Best apps like Timeline - Interval Timer

10+ similar apps compared and reviewed

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Updated October 2026

Whether you want more options like Timeline 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 Timeline

Interval Timer: Run & HIIT#1

Interval Timer: Run & HIIT by Roma Sosnovsky

Simple Tabata Training Tracker
4.5😐(534 ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
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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.

What We Love

  • πŸš€ Simple and easy to use
  • πŸ‘ Customizable intervals
  • πŸš€ Straightforward app
  • πŸ‘ Works as advertised
  • πŸ‘ Great for getting back into running

Room to Improve

  • πŸ”‡ No audio prompts when screen is locked
  • πŸ”‹ High battery consumption
  • πŸ”’ Limited free version
  • πŸ› Inconsistent performance
  • πŸ”‡ Voice prompts not loud enough
HIIT Interval Timer | Cero#3

HIIT Interval Timer | Cero by Flawless Studio LLC

Tabata, Gym & Boxing Workout
Worth Considering
πŸ’ͺ Health & Fitness
4.7😊(435 ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
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This interval timer app enhances various workouts like HIIT, Tabata, and yoga with intuitive design and customizable timer modes. Create and save custom intervals, track calorie expenditure, and sync settings across devices, including Apple Watch.

What We Love

  • πŸ‘ Simple and straightforward
  • πŸ‘ Very practical and customizable
  • πŸ‘ Great for HIIT and Tabata
  • πŸ‘ Clear design and easy to use
  • πŸ‘ Good value, no subscription
  • πŸ‘ Works as expected
  • πŸ‘ Versatile for various workouts
  • πŸ‘ Intuitive and functional

Room to Improve

  • πŸ”‹ Drains battery
  • 🎢 Music playback interrupted
  • ⚠️ Ads interrupt timers
  • πŸ”Š Weak or non-functional sound/haptics
  • πŸ”„ Forced updates
  • 🧭 Back button change on Apple Watch

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Interval Timer X Workout Timer
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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.

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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.

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Tabata Timer β–‘
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This app provides a straightforward and visually appealing timer for Tabata workouts. Easily customize workout intervals and rest periods by dragging elements. It offers audio guidance, background music support, and workout history tracking.

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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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Interval Timer Plus
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Simple interval timer
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This versatile timer app offers a simple yet powerful way to manage timed activities. Customize multiple intervals with individual colors and sounds, and save them as presets for quick access. It's designed for ease of use and visibility, even from a distance, and works seamlessly in the background.

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Interval Timer - Tabata Timer
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Multiple timers for fitness
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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.

Customizable sets, intervals, and rest timesRuns in background and with screen lockedMusic playlist integration
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Interval Timer
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This app is a versatile interval timer designed for various training styles like Tabata and HIIT. It offers customizable workout parameters, voice guidance, and music ducking for an enhanced training experience. Save your custom workouts and track your progress.

Customizable interval settingsVoice assistant with text-to-speechMusic ducking for audio integration
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