249+ iOS apps curated and reviewed
The best swimming timer apps on iPhone average 4.7★ across 249+ titles — we've ranked them by what real users actually keep on their phones. Updated September 2026.
| # | App | Price | Rating | Ads | In-App Purchases | Updated | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  | Free | 5.0★ (4) | Yes | Yes | Sep 2026 | |
| 2 |  | Free | 4.8★ (60K) | Yes | Yes | Oct 2026 | |
| 3 |  | Free | — | No | Yes | Jul 2026 | |
| 4 |  | Free | 4.8★ (224) | No | Yes | Sep 2026 | |
| 5 |  | Free | — | No | No | May 2026 | |
| 6 |  | $1.99 | 4.5★ (16) | No | No | Sep 2026 | |
| 7 |  | Free | 5.0★ (1) | No | No | May 2026 | |
| 8 |  | Free | — | No | No | May 2026 |
This app helps swimmers practice race starts with customizable timers and randomized delays. It also functions as a stopwatch to accurately measure lap and split times during training. Results can be saved and organized by date, with customizable event names and color themes.
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.
