Best Start Timer Apps

237+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

4.6 avg rating
19 free apps
Updated May 2026

Every iPhone needs a few good start timer apps. We benchmark 237+ of them on App Store rating, freshness, and pricing, then surface the standouts so you don't have to scroll the App Store yourself.

Top Picks for Start Timer

Voice Sail Start Timer#1

Voice Sail Start Timer by Egor Leonenko

timekeeper in your pocket
Editor's Choice
⚽ Sports
5.0(1 ratings)
Free
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This sailing race timer app provides voice cues and a visual display to help you keep track of time and next actions, with customizable start sequences and settings for various racing types. With its comprehensive features, you can efficiently manage your sailing races and stay on top of the game.

MultiTimer: Multiple timers#2

MultiTimer: Multiple timers by PERSAPPS (PERSEPS), TOO

Visual countdown seconds timer
Strong Contender
🔧 Utilities
4.7😊(16K ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
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Efficiently manage your time with the MultiTimer app, offering a variety of timer options like task timers and kitchen timers. Customize layouts, personalize timers, and enjoy features like notifications and exporting timer data. Download now for improved time management in various aspects of your daily routines!

What We Love

  • 🌟 Excellent multi-timer functionality
  • 👍 Highly customizable timers
  • 🎨 Beautiful and intuitive design
  • 🔍 Versatile for various use cases (cooking, workouts, productivity, etc.)

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Occasional bugs and crashes
  • 🔇 Alarms not always audible when phone is locked or in silent mode
  • 🕰 Apple Watch app has limited functionality compared to iPhone app
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😊(18K ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
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An interval timer designed for fitness enthusiasts, offering customizable sets, high/low intensity intervals, and rest times for various workout routines. Features include the ability to run in the background, play music during workouts, share progress on social media, save settings as templates, and integrate with Apple Health for heart rate tracking on the Apple Watch. Start optimizing your workouts today!

What We Love

  • 🚀 Free version works well
  • 👍 Customizable intervals and timers
  • 👍 Flexible for different workouts
  • 👍 Easy to use and set up

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Timer issues (stops, loses time)
  • 🔋 Drains battery when used
  • 💰 Expensive subscription model

More Start Timer apps to explore

4
Timer+ Timers and Stopwatches
Timer+ Timers and Stopwatches
Timer+ Timers and Stopwatches
Cooking, Workouts, Meditation
Free

Set and manage multiple timers and stopwatches simultaneously with the ability to run multi-step countdowns. Stay organized and efficient with this comprehensive timer application. Try it now for improved time management!

🔧 Utilities
(40K)
5
SmartWOD Timer - WOD Clock
SmartWOD Timer - WOD Clock
SmartWOD Timer - WOD Clock
AMRAP, EMOM, Tabata & more
Free

A high-performance timer designed for AMRAP and EMOM workouts, providing athletes with precise timing and interval tracking. Take your training to the next level with this versatile workout tool!

💪 Health & Fitness
(54K)
6
Interval Timer □ HIIT Timer
Interval Timer □ HIIT Timer
Interval Timer □ HIIT Timer
The simple workout timer.
Free

A workout timer app that allows you to set custom intervals for exercise, rest, and rounds seamlessly. Features include audio guides, progress tracking, and the ability to listen to music from other apps while using the timer. Improve your fitness routine with this easy-to-use interval timer app!

💪 Health & Fitness
(83K)
7
Little Timer Hatch Countdown
Little Timer Hatch Countdown
Little Timer Hatch Countdown
Visual timer and reminder
Free

Experience the magic of a visual timer with surprise animations! Perfect for kids' focus, transitions, time management, and more. Customize sounds and visuals for a personalized touch!

📚 Education
(10K)
8
Seconds Interval Timer
Seconds Interval Timer
Seconds Interval Timer
Tabata, HIIT, Circuit Training
Free

Optimize your Tabata, HIIT, and circuit training with a top interval timer. Fine-tune your workouts with ease. Start now for a more efficient fitness routine!

💪 Health & Fitness
(23K)
9
Timer Plus - Workouts Timer
Timer Plus - Workouts Timer
Timer Plus - Workouts Timer
Fitness à la maison, gym
Free

Timer Plus is an interval training timer app perfect for HIIT and Tabata workouts, offering features like round and cycle display, interval stopwatch, background mode, screen flash, voice guidance, and Apple Watch integration. Ideal for home, gym, boxing, MMA, and bodyweight exercises. Get started with Timer Plus for efficient fitness training.

