# Fast vs Intermittent Fasting

Fast and Intermittent Fasting both sit at 4.7 stars, but that hides the real split: 75% of Fast's written reviews are positive against 50% of Intermittent Fasting's. Fast also leads on device support (3 vs 1) and ratings volume (3.3K vs 1K). Intermittent Fasting's advantage is update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 2 months) and iOS requirement (16.0 vs 18.6). On price, rating, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Fast sells 8 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month and Intermittent Fasting sells 11 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.7 for Fast against 4.8 for Intermittent Fasting. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 3.3K and 1K respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 75% of Fast's written reviews are positive against 50% of Intermittent Fasting's.

Fast ships an update every 2 months, Intermittent Fasting every 2 weeks. Both last shipped on October 16, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Fast | Intermittent Fasting |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.7 (3.3K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/fast-fasting-tracker-and-timer/id1545737691/reviews) | **[4.8 (1K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/intermittent-fasting-fastify/id1638123672/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **3.3K** | 1K |
| Positive reviews | **74.6% of reviews** | 50.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | **Every 2 weeks** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Freemium |
| Size | 116 MB | 54 MB |
| Requires iOS | 18.6 | **16.0** |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch** | iPhone |
| Age rating | 12+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Maxima Apps](https://appshunter.io/developer/1153277200) | [AirShape](https://appshunter.io/developer/1638120760) |

## What reviewers say

### Fast

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/fast-fasting-tracker-and-timer/id1545737691)

This app helps you track intermittent fasting routines, monitor progress, and analyze health data. It offers educational content, motivational challenges, and a journal to record your feelings. Connect with friends for support and motivation on your wellness journey.

**Highlights:** Fasting timer and tracker, Progress analytics and history, Educational 'Know It' section, Motivational challenges and trophies, Mood tracker and journal, Health app integration (steps), Fasting buddy feature

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

**In-app purchases (8)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Fast Premium Monthly | $4.99 | per month |
| Fasting Monthly | $14.99 | per month |
| Fasting Annually | $19.99 | per year |
| Fasting Premium | $27.99 | per 3 months |
| Fast Premium Yearly | $29.99 | per year |
| Fasting Premium Yearly | $39.99 | per year |
| Fasting One Time Special Offer | $19.99 | one-time |
| Fasting Pro | $49.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Easy to use
- 👍 Helpful for weight loss
- 👍 Motivating with trophies
- 👍 Customizable fasting plans
- 👍 Integrates with health apps

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Timer issues/inaccuracies
- 🐛 Inability to edit fasting times
- 🐛 Syncing/data saving problems
- 🐛 Crashes and glitches
- 🔍 Lacking advanced features

**Reported bugs**

- Timer not accurately recording fasting times
- Inability to update weight in app
- Crashing when trying to view friend's status

**Requested features**

- Option to edit fasting start/end times
- More detailed analytics and progress tracking
- Improved syncing and data saving reliability
- Expanded customization options


### Intermittent Fasting

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/intermittent-fasting-fastify/id1638123672)

Track your eating schedule, receive guidance, and enhance your daily fasting experience. Achieve your weight goals, improve health, and increase energy within a supportive community.

**Highlights:** Fasting schedule tracking, Personalized fasting plans, Health and energy boost tips, Weight loss guidance, Fasting community support, Beginner and experienced plans

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

**In-app purchases (11)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Weekly Subscription | $3.99 | per 7 days |
| Weekly Subscription | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Monthly Fasting Subscription | $6.99 | per month |
| Monthly Fasting Subscription | $10.49 | per month |
| Monthly Fasting Subscription | $12.49 | per month |
| Intermittent Fasting Timer | $12.99 | per 3 months |
| Quarterly Fasting Subscription | $16.99 | per 3 months |
| The Fasting | $19.99 | per 3 months |
| App Intermittent Fasting | $29.99 | per year |
| Annually Fasting Subscription | $39.99 | per year |
| Annually Subscription | $59.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Great app design
- 🚀 Simple and easy to use
- 💡 Helpful for weight loss and fasting
- 🚀 Tracks fasting progress well

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 App freezes on goals page
- 🐛 Help link crashes the app
- 🐛 Incomplete information display
- 🐛 UI issues with screen fitting
- 🐛 Inability to edit fasting logs

**Reported bugs**

- App freezes on goals page
- Help link crashes the app
- Incomplete information display
- UI issues with screen fitting
- Inability to edit fasting logs

**Requested features**

- Allow changing app icon color
- Add more diet and recipe tips
- Implement dark mode option
- Provide more detailed statistics


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Fast free?

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

### Is Intermittent Fasting free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Fast or Intermittent Fasting?

Intermittent Fasting is rated higher. Fast averages 4.7 out of 5 from 3.3K ratings, while Intermittent Fasting averages 4.8 from 1K ratings.

### Do Fast or Intermittent Fasting have ads?

Neither Fast nor Intermittent Fasting shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Fast or Intermittent Fasting?

Fast ships an update every 2 months, and Intermittent Fasting every 2 weeks. Most recently, Fast was updated on October 16, 2026 and Intermittent Fasting on October 16, 2026.

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