Comparison

Gym Timer vs CapyClimb

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

Head to head
About

Gym Timer

Features
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Gym Timer is a free interval timer app designed for weight training, HIIT, Tabata, and boxing workouts. It helps you manage rest periods between sets with precision so you can stay focused and get the most out of every session. Whether you train at the gym or at home, Gym Timer gives you accurate, customizable timers that are free to use, with optional Premium plans for an ad-free experience. KEY FEATURES ● 9 Built-in Workout Presets Start training immediately with ready-made presets: 1/2/3/5-minute rest timers, Tabata (20s work / 10s rest), HIIT 30/30, Boxing rounds (3min / 1min rest), and more. No setup required. ● Fully Customizable Timers Create your own timer menus with unlimited steps. Set custom durations, names, and colors for each step. Perfect for building routines that match your exact training style. ● Lock Screen & Dynamic Island See your remaining time on the Lock Screen and Dynamic Island without unlocking your phone. Never miss a timer while resting between sets. ● Background Timer with Notifications The timer keeps running in the background. Get notified with sound alerts and vibrations when each step completes — even when your phone is locked. ● Color-Coded Steps Distinguish training from rest periods at a glance. Choose from 9 colors to visually organize your workout steps. ● Stopwatch with Live Activity & Voice Announcements Track your workout times with a stopwatch that supports lap recording with centisecond precision. The stopwatch now appears on the Lock Screen and Dynamic Island, and announces elapsed time aloud — focus on your workout without checking the screen. ● Haptic Feedback & Sound Effects Get clear physical and audio cues when steps start, pause, or complete. WHY CHOOSE GYM TIMER - Free to download, with optional Premium plans - Your timer data stays on your device - Lightweight and fast — no bloat, no account required - Supports Dynamic Island and Live Activities on iPhone 14 Pro and later - Designed specifically for weight training rest periods PERFECT FOR - Managing rest periods between sets at the gym - HIIT and Tabata interval training at home - Boxing round timers - CrossFit and circuit training - Anyone looking for a simple, reliable workout timer Download Gym Timer today and take control of your rest periods. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

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CapyClimb

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CapyClimb — your member key to our climbing gym in Nakano, Tokyo. Buy a pass, walk up, and open the door from your phone. The CapyClimb app is how members get in, grab a locker, and track their training — built around a gym that prioritizes movement over noise. ABOUT THE GYM A sanctuary for climbers dedicated to the art of movement. Premium system boards, a spray wall with community-set problems, specialty coffee, sauna recovery, and coworking space. Three system boards, 150+ route sets, and a community of dedicated climbers — no loud music, no distractions. WHAT THE APP DOES • Open the gym door with one tap — your phone and your active pass are your key. • Rent a locker the same way: one tap to claim, open, and return it. • Buy day passes and monthly memberships right in the app. Students, seniors, and adaptive climbers get a reduced rate. • See how busy the gym is before you head over, straight from the Home screen. • Track your climbing: visit history, most-visited gym, weekly frequency, and your current training streak. • Spray wall: browse community-set problems, log your sends, rate them, and add your own. • Claim gift passes from partner businesses via link or in-app QR scan. • Sign in with Apple, LINE, or email. Delete your account anytime from Settings — no email back-and-forth. GETTING A PASS Day passes and memberships are sold right in the app (and at the front desk). Once a pass is on your account, the app handles the rest — validity, credit tracking, and door entry. Memberships renew monthly and can be cancelled with the staff or via support@capyclimb.com. PRIVACY & SECURITY We collect only what's needed to give you safe access to the gym and your purchased passes. Door access uses short-lived, server-verified commands — nothing to screenshot, nothing to lose. Full policy at https://capyclimb.com/privacy. SUPPORT Email support@capyclimb.com or visit https://capyclimb.com/support — we typically reply within one business day, Japan time. CapyClimb is operated by TheCapybaraCompany — Tokyo, Japan. 3-25-1 Nakano, Tokyo 164-0001.

Screenshots

Gym Timer4 screens
CapyClimb4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: CapyClimb at none against Gym Timer's shown. CapyClimb also leads on update cadence (every 9 days vs every 3 weeks). On price, in-app purchases, device support 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.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Gym Timer ships an update every 3 weeks, CapyClimb every 9 days. The most recent releases landed on September 18, 2026 and September 21, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 4 level
Gym Timer versus CapyClimb: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterGym TimerCapyClimb
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeksEvery 9 days — better
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesNoNo
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPod
Requires iOS16.215.1 — better
Further details — not scored
Size16 MB60 MB
Age rating4+17+
Developertakeru urushiharathanakij Wanavit

In-app purchases

None

Gym Timer

No in-app purchases

None

CapyClimb

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Gym Timer free?
Gym Timer is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is CapyClimb free?
CapyClimb is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Gym Timer or CapyClimb have ads?
Gym Timer shows ads; CapyClimb does not.
Which is updated more often, Gym Timer or CapyClimb?
Gym Timer ships an update every 3 weeks, and CapyClimb every 9 days. Most recently, Gym Timer was updated on September 18, 2026 and CapyClimb on September 21, 2026.

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