Best Rest Timer Apps

214+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

4.6 avg rating
18 free apps
Updated June 2026

Every iPhone needs a few good rest timer apps. We benchmark 214+ of them on App Store rating, freshness, and pricing, then surface the standouts so you don't have to scroll the App Store yourself.

Compare top Rest Timer Apps (June 2026)

#AppPriceRatingAdsIn-App PurchasesUpdated
1Gym Rest TimerGym Rest TimerFree4.8★ (46)NoNoAug 2026
2Rest Timer - WaitWaitGo!Rest Timer - WaitWaitGo!Free4.9★ (11)NoNoJul 2026
3Interval Timer □ HIIT TimerInterval Timer □ HIIT TimerFree4.8★ (86K)NoYesAug 2026
4Gym Rest Timer - Sets & HIITGym Rest Timer - Sets & HIITFreeYesYesJun 2026
5Gym Timer-Timer for rest timeGym Timer-Timer for rest timeFree4.5★ (453)NoNoJul 2026
6Timer+ Countdown & StopwatchTimer+ Countdown & StopwatchFree4.8★ (41K)YesYesAug 2026
7Rep Counter with rest timerRep Counter with rest timerFree4.2★ (36)NoYesJul 2026
8Interval Timer - Tabata TimerInterval Timer - Tabata TimerFree4.5★ (19K)YesYesAug 2026

Top Picks for Rest Timer

Gym Rest Timer#1

Gym Rest Timer by David Blake

Activates from lock screen!
Editor's Choice
💪 Health & Fitness
4.8(46 ratings)
Free
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This app helps you manage rest periods during workouts without interrupting your flow. It offers multiple modes, including lock screen control and volume gesture activation, to keep your training seamless. You can even use voice commands to start timers.

Rest Timer - WaitWaitGo!#2

Rest Timer - WaitWaitGo! by Srdan Stanic

Gym Workout Countdown Alarm
Strong Contender
💪 Health & Fitness
4.9(11 ratings)
Free
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This app provides a simple countdown timer for rest periods during workouts. It features customizable sounds, notification-based restarts, and dynamic display support. Easily manage your workout intervals without interrupting your music or unlocking your phone.

Interval Timer □ HIIT Timer#3

Interval Timer □ HIIT Timer by Float Tech, LLC

The simple workout timer.
Worth Considering
💪 Health & Fitness
4.8😊(86K ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
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Create custom workout timers with adjustable intervals for exercise and rest. Track your progress with detailed history and statistics, and repeat past workouts easily. Enjoy audio cues without interrupting your music.

What We Love

  • 🚀 Simple and easy to use
  • 👍 Customizable settings
  • 🚀 Intuitive interface
  • 🚀 Effective for HIIT workouts

Room to Improve

  • 🔒 Requires subscription after limited free use
  • 🐛 Music volume issues with voice prompts
  • 🐛 Inconsistent behavior when switching apps

More Rest Timer apps to explore

4
Gym Rest Timer - Sets & HIIT
Gym Rest Timer - Sets & HIIT
Gym Rest Timer - Sets & HIIT
Weights, Sets, Tabata, Yoga
Free
💪 Health & Fitness
(0)
5
Gym Timer-Timer for rest time
Gym Timer-Timer for rest time
Gym Timer-Timer for rest time
Time rest time between sets
Free

This app helps you track gym sessions and manage rest times between sets. It's designed for use on a smartwatch, allowing you to leave your phone behind. The app alerts you when it's time to train again, ensuring your workout flows smoothly.

Track gym sessionsTime rest periods between setsSmartwatch optimized
⚽ Sports
(453)
free
6
Timer+ Countdown & Stopwatch
Timer+ Countdown & Stopwatch
Timer+ Countdown & Stopwatch
Interval, Workouts, Pomodoro
Free

Manage multiple timers and stopwatches simultaneously for various activities like cooking, workouts, and daily routines. Build complex interval timers with custom segments and receive voice announcements. Save and reuse timer templates for efficient time management.

Multiple timers and stopwatchesMulti-step interval timersCustomizable timer segments
🔧 Utilities
(41K)
free with in-app purchases
7
Rep Counter with rest timer
Rep Counter with rest timer
Rep Counter with rest timer
Movie stars love it!
Free

Track your workout sets and rest periods with this simple tool. Customize timers, receive notifications, and continue browsing or listening to music while it runs in the background. Personalize the look with a theme changer and dark mode.

Customizable set and rep counterStandalone timer functionalityAutomatic set increment
💪 Health & Fitness
(36)
free with in-app purchases
8
Interval Timer - Tabata Timer
Interval Timer - Tabata Timer
Interval Timer - Tabata Timer
Multiple timers for fitness
Free

This app helps you manage workout intervals with customizable work and rest periods. It runs in the background and allows music playback, with options to save settings and share progress. Integrates with Apple Health for heart rate monitoring.

