This app transforms your Apple Watch into an accurate lap counter for swimming. Easily track laps, view live metrics, and analyze detailed swim statistics on your iPhone. Supports both pool and open water swimming with GPS tracking.
1.19
January 26, 2026
This update fixes a bug with auto detected logged laps, where extra laps were occasionally added to logged laps and the fastest lap of the logged laps was too short. This update adds a watch app setting to change the amount of time that the lap details overlay screen is shown. A new simple complication has been added to launch the app from the watchface. Please note, if using the Ultra watch, please launch the app using the action button for best results when using the action button to track laps.
MoreTo use the Action Button for lap tracking, first open the Swimming Lap Tracker app. Then, go to your WatchOS settings, scroll to 'Action Button,' select 'Swimming Lap Tracker,' choose 'First press,' and set it to 'Start a workout,' then select 'Swim Laps.'
Swimming Lap Tracker is designed for use with both iPhone and Apple Watch, requiring iOS 18.2+ and watchOS 11.2+.
No, Swimming Lap Tracker is a one-time purchase at $1.99 and does not require a subscription.
Yes, Swimming Lap Tracker includes an Open Water Mode that utilizes GPS to track distance and location for your swims.
The app provides live metrics like lap time, total time, distance, lengths, strokes, and heart rate. Post-swim analysis includes pace, motion charts, calories, and location labels.
Lap counting is done manually via the Digital Crown or Action Button on the Apple Watch Ultra, ensuring accurate capture of each length.
Yes, Swimming Lap Tracker syncs with HealthKit, allowing your swim data to be integrated into your overall health profile.
Swimming Lap Tracker has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for a wide range of users.
