# Workout Timer vs Timer Plus

The clearest difference is ads: Workout Timer at none against Timer Plus's shown. Timer Plus's advantage is review sentiment (94% vs 65%) and ratings volume (60K vs 15). On price, update cadence, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Workout Timer sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Timer Plus sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Timer Plus holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Timer Plus has 60K ratings behind it against 15, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 65% of Workout Timer's written reviews are positive against 94% of Timer Plus's.

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 8, 2026 and September 29, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Workout Timer | Timer Plus |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.5 (15 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/workout-timer-hiit-tabata/id1224899110/reviews) | **[4.8 (60K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/timer-plus-workouts-timer/id1279716547/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 15 | **60K** |
| Positive reviews | 65.0% of reviews | **93.9% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | Every 3 weeks |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Ad-supported** |
| Size | 14 MB | 27 MB |
| Requires iOS | **12.0** | 13.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Artem Sokurenko](https://appshunter.io/developer/1221545218) | [ArGames](https://appshunter.io/developer/1810651723) |

## What reviewers say

### Workout Timer

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/workout-timer-hiit-tabata/id1224899110)

This interval timer app supports various workout routines like Tabata and Rounds. Customize rounds, work/rest times, and alerts like vibration and LED flash. It's designed for effective training without ads.

**Highlights:** Tabata routine, Rounds routine, Stopwatch routine, Customizable rounds, Customizable work/rest times, Adjustable delayed start, LED flash and vibration alerts

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Upgrade to PRO | $0.99 | one-time |


### Timer Plus

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/timer-plus-workouts-timer/id1279716547)

This interval training app supports HIIT, circuit, and Tabata workouts with customizable rounds and cycles. It offers background operation, screen flashing, and voice guidance for an enhanced fitness experience. An Apple Watch companion app is also available.

**Highlights:** Customizable rounds and cycles, Interval stopwatch, Background timer operation, Informative screen flash, Save and history of timers, Voice guidance, Apple Watch app

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Apple Watch app, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Timer Plus Pro | $2.99 | per month |
| Premium Monthly | $2.99 | per month |
| Timer Plus Lifetime | $9.99 | one-time |
| Lifetime Premium | $19.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Simple and easy to use
- 👍 Properly free, no hidden costs
- 👍 Customizable settings
- 👍 User-friendly interface
- 👍 Helpful for physical therapy and workouts

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Music volume issues
- 🐛 Difficulty finding saved timers
- 🐛 Inconsistent notification alerts
- 🐛 Inability to skip rounds

**Reported bugs**

- Timer stopping unexpectedly due to notifications or phone calls
- Inconsistent volume changes when using music
- Difficulty finding and loading saved timers

**Requested features**

- Ability to name and save custom workouts
- Option to turn off countdown sound
- Customizable alert sounds
- Ability to skip or pause rounds
- Connection to health/fitness tracking apps


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Workout Timer free?

Workout Timer is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Timer Plus free?

Timer Plus is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Workout Timer or Timer Plus?

Timer Plus is rated higher. Workout Timer averages 4.5 out of 5 from 15 ratings, while Timer Plus averages 4.8 from 60K ratings.

### Do Workout Timer or Timer Plus have ads?

Timer Plus shows ads; Workout Timer does not.

### Which is updated more often, Workout Timer or Timer Plus?

Workout Timer ships an update every 3 weeks, and Timer Plus every 3 weeks. Most recently, Workout Timer was updated on September 8, 2026 and Timer Plus on September 29, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*