Comparison

Simple Stretch Timer vs Interval Workout & HIIT Timer

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

Head to head
About

Simple Stretch Timer

This app helps you time your stretches with customizable duration and alert settings. It offers vibration and sound cues, allowing you to keep your device in your pocket. Designed for simplicity, it requires no complex setup or user accounts.

Highlights
  • Customizable timer duration
  • Sound alerts
  • Vibration alerts
  • Repeat timer function
  • Pocket-friendly vibration cues
  • No user accounts
Features
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Simple Stretch Timer is your trusty stretching companion. This timer is as simple as it gets: no settings pages, no premium features, no user accounts, no headaches. Just time your stretch. Control timer duration, sound alerts, vibration alerts and toggle repeat to create a timer that fits your needs. And with strong vibration cues, you can keep it in your pocket without missing a beat. Don't waste time learning how to use a new timer. Keep it simple, and get Simple Stretch Timer today! (This app will always be 100% free and private: it will never have in-app purchases or a premium counterpart and no data will be collected from users by the developer or any third party.)

About

Interval Workout & HIIT Timer

This minimalist interval timer helps you focus on your workout by managing your timing. It offers multiple modes for HIIT, Tabata, and standard intervals, with customizable transition times and focus-friendly audio or haptic feedback. Seamlessly track progress on your lock screen.

Highlights
  • Multiple timer modes (HIIT, Tabata, standard)
  • Customizable interval and rest periods
  • Smart 'Interval Gap' transition timer
  • Focus-friendly audio cues and haptic feedback
  • Live Activities and Dynamic Island integration
  • Background notifications
Features
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Time HIIT workouts, Tabata rounds, stretches, and yoga holds with custom work, rest, and transition intervals. Set your routine and follow the cues so you can focus on each movement. Consistency is key. From flexibility training and active recovery to high-intensity intervals, we handle the timing so you can keep your mind calm and handle the effort. KEY FEATURES: Multiple Timer Modes: Instantly switch between dedicated Tabata, HIIT, and standard interval modes to perfectly match your routine. Effortless Controls: Quickly dial in your intervals, rest periods, and rounds with simple tap-and-go presets. No complex programming required. Smart "Gap" Timer: The unique "Interval Gap" feature gives you exactly enough time to switch sides, change equipment, or move into the next pose. Set a custom transition buffer so you never feel rushed. Focus-Friendly Feedback: Choose gentle audio cues to guide you without looking at the screen, or haptic vibrations for a silent experience perfect for the gym or late nights. Seamless iOS Integration: Keep an eye on your progress anywhere with full support for Live Activities on the Lock Screen and Dynamic Island. Background Notifications: Your timer keeps running perfectly, sending you notifications even if the app is in the background. PERFECT FOR: HIIT & Tabata: Crush your high-intensity intervals with precise work, rest, and count-in periods. Yoga & Flexibility: Maintain your yoga asanas consistently and improve your overall flexibility without breaking focus. Stretching & Recovery: Hold a static stretch for the exact right amount of time to aid in muscle recovery. Physical Therapy (PT): Manage rehab exercises with precision. Mobility Work: Open up hips, shoulders, and hamstrings with ease. SIMPLE BY DESIGN We believe fitness tools shouldn't be complicated. Experience a calm, clutter-free interface with no confusing menus and no distractions. Just clean, simple controls that help you build a better habit. INTERVAL TIMER PRO The standard Interval Timer is free. HIIT, Tabata, and Live Activities / Dynamic Island require Interval Timer Pro, available as a weekly auto-renewing subscription or a one-time lifetime purchase. Eligible new subscribers can try the weekly plan free for 3 days. Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://stretchytimerdotcom.onrender.com/privacy.html

Screenshots

Simple Stretch Timer3 screens
Interval Workout & HIIT Timer4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Simple Stretch Timer at none against Interval Workout & HIIT Timer's 2. Simple Stretch Timer also leads on ratings volume (23 vs 1) and iOS requirement (15.0 vs 26.2). Interval Workout & HIIT Timer's advantage is update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 22 months). On price, rating, ads 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Interval Workout & HIIT Timer sells 2 one-off in-app purchases. Simple Stretch Timer asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.9 for Simple Stretch Timer against 5.0 for Interval Workout & HIIT Timer. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Simple Stretch Timer has 23 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Simple Stretch Timer ships an update every 22 months, Interval Workout & HIIT Timer every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 12, 2026 and October 16, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
Simple Stretch Timer versus Interval Workout & HIIT Timer: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSimple Stretch TimerInterval Workout & HIIT Timer
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.9 (23 ratings)5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Positive reviews87.5% of reviews—
Number of ratings23 — better1
Update frequencyEvery 22 monthsEvery 3 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPod — betteriPhone
Requires iOS15.0 — better26.2
Further details — not scored
Size0 MB17 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperRex GarlandMassive Interface LLC

Customer experience

Simple Stretch Timer

All ratings23 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews16 reviews
Positive87.5%
Neutral6.3%
Negative6.3%

Interval Workout & HIIT Timer

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

None

Simple Stretch Timer

No in-app purchases

2 purchases

Interval Workout & HIIT Timer

One-time2
  • Home and Lock Screen Support$0.99
  • Live Activities and Dynamic Island$1.99

Questions

Is Simple Stretch Timer free?
Simple Stretch Timer is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Interval Workout & HIIT Timer free?
Interval Workout & HIIT Timer is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Simple Stretch Timer or Interval Workout & HIIT Timer?
Interval Workout & HIIT Timer is rated higher. Simple Stretch Timer averages 4.9 out of 5 from 23 ratings, while Interval Workout & HIIT Timer averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.
Do Simple Stretch Timer or Interval Workout & HIIT Timer have ads?
Neither Simple Stretch Timer nor Interval Workout & HIIT Timer shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Simple Stretch Timer or Interval Workout & HIIT Timer?
Simple Stretch Timer ships an update every 22 months, and Interval Workout & HIIT Timer every 3 weeks. Most recently, Simple Stretch Timer was updated on October 12, 2026 and Interval Workout & HIIT Timer on October 16, 2026.

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