# Rest Timer vs Interval Timer X Workout Timer

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Rest Timer at none against Interval Timer X Workout Timer's 1. Rest Timer also leads on ads (none vs shown). Interval Timer X Workout Timer's advantage is ratings volume (686 vs 11). On price, rating, review sentiment and update cadence there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Interval Timer X Workout Timer sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Rest Timer asks for nothing beyond the download.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.9 for Rest Timer 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 11, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 100% of Rest Timer's written reviews are positive against 94% of Interval Timer X Workout Timer's.

Rest Timer ships an update every 2 months, Interval Timer X Workout Timer every 6 weeks. The most recent releases landed on July 18, 2026 and September 21, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Rest Timer | Interval Timer X Workout Timer |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.9 (11 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/rest-timer-waitwaitgo/id1162311487/reviews)** | [4.8 (686 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/interval-timer-x-workout-timer/id1448144846/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 11 | **686** |
| Positive reviews | **100.0% of reviews** | 93.7% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | **Every 6 weeks** |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 20 MB | 45 MB |
| Requires iOS | **14.0** | 15.6 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Srdan Stanic](https://appshunter.io/developer/1162311486) | [世恬 颜](https://appshunter.io/developer/1448144845) |

## What reviewers say

### Rest Timer

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/rest-timer-waitwaitgo/id1162311487)

This app provides a simple countdown timer for rest periods during workouts. It features customizable sounds, notification-based restarts, and dynamic display support. Easily manage your workout intervals without interrupting your music or unlocking your phone.

**Highlights:** One-tap timer start, Customizable rest periods, Plays music during countdown, Restart from notification, Dynamic Island and Live Activity support, Adjust timer while running

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


### Interval Timer X Workout Timer

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/interval-timer-x-workout-timer/id1448144846)

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:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Interval Timer X Premium | $6.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Interval timer
- 👍 Easy to use
- 👍 Customizable
- 👍 Useful for workouts
- 👍 Reliable

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 Ads in free version
- 🐛 Occasional bugs or crashes

**Reported bugs**

- Interval set index display issue
- Compatibility issues with older devices

**Requested features**

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


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Rest Timer free?

Rest Timer is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### 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, Rest Timer or Interval Timer X Workout Timer?

Rest Timer is rated higher. Rest Timer averages 4.9 out of 5 from 11 ratings, while Interval Timer X Workout Timer averages 4.8 from 686 ratings.

### Do Rest Timer or Interval Timer X Workout Timer have ads?

Interval Timer X Workout Timer shows ads; Rest Timer does not.

### Which is updated more often, Rest Timer or Interval Timer X Workout Timer?

Rest Timer ships an update every 2 months, and Interval Timer X Workout Timer every 6 weeks. Most recently, Rest Timer was updated on July 18, 2026 and Interval Timer X Workout Timer on September 21, 2026.

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