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Best Running App Timer

248+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

4.4 avg rating
17 free apps
Updated October 2026

With an average user rating of 4.4★, the running app timer category is one of the App Store's strongest. Browse all 248+ apps we track, sorted so the most loved ones surface first.

Compare top Running App Timer (October 2026)

#AppPriceRatingAdsIn-App PurchasesUpdated
1Interval Timer □ HIIT TimerInterval Timer □ HIIT TimerFree4.8★ (86K)NoYesOct 2026
2Simple Interval TimerSimple Interval TimerFree4.9★ (5.4K)YesYesOct 2026
3Interval Timer - Tabata TimerInterval Timer - Tabata TimerFree4.5★ (19K)YesYesOct 2026
4Running Trainer: Tracker&CoachRunning Trainer: Tracker&CoachFree4.9★ (114K)NoYesOct 2026
5RUN interval - Running TimerRUN interval - Running TimerFree4.7★ (1K)NoYesSep 2026
6Intervals Pro: HIIT TimerIntervals Pro: HIIT TimerFree4.8★ (14K)NoYesOct 2026
7Timer Box LiteTimer Box LiteFree——NoJun 2026
8Running Interval Timer TrackerRunning Interval Timer TrackerFree4.4★ (19)YesNoSep 2026

Top Picks for Running App Timer

Interval Timer □ HIIT Timer#1

Interval Timer □ HIIT Timer by Float Tech, LLC

The simple workout timer.
Editor's Choice
💪 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
  • 👍 Helpful voice prompts
  • 👍 Plays well with music apps

Room to Improve

  • 🔒 Requires subscription after limited free use
  • 🐛 Music volume issues with voice prompts
  • 🐛 Inconsistent behavior when switching apps
  • 🐛 Lack of final workout notification
Simple Interval Timer#2

Simple Interval Timer by 0FF

Strong Contender
⚽ Sports
4.9😊(5.4K ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
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This app provides a straightforward interval timer for various training types like running, cycling, and HIIT. Customize sets, action, and break durations for a personalized workout experience. It runs in the background and saves recent configurations.

What We Love

  • 👍 Simple and easy to use
  • 🚀 Efficient and straightforward
  • 💰 Actually free, no paywall
  • 🔊 Unobtrusive audio cues
  • 🎶 Works well with music playback

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Occasional bugs and crashes
  • ⚙️ Limited customization options
  • 🔋 Compatibility issues with newer iOS versions
  • 🔍 Difficulty deleting/managing saved configurations
Interval Timer - Tabata Timer#3

Interval Timer - Tabata Timer by NEO PIXEL LABS PTE. LTD.

Multiple timers for fitness
Worth Considering
💪 Health & Fitness
4.5😊(19K ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
Interval Timer - Tabata Timer screenshot 1
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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.

What We Love

  • 🚀 Free version works well
  • 👍 Customizable intervals and timers
  • 👍 Flexible for different workouts
  • 👍 Easy to use and set up
  • 👍 Provides visual and audio cues
  • 👍 Saves workout routines

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Timer issues (stops, loses time)
  • 🔋 Drains battery when used
  • 💰 Expensive subscription model
  • 📢 Intrusive ads
  • 🔒 Incompatible with other apps

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FAQ about Running App Timer

What is the best running app timer for iPhone?
Interval Timer □ HIIT Timer tops our running app timer ranking as of October 2026, with a 4.8-star average from 86K App Store ratings, and it's free to download.
Yes — 17 of the top running app timer we rank are free to download, including Interval Timer □ HIIT Timer and Simple Interval Timer.
Interval Timer □ HIIT Timer has no ads and offers in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of October 2026.
We track 248+ running app timer on the iOS App Store as of October 2026, ranked by rating, recency, and analysis of real user reviews.