# Interval Timer vs TempoReps

The clearest difference is rating: Interval Timer at 4.8 against TempoReps's 4.0. Interval Timer also leads on review sentiment (92% vs 67%) and ratings volume (164 vs 4). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Interval Timer sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month and TempoReps sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Interval Timer holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Interval Timer has 164 ratings behind it against 4, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 92% of Interval Timer's written reviews are positive against 67% of TempoReps's.

Interval Timer ships an update every 3 days, TempoReps every 4 days. Both last shipped on October 7, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Interval Timer | TempoReps |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.8 (164 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/interval-timer-beepwatch/id1048461382/reviews)** | [4.0 (4 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/temporeps-workout-timer/id6758854166/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **164** | 4 |
| Positive reviews | **92.0% of reviews** | 66.7% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 3 days** | Every 4 days |
| Monetization | **Free with in-app purchases** | Paid |
| Size | 21 MB | 12 MB |
| Requires iOS | 18.6 | **18.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch | iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Scott DeSapio](https://appshunter.io/developer/403110618) | [Benjamin Dupin](https://appshunter.io/developer/1871474236) |

## What reviewers say

### Interval Timer

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/interval-timer-beepwatch/id1048461382)

Create custom interval timers for workouts, focus sessions, or meditation. Get audio, visual, and haptic cues to stay on track without watching the clock. Track performance and share timers with others.

**Highlights:** Customizable interval timers, Multiple intervals, rounds, warm-up, rest, Audio, visual, and haptic alerts, 14 ready-made presets, Performance tracking and lap recording, Timer sharing, Apple Watch sync

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Apple Watch app, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| BeepWatch PRO Monthly | $2.99 | per month |
| BeepWatch PRO Annual | $6.99 | per year |
| BeepWatch 2 PRO | $0.99 | one-time |
| BeepWatch PRO Lifetime | $9.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Great for workouts
- 👍 Easy to use and set up
- 👍 Versatile and customizable
- 👍 Helpful for interval training
- 👍 Useful for various activities

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Occasional issues with beeping/vibrating
- 🔋 Ads can be intrusive
- 🐛 Some features not very intuitive

**Reported bugs**

- Unlock Pro feature not working for some users
- Timers getting deleted unexpectedly

**Requested features**

- Ability to save/load custom timer settings
- Option to set countdown before timer starts
- Integration with wearable devices


### TempoReps

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/temporeps-workout-timer/id6758854166)

This app provides a versatile workout timer with multiple modes for strength training, HIIT, and circuits. It offers precise tempo control, custom intervals, and companion features like an Apple Watch app and Live Activities. Designed for gym use with a clear display and background operation.

**Highlights:** Multiple workout modes (Tempo, EMOM, HIIT, AMRAP, etc.), Precise tempo control for strength training, Customizable intervals and round summaries, Apple Watch app and Live Activities support, Clear, readable display for gym environments, Background timer operation, Private by design, no account required

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Apple Watch app, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (6)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| TempoReps Pro Monthly | $2.99 | per month |
| TempoReps Pro Annual | $19.99 | per year |
| Coffee | $0.99 | one-time |
| Thanks | $2.99 | one-time |
| TempoReps Pro | $3.99 | one-time |
| Support development | $4.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Interval Timer free?

Interval Timer is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is TempoReps free?

TempoReps is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Interval Timer or TempoReps?

Interval Timer is rated higher. Interval Timer averages 4.8 out of 5 from 164 ratings, while TempoReps averages 4.0 from 4 ratings.

### Do Interval Timer or TempoReps have ads?

Neither Interval Timer nor TempoReps shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Interval Timer or TempoReps?

Interval Timer ships an update every 3 days, and TempoReps every 4 days. Most recently, Interval Timer was updated on October 7, 2026 and TempoReps on October 7, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*