# Interval Timer □ HIIT Timer vs Timer Plus

The clearest difference is ads: Interval Timer □ HIIT Timer at none against Timer Plus's shown. Timer Plus's advantage is review sentiment (94% vs 61%) and monetization model (ad-supported vs freemium). On price, rating, ratings volume and update cadence there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Interval Timer □ HIIT Timer sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month and Timer Plus sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.8 for Interval Timer □ HIIT Timer against 4.8 for Timer Plus. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 86K and 60K respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 61% of Interval Timer □ HIIT Timer's written reviews are positive against 94% of Timer Plus's.

Interval Timer □ HIIT Timer ships an update every 5 weeks, Timer Plus every 3 weeks. Both last shipped on September 24, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Interval Timer □ HIIT Timer | Timer Plus |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.8 (86K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/interval-timer-hiit-timer/id1124297113/reviews) | [4.8 (60K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/timer-plus-workouts-timer/id1279716547/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **86K** | 60K |
| Positive reviews | 60.7% of reviews | **93.9% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 5 weeks | **Every 3 weeks** |
| Monetization | Freemium | **Ad-supported** |
| Size | 34 MB | 27 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.6 | **13.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Float Tech, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/483697886) | [ArGames](https://appshunter.io/developer/1810651723) |

## What reviewers say

### Interval Timer □ HIIT Timer

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/interval-timer-hiit-timer/id1124297113)

Create custom workout timers with adjustable intervals for exercise and rest.  Track your progress with detailed history and statistics, and repeat past workouts easily.  Enjoy audio cues without interrupting your music.

**Highlights:** Customizable intervals, Workout and rest timers, Voice or beep guides, Background audio support, Workout history and statistics, Repeat previous workouts

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (5)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium Pass | $1.99 | per month |
| Premium Pass | $2.99 | per month |
| Lifetime Pass | $14.99 | one-time |
| Lifetime Pass | $19.99 | one-time |
| Premium Forever Promo | $29.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Simple and easy to use
- 👍 Customizable settings
- 🚀 Intuitive interface
- 🚀 Effective for HIIT workouts
- 👍 Helpful voice prompts

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🔒 Requires subscription after limited free use
- 🐛 Music volume issues with voice prompts
- 🐛 Inconsistent behavior when switching apps
- 🐛 Lack of final workout notification

**Reported bugs**

- Timer not always accurate
- Favorites/saved workouts feature not working
- Inconsistent behavior when pausing/resuming

**Requested features**

- Ability to save and name custom workouts
- More flexibility in exercise/rest time settings
- Option to adjust volume of voice prompts


### Timer Plus

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/timer-plus-workouts-timer/id1279716547)

This interval training app supports HIIT, circuit, and Tabata workouts with customizable rounds and cycles. It offers background operation, screen flashing, and voice guidance for an enhanced fitness experience. An Apple Watch companion app is also available.

**Highlights:** Customizable rounds and cycles, Interval stopwatch, Background timer operation, Informative screen flash, Save and history of timers, Voice guidance, Apple Watch app

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

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium Monthly | $2.99 | per month |
| Lifetime Premium | $19.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Simple and easy to use
- 👍 Properly free, no hidden costs
- 👍 Customizable settings
- 👍 User-friendly interface
- 👍 Helpful for physical therapy and workouts

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Music volume issues
- 🐛 Difficulty finding saved timers
- 🐛 Inconsistent notification alerts
- 🐛 Inability to skip rounds

**Reported bugs**

- Timer stopping unexpectedly due to notifications or phone calls
- Inconsistent volume changes when using music
- Difficulty finding and loading saved timers

**Requested features**

- Ability to name and save custom workouts
- Option to turn off countdown sound
- Customizable alert sounds
- Ability to skip or pause rounds
- Connection to health/fitness tracking apps


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Interval Timer □ HIIT Timer free?

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

### Is Timer Plus free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Interval Timer □ HIIT Timer or Timer Plus?

Interval Timer □ HIIT Timer and Timer Plus are both rated 4.8 out of 5 on the App Store, from 86K and 60K ratings respectively.

### Do Interval Timer □ HIIT Timer or Timer Plus have ads?

Timer Plus shows ads; Interval Timer □ HIIT Timer does not.

### Which is updated more often, Interval Timer □ HIIT Timer or Timer Plus?

Interval Timer □ HIIT Timer ships an update every 5 weeks, and Timer Plus every 3 weeks. Most recently, Interval Timer □ HIIT Timer was updated on September 24, 2026 and Timer Plus on September 24, 2026.

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