Rest Timer vs HIIT Timer Pro
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Rest Timer
This app provides a simple countdown timer for rest periods during workouts. It features customizable sounds, notification-based restarts, and dynamic display support. Easily manage your workout intervals without interrupting your music or unlocking your phone.
- One-tap timer start
- Customizable rest periods
- Plays music during countdown
- Restart from notification
- Dynamic Island and Live Activity support
- Adjust timer while running
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Free app. No ads. Start the timer with one tap. Keeps playing music after a short alarm sound. Restart the timer from the notification. Dynamic Island and Live Activity supported. This is the simplest countdown timer out there, with a set of convenience features you can't find in any other similar app. It's primarily used for timing rest periods during a strength training workout. It works great in the gym, at home, and outdoors. Let your phone notify you when it's time to start the next set or exercise. *** Instructions *** Start the countdown by pressing one of the 9 timer buttons. Reset it if you don't need it anymore. Press'n'hold the button to change its timer duration. === Important! === Please make sure to allow the app to send you notifications, otherwise, you might not hear sound warnings, and it won't work with the screen locked. *** What makes this app better than the others? *** You can change the timer duration while the timer is already running. The app recalculates the remaining time and keeps the time that has already passed. Sometimes there is not enough energy in the tank, and you need an extra minute to rest. Or you started the wrong timer and want to change it to the correct one. The app uses carefully selected custom sounds that play nicely with your workout music. They are noticeable enough not to miss them but still easy on your ears. A gentle sound warning signals you to start preparing for the next set (for time intervals of 30 seconds and higher). Another more distinct sound follows when the time is up. When you're done with the set, you can restart the timer from the notification without unlocking the screen! No need to think about how long your rest time is after each set. *** FAQ *** Q. I can't hear the sound notifications. What's wrong? A. Please make sure that you have allowed the app to send you notifications. Go to Settings App -> Notifications -> find WaitWaitGo! -> Allow notifications and Sounds need to be On. Also, make sure that the silent switch on the phone is off, and if you have any iOS focus modes active, make sure they allow notifications from WaitWaitGo!. As a last resort, go to Settings -> Sounds and make sure that the Ringer And Alerts volume slider is set to some higher value.
HIIT Timer Pro
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HIIT Timer Pro is your complete interval training companion for high-intensity workouts, Tabata training, circuit exercises, and custom fitness routines. Designed for athletes, fitness enthusiasts, and beginners alike, this powerful timer helps you maximize every workout. POWERFUL INTERVAL TIMER Create and customize your perfect workout with flexible interval settings. Set work periods, rest periods, rounds, and sets to match any training style. Whether you follow the classic Tabata protocol or design your own circuit, HIIT Timer Pro adapts to your needs. VOICE-GUIDED TRAINING Stay focused on your form while the app guides you through each interval. Clear voice announcements tell you when to work, rest, and prepare for the next round. Never miss a beat or lose count during intense training sessions. PRESET WORKOUTS Get started immediately with built-in workout presets including the classic 4-minute Tabata protocol. Save unlimited custom presets to quickly access your favorite training routines. APPLE HEALTH INTEGRATION Automatically sync your workouts to Apple Health. Track calories burned, workout duration, and training frequency to monitor your fitness progress over time. BEAUTIFUL THEMES Choose from six carefully designed color themes to match your style and motivation. Each theme adapts to your device's light and dark mode settings for comfortable viewing in any environment. BACKGROUND OPERATION Start your workout and lock your screen. HIIT Timer Pro continues running in the background with audio cues and haptic feedback to keep you on track without draining your battery. MUSIC INTEGRATION Play your favorite music during workouts. Control playback directly from the app without interrupting your training session. PERFECT FOR - HIIT and Tabata training - Circuit training and CrossFit - Boxing and MMA rounds - Strength training rest periods - Running intervals and sprints - Stretching and yoga timing - Rehabilitation exercises - Group fitness classes CUSTOMIZATION OPTIONS - Adjustable work and rest intervals - Configurable rounds and sets - Countdown timer before workouts - Custom sound effects and volume - Haptic feedback for silent training - Screen always-on option DESIGNED FOR RESULTS Clean, distraction-free interface puts the focus on your workout. Large, easy-to-read timer display visible from across the room. Color-coded intervals help you instantly recognize work and rest periods. Start your fitness transformation today with HIIT Timer Pro. Terms of Service: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Rest Timer at none against HIIT Timer Pro's 2. Rest Timer also leads on device support (3 vs 1) and iOS requirement (14.0 vs 17.0). On price and ads 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
Both are free to download. HIIT Timer Pro sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. Rest Timer asks for nothing beyond the download.
| Parameter | Rest Timer | HIIT Timer Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.9 (11 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 11 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | — |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | Free | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone |
| Requires iOS | 14.0 — better | 17.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 20 MB | 2 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Srdan Stanic | Foes |
In-app purchases
Rest Timer
No in-app purchases
HIIT Timer Pro
- Premium Monthly$4.991 Month
- Premium Yearly$29.991 Year
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