Best Running Pace Timer Apps

248+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

4.5 avg rating
19 free apps
Updated August 2026

With an average user rating of 4.5★, the running pace 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 Pace Timer Apps (August 2026)

#AppPriceRatingAdsIn-App PurchasesUpdated
1Interval Timer PlusInterval Timer PlusFree4.9★ (5.9K)NoYesAug 2026
2Run Timer : Running ClockRun Timer : Running ClockFreeYesYesJul 2026
3Pace: Running Pace CalculatorPace: Running Pace CalculatorFree4.7★ (379)YesYesAug 2026
4Interval - Simple TimerInterval - Simple TimerFree4.8★ (5)NoNoAug 2026
5Interval Timer QuickInterval Timer QuickFree5.0★ (1)YesNoMay 2026
6Timer®Timer®Free4.7★ (38)YesNoAug 2026
7Intervals Pro: HIIT TimerIntervals Pro: HIIT TimerFree4.8★ (14K)NoYesAug 2026
8Simple Interval TimerSimple Interval TimerFree4.9★ (5.3K)YesYesAug 2026

Top Picks for Running Pace Timer

Interval Timer Plus#1

Interval Timer Plus by Su-Au Hwang

Simple interval timer
Editor's Choice
💪 Health & Fitness
4.9😊(5.9K ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
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This versatile timer app offers a simple yet powerful way to manage timed activities. Customize multiple intervals with individual colors and sounds, and save them as presets for quick access. It's designed for ease of use and visibility, even from a distance, and works seamlessly in the background.

What We Love

  • 🚀 Simple and effective
  • 🚀 Customizable and streamlined
  • 👍 Easy to configure and edit
  • 👍 Convenient for workouts and circuits

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Occasional issues with audio playback in the background
  • 💡 Desire for more color customization options
Pace: Running Pace Calculator#3

Pace: Running Pace Calculator by Skipjack Studios, LLC

Pace, splits, finish times
Worth Considering
💪 Health & Fitness
4.7😐(379 ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
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This app helps runners plan their races by calculating pace and speed. It provides instant conversions and displays finish times for various race distances, from short sprints to ultra-marathons. Users can also plan race strategies with detailed splits and switch between metric and imperial units.

What We Love

  • 👍 Simple and easy to use
  • 💡 Custom splits functionality
  • 🚀 Efficient pace calculation
  • 👍 Straightforward UI

Room to Improve

  • 💸 Intrusive ads after update
  • 🐛 Paces are sometimes incorrect
  • 🐛 Algorithm inaccuracies

More Running Pace Timer apps to explore

4
Interval - Simple Timer
Interval - Simple Timer
Interval - Simple Timer
by Alex Beltyukov
Free

This app helps you structure your workouts with customizable interval timers. Set work and rest periods, and repeat cycles for your training sessions.

Customizable countdownWork interval settingRest interval setting
💪 Health & Fitness
(5)
free
5
Interval Timer Quick
Interval Timer Quick
Interval Timer Quick
Simple Timer for workout
Free

This straightforward timer app is designed for various workouts and exercises. Easily set your desired time and start the countdown for activities like weight training, Tabata, or running. Its simplicity makes it a quick tool for any fitness routine.

Simple timer setupStart/stop functionalitySuitable for weight training
💪 Health & Fitness
(1)
ad-supported
6
Timer®
Timer®
Timer®
Countdown clock timer
Free

This app provides a reliable and accurate countdown timer with customizable alerts and a user-friendly interface. Personalize your timer with different colors and alarm sounds to suit any situation, from cooking to workouts.

Customizable colorsAlarm sound selectionUser-friendly interface
🔧 Utilities
(38)
ad-supported
7
Intervals Pro: HIIT Timer
Intervals Pro: HIIT Timer
Intervals Pro: HIIT Timer
Running & Fitness Workouts
Free

Create and follow custom interval training routines for various fitness activities. This app offers extensive customization for intervals, alerts, and goals, with seamless integration for Apple Watch and Apple Health.

Highly customizable intervals (time/distance)Spoken interval names and promptsStandalone Apple Watch workouts
💪 Health & Fitness
(14K)
free with in-app purchases
8
Simple Interval Timer
Simple Interval Timer
Simple Interval Timer
by 0FF
Free

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.

Customizable sets, action, and break durationsPlain and simple designSaves last 5 configurations
⚽ Sports
(5.3K)
free with in-app purchases
9
Pace Watch
Pace Watch
Pace Watch
Run at your target pace
Free

This app helps runners maintain a target pace during training. It provides haptic and audio feedback when you deviate from your desired speed, with adjustable leeway. It integrates with HealthKit to read and write workout data.

