# UltraTimer vs Seconds Pro Interval Timer

The clearest difference is rating: Seconds Pro Interval Timer at 4.8 against UltraTimer's 4.2. Seconds Pro Interval Timer also leads on ratings volume (12K vs 12) and review sentiment (80% vs 57%). UltraTimer's advantage is price ($1.99 vs $7.99) and iOS requirement (8.0 vs 18.0). On ads, in-app purchases, monetization model and device support there is nothing between them.

UltraTimer costs $1.99 and Seconds Pro Interval Timer $7.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

Seconds Pro Interval Timer holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.2. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Seconds Pro Interval Timer has 12K ratings behind it against 12, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 57% of UltraTimer's written reviews are positive against 80% of Seconds Pro Interval Timer's.

UltraTimer ships an update monthly, Seconds Pro Interval Timer fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on October 10, 2026 and October 12, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | UltraTimer | Seconds Pro Interval Timer |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | **$1.99** | $7.99 |
| Rating | [4.2 (12 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ultratimer/id289429364/reviews) | **[4.8 (12K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/seconds-pro-interval-timer/id363978811/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 12 | **12K** |
| Positive reviews | 57.1% of reviews | **79.7% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Monthly | **Fortnightly** |
| Monetization | Paid | Paid |
| Best chart rank | — | **#7** |
| Size | 21 MB | 94 MB |
| Requires iOS | **8.0** | 18.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Plain and Simple Software](https://appshunter.io/developer/286228075) | [Runloop Ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/325563420) |

## What reviewers say

### UltraTimer

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ultratimer/id289429364)

This app offers a fully programmable and customizable interval timer for various activities. Set single or multiple timers with custom alarm sounds and visual feedback. Share and exchange timers with a community of users.

**Highlights:** Fully programmable interval timer, Customizable alarm sounds, Background color customization, Timer Groups for sequential timing, Community Timer Exchange, Custom sound recording, Timer sharing via email/clipboard

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

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- ⭐ Best workout timer
- 👍 Highly customizable
- 🚀 Works great on latest devices
- 💪 Perfect for fitness routines
- 🎨 Visually appealing interface

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Compatibility issues with older devices
- 🔍 Layout not functioning properly on some phones
- 🔇 Sound issues after updates
- 💻 Crashes and bugs after recent updates
- 🔋 Drains battery when screen is on

**Reported bugs**

- Cannot modify interval times after latest update
- Timers get replaced with incorrect values when saved
- Naming/renaming of timers and groups not working
- Frequent crashes when trying to copy, paste or delete timers
- Sound not playing consistently during workouts

**Requested features**

- Add option to pause/resume individual intervals
- Implement a countdown timer before workout starts
- Allow importing/exporting of custom timers
- Provide more sound options and ability to use own sounds
- Add screen lock feature to prevent accidental taps


### Seconds Pro Interval Timer

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/seconds-pro-interval-timer/id363978811)

**Currently charting:** #7 Top Paid · Health & Fitness, #88 Top Paid (US App Store)

This interval timer app is designed for high-intensity interval training (HIIT), Tabata, and circuit training workouts. It features a large, color-coded display, customizable interval names, and background operation. It also integrates with Apple Health to track your fitness data.

**Highlights:** Full screen colored display, Templates for HIIT, Tabata, Circuit Training, Speaks interval names and provides warnings, Assign music per interval, Runs in background, Share interval timers, Apple Health integration

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

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- ⭐ Great updates
- 🤖 Amazing voice prompts
- 👍 Easy to use
- 🎨 Highly customizable
- 🔧 Versatile for various workouts

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Occasional bugs and glitches
- 🔌 Music volume issues
- 🔍 Complicated setup for some features
- 🌐 Sync/sharing issues between devices
- 🔇 Inconsistent audio cues

**Reported bugs**

- Intervals randomly pausing or skipping
- Music volume issues when launching the app
- Inconsistent audio cues and countdown
- Sync issues between devices

**Requested features**

- Ability to lock Apple Watch screen
- Option to see more than just the next exercise
- Fractional time settings (e.g. 7.74 seconds)
- More voice/audio customization options
- Improved sync between iPhone and iPad


## Frequently asked questions

### Is UltraTimer free?

UltraTimer costs $1.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Seconds Pro Interval Timer free?

Seconds Pro Interval Timer costs $7.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, UltraTimer or Seconds Pro Interval Timer?

Seconds Pro Interval Timer is rated higher. UltraTimer averages 4.2 out of 5 from 12 ratings, while Seconds Pro Interval Timer averages 4.8 from 12K ratings.

### Do UltraTimer or Seconds Pro Interval Timer have ads?

Neither UltraTimer nor Seconds Pro Interval Timer shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, UltraTimer or Seconds Pro Interval Timer?

UltraTimer ships an update monthly, and Seconds Pro Interval Timer fortnightly. Most recently, UltraTimer was updated on October 10, 2026 and Seconds Pro Interval Timer on October 12, 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.*