# Simple Interval Timer — user reviews > 361 indexed App Store user reviews of Simple Interval Timer by 0FF, rated 4.90/5 from 5,318 ratings. - Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/simple-interval-timer/id458334253/reviews - App overview in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/simple-interval-timer/id458334253.md - Rating breakdown: 5★ 4,832 · 4★ 358 · 3★ 66 · 2★ 24 · 1★ 38 ## What do users think of Simple Interval Timer? Overall sentiment: positive **Pros** - 👍 Simple and easy to use - 🚀 Efficient and straightforward - 💰 Actually free, no paywall - 🔊 Unobtrusive audio cues - 🎶 Works well with music playback **Cons** - 🐛 Occasional bugs and crashes - ⚙️ Limited customization options - 🔋 Compatibility issues with newer iOS versions - 🔍 Difficulty deleting/managing saved configurations **Commonly reported bugs** - Timer stops working when screen is locked - Countdown beeps not syncing with timer - Interval times not accurately tracked **Most requested features** - Ability to name and delete saved configurations - More granular interval time settings (e.g., 1-second increments) - Stronger haptic feedback on Apple Watch - Integration with workout tracking apps ## Newest reviews (19 of 361) ### 4/5 — Simple but Annoying … *2026-07-13, version 5.1.2* I love this timer because it’s straightforward and simple. I love how it will tell you when to walk and run. Using this for my training block this summer. However, it’s frustrating and annoying when if you need to stop in the middle of the run it doesn’t pause automatically. Actually, it doesn’t pause at all manually either. I tried pausing it yesterday when I needed to use the bathroom. My 2 other run apps will pause automatically when it senses I have to stop. If the developers of this app can figure out a way to make it pause automatically, I will give it a 5 star rating and purchase the upgrade. ### 4/5 — My “go-to” for interval *2026-06-14, version 5.1.2* This has been my go to for interval training for several years. It could be improved, but everything can be improved and I did this able to handle all basic intervals. If it could be programmed for multiple variations at once that would be awesome. ### 4/5 — Great but color *2026-05-31, version 5.1.2* Perfect app, completely stripped of any unnecessary noise but the color contrast is hard for me to read from where I have my phone at the gym. Different color options please. ### 5/5 — Simple, easy to use *2026-05-20, version 5.1.2* Very basic timer. Exactly what I need for hiit/sit training. ### 5/5 — Conditioning for my first 5k *2026-05-14, version 5.1.2* I use to run as a teenager in school. I stayed active but just enough; nothing more. At 62 years old I'm running my first 5k. This app has helped tremendously. I simply love it and have shared with others as a testament that you can do it also! ### 4/5 — Almost perfect *2026-05-12, version 5.1.2* I really enjoy the app as a whole. I love using it on my Apple Watch bc I can monitor my heart rate and I don’t have to have my phone nearby. One thing that disappoints me is I can’t start Workout on my watch and then use this without Workout cancelling itself. Unsure if this is all related or Apple related but if I could use both simultaneously this would be perfect! ### 5/5 — Great app *2026-05-11, version 5.1.2* Free and love it ### 5/5 — Very user friendly *2026-05-08, version 5.1.2* Easiest timer to use ### 4/5 — Mostly love this app *2026-05-08, version 5.1.2* I use this app while instructing group fitness classes!! The only thing I wish was different was a 3-5 second countdown on the watch. I’m pretty good at counting down in my head, but would love a beep as a 3-2-1 ending countdown to the end. I think if that was th case, I wouldn’t have to check my watch constantly. Please make this a setting and it would have my 5 stars!! ### 5/5 — I use this for a spiritual practice *2026-04-29, version 5.1.2* Thank you so much for making this simple and available. If I maintain use I will gladly contribute. Your work and generosity are much appreciated. ### 5/5 — Simple and easy *2026-04-25, version 5.1.2* Exactly what I wanted. ### 4/5 — Healthy Companion *2026-04-16, version 5.1.2* SIT is a great companion on my run-walk workouts. It keeps me on track and motivated to finish what I programmed for my workout. Thank you engineers! ### 5/5 — Grd *2026-04-14, version 5.1.2* Excellent ### 5/5 — An excellent app. *2026-04-10, version 5.1.2* I use this app for my musical studies. Setting a number of 10, 15 or 20 minute sets with mini breaks in between for recovery between sets enables me to focus more sharply, plan more effectively and ensure I achieve what I set out to do. It is very easy to use, and very simple. Highly recommended. ### 5/5 — Easy to use TIMER *2026-04-07, version 5.1.2* This Timer is really handy because I can set it as I walk laps for counting the remaining time w/o me touching anything. It stays visible on my I-Pad and beeps when done for the time I set. ### 5/5 — Works Great *2026-04-05, version 5.1.2* Easy to use and adapt to your needs ### 5/5 — It does what the