Comparison

Interval Timer for Tasks vs Repeating Reminder

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Interval Timer for Tasks

Configure custom interval timers for focused work, study, or routines. Set multiple intervals with unique sounds and durations. Receive notifications even when the app is closed.

Highlights
  • Configure multiple intervals per timer
  • Save and run multiple timers simultaneously
  • Customizable interval names, sounds, and colors
  • Start and finish delays
  • Background notifications
  • Siri and Shortcuts integration
  • Standalone Apple Watch app
Features
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Build a timer that walks through your routine, one named step at a time. Interval Timer for Tasks lets you chain intervals into a single timer. Give each interval its own name, duration, sound and colour, and the app calls out every step as it passes. Watch the progress ring wind down, or close the app and let a notification tell you when the current interval has ended. Save as many timers as you like, and run more than one at the same time. Add a start delay so you can get ready, and a finish delay so you can wrap up. LOCK SCREEN ALARMS Turn on Lock Screen Alarm for a timer and each interval rings like a system alarm, so it still reaches you when the screen is off. Requires iOS 26.1 or later. GREAT FOR - studying and focused work - the pomodoro technique - ADHD focus and timed work blocks - taking regular breaks during the day - stretching and mobility routines - breathing exercises - multi step routines and processes - cooking and recipes FEATURES - chain multiple named intervals into one timer - run several saved timers at the same time - Lock Screen Alarms on iOS 26.1 and later - a standalone Apple Watch app - Siri and Shortcuts support - local notifications while the app is in the background - a large choice of alert sounds, one per interval - a colour and a name for every interval - start delay to get ready, finish delay to wrap up - name and save your timers for next time Interval Timer Premium Subscription Upgrade to access all features Payment will be charged to your Apple ID account at the confirmation of purchase. Subscription automatically renews unless it is canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Your account will be charged for renewal within 24 hours prior to the end of the current period. You can manage and cancel your subscriptions by going to your account settings on the App Store after purchase. Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

Repeating Reminder

This app provides a simple and robust way to set repeating reminders with customizable intervals. It's ideal for tasks like interval training, kitchen timers, or regular breaks. Save up to 8 favorite settings for quick access.

Highlights
  • Customizable intervals
  • Repeat reminders indefinitely
  • Favorite settings storage (up to 8)
  • Unique color for each favorite
  • Versatile use cases (HIIT, kitchen timer, etc.)
Features
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Do you have to repeat something every so often? Then, this app may be for you. Simply set your interval, press "Start". You will get a beep every interval ... forever (well, until you "Stop" the app). There are a number of options to make the app work just right for you. Favorites * Stores "favorites" -- up to 8 * Swipe through your favorites * Each favorite has its unique color Use it for any of the following : * HIIT [other intervals -- work/rest, study/internet] * Round-the-dinner-table "debates" * Kitchen timer (my favorite! Pancakes, fried bread, rice...) * Pill reminder * Take a break from staring at your computer screen (or co-worker) * Get off your butt periodically (in the office)

Screenshots

Interval Timer for Tasks4 screens
Repeating Reminder4 screens

Verdict

The call

Interval Timer for Tasks and Repeating Reminder both sit at 4.2 stars, but that hides the real split: 43% of Interval Timer for Tasks's written reviews are positive against 0% of Repeating Reminder's. Interval Timer for Tasks also leads on ratings volume (95 vs 4) and update cadence (monthly vs every 2 months). Repeating Reminder's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 3) and ads (none vs shown). On price, rating, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Interval Timer for Tasks sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Repeating Reminder asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.2 for Interval Timer for Tasks against 4.3 for Repeating Reminder. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Interval Timer for Tasks has 95 ratings behind it against 4, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 43% of Interval Timer for Tasks's written reviews are positive against 0% of Repeating Reminder's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Interval Timer for Tasks ships an update monthly, Repeating Reminder every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 13, 2026 and October 11, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
Interval Timer for Tasks versus Repeating Reminder: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterInterval Timer for TasksRepeating Reminder
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.2 (95 ratings)4.3 (4 ratings) — better
Positive reviews42.9% of reviews — better0.0% of reviews
Number of ratings95 — better4
Update frequencyMonthly — betterEvery 2 months
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Apple Watch — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS18.018.0
Further details — not scored
Size87 MB2 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperFoobar CreativeRudolf Fernandes

Customer experience

Interval Timer for Tasks

All ratings95 ratings
Positive76.8%
Neutral9.5%
Negative13.7%
Written reviews21 reviews
Positive42.9%
Neutral38.1%
Negative19.0%

Repeating Reminder

All ratings4 ratings
Positive75.0%
Neutral25.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral100.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

3 purchases

Interval Timer for Tasks

Subscriptions2
  • Interval Timer Premium Monthly$2.991 Month
  • Interval Timer Premium Yearly7 Days trial$7.991 Year
One-time1
  • Pro Upgrade$19.99
None

Repeating Reminder

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Interval Timer for Tasks free?
Interval Timer for Tasks is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Repeating Reminder free?
Repeating Reminder is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Interval Timer for Tasks or Repeating Reminder?
Repeating Reminder is rated higher. Interval Timer for Tasks averages 4.2 out of 5 from 95 ratings, while Repeating Reminder averages 4.3 from 4 ratings.
Do Interval Timer for Tasks or Repeating Reminder have ads?
Interval Timer for Tasks shows ads; Repeating Reminder does not.
Which is updated more often, Interval Timer for Tasks or Repeating Reminder?
Interval Timer for Tasks ships an update monthly, and Repeating Reminder every 2 months. Most recently, Interval Timer for Tasks was updated on October 13, 2026 and Repeating Reminder on October 11, 2026.

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