# Burn It vs Interval Timer

The clearest difference is rating: Interval Timer at 4.9 against Burn It's 3.8. Interval Timer also leads on ratings volume (384 vs 4) and update cadence (monthly vs every 3 months). Burn It's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and iOS requirement (12.1 vs 15.0). On price, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Burn It sells 4 one-off in-app purchases and Interval Timer sells 12 in-app purchases, starting at $2.09 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Interval Timer holds the better App Store score, 4.9 against 3.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Interval Timer has 384 ratings behind it against 4, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 84% of Burn It's written reviews are positive against 97% of Interval Timer's.

Burn It ships an update every 3 months, Interval Timer monthly. The most recent releases landed on October 5, 2026 and October 13, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Burn It | Interval Timer |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.8 (4 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/burn-it-interval-timer-tabata/id1459840470/reviews) | **[4.9 (384 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/interval-timer-tabata-and-hiit/id6443672034/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 4 | **384** |
| Positive reviews | 84.4% of reviews | **96.6% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | **Monthly** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 23 MB | 113 MB |
| Requires iOS | **12.1** | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Roman Nikolaev](https://appshunter.io/developer/1618004965) | [SimpleInnovation LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1479770962) |

## What reviewers say

### Burn It

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/burn-it-interval-timer-tabata/id1459840470)

This interval timer app is designed for circuit training, group classes, and independent practice. It allows users to create custom workouts or utilize pre-set Tabata routines. The app also includes a stopwatch and a simple, intuitive interface for effective training sessions.

**Highlights:** Customizable interval workouts, Pre-set Tabata routines, Stopwatch functionality, Group class timer, Simple interface, Intuitive controls

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

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| BurnIt Pro - Discount 75% | $0.99 | one-time |
| BurnIt Pro - Discount 50% | $1.99 | one-time |
| BurnIt Pro - Discount 25% | $2.99 | one-time |
| BurnIt Pro | $3.99 | one-time |


### Interval Timer

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/interval-timer-tabata-and-hiit/id6443672034)

This app provides a customizable interval timer for various training routines, including HIIT and Tabata. Easily set up custom workouts, track your progress, and stay motivated with visual cues and audio notifications. It's suitable for a wide range of activities from fitness to productivity.

**Highlights:** Customizable workout setup, Progress tracking with calendar, Saveable custom presets, Color-coded notifications, Listen to music/audiobooks, Large, full-screen display, Widget for easy access

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

**In-app purchases (12)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Timer PRO for 1 month: 30% OFF | $2.09 | per month |
| Timer PRO for 1 month: 25% OFF | $2.29 | per month |
| Interval Timer PRO for 1 month | $2.99 | per month |
| Interval Timer PRO for 1 month | $2.99 | per month |
| Interval Timer PRO - 30% OFF | $15.00 | per year |
| Interval Timer PRO - 25% OFF | $16.49 | per year |
| Interval Timer PRO for 1 year | $21.99 | per year |
| Tabata Timer PRO for 1 year | $21.99 | per year |
| Interval Timer - no Ads | $2.99 | one-time |
| HIIT Timer PRO Forever 30% OFF | $27.99 | one-time |
| HIIT Timer PRO Forever 25% OFF | $29.99 | one-time |
| Exercise Timer PRO Forever | $39.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Simple and easy to use
- 🚀 Intuitive interface
- 🔋 Doesn't drain battery
- 💪 Effective for interval training
- 📆 Tracks workout history

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🔔 Frequent prompts to rate the app
- 🔒 Concerns about data privacy and permissions
- 🔧 Limited customization options

**Reported bugs**

- Occasional app crashes
- Compatibility issues with older devices

**Requested features**

- More pre-designed workout routines
- Ability to name and customize exercises
- Option to adjust countdown time between intervals


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Burn It free?

Burn It 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, Burn It or Interval Timer?

Interval Timer is rated higher. Burn It averages 3.8 out of 5 from 4 ratings, while Interval Timer averages 4.9 from 384 ratings.

### Do Burn It or Interval Timer have ads?

Interval Timer shows ads; Burn It does not.

### Which is updated more often, Burn It or Interval Timer?

Burn It ships an update every 3 months, and Interval Timer monthly. Most recently, Burn It was updated on October 5, 2026 and Interval Timer on October 13, 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.*