Comparison

PULSE Fitness Timer vs SO

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

Head to head
About

PULSE Fitness Timer

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PULSE is your all-in-one workout timer built for focus, consistency, and performance. Whether you’re running intervals, crushing a HIIT session, timing strength sets, or tracking laps, PULSE gives you fast, flexible tools that stay out of your way and keep you moving. Create custom timers in seconds, switch between stopwatch and interval modes, and save your favorite routines so they’re always ready when you are. With a clean, distraction-free design and precise timing, PULSE helps you train smarter and stay locked in. Perfect for: • HIIT & Tabata • Strength training & bodybuilding • Cross-training & circuits • Cardio & endurance workouts Key Features: • Interval timers (work/rest, rounds, custom phases) • Save multiple stopwatches by activity with laps, history, and progress tracking • Custom workout presets • Simple, modern interface • Built for speed and ease of use PULSE is designed for athletes, fitness enthusiasts, and anyone who values structure and momentum in their training. Start your next session with PULSE — and let every second count.

About

SO

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SO:Timer is a simple, polished interval timer for iPhone - Made especially for Emily & Ben! Set up work and rest blocks, follow a clear circular countdown, and track each round with a compact visual progress bar. The default workout is a classic 20 seconds work, 10 seconds rest, repeated 3 times, with starter presets for boxing rounds and focus sprints. SO:Timer is built for quick setup and repeat use: - Large central timer display - 20/10 starter interval by default - Visual work/rest progress bar - Custom workout presets - Haptic and audio transition cues - Dark, minimal interface - Theme selection - Basic workout statistics Use it for HIIT, running drills, boxing rounds, gym circuits, stretching, study sprints, or any routine that needs simple work/rest timing.

Screenshots

PULSE Fitness Timer3 screens
SO4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is device support: PULSE Fitness Timer at 3 against SO's 1. On price, ads, in-app purchases and iOS requirement 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

Scorecard1 real difference · 4 level
PULSE Fitness Timer versus SO: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPULSE Fitness TimerSO
PriceFreeFree
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Apple Watch — betteriPhone
Requires iOS17.0 — better18.0
Further details — not scored
Size28 MB1 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperAbrenyx Technologies IncSteven Orley

In-app purchases

None

PULSE Fitness Timer

No in-app purchases

None

SO

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is PULSE Fitness Timer free?
PULSE Fitness Timer is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is SO free?
SO is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do PULSE Fitness Timer or SO have ads?
Neither PULSE Fitness Timer nor SO shows ads.

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