Best Running Timer Apps

249+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

4.8 avg rating
18 free apps
Updated July 2026

Whether you're new to running timer or looking for an upgrade, our curated collection of 249+ iOS apps has something for everyone. Each app is reviewed and rated by real users, helping you make an informed decision.

Compare top Running Timer Apps (July 2026)

#AppPriceRatingAdsIn-App PurchasesUpdated
1Interval Timer □ HIIT TimerInterval Timer □ HIIT TimerFree4.8★ (86K)NoYesAug 2026
2Simple Interval TimerSimple Interval TimerFree4.9★ (5.3K)YesYesAug 2026
3RUN interval - Running TimerRUN interval - Running TimerFree4.7★ (980)NoYesJul 2026
4Running Trainer: Tracker&CoachRunning Trainer: Tracker&CoachFree4.9★ (114K)NoYesAug 2026
5Interval Timer - Tabata TimerInterval Timer - Tabata TimerFree4.5★ (19K)YesYesAug 2026
6Intervals Pro: HIIT TimerIntervals Pro: HIIT TimerFree4.8★ (14K)NoYesAug 2026
7Interval Timer PlusInterval Timer PlusFree4.9★ (5.9K)NoYesAug 2026
8TimerChain - Interval TimerTimerChain - Interval TimerFreeNoNoMay 2026

Top Picks for Running 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
Interval Timer □ HIIT Timer screenshot 1
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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
Simple Interval Timer#2

Simple Interval Timer by 0FF

Strong Contender
⚽ Sports
4.9😊(5.3K ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
Simple Interval Timer screenshot 1
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Simple Interval Timer screenshot 6

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

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Occasional bugs and crashes
  • ⚙️ Limited customization options
  • 🔋 Compatibility issues with newer iOS versions
RUN interval - Running Timer#3

RUN interval - Running Timer by CAN YOU HEAR ME SOFTWARE

Interval running made easier.
Worth Considering
💪 Health & Fitness
4.7(980 ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
RUN interval - Running Timer screenshot 1
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This app simplifies interval and Fartlek running by allowing you to set custom targets for time or distance during hard, easy, and rest efforts. It offers detailed post-run summaries, audio and visual feedback, and an Apple Watch app for enhanced training.

More Running Timer apps to explore

4
Running Trainer: Tracker&Coach
Running Trainer: Tracker&Coach
Running Trainer: Tracker&Coach
Run Coach: 5K & 10K Runner
Free

This app provides accurate running tracking, including pace, distance, calories, and heart rate. It offers voice feedback, music integration, and a history of your running activities to help you improve.

Accurate distance and time trackingPace and calorie trackingGPS mapping and route tracking
💪 Health & Fitness
(114K)
subscription
5
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
6
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
7
Interval Timer Plus
Interval Timer Plus
Interval Timer Plus
Simple interval timer
Free

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.

Customizable intervalsNamed intervals with voice readoutIndividual colors and sounds
💪 Health & Fitness
(5.9K)
free with in-app purchases
8
TimerChain - Interval Timer
TimerChain - Interval Timer
TimerChain - Interval Timer
Sequential Timer Chains
Free
🌟 Lifestyle
(0)
9
relaytimer
relaytimer
relaytimer
Custom Queue Timers for All
Free
🔧 Utilities
(0)
10
Quicky Timer
Quicky Timer
Quicky Timer
Count down to any time.
Free
📊 Productivity
(0)
11
30 Second Timer 2
30 Second Timer 2
30 Second Timer 2
by George Field
$0.99
📊 Productivity
(0)
12
Tabata Timer and HIIT Timer
Tabata Timer and HIIT Timer
Tabata Timer and HIIT Timer
Tabata Stopwatch Pro (TSP)
Free

This interval training app automates your exercise, rest, and cooldown periods for various workouts like Tabata, HIIT, and sprints. It offers customizable intervals, voice guidance, and music integration to enhance focus and workout efficiency. Track your progress with Apple Health integration.

Automated exercise and rest intervalsCustomizable workout presetsVoice and beep guidance
💪 Health & Fitness
(74K)
free with in-app purchases
13
Simple OneTap Timer
Simple OneTap Timer
Simple OneTap Timer
by Natsumi Tabuchi
Free
🔧 Utilities
(0)
14
Timer Box Lite
Timer Box Lite
Timer Box Lite
by Jerome Lambert
Free
🔧 Utilities
(0)
15
MulTimer
MulTimer
MulTimer
Multiple timers
Free
🔧 Utilities
(0)
16
Metronome Timer: Stay in Sync
Metronome Timer: Stay in Sync
Metronome Timer: Stay in Sync
by Logan Wang
Free
🔧 Utilities
(0)
17
Image Timer multiple timers
Image Timer multiple timers
Image Timer multiple timers
Multiple timers and stopwatch
Free
🔧 Utilities
(0)
18
Multi Timer & Interval Timer
Multi Timer & Interval Timer
Multi Timer & Interval Timer
Timer for different purposes
Free
🔧 Utilities
(0)
19
Sequence: Multi-Timer
Sequence: Multi-Timer
Sequence: Multi-Timer
Cooking, HIIT, Pomodoro & more
Free
🔧 Utilities
(0)
20
Kitchen timer only numbers
Kitchen timer only numbers
Kitchen timer only numbers
by eventcast inc.
$0.99
🔧 Utilities
(0)

FAQ about Running Timer

What are the best running timer apps for iPhone?
Interval Timer □ HIIT Timer tops our running timer apps ranking as of July 2026, with a 4.8-star average from 86K App Store ratings, and it's free to download.
Yes — 18 of the top running timer apps 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 July 2026.
We track 249+ running timer apps on the iOS App Store as of July 2026, ranked by rating, recency, and analysis of real user reviews.
This app is a simple and beautiful interval timer designed for workouts. You can customize intervals for exercise, rest, and rounds, and then start your workout with audio cues. It also provides detailed history and statistics to track your progress.
You can set up custom intervals by dragging to adjust settings for your workout, rest periods, and the number of rounds. Once configured, simply tap to start your session.

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