# Simple Training Timer vs Next Up

The clearest difference is ads: Next Up at none against Simple Training Timer's shown. Next Up also leads on ratings volume (2.8K vs 63) and rating (4.7 vs 4.5). On price, review sentiment, update cadence and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Simple Training Timer sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $1.99 per month and Next Up sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Next Up holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Next Up has 2.8K ratings behind it against 63, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 70% of Simple Training Timer's written reviews are positive against 75% of Next Up's.

Simple Training Timer ships an update every 3 weeks, Next Up every 5 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 11, 2026 and October 9, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Simple Training Timer | Next Up |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.5 (63 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/simple-training-timer-stt/id1263269081/reviews) | **[4.7 (2.8K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/next-up-interval-timer/id1376927836/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 63 | **2.8K** |
| Positive reviews | 69.6% of reviews | **75.5% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | **Every 3 weeks** | Every 5 weeks |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 31 MB | 22 MB |
| Requires iOS | 18.0 | **13.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 12+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [EasterEggs](https://appshunter.io/developer/553389214) | [Alysha Kwok](https://appshunter.io/developer/1376927835) |

## What reviewers say

### Simple Training Timer

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/simple-training-timer-stt/id1263269081)

This app helps with daily strength training by accurately timing workouts, rest periods, and sets. Customize various training menus to suit your fitness goals and enjoy more fulfilling exercise sessions.

**Highlights:** Accurate workout timing, Rest period tracking, Set and repetition count, Customizable training menus, Daily strength training assistance

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium Plan | $1.99 | per month |


### Next Up

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/next-up-interval-timer/id1376927836)

Create and customize interval timers with detailed options for reps, sets, colors, and sounds. Offers flexible display modes, quick actions for navigation, and background notifications. Organize timers with folders and choose between light and dark themes.

**Highlights:** Customizable intervals (reps, sets, colors, sounds), Detailed and full-screen display modes, Portrait and landscape orientation support, Quick actions for navigation and editing, Background notifications, Timer organization with folders

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Syncing and Sharing | $3.99 | per month |
| Upgrade | $2.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Simple Training Timer free?

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

### Is Next Up free?

Next Up is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Simple Training Timer or Next Up?

Next Up is rated higher. Simple Training Timer averages 4.5 out of 5 from 63 ratings, while Next Up averages 4.7 from 2.8K ratings.

### Do Simple Training Timer or Next Up have ads?

Simple Training Timer shows ads; Next Up does not.

### Which is updated more often, Simple Training Timer or Next Up?

Simple Training Timer ships an update every 3 weeks, and Next Up every 5 weeks. Most recently, Simple Training Timer was updated on October 11, 2026 and Next Up on October 9, 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.*