Comparison

Gym Rest Timer vs Set/Rest

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

Head to head
About

Gym Rest Timer

Features
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The simple, powerful timer made for weightlifters, HIIT, and gym training. Gym Rest Timer is your no-fuss workout timer - built for strength training, HIIT, sets, circuits, and even yoga or Tabata. Whether you’re lifting heavy or doing interval workouts, this app helps you rest the right amount and stay on track. Made for Weights, Sets, and Circuits • Quick-start buttons for 30, 60, 90, or 180 seconds • Easy-to-edit custom times to match any routine • Perfect for progressive overload, supersets, and timed rest between sets Clean, Focused Interface • Visual countdown with haptic feedback • Set counter to track your progress • Optional screen-on mode to keep timer visible Custom Alerts & Smart Notifications • Vibration or sound alert when rest ends • Works even while using other apps • Fully customizable notification settings Simple, Effective, Reliable No complicated features. Just a smooth gym timer that works exactly how you need it to. Whether you’re training for strength, endurance, or recovery, this timer helps you stay focused, efficient, and consistent. Download now and upgrade your gym sessions. Privacy Policy: https://ninetysixsoftware.co.uk/simple-gym-rest-timer-privacy-policy Terms of Use: https://apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula

About

Set/Rest

This app provides a streamlined rest timer for gym workouts, offering visual and audio cues for transitions between sets. Customize rest periods, track progress, and utilize its offline functionality with an interface designed for quick interaction.

Highlights
  • One-tap rest start
  • Pause and extend rest
  • Visual and audio cues
  • Preset and custom durations
  • Track completed rests
  • Offline functionality
  • Portrait and landscape support
Features
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Set/Rest is a focused gym rest timer for stronger, smoother workouts. Start a rest with one tap, pause or extend it when needed, and get clear visual and audio cues when it is time for the next set. Choose a preset or custom rest duration, track completed rests, and keep your session moving with an interface designed for quick glances and easy taps. Set/Rest works offline and supports portrait and landscape layouts, local notifications, accessibility labels, and an optional screen-awake mode. Set/Rest Pro adds the Apple Watch timer, home screen widgets, and an ad-free experience. Restore your purchase anytime across your devices.

Screenshots

Gym Rest Timer4 screens
Set/Rest4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: Set/Rest at daily against Gym Rest Timer's every 6 weeks. On price, ads, in-app purchases 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

Both are free to download. Gym Rest Timer sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $0.39 per month and Set/Rest sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Gym Rest Timer ships an update every 6 weeks, Set/Rest daily. The most recent releases landed on November 4, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference · 8 level
Gym Rest Timer versus Set/Rest: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterGym Rest TimerSet/Rest
PriceFreeFree
Rating—5.0 (3 ratings) — better
Number of ratings—3 — better
Update frequencyEvery 6 weeksDaily — better
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
Monetization—Free with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, Apple Watch
Requires iOS16.0 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size81 MB7 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperNinety Six Software LtdShubhranshu Kumar

In-app purchases

2 purchases

Gym Rest Timer

Subscriptions1
  • Premium Monthly7 Days trial$0.391 Month
One-time1
  • Lifetime Premium$2.99
1 purchases

Set/Rest

One-time1
  • Set/Rest Pro$4.99

Questions

Is Gym Rest Timer free?
Gym Rest Timer is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Set/Rest free?
Set/Rest is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Gym Rest Timer or Set/Rest have ads?
Both Gym Rest Timer and Set/Rest show ads.
Which is updated more often, Gym Rest Timer or Set/Rest?
Gym Rest Timer ships an update every 6 weeks, and Set/Rest daily. Most recently, Gym Rest Timer was updated on November 4, 2026 and Set/Rest on October 31, 2026.

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