Comparison

iCountTimer vs Interval Timer X Workout Timer

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

iCountTimer

This app combines a timer and counter for various training routines like HIIT, yoga, and boxing. It offers audio cues and a large display to keep you focused on your workout, with an optional Pro version for advanced features.

Highlights
  • Timer and counter combined
  • Save custom presets
  • Large, clear display
  • Audio cues
  • Smart screen lock
  • Health app integration (Pro)
Features
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Focus on your moves, not the count. iCountTimer is a timer and counter in one — built for anyone who trains. Whether it's interval training, yoga, home workouts, HIIT, boxing, or circuit training, this app fits right in and keeps you on track. Set your intervals, hit start, and let the app do the counting. Audio cues and a large, clear display with progress bar guide you through every session so you can stay focused on your form. What users are saying: "Best and most versatile timer app I have used. If you mix up your workouts and need a flexible solution to keep time, reps and more — download this now!" — Eric Mullen "As a coach, the best. Best timer ever. I speak as a coach who has tried many timer apps and this is the easiest way to set up interval training ever." — Todd Parker "Been looking for something like this for a while. Now I know how many sets I've done without guessing, and I can concentrate on what I should be doing." — Mark Clews Features: • Timer + Counter combined in one app • Save timers and counters as presets organized by activity • Large, clear display with progress bar • Audio cues to guide your sessions • Smart screen lock to prevent accidental taps mid-workout Upgrade to iCountTimer Pro for more: • No ads • Live Activity on your Lock Screen • Apple Watch app with presets and quick-access timer and counter • Save up to 40 presets • 5 themes and custom alert sounds • Calorie estimation with Health app integration • Custom start delay and multiple counter modes iCountTimer is free with all the essentials. When you're ready for more, go Pro. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

Interval Timer X Workout Timer

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.

Highlights
  • Customizable workout routines
  • Standalone interval timer/counter
  • Routine combination feature
  • Customizable warning sounds
  • Intuitive interface with dark mode
  • Background usage support
  • Workout summary and history
Features
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Crafted with precision and simplicity, this interval/workout timer is designed for individuals who want to take control of their daily routines and achieve optimal results. Whether you're looking to build a custom workout routine or streamline your daily tasks, this interval timer is the perfect tool to help you reach your goals. Interval Timer features: • Customizable Routines: Setting up and saving your own routines has never been easier with our customizable function. • Multiple Functions: For simpler routines, access standalone interval timer/counter functions that can track every aspect of your workout. • Combination of routines: By combining existing routings, the combination feature has got you covered for all your interval tracking needs. • Warning Sound Setting: Stay on track during your workout with a warning sound that can be customized for circuit training, boxing, sprints, and more. • Intuitive Interface: The interface is simple and attractive with light and dark modes available to suit your preferences. Large display and colored progress bars enable you to track your workout from a distance. • Landscape Mode: The landscape mode provides an optional main display and a full-screen progress bar, making it even easier to track your progress. • Alarm Sounds: Choose from multiple alarm sounds including beep, boxing bell, singing bowl, and voice, to stay motivated throughout your workout. • Background Usage: Our app works seamlessly even when running in the background or when background music is on. • Summary after workout: Get a clear and simple summary of your sets and time when your workout is finished. • Calendar and Notification Feature: Use the calendar and notification function to plan your workouts in advance. • History: Help you track and improve your workouts. • Multiple Languages: The app supports multiple voice languages to cater to our global user base. Interval Timer Premium Features: • Export and Import: Easily export and import your custom routines and calendar. • Unlimited Routine Combinations: The premium version offers unlimited routine combinations, so you can create and save as many custom routines as you like. • Advanced Timer Settings: With more custom timer settings, including preparation time, cycle interval time, warning sound time, sound type for each event, and the ability to add short notes, you can fully customize your workout to suit your individual needs. • Customizable Notifications: The premium version also allows you to customize notification titles and content. This Interval Timer app is the perfect tool for anyone looking to optimize their daily routine and achieve their goals, whether you're into physical exercise, workouts, yoga, or meditation. Here are just a few examples of how our app can benefit you: - Physical Exercise: Keep track of your gym workouts, interval running, CrossFit training, and more with ease. - HIIT and Tabata: The app is specifically designed to track high-intensity interval training and Tabata workouts, helping you stay on track and achieve your fitness goals. - Yoga and Meditation: Use the app to time your yoga sessions or meditation practice and stay focused and motivated throughout your practice. - Productivity: Stay focused during your study sessions, reading time, or cooking with our Pomodoro clock functionality. - Personal Routines: Whether you're looking to optimize your daily routine or create a custom interval training plan, our app has got you covered. Take your workouts to the next level and achieve your goals with the Interval Timer X Workout Timer app. Try it today and experience the benefits for yourself!

Screenshots

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Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ratings volume: Interval Timer X Workout Timer at 686 against iCountTimer's 12. Interval Timer X Workout Timer also leads on update cadence (every 6 weeks vs every 4 months). On price, rating, review sentiment and ads there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. iCountTimer sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month and Interval Timer X Workout Timer sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.7 for iCountTimer against 4.8 for Interval Timer X Workout Timer. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Interval Timer X Workout Timer has 686 ratings behind it against 12, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 90% of iCountTimer's written reviews are positive against 94% of Interval Timer X Workout Timer's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

iCountTimer ships an update every 4 months, Interval Timer X Workout Timer every 6 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 27, 2026 and September 29, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
iCountTimer versus Interval Timer X Workout Timer: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameteriCountTimerInterval Timer X Workout Timer
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.7 (12 ratings)4.8 (686 ratings) — better
Positive reviews90.1% of reviews93.7% of reviews — better
Number of ratings12686 — better
Update frequencyEvery 4 monthsEvery 6 weeks — better
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Apple WatchiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS16.015.6 — better
Further details — not scored
Size24 MB45 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperRhythmicWorks世恬 颜

Customer experience

iCountTimer

All ratings12 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews91 reviews
Positive90.1%
Neutral5.5%
Negative4.4%

Interval Timer X Workout Timer

All ratings672 ratings
Positive95.1%
Neutral2.4%
Negative2.5%
Written reviews63 reviews
Positive93.7%
Neutral3.2%
Negative3.2%

Bugs and requests

iCountTimer

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

Interval Timer X Workout Timer

Reported bugs

2 issues
  • Interval set index display issue
  • Compatibility issues with older devices

Requested features

4 requests
  • Audio ducking for music playback
  • Voice countdown
  • Ability to store custom settings automatically
  • Vibration option in addition to audio

In-app purchases

3 purchases

iCountTimer

Subscriptions2
  • Monthly Subscription$1.991 Month
  • Yearly Subscription$9.991 Year
One-time1
  • Lifetime Pro$19.99
1 purchases

Interval Timer X Workout Timer

One-time1
  • Interval Timer X Premium$6.99

Questions

Is iCountTimer free?
iCountTimer is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Interval Timer X Workout Timer free?
Interval Timer X Workout Timer is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, iCountTimer or Interval Timer X Workout Timer?
Interval Timer X Workout Timer is rated higher. iCountTimer averages 4.7 out of 5 from 12 ratings, while Interval Timer X Workout Timer averages 4.8 from 686 ratings.
Do iCountTimer or Interval Timer X Workout Timer have ads?
Both iCountTimer and Interval Timer X Workout Timer show ads.
Which is updated more often, iCountTimer or Interval Timer X Workout Timer?
iCountTimer ships an update every 4 months, and Interval Timer X Workout Timer every 6 weeks. Most recently, iCountTimer was updated on September 27, 2026 and Interval Timer X Workout Timer on September 29, 2026.

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