# PushPress Workout Timer vs Timer Plus

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: PushPress Workout Timer at none against Timer Plus's 4. PushPress Workout Timer also leads on ads (none vs shown) and iOS requirement (11.0 vs 13.0). Timer Plus's advantage is review sentiment (94% vs 76%) and ratings volume (60K vs 5.7K). On price, rating and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Timer Plus sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. PushPress Workout Timer asks for nothing beyond the download.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.8 for PushPress Workout Timer against 4.8 for Timer Plus. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Timer Plus has 60K ratings behind it against 5.7K, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 76% of PushPress Workout Timer's written reviews are positive against 94% of Timer Plus's.

PushPress Workout Timer ships an update every 2 months, Timer Plus every 3 weeks. Both last shipped on October 9, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | PushPress Workout Timer | Timer Plus |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.8 (5.7K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pushpress-workout-timer/id826016623/reviews) | [4.8 (60K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/timer-plus-workouts-timer/id1279716547/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 5.7K | **60K** |
| Positive reviews | 75.9% of reviews | **93.7% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | **Every 3 weeks** |
| Monetization | **Free** | Ad-supported |
| Size | 112 MB | 27 MB |
| Requires iOS | **11.0** | 13.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch | iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [PushPress, Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/688595778) | [ArGames](https://appshunter.io/developer/1810651723) |

## What reviewers say

### PushPress Workout Timer

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pushpress-workout-timer/id826016623)

This app provides a versatile interval timer for high-intensity workouts like AMRAP, EMOM, and Tabata. It features a clean, easy-to-read display and integrates with Apple Health to record workout data. Users can also access motivational countdowns from famous fitness personalities.

**Highlights:** AMRAP, Count Up, Count Down, EMOM, Tabata timers, Records active energy burned to Apple Health, Motivational countdowns from fitness personalities, Clean, bold, high-contrast display, Pair with TV for a gym clock display

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Apple Watch app, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Great timer for workouts
- 🚀 Simple and easy to use
- 💡 Customizable timer settings
- 🔒 No ads or subscriptions
- 👍 Helpful voice prompts

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Sound issues (volume changes, audio cutting out)
- 🔋 Drains battery when running in background
- 🐛 Compatibility issues with Apple Watch and other apps
- 👎 Intrusive ads in some versions

**Reported bugs**

- Timer resetting or freezing during workouts
- Inconsistent behavior of 'Rounds Left' and 'Cycles Left' timers
- Workout duration not accurately recorded in Apple Health

**Requested features**

- Option to choose countdown voice/sound
- Ability to save custom workout routines
- Halfway point alerts for work intervals
- EMOM (Every Minute On the Minute) timer mode
- Improved Apple Watch integration


### Timer Plus

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/timer-plus-workouts-timer/id1279716547)

This interval training app supports HIIT, circuit, and Tabata workouts with customizable rounds and cycles. It offers background operation, screen flashing, and voice guidance for an enhanced fitness experience. An Apple Watch companion app is also available.

**Highlights:** Customizable rounds and cycles, Interval stopwatch, Background timer operation, Informative screen flash, Save and history of timers, Voice guidance, Apple Watch app

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Apple Watch app, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Timer Plus Pro | $2.99 | per month |
| Premium Monthly | $2.99 | per month |
| Timer Plus Lifetime | $9.99 | one-time |
| Lifetime Premium | $19.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Simple and easy to use
- 👍 Properly free, no hidden costs
- 👍 Customizable settings
- 👍 User-friendly interface
- 👍 Helpful for physical therapy and workouts

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Music volume issues
- 🐛 Difficulty finding saved timers
- 🐛 Inconsistent notification alerts
- 🐛 Inability to skip rounds

**Reported bugs**

- Timer stopping unexpectedly due to notifications or phone calls
- Inconsistent volume changes when using music
- Difficulty finding and loading saved timers

**Requested features**

- Ability to name and save custom workouts
- Option to turn off countdown sound
- Customizable alert sounds
- Ability to skip or pause rounds
- Connection to health/fitness tracking apps


## Frequently asked questions

### Is PushPress Workout Timer free?

PushPress Workout Timer is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Timer Plus free?

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

### Which has better reviews, PushPress Workout Timer or Timer Plus?

PushPress Workout Timer and Timer Plus are both rated 4.8 out of 5 on the App Store, from 5.7K and 60K ratings respectively.

### Do PushPress Workout Timer or Timer Plus have ads?

Timer Plus shows ads; PushPress Workout Timer does not.

### Which is updated more often, PushPress Workout Timer or Timer Plus?

PushPress Workout Timer ships an update every 2 months, and Timer Plus every 3 weeks. Most recently, PushPress Workout Timer was updated on October 9, 2026 and Timer Plus on October 9, 2026.

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