# Formula Nova vs Timer for Workouts

The clearest difference is rating: Timer for Workouts at 4.6 against Formula Nova's 3.4. Timer for Workouts also leads on ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (monthly vs every 5 months). Formula Nova's advantage is monetization model (free with in-app purchases vs subscription). On price, in-app purchases, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Formula Nova sells 1 one-off in-app purchase 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 3.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Timer for Workouts has 1.4K ratings behind it against 21, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 67% of Formula Nova's written reviews are positive against 77% of Timer for Workouts's.

Formula Nova ships an update every 5 months, Timer for Workouts monthly. The most recent releases landed on September 11, 2026 and September 27, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Formula Nova | Timer for Workouts |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.4 (21 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/formula-nova/id453546463/reviews) | **[4.6 (1.4K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/timer-for-workouts-repeat/id481226913/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 21 | **1.4K** |
| Positive reviews | 66.7% of reviews | **77.1% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 5 months | **Monthly** |
| Monetization | **Free with in-app purchases** | Subscription |
| Size | 67 MB | 72 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.0** | 16 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Gil Beyruth](https://appshunter.io/developer/347634769) | [Applorium Ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/1688522804) |

## What reviewers say

### Formula Nova

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/formula-nova/id453546463)

Experience thrilling arcade-style racing with this free top-view game. Customize your car, compete on leaderboards, and unlock achievements. Additional track and car packages are available for purchase.

**Highlights:** Top-view arcade racing, Car customization (color), Multiple control options, Leaderboards and achievements, Car durability and repair system, Realistic car visuals and explosions

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| FormulaNova track package 1 | $2.99 | one-time |


### 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 Formula Nova free?

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

### Is Timer for Workouts free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Formula Nova or Timer for Workouts?

Timer for Workouts is rated higher. Formula Nova averages 3.4 out of 5 from 21 ratings, while Timer for Workouts averages 4.6 from 1.4K ratings.

### Do Formula Nova or Timer for Workouts have ads?

Formula Nova shows ads; Timer for Workouts does not.

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

Formula Nova ships an update every 5 months, and Timer for Workouts monthly. Most recently, Formula Nova was updated on September 11, 2026 and Timer for Workouts on September 27, 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.*