Comparison

GymNext Flex Timer vs Alloy Personal Training

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

Head to head
About

GymNext Flex Timer

This app offers advanced interval training timing with customizable modes and the ability to control an external LED display. It integrates with wearables and heart rate monitors for a comprehensive workout experience.

Highlights
  • Control external LED displays
  • Multiple customizable timer modes (Tabata, EMOM, etc.)
  • Save and recall favorite workouts
  • Apple Watch control
  • Audio sync with music
  • Heart rate monitor integration
  • Control multiple LED displays
Features
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Meet the future of interval training. GymNext Flex Timer is the only timer app that combines powerful workout programming with control of large, wall-mounted LED displays—giving you the best of both worlds. Traditional gym timers rely on clunky remotes and are difficult to use. Mobile apps are flexible, but hard to see across the room. Flex Timer solves both. Build and control your workouts from your phone while displaying them on bright, easy-to-read LED screens anywhere in your gym. Perfect for HIIT, CrossFit, circuits, bootcamps, boxing, MMA, strength training, and more. Features: • Use the app on its own or connect to GymNext LED displays for maximum visibility • Core timer modes include Count Up/Down, Round, Tabata, EMOM, Mixed Intervals, and Sets with Rest • Plan your personal workouts or full classes in advance—everything ready in one tap • Share timers with athletes and trainers instantly using simple links • Save workouts to your library for quick access • Control your timer from Apple Watch—completely hands-free • Smart audio sync keeps your music and timer cues perfectly aligned • Connect multiple Bluetooth heart rate monitors and track performance in real time • Set custom heart rate zones for better training feedback • Control multiple timers across your gym at the same time • Run different workouts simultaneously for group training • Reliable Bluetooth control with no line-of-sight limitations “This will eventually become the standard for all gyms” – Garage Gym Reviews “All our coaches love the clock” – CrossFit Barrie “We love it to death” – Wolverine Strength & Conditioning Download Flex Timer and upgrade the way you train. We’re always improving. Have feedback? Reach us at support@gymnext.com

About

Alloy Personal Training

Receive personalized, video-guided workouts and track your progress towards fitness goals. Manage nutrition, schedule sessions, and communicate with your coach in real-time. Connect wearable devices for seamless data syncing.

Highlights
  • Custom video workouts
  • Workout scheduling and tracking
  • Nutrition management
  • Progress tracking
  • Real-time coach messaging
  • Wearable device integration
Features
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With the Alloy app, you can start receiving your custom, video-driven Alloy workouts, tracking meals, measuring results, and start achieving your fitness goals, along with the help of your Alloy coach. With the app, you get access to: - Access training plans and track workouts - Schedule workouts and stay committed by beating your personal bests - Track progress towards your goals - Manage your nutrition intake as prescribed by your coach - Set health and fitness goals - Message your coach in real-time - Track body measurements and take progress photos - Get push notification reminders for scheduled workouts and activities - Connect to wearable devices like Apple Watch (synced to Health app - healthkit!), Fitbit and Withings to sync body stats instantly Download the app today! And be sure to check out our website at: www.TeamAlloy.com

Screenshots

GymNext Flex Timer4 screens
Alloy Personal Training4 screens

Verdict

The call

GymNext Flex Timer and Alloy Personal Training both sit at 4.8 stars, but that hides the real split: 72% of GymNext Flex Timer's written reviews are positive against 0% of Alloy Personal Training's. GymNext Flex Timer also leads on ratings volume (2.1K vs 89) and update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 6 weeks). Alloy Personal Training's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 2). On price, rating, ads and monetization model 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. GymNext Flex Timer sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $8.99 per month. Alloy Personal Training asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.8 for GymNext Flex Timer against 4.7 for Alloy Personal Training. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: GymNext Flex Timer has 2.1K ratings behind it against 89, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 72% of GymNext Flex Timer's written reviews are positive against 0% of Alloy Personal Training's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

GymNext Flex Timer ships an update every 3 weeks, Alloy Personal Training every 6 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 22, 2026 and September 20, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
GymNext Flex Timer versus Alloy Personal Training: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterGymNext Flex TimerAlloy Personal Training
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.8 (2.1K ratings) — better4.7 (89 ratings)
Positive reviews72.4% of reviews — better0.0% of reviews
Number of ratings2.1K — better89
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeks — betterEvery 6 weeks
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFreeFree
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple WatchiPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch
Requires iOS15.0 — better15.5
Further details — not scored
Size185 MB170 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperHomick EnterprisesAlloy Personal Training

Customer experience

GymNext Flex Timer

All ratings2,119 ratings
Positive96.6%
Neutral1.1%
Negative2.4%
Written reviews170 reviews
Positive72.4%
Neutral5.9%
Negative21.8%

Alloy Personal Training

All ratings89 ratings
Positive94.4%
Neutral0.0%
Negative5.6%
Written reviews4 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%

Bugs and requests

GymNext Flex Timer

Reported bugs

2 issues
  • Saved timers not consistently loading
  • Segmented timers not saving properly

Requested features

4 requests
  • Watch app integration for remote control
  • Background audio playback when app is closed
  • Customizable voice options
  • Lap timer functionality

Alloy Personal Training

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

2 purchases

GymNext Flex Timer

Subscriptions2
  • Flex Timer Pro Monthly7 Days trial$8.991 Month
  • Flex Timer Pro Yearly1 Month trial$79.991 Year
None

Alloy Personal Training

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is GymNext Flex Timer free?
GymNext Flex Timer is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Alloy Personal Training free?
Alloy Personal Training is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, GymNext Flex Timer or Alloy Personal Training?
GymNext Flex Timer is rated higher. GymNext Flex Timer averages 4.8 out of 5 from 2.1K ratings, while Alloy Personal Training averages 4.7 from 89 ratings.
Do GymNext Flex Timer or Alloy Personal Training have ads?
Neither GymNext Flex Timer nor Alloy Personal Training shows ads.
Which is updated more often, GymNext Flex Timer or Alloy Personal Training?
GymNext Flex Timer ships an update every 3 weeks, and Alloy Personal Training every 6 weeks. Most recently, GymNext Flex Timer was updated on September 22, 2026 and Alloy Personal Training on September 20, 2026.

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