# GymNext Flex Timer vs Flextimer

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Flextimer at none against GymNext Flex Timer's 2. Flextimer also leads on review sentiment (100% vs 72%) and rating (5.0 vs 4.8). GymNext Flex Timer's advantage is ratings volume (2.1K vs 1). On price, ads, monetization model and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. GymNext Flex Timer sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $8.99 per month. Flextimer asks for nothing beyond the download.

Flextimer holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: GymNext Flex Timer has 2.1K ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 72% of GymNext Flex Timer's written reviews are positive against 100% of Flextimer's.

GymNext Flex Timer ships an update every 3 weeks, Flextimer every 9 days. The most recent releases landed on October 13, 2026 and October 2, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | GymNext Flex Timer | Flextimer |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.8 (2.1K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gymnext-flex-timer/id977329344/reviews) | **[5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/flextimer-design-your-time/id6763629801/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **2.1K** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | 71.7% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | **Every 9 days** |
| Monetization | Free | Free |
| Size | 185 MB | 56 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.0** | 15.1 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch** | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Homick Enterprises](https://appshunter.io/developer/346326303) | [SOPHOMATH LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1827142250) |

## What reviewers say

### GymNext Flex Timer

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gymnext-flex-timer/id977329344)

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

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Flex Timer Pro Monthly | $8.99 | per month |
| Flex Timer Pro Yearly | $79.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Versatile and customizable
- 👍 User-friendly interface
- 🔔 Reliable and consistent
- 💪 Excellent for interval training
- 🔊 Clear audio cues

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Audio cues sometimes stop working
- 🔊 Lack of volume control
- 🔍 Detailed instructions needed for beginners
- ⏱️ Delayed countdown between phone and timer

**Reported bugs**

- Saved timers not consistently loading
- Segmented timers not saving properly

**Requested features**

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


### Flextimer

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/flextimer-design-your-time/id6763629801)

Create custom interval timers for workouts, focus sessions, or daily routines. Design sessions step-by-step or use AI to generate them from plain text descriptions. Includes cues for sounds, vibration, and color changes.

**Highlights:** AI-generated timer creation from text, Customizable interval and round timers, Step cues for sound, vibration, and color, Timer Summary with detailed progress, Configurable run-screen controls, Saved custom timers and starting points

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is GymNext Flex Timer free?

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

### Is Flextimer free?

Flextimer is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, GymNext Flex Timer or Flextimer?

Flextimer is rated higher. GymNext Flex Timer averages 4.8 out of 5 from 2.1K ratings, while Flextimer averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.

### Do GymNext Flex Timer or Flextimer have ads?

Neither GymNext Flex Timer nor Flextimer shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, GymNext Flex Timer or Flextimer?

GymNext Flex Timer ships an update every 3 weeks, and Flextimer every 9 days. Most recently, GymNext Flex Timer was updated on October 13, 2026 and Flextimer on October 2, 2026.

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