# Next Up vs Intervals

The clearest difference is ads: Next Up at none against Intervals's shown. Next Up also leads on rating (4.7 vs 4.3) and ratings volume (2.8K vs 9). On price, update cadence, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Next Up sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month and Intervals sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Next Up holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Next Up has 2.8K ratings behind it against 9, so its average is the more settled of the two.

Next Up ships an update every 5 weeks, Intervals every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 24, 2026 and September 17, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Next Up | Intervals |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.7 (2.8K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/next-up-interval-timer/id1376927836/reviews)** | [4.3 (9 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/intervals-hiit-and-tabata-timer/id6742316650/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **2.8K** | 9 |
| Positive reviews | 76.0% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 5 weeks | **Every 3 weeks** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 22 MB | 20 MB |
| Requires iOS | **13.0** | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Alysha Kwok](https://appshunter.io/developer/1376927835) | [Mozi SW Info](https://appshunter.io/developer/1797720828) |

## What reviewers say

### 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 |


### Intervals

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/intervals-hiit-and-tabata-timer/id6742316650)

This app provides a customizable timer for high-intensity interval training, Tabata, and circuit workouts. It offers voice guidance, workout history tracking, and multiple sound alerts to enhance your fitness routine. Designed for all fitness levels and workout styles, it helps you stay focused and achieve your goals.

**Highlights:** Customizable workout and rest intervals, Workout history and calendar view, Voice guidance for workouts, Multiple sound alerts, Simple and intuitive interface, Supports various workout styles

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

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly | $0.99 | per month |
| Yearly | $5.99 | per year |
| Lifetime limited time offer | $9.99 | one-time |
| Lifetime Subscription | $12.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Next Up free?

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

### Is Intervals free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Next Up or Intervals?

Next Up is rated higher. Next Up averages 4.7 out of 5 from 2.8K ratings, while Intervals averages 4.3 from 9 ratings.

### Do Next Up or Intervals have ads?

Intervals shows ads; Next Up does not.

### Which is updated more often, Next Up or Intervals?

Next Up ships an update every 5 weeks, and Intervals every 3 weeks. Most recently, Next Up was updated on September 24, 2026 and Intervals on September 17, 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.*