One timer · every routine

The interval timer for whatever you do.

Chain any sequence of intervals — each its own length — and let it flow hands-free. Workouts, study sprints, drawing practice, meditation. Build it once, press play.

Free on iPhone · Pro unlock $4.99 · No account needed

Building a workout chain in ChainFlow with setup, work and rest set for each interval
ChainFlow library of saved routines including stretch, meditation, Pomodoro and cooking
ChainFlow Live Activity on the iPhone lock screen showing the current interval and progress

Made for the way you use time

The same simple idea — a chain of timed intervals — quietly powers dozens of routines. Here's where people love it most.

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HIIT & Circuit Workouts

Push, rest, repeat. Build Tabata, EMOM, and circuit routines that auto-advance so you never break form to tap your phone.

Interval timer for workouts →
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Gesture & Figure Drawing

30s, 1m, 2m, 5m poses in one sequence. It advances with an audio cue so your eyes stay on the model, not the clock.

Gesture drawing timer →
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Focus & Study Sessions

Chain 25/5 Pomodoro blocks — or your own rhythm — into a full study plan that runs itself from first sprint to last break.

Pomodoro & study timer →
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Meditation & Breathwork

Sequence breathing rounds and silent sits with gentle chimes between phases — no jarring alarms.

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Cooking & Prep

Marinate, boil, rest, plate — one chain keeps a multi-step recipe perfectly on schedule.

…and anything timed

Physical therapy, boxing rounds, language drills, screen-time limits. If it's a sequence of timed steps, it's a chain.

Small app. Serious timer.

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Every interval is different

Unlike rigid work/rest timers, each link in the chain has its own setup, work and rest — build the exact routine you actually do.

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Hands-free audio cues

Distinct sounds mark each transition, playing even when locked or backgrounded. Eyes off the screen, all the way through.

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Live Activity + widgets

See the current interval right on your lock screen and Dynamic Island, without opening the app.

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Save unlimited routines

Keep a library of chains for every context and start any of them in one tap (Pro).

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Sync across devices

Sign in with Apple and your chains follow you to every device (Pro).

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Clean, calm, dark

No clutter, no ads in your face, no account required to start. Just a timer that gets out of the way.

Questions

What exactly is ChainFlow?

An interval timer for iPhone that chains together a sequence of intervals, each with its own duration. Use it for HIIT and circuit workouts, Pomodoro study sessions, gesture drawing practice, meditation, cooking — any routine made of timed steps.

Is it really free?

Yes. Download and use it free. ChainFlow Pro is a one-time $4.99 upgrade for unlimited saved routines and cloud sync. No subscription, no account needed to start.

Can I use it for figure / gesture drawing?

Absolutely — it's a favorite use. Build a sequence like 30s → 1m → 2m → 5m poses and it advances automatically with an audio cue, so your attention stays on the model instead of the clock. See the drawing guide →

Does it work when my phone is locked?

Yes. Audio cues play in the background and a Live Activity shows the current interval on your lock screen.

What makes it different from other interval timers?

Most timers only do a fixed work/rest cycle. ChainFlow lets every interval be a different length, so one app covers workouts, study, drawing, and more instead of forcing your routine into a rigid Tabata mold.

Build your first chain in 60 seconds

Free on the App Store. Works for whatever you're timing.

Download ChainFlow