Comparison

4Time vs The Standard Timer

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

Head to head
About

4Time

This app provides a suite of versatile timers designed for XF and XF-style workouts. It includes features like rep counting, round-by-round result tracking, and a programmable Tabata timer. Additionally, it offers remote control functionality with a second iOS device and music library integration.

Highlights
  • Standard timer
  • Countdown timer
  • Interval timer
  • Lap timer
  • Programmable Tabata timer
  • Remote control with second iOS device
  • Rep counting by screen tap
  • Workout results tracking
Features
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Simple and reliable timers to use with your XF or XF style workouts. 4Time contains a standard timer, countdown timer, interval timer, lap timer, and even a fully programmable tabata timer. ◦ 4Time is the only timer in the App Store that allows you to use your second iOS device as a remote control! (in-app purchase required; both devices must be running same version of iOS). ◦ All timers allow you to tap the screen to add reps (except the lap timer, which allows you to add laps), helping you or a friend to keep count while you're working out. ◦ After you complete your workout, you're automatically shown your results (if available) displaying your completed reps for each round. This makes it easy to track your workout round by round and record this data to your personal log/journal easily. ◦ Tabata Timer: Allows you to set work, rest between intervals, rest between tabatas, number of rounds, and number of tabatas -- as well as a custom name for each tabata. Everything you need! ◦ 4Time also give you access to your device's music library so you can listen to that power song to push you the extra mile! ◦ Like to be original? 4Time offers several different timer sounds for you to choose one (requires in app purchase). **************************************************** If you encounter any problems with 4Time please email us directly (supportdreamworkshop@me.com) as opposed to leaving a negative review. Be sure our responses are not being automatically placed into your "Junk" mailbox. It is difficult for us to help you when we cannot communicate back to you. We also request that you "report a problem" in the App Store. This will help us determine the cause of the problem. It also helps us and other users when we receive emails from you. Thank you : ) ****************************************************

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

Screenshots

4Time4 screens
The Standard Timer4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: The Standard Timer at 5.0 against 4Time's 4.4. The Standard Timer also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 7). 4Time's advantage is review sentiment (90% vs 50%) and price ($0.99 vs $4.99). On update cadence, ads and device support 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

4Time costs $0.99 and The Standard Timer $4.99 up front. 4Time sells 7 one-off in-app purchases. The Standard Timer asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

The Standard Timer holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: 4Time has 49 ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 90% of 4Time's written reviews are positive against 50% of The Standard Timer's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

4Time ships an update every 3 months, The Standard Timer every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 14, 2026 and September 30, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard7 real differences · 3 level
4Time versus The Standard Timer: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
Parameter4TimeThe Standard Timer
Price$0.99 — better$4.99
Rating4.4 (49 ratings)5.0 (2 ratings) — better
Positive reviews90.3% of reviews — better50.0% of reviews
Number of ratings49 — better2
Update frequencyEvery 3 monthsEvery 2 months — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases — betterPaid
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac — better
Requires iOS8.0 — better12.0
Further details — not scored
Size5 MB12 MB
Age rating4++4
DeveloperMettaBot, LLCSamuel Harmon

Customer experience

4Time

All ratings49 ratings
Positive87.8%
Neutral0.0%
Negative12.2%
Written reviews93 reviews
Positive90.3%
Neutral2.2%
Negative7.5%

The Standard Timer

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

In-app purchases

7 purchases

4Time

One-time7
  • Remote Control$0.99
  • Premium Timer Sound 1$0.99
  • Premium Timer Sound 2$0.99
Show 4 more
  • Premium Timer Sound 3$0.99
  • Premium Timer Sound 4$0.99
  • Premium Timer 5$0.99
  • Premium Timer Sound Pack$1.99
None

The Standard Timer

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is 4Time free?
4Time costs $0.99, and also offers in-app purchases.
Is The Standard Timer free?
The Standard Timer costs $4.99, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, 4Time or The Standard Timer?
The Standard Timer is rated higher. 4Time averages 4.4 out of 5 from 49 ratings, while The Standard Timer averages 5.0 from 2 ratings.
Do 4Time or The Standard Timer have ads?
Neither 4Time nor The Standard Timer shows ads.
Which is updated more often, 4Time or The Standard Timer?
4Time ships an update every 3 months, and The Standard Timer every 2 months. Most recently, 4Time was updated on October 14, 2026 and The Standard Timer on September 30, 2026.

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