Comparison

Workout Timer vs Bram

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

Head to head
About

Workout Timer

Features
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Workout Timer: HIIT & Tabata is a simple, powerful, and reliable interval training timer designed for high-intensity workouts. Whether you’re a beginner starting your fitness journey or a professional athlete pushing your limits, this app delivers precise timing to help you train smarter and get better results. Perfect for home workouts, gym sessions, and coaching environments, Workout Timer gives you full control over your HIIT and Tabata routines with zero distractions. Perfect for Any Workout This timer is built to support a wide range of training styles, including: HIIT (High-Intensity Interval Training) Tabata (20s work / 10s rest) Circuit training Cardio sessions Bodyweight workouts CrossFit-style WODs Home fitness routines No matter how you train, this app adapts to your workout style. Dual Timer Modes Choose the setup that fits your routine: Custom HIIT Mode – Fully adjustable work and rest intervals Standard Tabata Mode – Classic 20-second work, 10-second rest protocol Both modes are easy to configure and start instantly. Smart & Simple Controls Train without interruptions using intuitive controls: One-tap start, pause, and stop Clear visual phase indicators (Work / Rest) Round counter display (1/8, 2/8, etc.) Large, easy-to-read timer screen Everything is designed for quick glances during intense workouts. Fully Custom Workouts Create workouts that match your goals: Work time: 10–300 seconds Rest time: 5–180 seconds Rounds: 1–50 Unlimited workout combinations From short fat-burning sessions to long endurance training, you’re in full control. Complete Workout Experience Stay focused and motivated with built-in feedback: Haptic feedback on phase changes Clear visual alerts between work and rest Workout completion celebrations Smooth, reliable performance during sessions No crashes. No delays. Just training. Clean & Distraction-Free Design Minimal, easy-to-use interface Color-coded phases (Red = Work, Green = Rest) No cluttered menus or unnecessary features Perfect visibility even during intense movement The app stays out of your way so you can focus on your workout. Who Is This App For? Home fitness enthusiasts HIIT and Tabata beginners Fitness coaches and personal trainers Busy professionals with limited time Weight loss and fat-burning workouts Athletes improving conditioning and endurance Why Choose Workout Timer? Accurate second-by-second timing Simple setup, start training in seconds Flexible customization for any routine Reliable performance during workouts Free to use with full core features Proven Training Methods HIIT has been shown to burn more calories in less time compared to steady-state exercise. The Tabata protocol improves both aerobic and anaerobic capacity. This app makes following these proven training methods easy and consistent. Safety Notice Always consult a medical professional before starting a new exercise program. Begin at a comfortable intensity and increase gradually based on your fitness level. Subscription Details Full Access – All Features Monthly: $8.99 Yearly: $39.99 Auto-renews unless canceled Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://www.e-droid.net/privacy.php?ida=3800960&idl=en Download Now Start training smarter and more efficiently with Workout Timer: HIIT & Tabata — the simple, powerful interval timer built for real workouts.

About

Bram

This app transforms your natural gym notes into structured workout data, tracking sets, reps, weight, and progress over time. It offers a simpler way to log training sessions, analyze performance, and achieve strength goals without complex interfaces.

Highlights
  • Natural workout note logging
  • Automatic set, rep, and weight tracking
  • Personal record (PR) tracking
  • Weekly progress insights
  • Training history by day
  • Volume tracking by muscle group
  • Apple Health integration
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Bram is a simple workout and strength tracker built to help you get stronger without tracking harder. Write your workouts like you would in a notes app. Bram turns natural gym notes into structured sets, reps, weight, PRs, volume, training history, and weekly training insights — so you can see what is actually improving and know what to beat next. BUILT FOR LIFTERS WHO KNOW HOW THEY TRAIN Bram is built for lifters who already have a routine, program, or training style — and just want a better way to remember what they did, what improved, and what to beat next time. It works especially well if you currently track workouts in a notes app, notebook, spreadsheet, or gym app that feels heavier than it needs to be. WHY BRAM No spreadsheet. No dropdown maze. No social feed. No complicated routine setup before you can train. Just a calmer way to get stronger and track progress. WHAT BRAM TRACKS • Natural workout notes • Sets, reps, weight, and PRs • Weekly workout progress • Training history by day • Volume across muscle groups • Streaks and weekly targets • Apple Health context • Strength progress over time • Training insights without managing a giant fitness app NOTES-STYLE LOGGING. REAL WORKOUT TRACKING. Notes are fast, but they do not track PRs, volume, progress, or training history. Traditional workout apps can track more, but often make logging feel slower than training. Bram gives you the speed of notes with the structure of a real workout tracker. BUILT FOR MORE THAN BARBELLS Use Bram for lifting, accessories, bodyweight work, calisthenics, conditioning, or any workout you want to remember. WRITE YOUR WORKOUT. BRAM TRACKS THE REST. Start with your next workout and keep your training history in one place. SUBSCRIPTION Bram requires an auto-renewable subscription after a 3-day free trial. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.trybram.app/terms Privacy Policy: https://www.trybram.app/privacy

Screenshots

Workout Timer4 screens
Bram4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: Bram at every 3 days against Workout Timer's every 3 weeks. Workout Timer'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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Workout Timer sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $7.99 per month and Bram sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $7.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Workout Timer ships an update every 3 weeks, Bram every 3 days. Both last shipped on October 9, 2026.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
Workout Timer versus Bram: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterWorkout TimerBram
PriceFreeFree
Rating—5.0 (2 ratings) — better
Positive reviews—100.0% of reviews
Number of ratings—2 — better
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeksEvery 3 days — better
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
Monetization—Free with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS13.0 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size37 MB28 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperEbenezer OtengKEEGAN JACOB RYAN

In-app purchases

3 purchases

Workout Timer

Subscriptions2
  • Premium Monthly$7.991 Month
  • Premium Yearly$34.991 Year
One-time1
  • Lifetime access$99.99
2 purchases

Bram

Subscriptions2
  • Premium Monthly3 Days trial$7.991 Month
  • Bram Yearly3 Days trial$49.991 Year

Questions

Is Workout Timer free?
Workout Timer is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Bram free?
Bram is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Workout Timer or Bram have ads?
Both Workout Timer and Bram show ads.
Which is updated more often, Workout Timer or Bram?
Workout Timer ships an update every 3 weeks, and Bram every 3 days. Most recently, Workout Timer was updated on October 9, 2026 and Bram on October 9, 2026.

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