Comparison

The Standard Timer vs Gym Tymr

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

The Standard Timer

This workout timer app features a large, full-screen display for easy visibility in gyms. It offers multiple workout modes like Tabata and EMOM, with options for countdowns and remote control. Sync multiple devices via Bluetooth for a seamless training experience.

Highlights
  • Full-screen large display
  • Tabata, EMOM, Interval, Stopwatch, Countdown modes
  • Add warm-up timers
  • Remote control for connected devices
  • Bluetooth device syncing
  • Light/Dark mode
Features
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The Standard Timer was specifically and specially designed for use in specialty gyms. With standard options for tabata and EMOM, you can easily adapt the timer to work for any workout. The main goal of The Standard Timer was to create a timer where the current time was the focal point of the app. The current time takes up the entire screen, especially great when projected or cast onto larger screens, so everyone in your gym can see it from wherever they are. FEATURES - 5 different modes : Tabata, EMOM, Interval, Stopwatch, Countdown - The ability to add a countdown/warm-up timer to your workout - Quick and easy time adjustment with manual typing and tap (+1, +5, reset) options - HUGE letters that take up the entire screen so everyone can see the time without effort - Remote mode : use this mode from your phone to control other connected devices - Bluetooth capability : Sync multiple devices, for example, control your Mac Mini display using your phone without ever having to touch a keyboard or mouse - Light/Dark Mode capability - Preround/Preworkout sound notifications

About

Gym Tymr

This app provides a customizable interval training timer for various workouts. It offers multiple modes, built-in presets, and the ability to create custom timers. Track your workout history and enjoy offline functionality with sound alerts.

Highlights
  • Customizable interval timer
  • Built-in workout presets (Tabata, HIIT)
  • Create custom timers
  • Sound alerts
  • Workout history and stats
  • Offline functionality
Features
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Take control of your workouts with Gym Tymr — a sleek, customizable timer built for real training. Whether you're timing a plank or running HIIT intervals, Gym Tymr keeps you on track and in sync. Key Features: Three Modes in a Simple and Focused UI: Choose Stopwatch, Countdown, or Interval Timer for custom workouts Built-In Workout Presets: Try ready-made presets like Tabata, EMOM, HIIT, Sprint, and more. Custom Timers, Your Way: Edit presets or build your own intervals with custom names and durations. Favorites & Quick Access: Save your go-to presets for fast selection. Sound Alerts & Music Compatibility: Stay on track with optional sound cues and play music in the background. Workout History and Stats: View your total time and completed workouts. Privacy First: No ads. No subscriptions. Timer data is stored locally on your device. No data collection. Always Offline: Tymr works offline without needing a network or internet connection.

Screenshots

The Standard Timer4 screens
Gym Tymr3 screens

Verdict

The call

The Standard Timer and Gym Tymr both sit at 5.0 stars, but that hides the real split: 100% of Gym Tymr's written reviews are positive against 50% of The Standard Timer's. Gym Tymr also leads on price (Free vs $4.99). The Standard Timer's advantage is device support (4 vs 1) and iOS requirement (12.0 vs 16.0). On rating, ratings volume, ads and in-app purchases 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Gym Tymr is free to download; The Standard Timer costs $4.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 5.0 for The Standard Timer against 5.0 for Gym Tymr. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 2 and 2 respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 50% of The Standard Timer's written reviews are positive against 100% of Gym Tymr's.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
The Standard Timer versus Gym Tymr: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterThe Standard TimerGym Tymr
Price$4.99Free — better
Rating5.0 (2 ratings)5.0 (2 ratings)
Positive reviews50.0% of reviews100.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings22
Update frequencyEvery 2 months—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationPaidFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac — betteriPhone
Requires iOS12.0 — better16.0
Further details — not scored
Size12 MB2 MB
Age rating+44+
DeveloperSamuel HarmonSound Meridian LLC

Customer experience

The Standard Timer

All ratings2 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews2 reviews
Positive50.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative50.0%

Gym Tymr

All ratings2 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

None

The Standard Timer

No in-app purchases

None

Gym Tymr

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is The Standard Timer free?
The Standard Timer costs $4.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is Gym Tymr free?
Gym Tymr is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, The Standard Timer or Gym Tymr?
The Standard Timer and Gym Tymr are both rated 5.0 out of 5 on the App Store, from 2 and 2 ratings respectively.
Do The Standard Timer or Gym Tymr have ads?
Neither The Standard Timer nor Gym Tymr shows ads.

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