# Timer Plus vs Interval Timer

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Timer Plus at 94% against Interval Timer's 29%. Timer Plus also leads on update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 5 months) and ratings volume (61K vs 149). Interval Timer's advantage is ads (none vs shown). On price, in-app purchases, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Timer Plus sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month and Interval Timer sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Timer Plus holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Timer Plus has 61K ratings behind it against 149, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 94% of Timer Plus's written reviews are positive against 29% of Interval Timer's.

Timer Plus ships an update every 3 weeks, Interval Timer every 5 months. The most recent releases landed on October 11, 2026 and October 6, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Timer Plus | Interval Timer |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.8 (61K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/timer-plus-workouts-timer/id1279716547/reviews)** | [4.5 (149 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/interval-timer-tabata-timer/id1579228573/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **61K** | 149 |
| Positive reviews | **93.5% of reviews** | 29.4% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | **Every 3 weeks** | Every 5 months |
| Monetization | **Ad-supported** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 44 MB | 11 MB |
| Requires iOS | 13.0 | **12.0** |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch** | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [ArGames](https://appshunter.io/developer/1810651723) | [DMYTRO DOLOTOV](https://appshunter.io/developer/1536992504) |

## What reviewers say

### 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 (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Timer Plus Pro | $2.99 | per month |
| Premium Monthly | $2.99 | per month |
| Timer Plus Lifetime | $9.99 | one-time |
| 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


### Interval Timer

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/interval-timer-tabata-timer/id1579228573)

This versatile timer assists with various fitness routines, including HIIT, Tabata, and boxing. It also functions as a productivity timer for tasks like Pomodoro. Easily configure intervals, sets, and rest periods for personalized workouts.

**Highlights:** HIIT and Tabata workout timer, Boxing and martial arts round timer, Productivity and Pomodoro timer, Customizable interval and set configurations, Templates for quick setup, Supports various fitness exercises

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 1 Month Access | $1.99 | per month |
| Lifetime Access -50% | $4.99 | one-time |
| Lifetime Access | $9.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Timer Plus free?

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

### Is Interval Timer free?

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

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

Timer Plus is rated higher. Timer Plus averages 4.8 out of 5 from 61K ratings, while Interval Timer averages 4.5 from 149 ratings.

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

Timer Plus shows ads; Interval Timer does not.

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

Timer Plus ships an update every 3 weeks, and Interval Timer every 5 months. Most recently, Timer Plus was updated on October 11, 2026 and Interval Timer on October 6, 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.*