Best Simple Timer App

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4.6 avg rating
20 free apps
Updated July 2026

The best simple timer app apps on iPhone average 4.6★ across 231+ titles — we've ranked them by what real users actually keep on their phones. Updated July 2026.

Top Picks for Simple Timer App

Simple Timer App#1

Simple Timer App by Hayato Shimizu

Editor's Choice
🔧 Utilities
5.0(2 ratings)
Free
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This utility app provides a straightforward timer experience by removing all non-essential features. It operates seamlessly in the background and delivers notifications even when the device is locked.

Interval Timer □ HIIT Timer#2

Interval Timer □ HIIT Timer by Float Tech, LLC

The simple workout timer.
Strong Contender
💪 Health & Fitness
4.8😊(83K 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

Room to Improve

  • 🔒 Requires subscription after limited free use
  • 🐛 Music volume issues with voice prompts
  • 🐛 Inconsistent behavior when switching apps
(Not Boring) Timer#3

(Not Boring) Timer by Not Boring Software LLC

Loud, Readable & Not Boring
Worth Considering
🔧 Utilities
4.8😊(1.7K ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
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This app offers a visually engaging and intuitive timer experience, inspired by simple egg timers. It features a unique overshoot function, a game-like interface with 3D animations, and customizable skins. Widgets provide quick access to timers for daily routines.

What We Love

  • 👍 Simple and beautiful design
  • 🎨 Visually appealing with different skins
  • 🔊 Great background music and sound effects
  • 💡 Minimalist and fun to use

Room to Improve

  • 🔍 Limited timer options (only up to 90 minutes)
  • ⏱️ No option to set timers in seconds
  • 🔒 Subscription-based model

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4
Timer+ Countdown & Stopwatch
Timer+ Countdown & Stopwatch
Timer+ Countdown & Stopwatch
Cooking, Workouts, Meditation
Free

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.

Multiple timers and stopwatchesMulti-step interval timersCustomizable timer segments
🔧 Utilities
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5
Simple Timer & Alarm ListTimer
Simple Timer & Alarm ListTimer
Simple Timer & Alarm ListTimer
to Focus,Workout,Study,Fitness
Free

This app offers a simple, one-tap timer for various activities like focus, study, and workouts. It displays finish times, works in the background with notifications, and supports vibration for silent mode. An upgrade option removes ads and adds lock screen countdowns and custom sounds.

One-tap startFinish times displayedBackground notifications
🔧 Utilities
(299)
free with in-app purchases
6
MultiTimer: Multiple timers
MultiTimer: Multiple timers
MultiTimer: Multiple timers
Visual countdown seconds timer
Free

Manage multiple countdowns and count-ups simultaneously with customizable timers for any task. Organize your time with flexible layouts, personalized alerts, and easy sharing options. Optimize productivity for work, study, or daily activities.

Multiple timer creationCustomizable layoutsPersonalized labels, colors, icons
🔧 Utilities
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free with in-app purchases
7
Simple Interval Timer
Simple Interval Timer
Simple Interval Timer
by Alena Kazarova
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
(4.2K)
free with in-app purchases
8
Timer Plus - Workouts Timer
Timer Plus - Workouts Timer
Timer Plus - Workouts Timer
Fitness à la maison, 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
9
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
(18K)
free with in-app purchases
10
Simple Meditation Timer
Simple Meditation Timer
Simple Meditation Timer
by Never Can Tell
Free

A minimalist timer designed for meditation and restorative yoga. It offers a peaceful countdown experience with a gentle chime, free from distractions. Users can optionally log their sessions as Mindful Minutes in the Health app.

Minimalist timer interfacePeaceful countdownZen bowl chime
🌟 Lifestyle
(101)
free
11
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
12
Big Timer - Simple
Big Timer - Simple
Big Timer - Simple
Large and easy to see
Free

This utility app features large, easy-to-read text for simple stopwatch and countdown timer functions. It's designed for quick visibility from a distance, making it ideal for straightforward timekeeping needs.

Large, easy-to-read displayStopwatch functionalityCountdown timer functionality
🔧 Utilities
(4)
ad-supported
13
Stopwatch‰
Stopwatch‰
Stopwatch‰
Simple large display Stopwatch
Free

This utility app offers a straightforward stopwatch experience with a large, easy-to-read display and simple two-button operation. It's designed for users who need a no-fuss timer for quick and accurate timekeeping.

Large displaySimple designTwo-button operation
🔧 Utilities
(32K)
ad-supported
14
Repeat Timer: Interval Remind
Repeat Timer: Interval Remind
Repeat Timer: Interval Remind
Multitimer Alarm Clock
Free

This app provides a simple and effective way to set up recurring reminders for various tasks and routines. It features customizable timers, optional interval cycles, and background operation with visual and audio notifications.

Customizable repeating timersOptional interval timer cyclesBackground operation with notifications
🔧 Utilities
(7.3K)
free with in-app purchases
15
Interval Timer: Tabata & HIIT
Interval Timer: Tabata & HIIT
Interval Timer: Tabata & HIIT
Workout, fitness, crossfit
Free

This app provides a customizable interval timer for various training routines, including HIIT and Tabata. Easily set up custom workouts, track your progress, and stay motivated with visual cues and audio notifications. It's suitable for a wide range of activities from fitness to productivity.

Customizable workout setupProgress tracking with calendarSaveable custom presets
💪 Health & Fitness
(330)
free with in-app purchases
16
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
(4.4K)
free with in-app purchases
17
Hourglass - Simple Timer
Hourglass - Simple Timer
Hourglass - Simple Timer
by Focaccia, Inc.
Free

This app offers a simple and user-friendly hourglass experience. Set your desired time, pause it as needed, and enjoy the soothing visual of falling sand. It's designed for moments of calm and focused time management.

User-friendly hourglass interfaceSet custom timer durationsPause and resume timer
🔧 Utilities
(216)
free with in-app purchases
18
Countdown & Count Up Timer
Countdown & Count Up Timer
Countdown & Count Up Timer
Event Reminders and Widgets
Free

Easily track important dates with customizable countdowns and count-ups. Never miss an anniversary, event, or milestone with home screen widgets and timely notifications. Personalize your tracking with custom backgrounds and text.

Unlimited event trackingHome and lock screen widgetsCustomizable notifications
📊 Productivity
(2.3K)
free with in-app purchases
19
Fasting Tracker & Diet App
Fasting Tracker & Diet App
Fasting Tracker & Diet App
Simple Fast Timer 16:8 & 5:2
Free

Easily manage your intermittent fasting schedule with this simple timer. Track your fasting and meal times, explore various fasting methods, and discover trends in your progress. Maintain a healthy lifestyle with a user-friendly interface.

Track fasting and meal timesChoose from multiple fasting methodsDiscover fasting trends over time
💪 Health & Fitness
(11K)
free
20
Repeat Timer
Repeat Timer
Repeat Timer
Looping Reminder Alarm Clock
Free

This app provides a flexible repeating timer for work and relaxation. Set custom durations and repeat counts, and receive notifications for each cycle. It integrates with widgets, Siri, and Apple Watch for seamless use.

Customizable duration and repeat countBackground notificationsHome and Lock Screen widgets
🔧 Utilities
(516)
subscription