Best BS alternatives: apps like BS-Free Interval Timer

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Updated October 2026

Whether you want more options like BS or a completely different take on the same concept, our curated list of 10+ similar apps has you covered. Updated for 2026 with the latest ratings and comparisons.

Top Alternatives to BS

Best Interval Timer#1

Best Interval Timer by 倩 θ΅΅

Tabata, HIIT, Circuit Training
4.6😊(81 ratings)
FreeAds
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This app acts as your personal coach, guiding you through workouts with customizable routines. Focus on your exercise while it manages timing for warm-up, high/low intensity intervals, cool-downs, and rest periods.

What We Love

  • πŸ‘ Easy to use
  • πŸ‘ Simple and functional
  • πŸ‘ Free
  • πŸ‘ Customizable intervals
  • πŸ‘ Works in background
  • πŸ‘ Good for workouts
  • πŸ‘ Music integration
  • πŸ‘ Clear notifications
  • πŸ‘ Versatile timers
  • πŸ‘ Reliable
  • πŸ‘ Good basic functionality
  • πŸ‘ Minimal ads

Room to Improve

  • πŸ› Too many ads
  • πŸ› Limited programmable routines (free version)
  • πŸ› Ads block screen in landscape
  • πŸ› Small numbers hard to read
  • πŸ› Side view unusable
  • πŸ› App stops working after rating notification
  • πŸ› Crashes when saving timers
  • πŸ› Crashes when editing exercises
  • πŸ› Cool down comes between intervals instead of at the end
  • πŸ› Buttons and words too small
4.5😊(19K ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
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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.

What We Love

  • πŸš€ Free version works well
  • πŸ‘ Customizable intervals and timers
  • πŸ‘ Flexible for different workouts
  • πŸ‘ Easy to use and set up
  • πŸ‘ Provides visual and audio cues
  • πŸ‘ Saves workout routines

Room to Improve

  • πŸ› Timer issues (stops, loses time)
  • πŸ”‹ Drains battery when used
  • πŸ’° Expensive subscription model
  • πŸ“’ Intrusive ads
  • πŸ”’ Incompatible with other apps
Interval Timer X Workout Timer#3

Interval Timer X Workout Timer by 世恬 钜

Tabata/HIIT/Yoga | Home & Gym
Worth Considering
πŸ’ͺ Health & Fitness
4.8😊(686 ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
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This versatile timer helps you structure workouts, manage daily tasks, and achieve fitness goals. Customize routines, track progress with visual cues, and stay motivated with customizable sounds. Ideal for HIIT, Tabata, yoga, and more.

What We Love

  • πŸš€ Interval timer
  • πŸ‘ Easy to use
  • πŸ‘ Customizable
  • πŸ‘ Useful for workouts
  • πŸ‘ Reliable
  • πŸ‘ Simple and straightforward

Room to Improve

  • πŸ’° Ads in free version
  • πŸ› Occasional bugs or crashes

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Interval Timer β–‘ HIIT Timer
Interval Timer β–‘ HIIT Timer
Interval Timer β–‘ HIIT Timer
The simple workout timer.
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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.

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Custom Interval Timers
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Custom Interval Timers
Highly customizable flows
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Design personalized interval timers for workouts or productivity. Its intuitive editor allows for custom flows with various settings like countdowns and personalized interfaces. Offers light/dark modes and an option to disable ads.

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Seconds Interval Timer
Seconds Interval Timer
Seconds Interval Timer
Tabata, HIIT, Circuit Training
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This app provides a versatile interval timer for various workout types like Tabata, HIIT, and circuit training. It features a clear, full-screen display, customizable alerts, and background operation. Users can also utilize a stopwatch and countdown timer, with integration for Apple Health.

Full-screen colored displayTemplates for HIIT, Tabata, Circuit TrainingVoice and audio alerts
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RUN interval - Running Timer
RUN interval - Running Timer
RUN interval - Running Timer
Interval running made easier.
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This app simplifies interval and Fartlek running by allowing you to set custom targets for time or distance during hard, easy, and rest efforts. It offers detailed post-run summaries, audio and visual feedback, and an Apple Watch app for enhanced training.

Customizable interval sessionsTime and distance targetsDistance Goal option
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Interval Timer: Run Walk, HIIT
Interval Timer: Run Walk, HIIT
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Running Workouts & Training
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Organize your running and high-intensity interval training sessions with ease. Quickly set up custom time intervals for running, walking, warm-ups, and cool-downs. Receive voice and vibration notifications for interval changes, and enjoy background music playback.

Intuitive designCustomizable time intervalsWarm-up and cool-down timers
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Intervals Pro: HIIT Timer
Intervals Pro: HIIT Timer
Intervals Pro: HIIT Timer
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Create and follow custom interval training routines for various fitness activities. This app offers extensive customization for intervals, alerts, and goals, with seamless integration for Apple Watch and Apple Health.

Highly customizable intervals (time/distance)Spoken interval names and promptsStandalone Apple Watch workouts
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HIIT: Simple interval timer
HIIT: Simple interval timer
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Interval Running, Run keeper
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Design and track custom interval running workouts with real-time data and audio cues. This app offers detailed post-run analysis and integrates with Apple Health and Apple Watch for phone-free training.

Customizable intervals (time, distance, open)Support for HIIT, tempo, fartlek, pyramid, progression workoutsReal-time tracking of pace, cadence, heart rate
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