Best Rest Timer Apps

250+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

4.6 avg rating
19 free apps
Updated August 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 (August 2026)

#AppPriceRatingAdsIn-App PurchasesUpdated
1Gym Rest TimerGym Rest TimerFree4.8★ (73)NoNoAug 2026
2Gym Rest Timer - Sets & HIITGym Rest Timer - Sets & HIITFreeYesYesJun 2026
3Rest Timer - WaitWaitGo!Rest Timer - WaitWaitGo!Free4.9★ (11)NoNoJul 2026
4Gym Timer-Timer for rest timeGym Timer-Timer for rest timeFree4.5★ (460)NoNoAug 2026
5RestBeat: Gym Rest TimerRestBeat: Gym Rest TimerFreeNoJul 2026
6Gym Timer: Rest & Get ReadyGym Timer: Rest & Get ReadyFreeNoYesJul 2026
7Interval Timer □ HIIT TimerInterval Timer □ HIIT TimerFree4.8★ (86K)NoYesAug 2026
8RestIQ: Gym Rest TimerRestIQ: Gym Rest TimerFreeNoYesAug 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(73 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!#3

Rest Timer - WaitWaitGo! by Srdan Stanic

Gym Workout Countdown Alarm
Worth Considering
💪 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.

More Rest Timer apps to explore

4
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
(460)
free
5
RestBeat: Gym Rest Timer
RestBeat: Gym Rest Timer
RestBeat: Gym Rest Timer
by Ferran Espuna
Free
💪 Health & Fitness
(0)
6
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)
7
Interval Timer □ HIIT Timer
Interval Timer □ HIIT Timer
Interval Timer □ HIIT Timer
The simple workout timer.
Free

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.

Customizable intervalsWorkout and rest timersVoice or beep guides
💪 Health & Fitness
(86K)
freemium
8
RestIQ: Gym Rest Timer
RestIQ: Gym Rest Timer
RestIQ: Gym Rest Timer
Automatic Workout Timing
Free
💪 Health & Fitness
(0)
9
Set-Rest Timer
Set-Rest Timer
Set-Rest Timer
Stretching • HIIT • Workout
Free
💪 Health & Fitness
(0)
10
AutoRest – Gym Timer
AutoRest – Gym Timer
AutoRest – Gym Timer
Automatic rest timer
Free
💪 Health & Fitness
(0)
11
Rest — Gym Timer & Set Log
Rest — Gym Timer & Set Log
Rest — Gym Timer & Set Log
Smart Rest. Lock Screen Timer.
Free
💪 Health & Fitness
(0)
12
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
13
IRIS · Eye Rest Timer
IRIS · Eye Rest Timer
IRIS · Eye Rest Timer
Screen & eye break reminder
Free
💪 Health & Fitness
(0)
14
GymRest — Rest Timer
GymRest — Rest Timer
GymRest — Rest Timer
Simple rest timer for workouts
$0.99
💪 Health & Fitness
(0)
15
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
16
Rest Timer: Gym Workout Sets
Rest Timer: Gym Workout Sets
Rest Timer: Gym Workout Sets
Countdown between your sets
Free
💪 Health & Fitness
(0)
17
Muscle Rest Timer
Muscle Rest Timer
Muscle Rest Timer
Rest Smart. Build Faster
Free
💪 Health & Fitness
(0)
18
SetRest-健身组间休息计时器
SetRest-健身组间休息计时器
SetRest-健身组间休息计时器
记录你的每一组训练
Free
💪 Health & Fitness
(0)
19
Workout Rest Timer Plus
Workout Rest Timer Plus
Workout Rest Timer Plus
by Kevin Hausen
Free

This app helps you optimize workout effectiveness by managing rest periods between exercises. It offers customizable timers, motivating features, and a distraction-free design for various training styles.

Customizable rest timersQuick presets for exercisesMotivational "Gym Bro Mode"
🔧 Utilities
(0)
free
20
Rep x Reset: Auto Rest Timer
Rep x Reset: Auto Rest Timer
Rep x Reset: Auto Rest Timer
Hands-free rep counter
Free
💪 Health & Fitness
(0)

FAQ about Rest Timer

What are the best rest timer apps for iPhone?
Gym Rest Timer tops our rest timer apps ranking as of August 2026, with a 4.8-star average from 73 App Store ratings, and it's free to download.
Yes — 19 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 August 2026.
We track 250+ rest timer apps on the iOS App Store as of August 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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