Gym Timer ™ vs SetFlow
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Gym Timer ™
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.
- Customizable Prepare, Start, and Rest timers
- Set counter for tracking progress
- Audio alerts for timer transitions
- User-friendly interface
- Background timer functionality (premium)
Read full descriptionHide full description
Are you tired of constantly checking the clock while you're at the gym? Gym Timer is designed to make your fitness sessions seamless and efficient, allowing you to focus solely on your fitness goals. How It Works Gym Timer consists of three essential timers to guide you through your gym session: • Prepare Timer: As soon as you hit 'Start,' the Prepare Timer kicks in. Use this time to get into position and mentally prepare for the fitness routine ahead. • Start Timer: After preparation, the Start Timer begins. This is your cue to start your exercise, whether it's lifting weights, doing squats, or any other activity. • Rest Timer: Once the Start Timer ends, the Rest Timer starts automatically. Take this time to catch your breath, hydrate, and get ready for the next set. The Start and Rest Timers will continue to alternate for the number of sets you've chosen. Once all sets are complete, Gym Timer will notify you that your gym session is finished. Features • Customizable Timers: Adjust the duration of the Prepare, Start, and Rest timers to fit your gym routine. • Set Counter: Keep track of the number of sets you've completed and how many are left. • Audio Alerts: Audible cues signal the transition between each timer, so you don't have to keep an eye on the screen. • User-Friendly Interface: The app's clean and intuitive design makes it easy to navigate, even when you're in the middle of a fitness session. Why Choose Gym Timer? • Efficiency: No more fumbling with your phone or gym equipment timers. Gym Timer streamlines your gym session, making it more efficient. • Flexibility: Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned athlete, Gym Timer is versatile enough to suit any gym routine. • Focus: With timers taking care of the timing, you can concentrate fully on your exercise, form, and technique. Download Gym Timer today and take the first step toward a more organized and effective fitness routine! Gym Timer app is free. You can use it forever, at no cost. However, Gym Timer does offer premium features for its subscribers. If you decide to purchase an upgrade, you will unlock additional features. ADDITIONAL FEATURES FOR SUBSCRIBED USERS • No Ads • Unlimited number of gym sessions per day • Keep timer active in background. The timer remains active even if you switch to another app or turn off the screen. Terms of Use: https://kociapp.github.io/Gym-Timer/term-of-use Privacy Policy: https://kociapp.github.io/Gym-Timer/privacy-policy
SetFlow
Read full descriptionHide full description
SetFlow is the simplest way to time your sets and rests in the gym. Start a set, tap once when you rack the weight, and SetFlow logs the set and counts down your rest — then automatically starts the next one. No fiddling, no menus. Just lift. Built for people who want a clean, glanceable timer and an honest log of every session — with nothing to sign up for. WHY SETFLOW • One-tap flow — start set, tap Rest, repeat. Your next set starts automatically (or turn that off for manual control). • A timer you can read across the gym — a big clock-face set dial and a colour-coded rest ring. • Group by exercise — name what you're doing (Squat, Bench, Deadlift) and SetFlow counts your sets per exercise. Set a per-exercise target and it nudges you on to the next one when you hit it. • Knows your rhythm — set a default rest time and an optional target number of sets. • Heads-up cues — beeps, a 3-2-1 countdown and haptics. Cues play over your music instead of stopping it. • Stays accurate — lock your phone or switch apps and the timer never drifts; a notification fires the moment rest ends. • Honest history — every workout is saved with total time, work time, rest time, average set, and a breakdown of each exercise. • Coaching tips — after every workout, SetFlow turns your numbers into plain-language suggestions on targets, rest discipline and pacing. • See your progress — current and longest streaks, lifetime totals, an activity heatmap, a sets-per-day chart, work-vs-rest and sets-by-exercise breakdowns, workouts by weekday, and personal bests. • Export anytime — share your full history as CSV or JSON. PRIVATE BY DESIGN SetFlow works fully offline. No accounts, no third-party ads, no tracking, no analytics. Your data lives on your device and never leaves it unless you choose to export it. HOW IT WORKS 1. Tap Start workout. 2. (Optional) Tap the "+" ring to name your exercise. 3. Tap Start set — the dial counts up. 4. Tap Rest — your set is logged and the rest countdown begins. 5. Rest ends → the next set starts automatically. 6. Tap Finish for your report and tips, saved to history. Great for weight training, calisthenics, and any set-and-rest routine. No subscription. No catch. A timer that gets out of your way. SetFlow is a workout timer, not medical advice. Consult a doctor before starting any exercise programme and stop if you feel unwell — you train at your own risk.
Screenshots
Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: SetFlow at none against Gym Timer ™'s 5. SetFlow also leads on ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 6 weeks). On price 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
Both are free to download. Gym Timer ™ sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per 7 days. SetFlow asks for nothing beyond the download.
Gym Timer ™ ships an update every 6 weeks, SetFlow every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 8, 2026 and September 10, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Gym Timer ™ | SetFlow |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.8 (28 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 28 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 6 weeks | Every 2 weeks — better |
| Ads | Yes | No — better |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | 13.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 13 MB | 25 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Andy Sutanto | Ian Hulme |
In-app purchases
Gym Timer ™
- Gym & Fitness Interval Timer$1.997 Days
- Gym & Fitness Interval Timer$3.991 Month
- Interval Timer Pro$6.996 Months
Show 1 moreShow fewer
- Fitness Timer Pro3 Days trial$19.991 Year
- Gym Timer Pro$39.99
SetFlow
No in-app purchases









