Interval Timer for Tasks vs ElksTimer
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
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.
- 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
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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/
ElksTimer
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Features: - Warning intervals are fully customisable to fit your needs. The app notifies you of the different intervals by changing the color of the background and gives off a sound to help you manage your time - Control the timer with your voice with simple commands - The number of sets can be changed to tell the app how many times you want it to repeat - Break times can also be edited, adding breaks after each set of studying or exercising! - The stop-watch can be used instead - Mesmerising waves at the top of the app to help give a sense of calm
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: ElksTimer at none against Interval Timer for Tasks's 3. ElksTimer also leads on ads (none vs shown) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 18.0). Interval Timer for Tasks's advantage is update cadence (monthly vs every 4 months). On price and device support 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
Both are free to download. Interval Timer for Tasks sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. ElksTimer asks for nothing beyond the download.
Interval Timer for Tasks ships an update monthly, ElksTimer every 4 months. The most recent releases landed on September 25, 2026 and September 20, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Interval Timer for Tasks | ElksTimer |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.2 (95 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 42.9% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 95 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Monthly — better | Every 4 months |
| Ads | Yes | No — better |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch — better | iPhone, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 18.0 | 13.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 86 MB | 33 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Foobar Creative | Emmanuel Carter |
In-app purchases
Interval Timer for Tasks
- Interval Timer Premium Monthly$2.991 Month
- Interval Timer Premium Yearly7 Days trial$7.991 Year
- Pro Upgrade$19.99
ElksTimer
No in-app purchases
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