Target pace trainingHaptic and audio feedbackPhone-free operation
💪 Health & Fitness
(4)
free
10
Timer
Timer
Timer
versatile,powerful,cusomizable
$3.99

This advanced timer allows for precise time management across various activities. Set multiple special events with customizable triggers like sounds, messages, or screen flashing. It's ideal for games, workouts, cooking, meditation, and any task requiring accurate timing, even when the app is in the background.

Multiple complex timers simultaneouslyScheduled event triggers (sounds, messages, photos)Customizable display modes (textual, graphical)
🔧 Utilities
(218)
free
11
Timer ٞ
Timer ٞ
Timer ٞ
Kitchen cooking alarm
Free

This application provides a clean, simple, and reliable timer for various timing needs, including cooking, sports, and work. It offers seamless integration with Apple Watch and Today Widgets, allowing for synchronized control and notifications.

Apple Watch supportToday Widget supportSynchronized timer control
🔧 Utilities
(1.2K)
ad-supported
12
Amelia Timer
Amelia Timer
Amelia Timer
Simple interval timer
Free

This app provides a straightforward interval timer for various activities. Easily configure your work and rest periods, and the number of repetitions needed. It's designed for simplicity, offering essential timer functions without unnecessary complexity.

Customizable action and break lengthsAdjustable number of setsNotifications when app is closed
💪 Health & Fitness
(60)
free
13
My Interval Timer - HIIT Timer
My Interval Timer - HIIT Timer
My Interval Timer - HIIT Timer
Сircuit Workout Timer
Free

Create and manage custom interval training routines with a voice assistant and color-coded exercises. Store all your workouts in one place for various fitness activities. Offers a free trial for subscription plans.

Customizable workout templatesVoice assistantColor-coded exercises
🔧 Utilities
(51)
free with in-app purchases
14
Timer!
Timer!
Timer!
Multiple Countdown + Reminder
Free

Manage your time effectively with this versatile app. Set multiple countdowns, create sub-timers, and organize tasks. It functions as a reminder, task manager, to-do list, and alarm, helping you optimize workouts and daily routines.

Multiple countdown timersSub-timer creationParallel timer mode
🔧 Utilities
(448)
free with in-app purchases
15
Timr - Puristic timer & stopwatch
Timr - Puristic timer & stopwatch
Timr - Puristic timer & stopwatch
by Tim Mewe
Free

This app offers a minimalist approach to timing, combining a countdown timer and a stopwatch. Its circular interface dynamically displays remaining time and lap performance. It provides detailed lap history with list and chart views, and allows sharing results.

Puristic circular interfaceCountdown timer with dynamic indicatorStopwatch with up to 99 laps
🔧 Utilities
(4)
free
16
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
(60K)
ad-supported
17
XC Team Timer
XC Team Timer
XC Team Timer
Races, field events & relays
Free
⚽ Sports
(0)
18
Timer‰
Timer‰
Timer‰
by Tim O's Studios, LLC
Free

A straightforward timer app with a large display and two prominent buttons for easy operation. Enjoy a minimalist user experience designed for quick and simple timing needs.

Large displayTwo-button operationSimple design
🔧 Utilities
(18)
free
19
OnTrack Interval Timer
OnTrack Interval Timer
OnTrack Interval Timer
Interval Timer for Track Run
Free
💪 Health & Fitness
(0)
20
Timer - Configurable Timer
Timer - Configurable Timer
Timer - Configurable Timer
Speaks, Repeats, Waits & Alert
Free

This highly configurable timer app offers interval, simple, and quick timer modes with a beautiful, easy-to-use interface. It supports dark/light modes, iCloud sync, and speaks timer names with customizable alerts.

Interval, Simple, and Quick Timer modesBeautiful and easy interfaceDark & light mode support
🔧 Utilities
(15)
free with in-app purchases

FAQ about Running Pace Timer

What are the best running pace timer apps for iPhone?
Interval Timer Plus tops our running pace timer apps ranking as of August 2026, with a 4.9-star average from 5.9K App Store ratings, and it's free to download.
Yes — 19 of the top running pace timer apps we rank are free to download, including Interval Timer Plus and Run Timer : Running Clock.
Interval Timer Plus has no ads and offers in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of August 2026.
We track 248+ running pace timer apps on the iOS App Store as of August 2026, ranked by rating, recency, and analysis of real user reviews.
Interval Timer Plus is a free, all-purpose interval timer designed for various timed activities. It allows users to create and customize multiple intervals with individual settings like colors, sounds, and counting methods (time or repetitions). These custom settings can be saved as presets for quick and easy access.
Key features include a simple 1-tap quickstart, large fonts for glanceability, full-screen color coding that acts like a traffic light, and customizable intervals with individual colors and sounds. It also offers voice readouts for interval names, works in the background, and supports dark/light modes.