Gym Timer Pro vs Rest
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side ā with what reviewers say about each.
Gym Timer Pro
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GymTimerPro is a rest timer designed for strength training in the gym. It is not for running, yoga, or cardio: it is built for weightlifting sets so you can train with rhythm, focus, and consistency. Do your set, tap once to start your rest, and return to training when time is up. No constant phone checking. No unnecessary interruptions. With GymTimerPro you can: - Track rest between sets quickly and accurately - Train with fewer distractions and better focus - Create and save routines to repeat workouts easily - Follow your progress with a clear view of your activity If you train for real strength, controlling rest makes a difference. GymTimerPro helps you keep it simple, fast, and consistent. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://alejandroestevemaza.github.io/GymTimerPro-privacy/
Rest
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Log a set and Rest starts your rest timer on its own, with the right duration for the exercise: more time after heavy squats and deadlifts, less after curls and lateral raises. No guessing, no forgetting to start the clock. AUTOMATIC REST TIMER ⢠5 rest tiers by exercise type: heavy compound 4 min, compound 3 min, accessory 2 min, isolation 90 s, light isolation 60 s ⢠100+ exercises already classified ⢠Set your own rest time for any exercise and Rest remembers it LOCK SCREEN & DYNAMIC ISLAND ⢠The countdown stays on your Lock Screen and in the Dynamic Island with Live Activities ⢠See the exercise and set at a glance, without unlocking your phone ⢠Haptics and a notification when it's time for the next set FAST SET LOGGING ⢠Weight and reps, nothing else ⢠Last session's numbers are pre-filled: one tap logs the set and starts the timer ROUTINES, HISTORY & PROGRESSION ⢠Save your splits as routines (push, pull, legs...) or start an empty workout ⢠Browse and edit past sessions, copy a clean workout summary to your notes ⢠Charts per exercise: max weight, estimated 1RM, volume and personal records ⢠Weekly volume and muscle group breakdown PRIVATE & OFFLINE ⢠No account, no sign-up ⢠Your workouts are stored on your iPhone and the app works without a connection, even in a basement gym ⢠Export and import your data to move to a new phone kg or lbs, light and dark themes. REST PRO Rest Pro unlocks the whole app: automatic rest timer, Live Activities, unlimited routines, history and progression. Choose a yearly subscription with a 7-day free trial, or a monthly subscription. Payment is charged to your Apple Account at confirmation of purchase (at the end of the trial for the yearly plan). Subscriptions renew automatically unless cancelled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Manage or cancel anytime in your App Store account settings. Built by a lifter, for lifters. Terms of Use (EULA): https://rest.naelostudio.com/terms Privacy Policy: https://rest.naelostudio.com/privacy
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Verdict
The clearest difference is iOS requirement: Rest at 16.4 against Gym Timer Pro's 18.4. On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.
Scored on Price Ā· Rating Ā· Positive reviews Ā· Number of ratings Ā· Update frequency Ā· Ads Ā· In-app purchases Ā· Monetization Ā· Best chart rank Ā· Devices Ā· Requires iOS
Both are free to download. Gym Timer Pro sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month and Rest sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $24.99 per year. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
Gym Timer Pro ships an update monthly, Rest every 3 weeks. Both last shipped on October 24, 2026.
| Parameter | Gym Timer Pro | Rest |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | Monthly | Every 3 weeks ā better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad ā better | iPhone |
| Requires iOS | 18.4 | 16.4 ā better |
| Further details ā not scored | ||
| Size | 4 MB | 73 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Alejandro Esteve Maza | Veil-it |
In-app purchases
Gym Timer Pro
- GymTimer Pro Monthly14 Days trial$0.991 Month
- GymTimer Pro Yearly14 Days trial$8.991 Year
Rest
- Pro Annual7 Days trial$24.991 Year
- Rest Pro$59.99









