The Standard Timer vs Kiras Timer
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
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.
- 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
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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
Kiras Timer
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Kiras Timer is a clean, versatile timer built for real training sessions — intervals, EMOM, AMRAP, HIIT, Tabata, Pyramid and custom rounds. • Create and save workouts in seconds • Clear audio/visual cues that stay visible mid-workout • Works offline, no sign-ups, no distractions • Supports landscape mode Designed for functional, strength, conditioning, and endurance workouts Why Kiras? • Privacy-first: we don’t collect your data. • Focused: no accounts, no ads, no clutter. • Reliable: built to stay readable and responsive during hard intervals.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is price: Kiras Timer at Free against The Standard Timer's $4.99. Kiras Timer also leads on update cadence (monthly vs every 2 months). The Standard Timer's advantage is chart position (#200 vs unranked) and device support (4 vs 2). On 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
Kiras Timer 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.
The Standard Timer ships an update every 2 months, Kiras Timer monthly. The most recent releases landed on September 19, 2026 and September 18, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | The Standard Timer | Kiras Timer |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $4.99 | Free — better |
| Rating | 5.0 (2 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 50.0% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 2 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | Monthly — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Paid | — |
| Best chart rank | #200 — better | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac — better | iPhone, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 12.0 — better | 15.1 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 12 MB | 27 MB |
| Age rating | +4 | 4+ |
| Developer | Samuel Harmon | Bover MB |
In-app purchases
The Standard Timer
No in-app purchases
Kiras Timer
No in-app purchases
Questions
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