Best Workout Timer alternatives: apps like Workout Timer: Interval HIIT

10+ similar apps compared and reviewed

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Updated November 2026

Workout 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 Workout Timer

Just My Timer#1

Just My Timer by Pavel Gagarin

Tabata · EMOM · boxing rounds
Editor's Choice
💪 Health & Fitness
5.0(3 ratings)
Free
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Create custom interval timers for various workouts and activities. This app offers precise timing, custom sounds, and detailed history tracking without ads or subscriptions. It syncs with Apple Watch for on-the-go use.

IntervalFree#2

IntervalFree by LIFEFLOW AI, LLC

Simple Interval Timer
Strong Contender
💪 Health & Fitness
4.9(37 ratings)
Free
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This app provides a simple and fully customizable interval timer for workouts. It offers unlimited workout profiles, background support, and Live Activities for real-time progress tracking on your lock screen. Enjoy a completely free experience with no ads or paywalls.

Tabata & HIIT Interval Timer#3

Tabata & HIIT Interval Timer by Takahiro Torii

Simple rounds, rest & circuits
Worth Considering
💪 Health & Fitness
4.8(248 ratings)
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This app functions as a versatile timer for high-intensity interval training (HIIT) and Tabata workouts. It guides users through structured exercise and rest periods, making it easy to follow popular interval training methods for effective, short-duration fitness sessions.

More apps like Workout Timer

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Box Timer - Simple WOD Clock
Box Timer - Simple WOD Clock
Box Timer - Simple WOD Clock
HIIT, Tabata & Gym Training
Free

This app provides a simple, distraction-free timer designed for intense training sessions like CrossFit, HIIT, and functional fitness. It features a massive, high-contrast display, customizable interval options, and seamless audio cue integration with music apps. All workouts are automatically saved for easy tracking and reuse.

Massive, high-contrast displaySupports AMRAP, EMOM, For Time, TabataCustomizable work/rest intervals and rounds
💪 Health & Fitness
(3K)
free
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Seconds Interval Timer
Seconds Interval Timer
Seconds Interval Timer
Tabata, HIIT, Circuit Training
Free

This interval timer app helps you build and run custom workouts for HIIT, Tabata, and circuits. It provides voice cues, runs in the background, and syncs with Apple Watch. Save workouts to Apple Health and track calories burned.

Build custom timers for any workoutVoice cues for intervalsRuns in background with screen off
💪 Health & Fitness
(24K)
free with in-app purchases
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RUN interval - Running Timer
RUN interval - Running Timer
RUN interval - Running Timer
Interval running made easier.
Free

This app simplifies interval and Fartlek running by allowing you to set custom targets for time or distance during hard, easy, and rest efforts. It offers detailed post-run summaries, audio and visual feedback, and an Apple Watch app for enhanced training.

Customizable interval sessionsTime and distance targetsDistance Goal option
💪 Health & Fitness
(1K)
free with in-app purchases
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Tabata Timer ·
Tabata Timer ·
Tabata Timer ·
by HIIT Apps Sp. z o.o.
Free

This interval training timer provides a highly customizable experience for various workout styles, including Tabata. It features a voice assistant, saved workout lists, and music ducking for an enhanced training session.

Intuitive one-button startCustomizable interval timesVoice assistant with interval descriptions
💪 Health & Fitness
(1.5K)
free with in-app purchases
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Interval Timer
Interval Timer
Interval Timer
Tabata, HIIT, Circuit Training
Free

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.

Customizable interval settingsVoice assistant with text-to-speechMusic ducking for audio integration
💪 Health & Fitness
(3.6K)
subscription
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Tabata Timer □
Tabata Timer □
Tabata Timer □
Simple tabata workout timer
Free

This app provides a simple and clear interface for setting up and running Tabata workouts. It offers audio guidance, music integration, and tracks your workout history and statistics. Customize your intervals with an intuitive drag-and-drop system.

Intuitive drag-and-drop interval settingAudio guidance for workoutsMusic app integration
💪 Health & Fitness
(11K)
free with in-app purchases
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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
💪 Health & Fitness
(14K)
free with in-app purchases