# Gym Timer ™ vs Sobi

The clearest difference is monetization model: Gym Timer ™ at free with in-app purchases against Sobi's subscription. Gym Timer ™ also leads on review sentiment (100% vs 90%). Sobi's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (every 3 days vs every 6 weeks). On price, rating, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Gym Timer ™ sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per 7 days and Sobi sells 7 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.8 for Gym Timer ™ against 4.9 for Sobi. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Sobi has 228 ratings behind it against 28, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 100% of Gym Timer ™'s written reviews are positive against 90% of Sobi's.

Gym Timer ™ ships an update every 6 weeks, Sobi every 3 days. The most recent releases landed on October 10, 2026 and October 21, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Gym Timer ™ | Sobi |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.8 (28 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gym-timer/id6464317932/reviews) | **[4.9 (228 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sobi-sobriety-tracker/id6745745695/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 28 | **228** |
| Positive reviews | **100.0% of reviews** | 90.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 6 weeks | **Every 3 days** |
| Monetization | **Free with in-app purchases** | Subscription |
| Size | 13 MB | 63 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.0** | 15.1 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [Andy Sutanto](https://appshunter.io/developer/1659282966) | [Koby Conrad](https://appshunter.io/developer/1547099767) |

## What reviewers say

### Gym Timer ™

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gym-timer/id6464317932)

This app provides customizable timers for your workouts, including preparation, exercise, and rest periods. It offers audio cues and a set counter to keep you on track, allowing you to focus on your fitness goals without constantly checking the clock.

**Highlights:** Customizable Prepare, Start, and Rest timers, Set counter for tracking progress, Audio alerts for timer transitions, User-friendly interface, Background timer functionality (premium)

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (5)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Gym & Fitness Interval Timer | $1.99 | per 7 days |
| Gym & Fitness Interval Timer | $3.99 | per month |
| Interval Timer Pro | $6.99 | per 6 months |
| Fitness Timer Pro | $19.99 | per year |
| Gym Timer Pro | $39.99 | one-time |


### Sobi

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sobi-sobriety-tracker/id6745745695)

This app supports your journey to sobriety by offering tools for tracking progress, managing cravings, and reflecting on your journey. It provides daily insights, encouragement, and a supportive chat feature to help you build a healthier life.

**Highlights:** Personalized sobriety tracker, Journaling and mood reflection, Breathing exercises, Supportive chat, Quick access help button, Progress badges and XP, Savings and benefits tracking

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

**In-app purchases (7)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Sobi Pro Monthly (50% Off) | $3.99 | per month |
| Sobi Pro Monthly | $8.99 | per month |
| Sobi Pro Yearly (70% Off) | $19.99 | per year |
| Sobi Pro Yearly | $39.99 | per year |
| Sobi Pro Yearly | $69.99 | per year |
| Sobi Pro Lifetime Free (Promo) | Free | one-time |
| Sobi Pro Lifetime | $24.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Gym Timer ™ free?

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

### Is Sobi free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Gym Timer ™ or Sobi?

Sobi is rated higher. Gym Timer ™ averages 4.8 out of 5 from 28 ratings, while Sobi averages 4.9 from 228 ratings.

### Do Gym Timer ™ or Sobi have ads?

Gym Timer ™ shows ads; Sobi does not.

### Which is updated more often, Gym Timer ™ or Sobi?

Gym Timer ™ ships an update every 6 weeks, and Sobi every 3 days. Most recently, Gym Timer ™ was updated on October 10, 2026 and Sobi on October 21, 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.*