# Interval Timer ++ vs Next Up

The clearest difference is ads: Next Up at none against Interval Timer ++'s shown. Interval Timer ++'s advantage is ratings volume (15K vs 2.8K). On price, rating, review sentiment and update cadence there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Interval Timer ++ sells 8 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per 2 months and Next Up sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 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 ++ against 4.7 for Next Up. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Interval Timer ++ has 15K ratings behind it against 2.8K, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 78% of Interval Timer ++'s written reviews are positive against 76% of Next Up's.

Interval Timer ++ ships an update every 3 weeks, Next Up every 5 weeks. Both last shipped on September 24, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Interval Timer ++ | Next Up |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.8 (15K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/interval-timer-plus-plus/id1327053127/reviews)** | [4.7 (2.8K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/next-up-interval-timer/id1376927836/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **15K** | 2.8K |
| Positive reviews | **78.0% of reviews** | 76.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | **Every 3 weeks** | Every 5 weeks |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 87 MB | 22 MB |
| Requires iOS | **12.0** | 13.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch** | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Sunny Studio](https://appshunter.io/developer/430274590) | [Alysha Kwok](https://appshunter.io/developer/1376927835) |

## What reviewers say

### Interval Timer ++

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/interval-timer-plus-plus/id1327053127)

This app provides a customizable interval timer for high-intensity interval training (HIIT) and circuit workouts. Easily set up work, rest, and repeat intervals, track your progress, and integrate with your health data. Enjoy your workouts with background music and notifications.

**Highlights:** Customizable work/rest/repeat intervals, Supports iPhone and Apple Watch, Workout history in calendar view, Health app integration (HealthKit), Background notifications, Listen to music during workouts, Premium timers for mixed fitness types

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

**In-app purchases (8)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Interval Timer Pro | $0.99 | per 2 months |
| Interval Timer Pro | $0.99 | per 7 days |
| Interval Timer Pro | $1.99 | per 7 days |
| Interval Timer Pro | $1.99 | per month |
| Interval Timer Pro for a Year | $5.99 | per year |
| Premium Timer for One Week | $2.99 | one-time |
| Premium Timer for One Year | $7.99 | one-time |
| Premium Timer for Entire Life | $8.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Simple and intuitive interface
- 🚀 Straightforward interval timer functionality
- 💡 Customizable timers and workouts
- 🔒 No ads or in-app purchases required

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Inconsistent sound and volume issues
- 🐛 Bugs with timer functionality and data sync
- 🔋 High battery consumption when running in background
- 🚫 Limited customization options for timers and workouts

**Reported bugs**

- Timers not working correctly after app updates
- Custom timers not saving or syncing across devices
- Unexpected pausing or stopping of timers during use

**Requested features**

- Ability to name and save custom workouts
- Option to adjust rest time for individual exercises
- Countdown beeps or voice cues during intervals
- Integration with Apple Watch and other fitness devices


### Next Up

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/next-up-interval-timer/id1376927836)

Create and customize interval timers with detailed options for reps, sets, colors, and sounds. Offers flexible display modes, quick actions for navigation, and background notifications. Organize timers with folders and choose between light and dark themes.

**Highlights:** Customizable intervals (reps, sets, colors, sounds), Detailed and full-screen display modes, Portrait and landscape orientation support, Quick actions for navigation and editing, Background notifications, Timer organization with folders

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

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Syncing and Sharing | $3.99 | per month |
| Upgrade | $2.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Interval Timer ++ free?

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

### Is Next Up free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Interval Timer ++ or Next Up?

Interval Timer ++ is rated higher. Interval Timer ++ averages 4.8 out of 5 from 15K ratings, while Next Up averages 4.7 from 2.8K ratings.

### Do Interval Timer ++ or Next Up have ads?

Interval Timer ++ shows ads; Next Up does not.

### Which is updated more often, Interval Timer ++ or Next Up?

Interval Timer ++ ships an update every 3 weeks, and Next Up every 5 weeks. Most recently, Interval Timer ++ was updated on September 24, 2026 and Next Up on September 24, 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.*