# Timer for Workouts vs Whistle Timer

Timer for Workouts and Whistle Timer both sit at 4.6 stars, but that hides the real split: 77% of Timer for Workouts's written reviews are positive against 29% of Whistle Timer's. Timer for Workouts also leads on update cadence (monthly vs every 10 months) and ratings volume (1.4K vs 99). Whistle Timer's advantage is monetization model (free with in-app purchases vs subscription). On price, rating, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Timer for Workouts sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month and Whistle Timer sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. 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 99, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 77% of Timer for Workouts's written reviews are positive against 29% of Whistle Timer's.

Timer for Workouts ships an update monthly, Whistle Timer every 10 months. The most recent releases landed on September 24, 2026 and September 15, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Timer for Workouts | Whistle Timer |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.6 (1.4K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/timer-for-workouts-repeat/id481226913/reviews)** | [4.4 (99 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/whistle-timer/id1279336519/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **1.4K** | 99 |
| Positive reviews | **77.1% of reviews** | 28.6% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Monthly** | Every 10 months |
| Monetization | Subscription | **Free with in-app purchases** |
| Size | 72 MB | 4 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16 | **15** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | +4 |
| Developer | [Applorium Ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/1688522804) | [Applorium Ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/1688522804) |

## What reviewers say

### 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


### Whistle Timer

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/whistle-timer/id1279336519)

Create custom workout schedules with customizable work and break intervals. Save your training plans for future use and focus on your fitness goals. The app can run in the background to keep your workout on track.

**Highlights:** Customizable workout schedules, Add custom breaks, Save training plans, Background operation, Whistle sound option

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

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Unlock all settings | $2.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Timer for Workouts free?

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

### Is Whistle Timer free?

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

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

Timer for Workouts is rated higher. Timer for Workouts averages 4.6 out of 5 from 1.4K ratings, while Whistle Timer averages 4.4 from 99 ratings.

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

Neither Timer for Workouts nor Whistle Timer shows ads.

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

Timer for Workouts ships an update monthly, and Whistle Timer every 10 months. Most recently, Timer for Workouts was updated on September 24, 2026 and Whistle Timer on September 15, 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.*