# Python PTS vs Exercise Timer

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Python PTS at 100% against Exercise Timer's 73%. Python PTS also leads on monetization model (free vs freemium) and rating (5.0 vs 4.8). Exercise Timer's advantage is ratings volume (1K vs 9). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Python PTS sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Exercise Timer sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Python PTS holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Exercise Timer has 1K ratings behind it against 9, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 100% of Python PTS's written reviews are positive against 73% of Exercise Timer's.

Python PTS ships an update every 3 weeks, Exercise Timer monthly. The most recent releases landed on June 6, 2026 and September 25, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Python PTS | Exercise Timer |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[5.0 (9 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/python-pts-interval-timer/id1252192713/reviews)** | [4.8 (1K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/exercise-timer-interval-timer/id1501534442/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 9 | **1K** |
| Positive reviews | **100.0% of reviews** | 73.2% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 3 weeks** | Monthly |
| Monetization | **Free** | Freemium |
| Size | 23 MB | 52 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.0** | 17 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod, Apple Watch | iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Zachary Makar](https://appshunter.io/developer/1252192712) | [Neurondigital Ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/1501534441) |

## What reviewers say

### Python PTS

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/python-pts-interval-timer/id1252192713)

This advanced fitness app uses haptic and audio cues to keep you aware of workout times without needing to look at a screen. It intelligently adjusts timer speeds to push you harder and integrates with Apple Health to track vital metrics.

**Highlights:** Haptic and audio workout timers, Intelligent timer speed adjustments, Multiple difficulty levels, Apple Health integration, Heart rate tracking, Calorie and distance tracking

**Features:** Siri integration

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Python PTS Unlock Key | $4.99 | one-time |


### Exercise Timer

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/exercise-timer-interval-timer/id1501534442)

Create and guide custom interval training routines with this app. It supports timed and rep-based exercises, offers voice coaching, and logs your workout history with detailed analytics. Track progress over time and organize routines into training plans.

**Highlights:** Custom workout routines, Voice coach for next exercise, Timed and rep-based exercises, Workout logging and analytics, Training plans, Background operation, Apple Watch support

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

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Exercise Timer Premium Monthly | $4.99 | per month |
| Exercise Timer Premium Yearly | $30.99 | per year |
| Exercise Timer Lifetime | $69.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Great value without fluff
- 👍 Simple but customizable
- 👍 Awesome HIIT timer with exercise naming
- 👍 Versatile and customizable exercise timer
- 👍 A very underrated app

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Buggy, freezes constantly
- 🐛 Apple Watch version dysfunctional
- 🐛 Input nightmare, difficult to use
- 🐛 Landscape mode not available on iOS
- 🐛 Reordering exercises in edit stage is a nightmare

**Reported bugs**

- Syncing issues with Apple Watch
- Randomly locking users out and requiring upgrade
- Deleting all routines after uninstalling
- Exercises not updating properly on Apple Watch
- Apple Watch app causing native exercise app to crash

**Requested features**

- Sync workouts across devices without logging out/in
- Ability to duplicate workouts on iPhone
- Search, sort, or reorder routines
- Connect with Apple Health app
- Shortcut/automation support


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Python PTS free?

Python PTS is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Exercise Timer free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Python PTS or Exercise Timer?

Python PTS is rated higher. Python PTS averages 5.0 out of 5 from 9 ratings, while Exercise Timer averages 4.8 from 1K ratings.

### Do Python PTS or Exercise Timer have ads?

Neither Python PTS nor Exercise Timer shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Python PTS or Exercise Timer?

Python PTS ships an update every 3 weeks, and Exercise Timer monthly. Most recently, Python PTS was updated on June 6, 2026 and Exercise Timer on September 25, 2026.

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