Comparison

GymPulseTimer vs Rest

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

Head to head
About

GymPulseTimer

This interval timer app is designed for HIIT, Tabata, and circuit training. It features customizable work and rest periods, large visual countdowns, and audio cues. Live Activities display your progress on the Lock Screen and in the Dynamic Island, keeping you focused during workouts.

Highlights
  • Customizable work and rest intervals
  • Save workout presets
  • Large, readable countdown display
  • Audio beeps and voice cues
  • Lock Screen and Dynamic Island integration
  • Offline functionality
Features
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GymPulseTimer is a simple, powerful interval timer for HIIT, Tabata, and circuit workouts. SET UP YOUR WORKOUT - Configure Get Ready, Work, and Rest intervals - Set your Rounds and Sets - Save presets for your favorite workouts (1 free, unlimited with Pro) TRAIN WITH CLARITY - Large countdown ring that's easy to read mid-workout - Audio beeps and voice cues for phase changes - 3-2-1 countdown alerts before each transition LIVE ACTIVITIES - See your countdown right on the Lock Screen - Track progress in the Dynamic Island - Never miss a transition, even with your phone locked STAY FOCUSED - Pause, resume, and restart anytime - Screen stays on during your workout - Works offline — no account, no internet needed Download GymPulseTimer and start training smarter.

About

Rest

Features
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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

Screenshots

GymPulseTimer4 screens
Rest4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: GymPulseTimer at every 6 days against Rest's every 3 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. GymPulseTimer sells 1 one-off in-app purchase 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.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

GymPulseTimer ships an update every 6 days, Rest every 3 weeks. Both last shipped on October 24, 2026.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
GymPulseTimer versus Rest: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterGymPulseTimerRest
PriceFreeFree
Rating2.0 (2 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews0.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings2 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 6 days — betterEvery 3 weeks
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, Apple Watch — betteriPhone
Requires iOS17.016.4 — better
Further details — not scored
Size19 MB73 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperDaniel AncutaVeil-it

In-app purchases

1 purchases

GymPulseTimer

One-time1
  • Unlock GymPulse Pro$4.99
2 purchases

Rest

Subscriptions1
  • Pro Annual7 Days trial$24.991 Year
One-time1
  • Rest Pro$59.99

Questions

Is GymPulseTimer free?
GymPulseTimer is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Rest free?
Rest is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do GymPulseTimer or Rest have ads?
Neither GymPulseTimer nor Rest shows ads.
Which is updated more often, GymPulseTimer or Rest?
GymPulseTimer ships an update every 6 days, and Rest every 3 weeks. Most recently, GymPulseTimer was updated on October 24, 2026 and Rest on October 24, 2026.

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