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Best Set Timer Apps

250+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

4.7 avg rating
18 free apps
Updated September 2026

Every iPhone needs a few good set 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 Set Timer Apps (September 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
3Timer+ Countdown & StopwatchTimer+ Countdown & StopwatchFree4.7★ (41K)YesYesOct 2026
4Interval Timer - Tabata TimerInterval Timer - Tabata TimerFree4.5★ (19K)YesYesOct 2026
5Little Timer Hatch CountdownLittle Timer Hatch CountdownFree4.5★ (10K)NoYesOct 2026
6Set-Rest TimerSet-Rest TimerFree—NoNoMay 2026
7Set Workout Timer & IntervalsSet Workout Timer & IntervalsFree—NoNoMay 2026
8Gym Timer-Timer for rest timeGym Timer-Timer for rest timeFree4.5★ (460)NoNoAug 2026

Top Picks for Set 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
Timer+ Countdown & Stopwatch#3

Timer+ Countdown & Stopwatch by Minima Software

Interval, Workouts, Pomodoro
Worth Considering
🔧 Utilities
4.7😊(41K ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
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Manage multiple timers and stopwatches simultaneously for various activities like cooking, workouts, and daily routines. Build complex interval timers with custom segments and receive voice announcements. Save and reuse timer templates for efficient time management.

What We Love

  • 👍 Easy to use
  • 🚀 Convenient for multiple timers
  • 💡 Customizable alarm sounds
  • 👍 Helpful for cooking and productivity
  • 👍 Reliable and works as expected

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Occasional issues with timers not updating correctly
  • 🔋 Potential battery drain
  • 🔍 Ads can be intrusive
  • 🔒 Inconsistent Apple Watch integration

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FAQ about Set Timer

What are the best set timer apps for iPhone?
Interval Timer □ HIIT Timer tops our set timer apps ranking as of September 2026, with a 4.8-star average from 86K App Store ratings, and it's free to download.
Yes — 18 of the top set 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 September 2026.
We track 250+ set timer apps on the iOS App Store as of September 2026, ranked by rating, recency, and analysis of real user reviews.

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