Train Rest Repeat vs Set
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Train Rest Repeat
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I built Watch Rest & Recovery Timer because I wanted a quick, distraction-free way to track rest between sets—without pulling out my phone. Whether you're lifting, doing HIIT, bodyweight exercises, or any structured workout, this timer keeps you on track. – Start, pause, and reset your rest timer with a tap. – No unnecessary features—just a clean, focused rest timer. – Discreet vibration alerts – Stay in the zone with haptic feedback when your rest time is up. – Apple Watch Ready – Control your timer from your wrist—no need to touch your phone. – Automatic Set Tracking – Easily keep count of your sets without losing focus. No clutter, no distractions—just a reliable rest timer to help you train smarter. Download and make every second count!
Set
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Set-Rest Timer is a simple, customizable interval timer for any timed activity. - Set number of rounds, work time, rest time, and optional preparation time - Shows current phase and countdown with large, readable digits - Plays sound alerts at each transition - Useful for stretching, rehab, circuits, strength training, or similar routines - No ads, no login, no internet required Ready to use on install.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: Set at daily against Train Rest Repeat's fortnightly. Train Rest Repeat's advantage is iOS requirement (13.0 vs 17.0). 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
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
Train Rest Repeat ships an update fortnightly, Set daily. The most recent releases landed on September 11, 2026 and September 12, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Train Rest Repeat | Set |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | Fortnightly | Daily — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod, Apple Watch — better | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 13.0 — better | 17.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 1 MB | 1 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Ian Remillard | Lari Partanen |
In-app purchases
Train Rest Repeat
No in-app purchases
Set
No in-app purchases
Questions
Is Train Rest Repeat free?
Is Set free?
Do Train Rest Repeat or Set have ads?
Which is updated more often, Train Rest Repeat or Set?
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