# SprintTimer vs Timer for Workouts

The clearest difference is price: Timer for Workouts at Free against SprintTimer's $4.99. Timer for Workouts also leads on ratings volume (1.4K vs 228) and review sentiment (77% vs 68%). SprintTimer's advantage is chart position (#70 vs unranked) and device support (4 vs 2). On rating, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Timer for Workouts is free to download; SprintTimer costs $4.99 up front. SprintTimer sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per year and Timer for Workouts sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Timer for Workouts holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 4.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Timer for Workouts has 1.4K ratings behind it against 228, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 68% of SprintTimer's written reviews are positive against 77% of Timer for Workouts's.

SprintTimer ships an update every 3 weeks, Timer for Workouts monthly. Both last shipped on September 27, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | SprintTimer | Timer for Workouts |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | $4.99 | **Free** |
| Rating | [4.4 (228 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sprinttimer-photo-finish/id430807521/reviews) | **[4.6 (1.4K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/timer-for-workouts-repeat/id481226913/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 228 | **1.4K** |
| Positive reviews | 67.9% of reviews | **77.1% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 3 weeks** | Monthly |
| Monetization | **Free with in-app purchases** | Subscription |
| Best chart rank | **#70** | — |
| Size | 51 MB | 72 MB |
| Requires iOS | **12.1** | 16 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch** | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Sten Kaiser](https://appshunter.io/developer/309325742) | [Applorium Ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/1688522804) |

## What reviewers say

### SprintTimer

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sprinttimer-photo-finish/id430807521)

**Currently charting:** #70 Top Paid · Sports (US App Store)

This advanced sports timer uses photo finish technology for precise race timing. Capture images of the finish line to accurately record competitor times with 0.01s accuracy. It offers hands-free operation and can be controlled remotely.

**Highlights:** Photo finish timing, 0.01s accuracy, Motion-activated video finish, Remote start sender, Save results and images, Hands-free operation

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

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| SprintTimerPro (upgrade) | $4.99 | per year |
| SprintTimer Pro | $4.99 | per year |
| SprintTimer Pro (unlimited) | $19.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Accurate timing
- 👍 Easy to use
- 🚀 Affordable alternative to expensive systems
- 👍 Helpful for coaches and athletes
- 🚀 Reduces workload for volunteers

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Occasional crashes or freezes
- 🔒 Subscription required for full functionality
- 👎 Complicated user interface
- 🐛 Inconsistent performance
- 👎 Blurry or missing photos/videos

**Reported bugs**

- Start/finish detection not always accurate
- Saved videos/photos not always available
- Connectivity issues with Apple Watch
- App freezes or crashes during use

**Requested features**

- Add ability to mark/edit saved races
- Improve video recording and playback
- Implement better start/finish detection
- Allow portrait and landscape mode
- Provide better file management options


### Timer for Workouts

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/timer-for-workouts-repeat/id481226913)

This app provides a versatile timer for various workout styles, including HIIT, Tabata, and circuit training. It offers customizable intervals, background operation, and audible countdowns to keep users focused on their training. Designed for athletes and fitness enthusiasts, it simplifies interval timing for effective workouts.

**Highlights:** Customizable work and rest intervals, Support for Tabata, HIIT, EMOM, and circuits, Background operation with alerts, Audible countdowns, Fullscreen landscape mode, Save and switch between multiple timers

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly Workout Timers | $2.99 | per month |
| Yearly Workout Timers | $9.99 | per year |
| Lifetime timers | $19.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Versatile for various use cases
- 🚀 Simple and intuitive to use
- 💡 Helpful for managing routines and schedules
- 🚀 Excellent for interval training and workouts
- 👍 Customizable timers and intervals

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Sound issues (no sound, low volume, or inconsistent)
- 🔋 High battery drain
- 🔒 Lack of background/locked screen functionality
- 🐛 Bugs with timer resetting or not working as expected
- 🔒 No Apple Watch support

**Reported bugs**

- Timers not working consistently
- Sound issues and notifications not working as expected
- Compatibility problems with newer iOS versions
- Difficulty deleting or managing timers

**Requested features**

- More customization options for timer sounds and alerts
- Ability to schedule timers to repeat at specific times
- Support for multiple timers/intervals running simultaneously
- Improved background/locked screen functionality
- Integration with Apple Watch or other wearables


## Frequently asked questions

### Is SprintTimer free?

SprintTimer costs $4.99, and also offers in-app purchases.

### Is Timer for Workouts free?

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

### Which has better reviews, SprintTimer or Timer for Workouts?

Timer for Workouts is rated higher. SprintTimer averages 4.4 out of 5 from 228 ratings, while Timer for Workouts averages 4.6 from 1.4K ratings.

### Do SprintTimer or Timer for Workouts have ads?

Neither SprintTimer nor Timer for Workouts shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, SprintTimer or Timer for Workouts?

SprintTimer ships an update every 3 weeks, and Timer for Workouts monthly. Most recently, SprintTimer was updated on September 27, 2026 and Timer for Workouts on September 27, 2026.

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