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Best Rest Timer Apps

250+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

4.7 avg rating
18 free apps
Updated October 2026

Every iPhone needs a few good rest timer apps. We benchmark 250+ 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 (October 2026)

#AppPriceRatingAdsIn-App PurchasesUpdated
1Gym Rest TimerGym Rest TimerFree4.7★ (79)NoNoOct 2026
2Gym Rest Timer - Sets & HIITGym Rest Timer - Sets & HIITFree—YesYesSep 2026
3Gym Timer-Timer for rest timeGym Timer-Timer for rest timeFree4.5★ (460)NoNoOct 2026
4RestIQ: Gym Rest TimerRestIQ: Gym Rest TimerFree4.9★ (11)NoYesOct 2026
5Interval Timer □ HIIT TimerInterval Timer □ HIIT TimerFree4.8★ (87K)NoYesOct 2026
6Rest Timer - WaitWaitGo!Rest Timer - WaitWaitGo!Free4.9★ (18)NoNoOct 2026
7RestBeat: Gym Rest TimerRestBeat: Gym Rest TimerFree——NoJul 2026
8Gym Rest Timer: Between SetsGym Rest Timer: Between SetsFree—NoYesOct 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
4.7(79 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.

Gym Timer-Timer for rest time#3

Gym Timer-Timer for rest time by Giuseppe Fasano

Time rest time between sets
Worth Considering
⚽ Sports
4.5😐(460 ratings)
Free
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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.

What We Love

  • 🚀 Simple and functional
  • 👍 Intuitive and easy to use
  • 💪 Helps keep track of sets and rest times
  • 🔔 Vibration/audio alerts for rest time

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Crashes and bugs, especially on Apple Watch
  • 🔍 Lack of customization options
  • 💤 No background/low-power mode support
  • 📢 Intrusive ads interrupting workouts

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FAQ about Rest Timer

What are the best rest timer apps for iPhone?
Gym Rest Timer tops our rest timer apps ranking as of October 2026, with a 4.7-star average from 79 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 Gym Rest Timer - Sets & HIIT.
Gym Rest Timer has no ads and has no in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of October 2026.
We track 250+ rest timer apps on the iOS App Store as of October 2026, ranked by rating, recency, and analysis of real user reviews.

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