Timer Plus vs Pacer for Running
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Timer Plus
This interval training app is designed for high-intensity workouts like HIIT, circuit, and Tabata. It offers customizable timers with round and cycle displays, background operation, and voice guidance. An Apple Watch companion app is also available for seamless workout tracking.
- Interval training timer
- Customizable rounds and cycles
- Background operation
- Voice guidance
- Save unlimited timers
- Apple Watch app integration
- Apple Health Kit integration
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Interval Training Timer perfect for HIIT Circuit and Tabata Workouts Timer Plus is an easy to use special app for high intensity interval Training. -Ability to display the number and duration of rounds and cycles. -Interval Stopwatch -Timer works in background mode -Informative screen flash -Create an infinite number of timers, save them in the history of workouts. -Voice guidance Use our Timer Plus app while training at home, at the gym, boxing, MMA, Bodyweight exercises or other fitness activities. Timer Plus comes also with an Apple Watch app that allows you to use your saved custom workouts from the iPhone on your Apple Watch. This app uses Apple Health Kit in order to run the Apple Watch app in the background. Terms of Use: https://argames.in/terms.html Privacy Policy: https://argames.in/privacy.html
Pacer for Running
This app guides users through a Cardiopulmonary Exercise Test (CPET) using a connected device for precise cardio performance data. It provides detailed reports and personalized training plans to enhance running progress and reduce injury risk.
- Guided Cardiopulmonary Exercise Test (CPET)
- Connects with PACER device
- Accurate cardio performance data
- Detailed test reports
- Personalized training plans
- Injury risk minimization
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Connect with our PACER device to take a guided Cardiopulmonary Exercise Test (CPET) using precise protocols. Our app supports you through each step, ensuring accurate data collection and reliable results on your cardio performance. After the test, receive a detailed report and personalized training plans based on your results, designed to maximize your running progress and minimize injury risk. Users can also download their test data for flexible use according to their individual needs. Disclaimer: This app is intended for fitness purposes only. Always consult a medical professional for advice before using this app or making any medical decisions.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is review sentiment: Timer Plus at 87% against Pacer for Running's 0%. Timer Plus also leads on rating (4.8 vs 1.0) and ratings volume (61K vs 1). Pacer for Running's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 4) and ads (none vs shown). On price, update cadence and iOS requirement 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. Timer Plus sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Pacer for Running asks for nothing beyond the download.
Timer Plus holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 1.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Timer Plus has 61K ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 87% of Timer Plus's written reviews are positive against 0% of Pacer for Running's.
Timer Plus ships an update every 9 days, Pacer for Running every 5 days. The most recent releases landed on November 11, 2026 and November 4, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Timer Plus | Pacer for Running |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.8 (61K ratings) — better | 1.0 (1 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 86.7% of reviews — better | 0.0% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 61K — better | 1 |
| Update frequency | Every 9 days | Every 5 days — better |
| Ads | Yes | No — better |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free — better |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch — better | iPhone, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 — better | 15.6 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 38 MB | 102 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | ArGames | NeumaFIT Co.,ltd |
Customer experience
Timer Plus
Pacer for Running
Bugs and requests
Timer Plus
Reported bugs
3 issues- Timer stopping unexpectedly due to notifications or phone calls
- Inconsistent volume changes when using music
- Difficulty finding and loading saved timers
Requested features
5 requests- 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
Pacer for Running
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
Timer Plus
- Timer Plus Pro$2.991 Month
- Premium Monthly7 Days trial$2.991 Month
- Timer Plus Lifetime$9.99
- Lifetime Premium$19.99
Pacer for Running
No in-app purchases
Questions
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