# Timer Plus vs SwolTime

The clearest difference is ads: SwolTime at none against Timer Plus's shown. Timer Plus's advantage is ratings volume (60K vs 52) and monetization model (ad-supported vs free with in-app purchases). On price, rating, review sentiment and update cadence there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Timer Plus sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month and SwolTime sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

SwolTime holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Timer Plus has 60K ratings behind it against 52, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 94% of Timer Plus's written reviews are positive against 100% of SwolTime's.

Timer Plus ships an update every 3 weeks, SwolTime fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on September 27, 2026 and September 21, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Timer Plus | SwolTime |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.8 (60K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/timer-plus-workouts-timer/id1279716547/reviews) | **[5.0 (52 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/swoltime-tabata-interval-timer/id1601731155/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **60K** | 52 |
| Positive reviews | 93.9% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | **Fortnightly** |
| Monetization | **Ad-supported** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 27 MB | 77 MB |
| Requires iOS | 13.0 | 13.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch | iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [ArGames](https://appshunter.io/developer/1810651723) | [SWOL LLC (USA)](https://appshunter.io/developer/1601731157) |

## What reviewers say

### 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 (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium Monthly | $2.99 | per month |
| 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


### SwolTime

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/swoltime-tabata-interval-timer/id1601731155)

This app provides a versatile interval timer for various fitness routines like Tabata, HIIT, boxing, and weightlifting. It allows for real-time adjustments, customizable settings, and workout sequencing. Track progress with notes and use it in the background or with Apple Watch integration.

**Highlights:** Dynamic workout timer control, On-the-fly timer adjustments, Customizable interval timer settings, Custom workout sequencing, Progress notes, Background operation, Apple Watch integration

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| SwolTime Pro Monthly | $1.99 | per month |
| SwolTime Pro Yearly | $12.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Timer Plus free?

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

### Is SwolTime free?

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

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

SwolTime is rated higher. Timer Plus averages 4.8 out of 5 from 60K ratings, while SwolTime averages 5.0 from 52 ratings.

### Do Timer Plus or SwolTime have ads?

Timer Plus shows ads; SwolTime does not.

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

Timer Plus ships an update every 3 weeks, and SwolTime fortnightly. Most recently, Timer Plus was updated on September 27, 2026 and SwolTime on September 21, 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.*