# Rest vs Ben’s Timer

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Ben’s Timer at none against Rest's 2. Ben’s Timer also leads on update cadence (daily vs every 3 weeks) and device support (4 vs 1). On price, ads and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Rest sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $24.99 per year. Ben’s Timer asks for nothing beyond the download.

Rest ships an update every 3 weeks, Ben’s Timer daily. Both last shipped on October 31, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Rest | Ben’s Timer |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | **Daily** |
| Monetization | Freemium | — |
| Size | 73 MB | 19 MB |
| Requires iOS | **16.4** | 17.0 |
| Devices | iPhone | **iPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple Watch** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Veil-it](https://appshunter.io/developer/1761997602) | [Benjamin Hargarten](https://appshunter.io/developer/6816984109) |

## What reviewers say

### Rest

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/rest-gym-timer-and-workout-log/id6759504718)

This app automatically starts rest timers between sets based on exercise type, eliminating guesswork. It offers fast set logging, routine creation, and detailed progress tracking with charts. Enjoy offline functionality and data export for a seamless workout experience.

**Highlights:** Automatic rest timer by exercise type, Lock screen and Dynamic Island Live Activities, Fast set logging with pre-filled data, Customizable routines and workout history, Exercise progression charts and personal records, Offline functionality and data export

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Pro Annual | $24.99 | per year |
| Rest Pro | $59.99 | one-time |


### Ben’s Timer

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bens-timer/id6816984107)

**Features:** Apple Watch app

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Rest free?

Rest is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Ben’s Timer free?

Ben’s Timer is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Do Rest or Ben’s Timer have ads?

Neither Rest nor Ben’s Timer shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Rest or Ben’s Timer?

Rest ships an update every 3 weeks, and Ben’s Timer daily. Most recently, Rest was updated on October 31, 2026 and Ben’s Timer on October 31, 2026.

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