GymNext Flex Timer vs Impact PHYSIO
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
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.
- 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
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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
Impact PHYSIO
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Welcome to the Impact PHYSIO App! Log on to access your personalized Home Exercise Program on your mobile device. Using this app, you can access your personalized Home Exercise Program with HD Instructional videos. On the 'Messages' tab, you can securely communicate with your Impact PHYSIO provider. As you complete your exercises, we'll give you trophies and medals to celebrate your progress! On the 'Awards' tab, you can track these items. Prefer a language other than English? Go to the 'More' tab and select 'Languages' to pick another language option. If you need to book an appointment, please go to the 'Appointments' tab for more info. Make sure to select 'Mark as Complete' when doing your exercises to ensure that your provider can keep track of your progress! You must be an Impact PHYSIO patient to gain access. This app integrates with your iPhone's Health app to read daily step count data allowing your provider to monitor your activity.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Impact PHYSIO at none against GymNext Flex Timer's 2. GymNext Flex Timer's advantage is update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 4 months). On price, ads, 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
Both are free to download. GymNext Flex Timer sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $8.99 per month. Impact PHYSIO asks for nothing beyond the download.
GymNext Flex Timer ships an update every 3 weeks, Impact PHYSIO every 4 months. The most recent releases landed on October 13, 2026 and October 6, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | GymNext Flex Timer | Impact PHYSIO |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.8 (2.1K ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 71.7% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 2.1K — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks — better | Every 4 months |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Free | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch — better | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 — better | 15.1 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 185 MB | 44 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 12+ |
| Developer | Homick Enterprises | Impact PHYSIO |
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
Impact PHYSIO
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
GymNext Flex Timer
- Flex Timer Pro Monthly7 Days trial$8.991 Month
- Flex Timer Pro Yearly1 Month trial$79.991 Year
Impact PHYSIO
No in-app purchases
Questions
Is GymNext Flex Timer free?
Is Impact PHYSIO free?
Do GymNext Flex Timer or Impact PHYSIO have ads?
Which is updated more often, GymNext Flex Timer or Impact PHYSIO?
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