat timers indefinitely

## What do users think of Stretch?

Overall sentiment: positive

**Pros**

- 🚀 Best Timer App Out There
- 🚀 Simple and Efficient
- 🚀 Perfect for Workouts
- 👍 Customizable Timers
- 👍 Prevents Screen Lock
- 👍 Repeats Automatically

**Cons**

- 🐛 Sound Stopped Working
- 🔊 Loud Beeps
- 🔊 No Volume Control

**Commonly reported bugs**

- Crashes on Launch
- Freezes and Becomes Unresponsive

**Most requested features**

- Reset Count Option
- Multiple Timers
- Countdown Warnings
- Vibration Option
- Apple Watch Support
- Customizable Sounds

## Recent user reviews (10 of 425)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/stretch-a-countdown-timer-for-fitness-workout-egg-or-anything-really/id333281172/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Excellent App, Easy To Use

*2026-07-08*

If you need a timer that just plays a time at a given interval without a bunch of other nonsense, this is perfect. It’s easy to use and starts with commonly used pre-set times, which can be adjusted to whatever you need (see the “What’s New” in the App Store for instructions.)

### 5/5 — Less is More

*2026-04-21*

This is an example of a perfectly executed application. Nothing more. Nothing less. Clearly simple functional design. Easy to use. Bonus. It is free to own. Kudos to the developer.

### 5/5 — Best Timer App Out There

*2025-11-08*

Use this app to replace an analog timer in my gym, love the big display and the simplicity, don’t have to keep pushing buttons to change times and especially like that the timer resets itself instead of just beeping until I go turn it off. Elegantly efficient !

### 5/5 — App eccezionale peccato che …

*2025-09-23, version 2.0.1*

App eccezionale la utilizzo da anni per i miei allenamenti peccato solo che non la si può avere anche su Apple Watch… posso sperarci ?

### 5/5 — Perfect

*2025-04-18, version 2.0.1*

Exactly what I was looking for! Simple to use. Timers are customizable.  Love it!

### 5/5 — Simple. Does the job. Free.

*2025-03-08, version 2.0.1*

More apps need to be this way. Far too much bloatware out there. This just works. Love it.

### 5/5 — Exactly what I was looking for

*2024-09-03*

Simple, easy to use and just the right amount of options and settings

### 5/5 — Migliore

*2024-01-26, version 2.0.1*

Miglior timer in assoluto per i miei allenamenti 
Un compagno da 7 anni grazie!!!!

### 5/5 — Simple and free. What’s more to like.

*2023-10-26*

Such a simple app with useful and concise settings. Doesn’t try to lock you in to a subscription for simple features. I feel like truly free apps are a rare thing these days. Bravo for continuing to support, seven years on.

### 3/5 — Reset count?

*2023-07-20, version 2.0.1*

Feature request – option for the Reset button to reset the count

## Frequently asked questions about Stretch

### What does this app do?

This app functions as a simple countdown timer. It features five large, customizable buttons that start preset timers, along with a reset button. It also keeps track of how many times each timer has been run.

### What are the key features of this timer app?

Key features include large, easy-to-use preset buttons for quick timer starts, the ability to edit timer durations by tapping and holding, background operation so timers continue when the device is locked, and an option to repeat timers indefinitely.

### Is this app free to use?

Yes, this application is completely free to download and use. There are no in-app purchases or advertisements mentioned, indicating a free monetization model.

### What kind of activities can I time with this app?

The app is versatile and can be used for a wide range of activities. This includes fitness exercises, rest periods, boiling eggs, steeping tea, brewing coffee, or even for timed tasks like the 'naughty corner'.

### Does the timer work when my phone is locked or playing other audio?

Yes, the timers are designed to run in the background, even when your device is locked. Alerts will also mix with other audio that might be playing, ensuring you don't miss your timed events.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 2.0.1 — 2016-03-09

This app has been updated by Apple to display the Apple Watch app icon.

• Fixed crash on older devices.

No one reads this or they would know how to edit the times already, but here goes again:

Instructions:
- Timer durations can be edited by tapping and holding a button until the editor opens.
- The count can be reset by tapping it.

### 2.0 — 2016-03-02

GymTimer is now Stretch!

Stretch timers will run in the background and while your device is locked and the alerts will mix nicely with other audio if it's playing. There are options to disable the auto-lock, and to repeat timers indefinitely.

Instructions:
- Timer durations can be edited by tapping and holding a button until the editor opens.
- The count can be reset by tapping it.

### 1.4 — 2011-08-23

• Added set counter which increases upon timer completion or timer reset while counting down. Reset the set count by pressing reset while timer is at 0:00.

### 1.3 — 2011-06-18

• Added Runloop Store

### 1.2.5 — 2011-03-29

Bug fixes

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