Comparison

iCountTimer vs Workout Counter Lite

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

iCountTimer

This app combines a timer and counter for various training routines like HIIT, yoga, and boxing. It offers audio cues and a large display to keep you focused on your workout, with an optional Pro version for advanced features.

Highlights
  • Timer and counter combined
  • Save custom presets
  • Large, clear display
  • Audio cues
  • Smart screen lock
  • Health app integration (Pro)
Features
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Focus on your moves, not the count. iCountTimer is a timer and counter in one — built for anyone who trains. Whether it's interval training, yoga, home workouts, HIIT, boxing, or circuit training, this app fits right in and keeps you on track. Set your intervals, hit start, and let the app do the counting. Audio cues and a large, clear display with progress bar guide you through every session so you can stay focused on your form. What users are saying: "Best and most versatile timer app I have used. If you mix up your workouts and need a flexible solution to keep time, reps and more — download this now!" — Eric Mullen "As a coach, the best. Best timer ever. I speak as a coach who has tried many timer apps and this is the easiest way to set up interval training ever." — Todd Parker "Been looking for something like this for a while. Now I know how many sets I've done without guessing, and I can concentrate on what I should be doing." — Mark Clews Features: • Timer + Counter combined in one app • Save timers and counters as presets organized by activity • Large, clear display with progress bar • Audio cues to guide your sessions • Smart screen lock to prevent accidental taps mid-workout Upgrade to iCountTimer Pro for more: • No ads • Live Activity on your Lock Screen • Apple Watch app with presets and quick-access timer and counter • Save up to 40 presets • 5 themes and custom alert sounds • Calorie estimation with Health app integration • Custom start delay and multiple counter modes iCountTimer is free with all the essentials. When you're ready for more, go Pro. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

Workout Counter Lite

Features
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Workout Counter is a simple and easy-to-use app to support your exercise routine and fitness goals. You focus on the quality of your moves, while the app works on the quantity for you! This is the free, ad-supported version of this app. An ad-free version is also available on the App Store. This version has the same functionality as the ad-free version. Using it is as simple as 1,2,3! You have the option to set the number of repetitions (up to 99) and their frequency/speed (from 0.2 second to 20 seconds), or the time in seconds you wish to exercise - you can select the mode using the button on the top left; then just set the number of sets (up to 99) and the rest time between sets (from 1 to 99 seconds) by touching the plus or minus buttons. On the top menu, choose how the numbers will be announced: spoken (default), a beep or neither (in case you prefer or need to exercise in silence). Then, on the bottom menu, touch play and get ready to begin! Hit pause or stop at anytime, and remember that you can change any settings above "on the go".

Screenshots

iCountTimer4 screens
Workout Counter Lite2 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Workout Counter Lite at none against iCountTimer's 3. Workout Counter Lite also leads on iOS requirement (9.0 vs 16.0). On price, update cadence, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. iCountTimer sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. Workout Counter Lite asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

iCountTimer ships an update every 4 months, Workout Counter Lite every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 10, 2026 and October 9, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
iCountTimer versus Workout Counter Lite: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameteriCountTimerWorkout Counter Lite
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.7 (12 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews90.1% of reviews—
Number of ratings12 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 4 monthsEvery 2 months — better
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Apple Watch — betteriPhone, iPod
Requires iOS16.09.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size24 MB56 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperRhythmicWorksWilson Afonso

In-app purchases

3 purchases

iCountTimer

Subscriptions2
  • Monthly Subscription$1.991 Month
  • Yearly Subscription$9.991 Year
One-time1
  • Lifetime Pro$19.99
None

Workout Counter Lite

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is iCountTimer free?
iCountTimer is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Workout Counter Lite free?
Workout Counter Lite is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do iCountTimer or Workout Counter Lite have ads?
Both iCountTimer and Workout Counter Lite show ads.
Which is updated more often, iCountTimer or Workout Counter Lite?
iCountTimer ships an update every 4 months, and Workout Counter Lite every 2 months. Most recently, iCountTimer was updated on October 10, 2026 and Workout Counter Lite on October 9, 2026.

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