# Workout vs Interval Timer

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Workout at none against Interval Timer's 12. Workout also leads on ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (weekly vs monthly). Interval Timer's advantage is ratings volume (384 vs 1) and device support (4 vs 2). On price, rating and review sentiment there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Interval Timer sells 12 in-app purchases, starting at $2.09 per month. Workout asks for nothing beyond the download.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 5.0 for Workout against 4.9 for Interval Timer. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Interval Timer has 384 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 100% of Workout's written reviews are positive against 97% of Interval Timer's.

Workout ships an update weekly, Interval Timer monthly. The most recent releases landed on October 7, 2026 and October 13, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Workout | Interval Timer |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/workout-hiit-workout-timer/id1541518650/reviews)** | [4.9 (384 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/interval-timer-tabata-and-hiit/id6443672034/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 1 | **384** |
| Positive reviews | **100.0% of reviews** | 96.6% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Weekly** | Monthly |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 14 MB | 113 MB |
| Requires iOS | **11.0** | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Kyle Pickering](https://appshunter.io/developer/949310575) | [SimpleInnovation LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1479770962) |

## What reviewers say

### Workout

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/workout-hiit-workout-timer/id1541518650)

This application serves as a straightforward timer for Tabata and HIIT workouts. It allows users to customize their exercise routines and provides guidance throughout their training sessions.

**Highlights:** Customizable workout configuration, Tabata timer, HIIT timer, Guided exercise sessions, Simple interface

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


### 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 Workout free?

Workout is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Interval Timer free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Workout or Interval Timer?

Workout is rated higher. Workout averages 5.0 out of 5 from 1 ratings, while Interval Timer averages 4.9 from 384 ratings.

### Do Workout or Interval Timer have ads?

Interval Timer shows ads; Workout does not.

### Which is updated more often, Workout or Interval Timer?

Workout ships an update weekly, and Interval Timer monthly. Most recently, Workout was updated on October 7, 2026 and Interval Timer on October 13, 2026.

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