Customizable sets, intervals, and rest timesRuns in background and with screen lockedMusic playlist integration
💪 Health & Fitness
(19K)
free with in-app purchases
9
SmartWOD Timer - WOD Clock
SmartWOD Timer - WOD Clock
SmartWOD Timer - WOD Clock
AMRAP, EMOM, Tabata & more
Free

This app provides a versatile timer for various functional fitness routines like AMRAP, EMOM, and Tabata. It features customizable intervals, motivational cues, and a clear display, making it suitable for gym or home workouts.

AMRAP, EMOM, For Time, Tabata timersCustomizable MIX timerMotivational sound and voice cues
💪 Health & Fitness
(54K)
free with in-app purchases
10
Seconds Interval Timer
Seconds Interval Timer
Seconds Interval Timer
Tabata, HIIT, Circuit Training
Free

This app provides a versatile interval timer for various workout types like Tabata, HIIT, and circuit training. It features a clear, full-screen display, customizable alerts, and background operation. Users can also utilize a stopwatch and countdown timer, with integration for Apple Health.

Full-screen colored displayTemplates for HIIT, Tabata, Circuit TrainingVoice and audio alerts
💪 Health & Fitness
(23K)
free with in-app purchases
11
Next Up - Interval Timer
Next Up - Interval Timer
Next Up - Interval Timer
Customizable interval timer
Free

Create and customize interval timers with detailed options for reps, sets, colors, and sounds. Offers flexible display modes, quick actions for navigation, and background notifications. Organize timers with folders and choose between light and dark themes.

Customizable intervals (reps, sets, colors, sounds)Detailed and full-screen display modesPortrait and landscape orientation support
💪 Health & Fitness
(2.8K)
free with in-app purchases
12
Timer Plus - Workouts Timer
Timer Plus - Workouts Timer
Timer Plus - Workouts Timer
Fitness Training at Home, Gym
Free

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.

Customizable rounds and cyclesInterval stopwatchBackground timer operation
💪 Health & Fitness
(59K)
ad-supported
13
Visual Countdown Timer
Visual Countdown Timer
Visual Countdown Timer
Fun visual timer
Free

This app uses a visual countdown to help children understand time and complete tasks. A picture is revealed as time elapses, and an exciting animation and sound reward completion. It aims to turn daily struggles into fun and encourage quicker task completion.

Visual countdown from green to redPicture revealed as time elapsesExciting sound and animation reward
📚 Education
(40K)
free with in-app purchases
14
Rest Timer for gym
Rest Timer for gym
Rest Timer for gym
Exercise timer on your wrist
$0.99
🔧 Utilities
(0)
15
Gym Timer: Rest & Get Ready
Gym Timer: Rest & Get Ready
Gym Timer: Rest & Get Ready
Always Ready for the Next Set
Free
💪 Health & Fitness
(0)
16
Rest Timer: Gym Workout Sets
Rest Timer: Gym Workout Sets
Rest Timer: Gym Workout Sets
Rest the right amount
Free
💪 Health & Fitness
(0)
17
GymNext Flex Timer
GymNext Flex Timer
GymNext Flex Timer
Bluetooth Interval Timer
Free

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 displaysMultiple customizable timer modes (Tabata, EMOM, etc.)Save and recall favorite workouts
💪 Health & Fitness
(2.1K)
free
18
Interval Training Timer
Interval Training Timer
Interval Training Timer
by Feedback Mobile Services GmbH
Free

This interval training timer offers six customizable presets for various workout types. It features large, easy-to-use buttons and allows background operation, even while listening to music. Adjust activity, rest, and set times with flexible step increments.

Six customizable presetsAdjustable activity and rest timesLarge, easy-to-use buttons
💪 Health & Fitness
(4)
free
19
GymRest — Rest Timer
GymRest — Rest Timer
GymRest — Rest Timer
Simple rest timer for workouts
$0.99
💪 Health & Fitness
(0)
20
Stretch - A countdown timer for fitness, workout, egg, or anything really
Stretch - A countdown timer for fitness, workout, egg, or anything really
Stretch - A countdown timer for fitness, workout, egg, or anything really
by Runloop Ltd
Free

This app provides a simple countdown timer with large, preset buttons for various activities. It runs in the background, offers customizable durations, and tracks how many times timers have been used. Ideal for workouts, cooking, or any timed task.

Preset countdown timersLarge, easy-to-use buttonsBackground operation
💪 Health & Fitness
(225)
free

FAQ about Rest Timer

What are the best rest timer apps for iPhone?
Gym Rest Timer tops our rest timer apps ranking as of June 2026, with a 4.8-star average from 46 App Store ratings, and it's free to download.
Yes — 18 of the top rest timer apps we rank are free to download, including Gym Rest Timer and Rest Timer - WaitWaitGo!.
Gym Rest Timer has no ads and has no in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of June 2026.
We track 214+ rest timer apps on the iOS App Store as of June 2026, ranked by rating, recency, and analysis of real user reviews.
This app is designed to help you manage rest periods during your workouts. It minimizes the need to unlock your phone by offering various control methods, ensuring your training remains uninterrupted.
The app offers three main modes: Notification mode, where you can start the next timer from a notification; Media Player mode, allowing control from the lock screen's media controls; and Volume Gesture mode, which uses a quick volume up-down sequence to restart the timer.

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