Comparison

RestIQ vs Gym Timer Docali

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

Head to head
About

RestIQ

This app automatically times your rest periods between gym sets using your phone's motion. It displays timers on your lock screen and dynamic island, offering haptic and chime cues. Track overtime and review workout summaries.

Highlights
  • Automatic rest timer detection
  • Lock screen and Dynamic Island display
  • Haptic and chime rest cues
  • Overtime rest tracking
  • Custom rest presets
  • Workout summary
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RestIQ automatically starts your rest timer between sets: Put your phone down to lift, then pick it up when you're done. RestIQ detects when you pick up your phone and starts your rest timer automatically. Once your timer finishes, RestIQ keeps counting until you actually place your phone down. Live on your Lock Screen and Dynamic Island: Your rest timer stays visible without needing to keep the app open. Watch the countdown in the Dynamic Island, and pause, reset, skip, or start your next set right from the Lock Screen. It keeps running even when your phone is in your pocket. Never guess your rest again: Automatic set & rest detection: put your phone down to train, pick it up to rest. Overtime tracking: see exactly how much you exceed your target rest by. Custom rest presets: set the exact rest time you want and switch between presets on the fly. Haptics & chime: get a clear cue the instant your rest is up, without staring at the screen. Workout summary: review your sets and rest times after every session. Rest smarter. Train harder. RestIQ Pro: Unlock RestIQ Pro with a monthly or yearly subscription. Prices are shown in the app and may vary by region. Payment is charged to your Apple Account at confirmation of purchase. Your subscription renews automatically unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Your account is charged for renewal within 24 hours prior to the end of the current period. Manage or cancel anytime in your device's Account Settings after purchase. Any unused portion of a free trial is forfeited when you purchase a subscription, where applicable. Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://tryrestiq.com/privacy

About

Gym Timer Docali

This workout timer helps lifters easily track sets and rest periods. It features a large, dark-mode display for gym visibility and allows for quick rest presets and workout resets. Designed for simplicity, it focuses on stopwatch and rest timing without complex fitness tracking.

Highlights
  • Set timer
  • Rest countdown timer
  • Set counter
  • Quick rest presets
  • Pause and resume rest
  • Simple dark gym-friendly design
Features
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Docali Training – Consistency Beats Intensity. Train smarter. Build strength. Push your limits. Every rep, every workout, and every challenge brings you one step closer to your goals. Meet Docali Training, your all in one workout companion built for lifters, runners, and calisthenics athletes. Whether you're just getting started or working toward your next big milestone, Docali gives you the tools to stay consistent, challenge yourself, and make every workout count. With your own energetic heart mascot cheering you on, training has never felt more fun. PLAN YOUR WORKOUTS Take control of your training with a simple, organized workout planner. • Create your daily workouts • Add exercises with sets, reps, and weights • Keep your training organized • View your recovery status and workout streaks No unnecessary complexity. Just you, your goals, and your next workout. TAKE ON WEEKLY CHALLENGES One week. One goal. How far can you go? Put your determination to the test with weekly running challenges designed for different fitness levels. Choose your difficulty: • Easy • Medium • Hard • Very Hard • Extreme Whether you're aiming for a casual mile or pushing your endurance to the extreme, there's a challenge waiting for you. EXPLORE CALISTHENICS Ever wanted to master a handstand or pull off your first muscle-up? Discover bodyweight skills and learn how to practice them with easy-to-follow instructions. Explore movements including: • L-Sit • Handstand • Muscle-Up • Human Flag Each skill includes practical instructions, interesting history, and estimated learning times to help you better understand the movement. TRAIN TOGETHER WITH SMART TOOLS Whether you're training alone or with a friend, Docali helps keep your sessions organized. Workout Timer: • Track sets and rest periods • Automatically begin your rest countdown after completing a set • Choose your preferred rest duration • Time two people independently during the same workout Pull-Up Counter: • Count your pull-ups • Keep separate counts for multiple people • Quickly switch between participants • Reset counts whenever you're ready to start again Spend less time managing your workout and more time actually training. BUILT TO KEEP YOU MOVING Docali combines a clean, colorful interface with a playful fitness mascot to make training simple and enjoyable. Whether you're lifting weights at the gym, practicing calisthenics at the park, or completing your weekly running challenge, Docali is ready to train alongside you. YOUR JOURNEY STARTS WITH ONE REP. Progress doesn't happen overnight. It's built through discipline, dedication, and showing up again and again. Consistency beats intensity. Download Docali Training and make every workout count.

Screenshots

RestIQ4 screens
Gym Timer Docali4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Gym Timer Docali at none against RestIQ's 2. Gym Timer Docali also leads on iOS requirement (15.1 vs 26.0). RestIQ's advantage is update cadence (daily vs every 6 weeks) and ratings volume (12 vs 3). On price, rating, review sentiment and ads 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. RestIQ sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Gym Timer Docali asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.9 for RestIQ against 5.0 for Gym Timer Docali. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 12 and 3 respectively. Written reviews split almost evenly too, at 100% and 100% positive.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

RestIQ ships an update daily, Gym Timer Docali every 6 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 31, 2026 and October 25, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
RestIQ versus Gym Timer Docali: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterRestIQGym Timer Docali
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.9 (12 ratings)5.0 (3 ratings) — better
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews100.0% of reviews
Number of ratings12 — better3
Update frequencyDaily — betterEvery 6 weeks
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFreemiumFree — better
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPod — better
Requires iOS26.015.1 — better
Further details — not scored
Size15 MB38 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperSami JumaDaniel Ocampo

Customer experience

RestIQ

All ratings11 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews7 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Gym Timer Docali

All ratings2 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

2 purchases

RestIQ

Subscriptions2
  • RestIQ Pro7 Days trial$2.991 Month
  • RestIQ Pro7 Days trial$19.991 Year
None

Gym Timer Docali

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is RestIQ free?
RestIQ is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Gym Timer Docali free?
Gym Timer Docali is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, RestIQ or Gym Timer Docali?
Gym Timer Docali is rated higher. RestIQ averages 4.9 out of 5 from 12 ratings, while Gym Timer Docali averages 5.0 from 3 ratings.
Do RestIQ or Gym Timer Docali have ads?
Neither RestIQ nor Gym Timer Docali shows ads.
Which is updated more often, RestIQ or Gym Timer Docali?
RestIQ ships an update daily, and Gym Timer Docali every 6 weeks. Most recently, RestIQ was updated on October 31, 2026 and Gym Timer Docali on October 25, 2026.

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