# Runner's Interval Timer — Quick & Simple

> Interval timer for runners with sound alerts and background operation. (iPhone/iPad app by E Payne.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/runners-interval-timer/id417017357 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [E Payne](https://appshunter.io/developer/377005076)
- Category: Health & Fitness, Sports
- Price: $1.99
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 12.0 · 10 MB
- Languages: English
- Released: 2011-02-02
- Data updated: 2026-06-10
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/runners-interval-timer/id417017357/reviews.md

## What is Runner's Interval Timer?

NOW with over 13,000 downloads!

Clean, simple! Be up and running in less than 10 seconds! With build in sound indicators that indicate when to run and walk. 


Features:

-Runs in background and lock/sleep mode.
-Sound alerts to indicate when to run and walk.
-Allows music to play.
-Option to prevent device auto-lock while timers are running.
-Double tap button to 'Hide Buttons' to prevent accidental presses 
-Easy interval selection using spin wheels to choose the running and walking times
-Running and walking times selection from 5 seconds to 30 minutes and 55 seconds in any 5 second increment

## Key features

- Background and lock/sleep mode operation
- Sound alerts for run/walk intervals
- Music playback support
- Prevents device auto-lock
- Easy interval selection with spin wheels
- Customizable run/walk times from 5 seconds to 30 minutes

## Recent user reviews (10 of 35)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/runners-interval-timer/id417017357/reviews.md

### 1/5 — Running app

*2020-01-06, version 2.3*

Is there any app support? I can’t seem to be able to see where to set the repetition to run a marathon or the sound to tell the difference between run ,walk I also don’t want the continual beep every second. Who can I contact

**Developer response:** In response, once you set the run walk timers and press the start button the timers will continue to run until you stop it manually so it will work for a marathon.  There are built in sounds to alert you to run and walk. In order to hear them please make sure your iPhone is not in silent mode (switch on side of iPhone) and  the "Ringers and Alerts" volume in your iPhone sound settings is turned up.  For the continual beep sound you are hearing, it sounds like you have turned on the "Session In Progress Beep" which makes a beep sound every couple of seconds to indicate the timers are running. To turn this beeping sound off toggle the switch in the lower right corner of the screen. Turning this off will not affect the running and walking alert sounds. Please let us know if this resolves your issues. You can  contact us by email at epayneapps@live.com or from the support page on our web site at www.epayneapps.weebly.com if you have further issues. Thank-you!

### 5/5 — Great interval timer/audio customization

*2017-03-24, version 2*

I just purchased the app. It will work for my long distance run/walk workouts, but I would love to be able to customize the alarm sound. Any plans to allow this customization ? Thanks.

**Developer response:** Thank you for your review! There are currently no plans for alarm sound customizations.

### 1/5 — No sound alert

*2017-02-23, version 1.9*

I really want to use this App, but the sound alerts don't work unless the phone is left on. This drains the battery and I accidentally hit the Pause and/or other buttons. Great idea, but disappointed.

**Developer response:** Thanks for your review!  Sorry for your issue with the alert sounds not working.  However the sound alerts should be be working when the phone is in sleep/lock mode. If you could please contact us through our support page on our site we will try to help with this. Secondly as indicated in another review reply, the buttons can be hidden during a session by double tapping the "Hide Buttons" button. Once done the app will not respond to any touches and the pause, cancel and reset buttons are hidden.

### 4/5 — Simple to use!

*2016-06-10, version 1.9*

I wanted an interval timer app that didn't take a lot of time to set up and this is it! Very easy and simple to use. It can be changed quickly if I'm midway through a workout and I need to switch up. The only reason I gave it 4 stars instead of 5 is that I wish there was a way to change the sound of the alert tones. Overall, not bad for 99cents.

**Developer response:** Thanks for your review!  We have had several suggestions to be able to change the alert tones.  We designed this app to be simple and easy to use without too many settings to worry about.  However, we will take this into consideration.

### 1/5 — Don't Buy!

*2016-05-03, version 1.9*

There is no indication to walk unless you are looking at the app. Not worth it.

### 1/5 — Not worth it

*2016-03-02, version 1.9*

The sound is so low and I can't tell when it switches from run to walk. I couldn't figure out how to change the settings.

### 2/5 — Doesn't work

*2016-01-27, version 1.9*

I would love this app to work but would not work with my music playing.

### 1/5 — Interval length

*2015-12-16, version 1.8*

Darn it, I can only set an interval for one length? I like to do 'ladders' - increase and decrease the running time. I'll keep looking...

### 5/5 — Great app

*2015-12-02, version 1.8*

I got this app when I first started running a few years ago. It's a great app if you don't have the money for the fancy watches.

### 1/5 — Help

*2015-10-12, version 1.7*

Use to work great in background.  Suddenly doesn't help!

## Frequently asked questions about Runner's Interval Timer

### What does the Runner's Interval Timer app do?

This application provides a straightforward interval timer designed specifically for runners. It helps users manage their run and walk periods with audible cues and can run in the background while music plays.

### What are the key features of this interval timer?

Key features include background operation even in lock/sleep mode, sound alerts to signal run and walk times, music playback compatibility, and the option to prevent the device from auto-locking. It also offers easy selection of running and walking times using spin wheels.

### Is this app free to use?

Yes, the application is available for free. There are no in-app purchases or advertisements mentioned in the provided description.

### Can this app run while I listen to music?

Yes, the app is designed to allow music to play while the timer is active. It runs in the background, ensuring your music experience is not interrupted by the timer's functionality.

### How do I set custom interval times?

You can easily set custom running and walking times using the intuitive spin wheels provided within the app. The selection ranges from 5 seconds up to 30 minutes and 55 seconds, with increments of 5 seconds.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 2.5 — 2022-11-14

-Updated to ensure compatibility with iOS 16 and latest iPhones up to and including all variations of iPhone 14
-cosmetic improvements/fixes

### 2.4 — 2021-10-20

-reproduced under the latest development software to ensure compatibility with iOS 15
-display fixes for and latest iPhones
-cosmetic / visual changes

### 2.3 — 2019-11-09

-Reproduced under the latest development software to ensure compatibility with iOS 13 and latest iPhones

### 2.2 — 2019-02-15

- Updated to fix display layout on larger and new iPhones
- Updated with large fonts for better viewing, especially on larger iPhone displays
- Privacy Policy link added

### 2.1 — 2018-03-06

-fixed issue where phone calls or notifications would stop alerts sounds from playing when app goes to background mode

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