Comparison

iCountTimer Pro vs iCountTimer

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

Head to head
About

iCountTimer Pro

This app combines a timer and counter for various fitness activities, from interval training to strength sessions. It offers a clear display, audio cues, and smart lock functionality to help users focus on their workouts. The Pro version includes Apple Watch support, no ads, and advanced customization options.

Highlights
  • Timer and counter combined
  • Save presets by activity
  • Large clear display with progress bar
  • Audio cues
  • Smart lock
  • Apple Watch app
  • Health app integration
Features
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Workout timer & counter which is simple, practical and classy. Whether it's interval training, yoga, home workouts, sports, strength training, HIIT or other fitness requirements, this app can easily fit in and accelerate your progress. Time your repetitions, forget the count and focus on your moves. A must-have app for exercise enthusiasts, athletes, trainers, coaches and all the fitness freaks who are passionate about exercising. Features: • Timer + Counter combined together • Save timers/counters as presets organised by activities • Large clear display with progress bar • Audio cues • Smart lock to lock timer screen Pro version features: • Apple Watch app + Simple Counter and Timer for quick access + Presets from the iPhone app are available in Apple Watch app organised by activities • No Ads • Extended slider limits, • Input custom values • Save upto 40 presets • 5 different themes • Various choices for alert sounds • Different counter modes • Custom start delay • Calories estimation** • Health app integration • Today widget in Notification Center Note: * Health app is not available on iPad ** The estimated calories are approximate Calories burned for any selected activity based on the MET (Metabolic Equivalent) values for the activity and personal details of individual. Actual energy expenditure may vary.

About

iCountTimer

This app combines a timer and counter for various training routines like HIIT, yoga, and boxing. It offers audio cues and a large display to keep you focused on your workout, with an optional Pro version for advanced features.

Highlights
  • Timer and counter combined
  • Save custom presets
  • Large, clear display
  • Audio cues
  • Smart screen lock
  • Health app integration (Pro)
Features
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Focus on your moves, not the count. iCountTimer is a timer and counter in one — built for anyone who trains. Whether it's interval training, yoga, home workouts, HIIT, boxing, or circuit training, this app fits right in and keeps you on track. Set your intervals, hit start, and let the app do the counting. Audio cues and a large, clear display with progress bar guide you through every session so you can stay focused on your form. What users are saying: "Best and most versatile timer app I have used. If you mix up your workouts and need a flexible solution to keep time, reps and more — download this now!" — Eric Mullen "As a coach, the best. Best timer ever. I speak as a coach who has tried many timer apps and this is the easiest way to set up interval training ever." — Todd Parker "Been looking for something like this for a while. Now I know how many sets I've done without guessing, and I can concentrate on what I should be doing." — Mark Clews Features: • Timer + Counter combined in one app • Save timers and counters as presets organized by activity • Large, clear display with progress bar • Audio cues to guide your sessions • Smart screen lock to prevent accidental taps mid-workout Upgrade to iCountTimer Pro for more: • No ads • Live Activity on your Lock Screen • Apple Watch app with presets and quick-access timer and counter • Save up to 40 presets • 5 themes and custom alert sounds • Calorie estimation with Health app integration • Custom start delay and multiple counter modes iCountTimer is free with all the essentials. When you're ready for more, go Pro. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

iCountTimer Pro4 screens
iCountTimer4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: iCountTimer at Free against iCountTimer Pro's $19.99. iCountTimer also leads on rating (4.7 vs 4.1). iCountTimer Pro's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 3) and ads (none vs shown). On review sentiment, ratings volume, 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

iCountTimer is free to download; iCountTimer Pro costs $19.99 up front. iCountTimer sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. iCountTimer Pro asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

iCountTimer holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.1. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 14 and 12 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 83% of iCountTimer Pro's written reviews are positive against 90% of iCountTimer's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

iCountTimer Pro ships an update every 2 months, iCountTimer every 4 months. The most recent releases landed on September 27, 2026 and September 26, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
iCountTimer Pro versus iCountTimer: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameteriCountTimer ProiCountTimer
Price$19.99Free — better
Rating4.1 (14 ratings)4.7 (12 ratings) — better
Positive reviews83.1% of reviews90.1% of reviews — better
Number of ratings14 — better12
Update frequencyEvery 2 months — betterEvery 4 months
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationPaidFree with in-app purchases — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch — betteriPhone, iPad, Apple Watch
Requires iOS15.0 — better16.0
Further details — not scored
Size22 MB24 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperRhythmicWorksRhythmicWorks

Customer experience

iCountTimer Pro

All ratings14 ratings
Positive78.6%
Neutral7.1%
Negative14.3%
Written reviews59 reviews
Positive83.1%
Neutral6.8%
Negative10.2%

iCountTimer

All ratings12 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews91 reviews
Positive90.1%
Neutral5.5%
Negative4.4%

In-app purchases

None

iCountTimer Pro

No in-app purchases

3 purchases

iCountTimer

Subscriptions2
  • Monthly Subscription$1.991 Month
  • Yearly Subscription$9.991 Year
One-time1
  • Lifetime Pro$19.99

Questions

Is iCountTimer Pro free?
iCountTimer Pro costs $19.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is iCountTimer free?
iCountTimer is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, iCountTimer Pro or iCountTimer?
iCountTimer is rated higher. iCountTimer Pro averages 4.1 out of 5 from 14 ratings, while iCountTimer averages 4.7 from 12 ratings.
Do iCountTimer Pro or iCountTimer have ads?
iCountTimer shows ads; iCountTimer Pro does not.
Which is updated more often, iCountTimer Pro or iCountTimer?
iCountTimer Pro ships an update every 2 months, and iCountTimer every 4 months. Most recently, iCountTimer Pro was updated on September 27, 2026 and iCountTimer on September 26, 2026.

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