# Timer Plus vs GymPulseTimer

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Timer Plus at 93% against GymPulseTimer's 0%. Timer Plus also leads on rating (4.8 vs 3.0) and ratings volume (61K vs 1). GymPulseTimer's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (every 6 days vs every 3 weeks). On price and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

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

Timer Plus holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 3.0. 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: 93% of Timer Plus's written reviews are positive against 0% of GymPulseTimer's.

Timer Plus ships an update every 3 weeks, GymPulseTimer every 6 days. The most recent releases landed on October 13, 2026 and October 4, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Timer Plus | GymPulseTimer |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.8 (61K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/timer-plus-workouts-timer/id1279716547/reviews)** | [3.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gympulsetimer/id6759491088/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **61K** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | **93.4% of reviews** | 0.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | **Every 6 days** |
| Monetization | **Ad-supported** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 44 MB | 19 MB |
| Requires iOS | **13.0** | 17.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch** | iPhone, Apple Watch |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [ArGames](https://appshunter.io/developer/1810651723) | [Daniel Ancuta](https://appshunter.io/developer/1879013831) |

## 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 (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


### GymPulseTimer

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gympulsetimer/id6759491088)

This interval timer app is designed for HIIT, Tabata, and circuit training. It features customizable work and rest periods, large visual countdowns, and audio cues. Live Activities display your progress on the Lock Screen and in the Dynamic Island, keeping you focused during workouts.

**Highlights:** Customizable work and rest intervals, Save workout presets, Large, readable countdown display, Audio beeps and voice cues, Lock Screen and Dynamic Island integration, Offline functionality

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

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Unlock GymPulse Pro | $4.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Timer Plus free?

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

### Is GymPulseTimer free?

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

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

Timer Plus is rated higher. Timer Plus averages 4.8 out of 5 from 61K ratings, while GymPulseTimer averages 3.0 from 1 ratings.

### Do Timer Plus or GymPulseTimer have ads?

Timer Plus shows ads; GymPulseTimer does not.

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

Timer Plus ships an update every 3 weeks, and GymPulseTimer every 6 days. Most recently, Timer Plus was updated on October 13, 2026 and GymPulseTimer on October 4, 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.*