Comparison

iCountTimer vs Interval 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

This customizable timer is perfect for interval training, including HIIT and Tabata workouts. Easily program sets, cycles, and work-to-rest ratios for efficient exercise. Includes pre-set workouts and 30-day programs for fat burning and fitness.

Highlights
  • Customizable sets, cycles, and work-to-rest ratios
  • HIIT and Tabata workout support
  • Pre-set workouts included
  • 30-day workout programs
  • Suitable for bodyweight exercises
  • Time-efficient training
Features
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This interval timer is designed for any kind of interval training. Our timer is easy to use and completely customizable. You can program sets, cycles and work-to-rest ratios to suit your specific training needs. HIIT is a broad term for workouts that involve short periods of intense exercise alternated with recovery periods. One of the biggest advantages of HIIT is that you can get maximal health benefits in minimal time. We added six workouts and another six '30-day' workout programs to quickly burn fat, lose weight or just getting into shape. Interestingly, HIIT is perhaps the most time-efficient way to exercise. Normally a HIIT workout will range from 7 to 30 minutes in duration. But despite how short the workout is, it can produce health benefits similar to twice as much moderate-intensity exercise. The actual activity being performed is body weight exercises. It's probably the best workout type to do at home.

Screenshots

iCountTimer4 screens
Interval Timer4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: iCountTimer at 90% against Interval Timer's 0%. Interval Timer's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (daily vs every 4 months). On price, in-app purchases, monetization model and device support 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 sells 8 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

iCountTimer ships an update every 4 months, Interval Timer daily. The most recent releases landed on October 17, 2026 and September 18, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
iCountTimer versus Interval Timer: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameteriCountTimerInterval Timer
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.7 (12 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews90.1% of reviews — better0.0% of reviews
Number of ratings12 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 4 monthsDaily — better
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Apple WatchiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS16.011.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size24 MB22 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperRhythmicWorksSamantha Roobol

Customer experience

iCountTimer

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

Interval Timer

Written reviews1 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%

In-app purchases

3 purchases

iCountTimer

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

Interval Timer

One-time8
  • Remove ads$0.99
  • Lose Weight In 30 Days$1.99
  • Abs, Butt and Thighs$1.99
Show 5 more
  • Upper Body Muscle Building$1.99
  • Total Body Activation$1.99
  • Burn Belly Fat$1.99
  • Yoga for Weight Loss$1.99
  • Full Bundle$4.99

Questions

Is iCountTimer free?
iCountTimer is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Interval Timer free?
Interval Timer is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do iCountTimer or Interval Timer have ads?
iCountTimer shows ads; Interval Timer does not.
Which is updated more often, iCountTimer or Interval Timer?
iCountTimer ships an update every 4 months, and Interval Timer daily. Most recently, iCountTimer was updated on October 17, 2026 and Interval Timer on September 18, 2026.

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