💪 Health & Fitness
(60K)
10
Boxing Timer Pro Round Timer
Boxing Timer Pro Round Timer
Boxing Timer Pro Round Timer
Boxing & MMA Training Timer
Free

Need a versatile training timer for boxing or martial arts? Try this professional round timer app with customizable settings for various sports and workout routines. Includes a Workout DJ and external display support for convenience. Get started with your training today!

💪 Health & Fitness
(6.6K)
11
Seconds Pro Interval Timer
Seconds Pro Interval Timer
Seconds Pro Interval Timer
Tabata, HIIT, Circuit Training
$7.99

Get the ultimate interval timer for various workouts like Tabata, HIIT, and circuit training with Seconds Pro. Enhance your workout routines with precision timing and customization options.

💪 Health & Fitness
(11K)
12
Tabata Timer and HIIT Timer
Tabata Timer and HIIT Timer
Tabata Timer and HIIT Timer
Tabata Stopwatch Pro (TSP)
Free

A versatile interval training app designed for Tabata, HIIT, kettlebells, and more, helping automate workout intervals with beeps, voice cues, and music integration. Customize intervals, track performance metrics, and enhance training efficiency. Simply push play and focus on your workout goals.

💪 Health & Fitness
(73K)
13
timer. - Multi Countdown Timer
timer. - Multi Countdown Timer
timer. - Multi Countdown Timer
Live Activities / Widget Timer
Free

This app is a versatile multi-countdown timer that allows users to run multiple timers simultaneously, customize timer names and sounds, and access timers easily through a widget and Apple Watch app. With features like Siri Shortcuts support, a variety of alarm sounds, and the ability to choose music for alarms, it offers a convenient timer solution for various activities. For feedback or feature requests, visit the app's Twitter page.

🔧 Utilities
(168)
14
Flip Timer & stopwatch
Flip Timer & stopwatch
Flip Timer & stopwatch
Use for fitness,workout,study
Free

A productivity app designed to help users stay focused and boost efficiency through timed work sessions and breaks. Enhance your productivity today with our intuitive timer tool!

📊 Productivity
(7.5K)
15
Timer ٞ
Timer ٞ
Timer ٞ
Kitchen cooking alarm
Free

A reliable timer application perfect for all timing needs, including cooking, sports, and work. Features include Apple Watch and Today Widget support, elegant design, easy setup, and notifications via sound and vibration when time is up. Start timing tasks seamlessly between the app and Apple Watch for a convenient experience.

🔧 Utilities
(943)
16
Visual Countdown Timer
Visual Countdown Timer
Visual Countdown Timer
Fun visual timer
Free

A fun visual countdown timer app designed to make tasks easier for kids by showing a changing color timer and revealing a picture as time runs out, followed by a reward sound. Users can customize images and tasks for various uses like getting dressed, brushing teeth, and more. Simplify daily routines and turn them into enjoyable activities!

📚 Education
(39K)
17
Repeat Timer: Interval Remind
Repeat Timer: Interval Remind
Repeat Timer: Interval Remind
Multitimer Alarm Clock
Free

Set multiple custom timers with different intervals to schedule periodic reminders and alarms with the Repeat Timer app. Stay organized and on track with this multifunctional timer and alarm clock tool. Download now and never miss an important task or event again!

🔧 Utilities
(7.3K)
18
Sleep Music Timer
Sleep Music Timer
Sleep Music Timer
Sleep with favourite music
Free

Fall asleep to your favorite music and save battery power with this app. Simply start your music, set a timer, and relax as the music stops automatically. No ads, just pure enjoyment!

🔧 Utilities
(7.4K)
19
LiveCue Timer
LiveCue Timer
LiveCue Timer
Pro Timer for Shows & Streams
Free
🔧 Utilities
(1)
20
Pomodoro - Focus Timer
Pomodoro - Focus Timer
Pomodoro - Focus Timer
Improve your productivity
Free

Boost your productivity with this top Pomodoro app! Break up work periods for enhanced focus and efficiency with timer lists, relaxing sounds, iOS14 widgets support, Apple Watch complications, and customizable timer styles.

📊 Productivity
(11K)