other apps should do *2026-03-24, version 5.1.2* Great for oddly specific tasks under a minute that isn’t exercise. It really is simple ### 5/5 — Timer *2026-03-12, version 5.1.2* Simple and easy to use ### 5/5 — Just what I was looking for *2026-03-02, version 5.1.2* I wanted a simple timer that didn’t have to put in exercise program and this is it. ## Most critical reviews (10 lowest-rated) ### 1/5 — Avoid this. Worked for years now faulty *2026-05-03, version 5.1.2* No idea why but timer now pauses mid set or mid rest when phone screen locked. Initially I assumed user error but it now happens constantly and definitely regardless of me being extra careful. Will be switching ### 1/5 — Worthless *2026-02-25, version 5.1.2* Does not work. Defaults to a specific routine. Effort to edit creates a second routine and third, etc. No way to delete or eliminate existing defaults routine. So when started, one must watch the first one and then try to use the counter. No support links or options. Feels like a beta test. ### 1/5 — So lame *2026-01-05, version 5.1.2* Worst timer and I paid for it!!!!! So way to set up routines or change the sounds. Absolute waste of time and 3 bucks!!!! ### 1/5 — Meh *2025-11-22, version 5.1.2* Good reminder app but annoying ### 1/5 — Could be great *2025-04-17, version 5.1.2* Would be fantastic if it could run at the same time as other fitness apps that lack interval features. ### 1/5 — Irritating *2024-11-24, version 5.1.2* Adjusting to suit is rubbish. The start seems unable to function. Only 10 seconds before kicking off and unable to adjust this. ### 1/5 — Glitchy *2023-02-23, version 5.1.2* Awkward “Configuration” scheme to set up a timer. As I experimented with times each edit created a new configuration with no way to delete them. Dim screen unexpectedly turned on for all configurations. ### 1/5 — iOS 16 not worki g *2022-09-13, version 5.1* Not working in iOS 16 ### 1/5 — The beeps are inaudible (Apple Watch) *2022-09-01, version 5.1* I have my watch volume at maximum. I have SIT volume enabled and set to maximum. All other audible alerts on my phone are loud enough to hear. The whole reason for me installing this app is so I can run/walk without always looking at my watch, but with this app, I need to check my watch all the time. Maybe it’s better on the iPhone, but I’m not running with my phone. ### 1/5 — No way to add timers only delete *2022-06-21, version 5.1* Once a timer is deleted the app must be deleted and reinstalled to get more timers available. No use getting this one. There are other free ones that work properly ## Most praised reviews (10 highest-rated) ### 5/5 — It’s a Simple Interval Timer *2026-07-31, version 5.1.2* This kind of app does not need a monthly subscription or a load of bells and whistles - it just needs to be basic and work. Which is exactly what this app does. Easy to use, with a nice customisable widget. Zero complaints. ### 5/5 — Does exactly what it’s meant to do. *2026-07-27, version 5.1.2* Does exactly what it’s meant to do. It works perfectly for running a given time period followed by a given walking time period. Great for plantar fasciitis programs prescribed by your PT. ### 5/5 — Straightforward and effective *2026-07-26, version 5.1.2* This app makes HIIT workouts easy to maintain. A real boon to anyone serious about maintaining fitness. ### 5/5 — This is how apps should be *2026-06-27, version 5.1.2* I don’t need my interval timer to win a design award. I just need it to work — and this one is great! No bloated features, no flashy UI trying to impress me, just a clean, functional tool that gets out of the way and lets me focus on my workout. Honestly, more apps could learn from this approach. Simple is hard to do well, and the developer nailed it. ### 5/5 — Simple free and works great *2026-06-12, version 5.1.2* All the others wanted a lot of $$$s this one does the job. Thanks ### 5/5 — Just what I needed *2026-06-07, version 5.1.2* Simple, effective, free ### 5/5 — Great app! *2026-06-06, version 5.1.2* I love this app! It’s good for my workouts, I use it all the time. One thing I really want is for it to get updated daily to work well with the latest future iOS updates. ### 5/5 — It’s perfect *2026-06-03, version 5.1.2* It’s so refreshing when an app is t trying to drain you wallet or distract you. Long live function!! ### 5/5 — So simple, SO EASY *2026-05-31, version 5.1.2* Downloaded and started stretching in 30 seconds! Thanks for making an app that gets straight to the point lol! ### 5/5 — Excellent to keep me on track *2026-05-25, version 5.1.2* Music blasting, this app is still counting and keeping me accountable to myself. I do kettlebell workouts, one minute on, one minute off. Set my weight bearing time at 30-36 minutes not including warm up and cool down. The count down helps me push the last few reps when it’s hard. --- *Data collected daily from the US App Store and indexed by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/). User reviews are verbatim App Store reviews. Ratings, prices and chart positions refresh continuously; this snapshot is from 2026-08-27.*