Comparison

PureTimer vs DAWT

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

Head to head
About

PureTimer

Features
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No subscription. No signup. No nonsense. PureTimer is the simplest interval timer on the App Store. Two sliders. One button. That's it. Set your work interval. Set your rest interval. Press go. PureTimer handles the rest — automatically cycling through your rounds with loud, clear audio cues that cut through gym noise and AirPods. PERFECT FOR: • HIIT and Tabata workouts • Boxing rounds and circuit training • Sprint intervals and timed holds • Any workout that needs a reliable, no-fuss timer FEATURES: • Work and rest intervals from 5 seconds to 5 minutes • Up to 99 rounds • iCloud sync — your saved presets stay in sync across every iPhone, iPad, and Apple Watch on the same iCloud account • Spoken cues — hear "Work!" and "Rest!" out loud between phases • Distinct audio tones for work and rest transitions • 3-2-1 countdown before each phase change • Circular progress ring — red for work, blue for rest • Live Activity on Dynamic Island and Lock Screen • Apple Watch app — glance at your wrist without touching your phone • Saved presets — switch between your favourite workouts instantly • Timer continues when your phone is locked or you switch apps • Plays over your music without interrupting it • Haptic feedback on all phase transitions • Screen stays awake during your workout • Your last settings are saved automatically NO SUBSCRIPTION. EVER. PureTimer is completely free. No subscriptions, no hidden costs — just a timer that works.

About

DAWT

Features
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DAWT is your personal trainer in your pocket. Generate custom workout plans with AI, train every session with an AI coach that guides you in real time, and track your loads, progress and milestones. WHAT YOU DO WITH DAWT • Personalized plans generated by AI from your goals, schedule, equipment and level. • AI coach in chat: advice, technique questions, plan adjustments. • Full tracker: sets, reps, loads, rest timer. • Progress and charts: see how you improve over time. • Medical reports (optional): upload blood tests or checkups and the AI takes them into account for your safety, only with your consent. SUBSCRIPTIONS DAWT is free to start. Subscriptions unlock more: • Start: up to 2 AI plans, charts and reminders. • Plus: unlimited AI plans, chat coach, report analysis. • Pro: everything in Plus, with a higher-tier AI coach. PRIVACY AND HEALTH Your data is protected and encrypted. Health data is used by the AI only with your explicit consent, which you can revoke at any time. You can delete your account and data directly in the app. DAWT content is for informational and fitness purposes and does not replace medical advice. --- Auto-renewable subscription. Payment is charged to your Apple account at confirmation. It renews automatically unless cancelled at least 24 hours before the end of the period. Manage or cancel renewal in your account settings. Privacy: https://dawtmilano.com/privacy.html Ā· Terms: https://dawtmilano.com/termini.html

Screenshots

PureTimer3 screens
DAWT4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: DAWT at every 2 days against PureTimer's weekly. DAWT also leads on iOS requirement (15.1 vs 18.0). On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support 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

CostPrice Ā· In-app purchases Ā· Ads Ā· Monetization

Both are free to download. PureTimer sells 4 one-off in-app purchases and DAWT sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

PureTimer ships an update weekly, DAWT every 2 days. The most recent releases landed on November 9, 2026 and November 5, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences Ā· 4 level
PureTimer versus DAWT: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPureTimerDAWT
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyWeeklyEvery 2 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Apple WatchiPhone, iPod, Apple Watch
Requires iOS18.015.1 — better
Further details — not scored
Size3 MB46 MB
Age rating4+12+
DeveloperJose Moreira NetoThomas Donzella

In-app purchases

4 purchases

PureTimer

One-time4
  • Coffee Tip$0.99
  • Lunch Tip$2.99
  • Dinner Tip$4.99
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  • Legend Tip$9.99
6 purchases

DAWT

Subscriptions6
  • DAWT Start7 Days trial$2.991 Month
  • DAWT Plus7 Days trial$7.991 Month
  • DAWT Pro7 Days trial$11.991 Month
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  • DAWT Start7 Days trial$17.991 Year
  • DAWT Plus7 Days trial$49.991 Year
  • DAWT Pro7 Days trial$89.991 Year

Questions

Is PureTimer free?
PureTimer is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is DAWT free?
DAWT is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do PureTimer or DAWT have ads?
Neither PureTimer nor DAWT shows ads.
Which is updated more often, PureTimer or DAWT?
PureTimer ships an update weekly, and DAWT every 2 days. Most recently, PureTimer was updated on November 9, 2026 and DAWT on November 5, 2026.

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