# UltraTimer vs Seconds Interval Timer

The clearest difference is price: Seconds Interval Timer at Free against UltraTimer's $1.99. Seconds Interval Timer also leads on rating (4.7 vs 4.2) and ratings volume (24K vs 12). UltraTimer's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 1) and iOS requirement (8.0 vs 18.0). On update cadence, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Seconds Interval Timer is free to download; UltraTimer costs $1.99 up front. Seconds Interval Timer sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. UltraTimer asks for nothing beyond the download.

Seconds Interval Timer holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.2. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Seconds Interval Timer has 24K 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 75% of Seconds Interval Timer's.

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly monthly. The most recent releases landed on October 10, 2026 and October 13, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | UltraTimer | Seconds Interval Timer |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | $1.99 | **Free** |
| Rating | [4.2 (12 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ultratimer/id289429364/reviews) | **[4.7 (24K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/seconds-interval-timer/id475816966/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 12 | **24K** |
| Positive reviews | 57.1% of reviews | **74.6% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Monthly | Monthly |
| Monetization | Paid | **Free with in-app purchases** |
| Size | 21 MB | 95 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 Interval Timer

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/seconds-interval-timer/id475816966)

This app provides a versatile interval timer for various workout types like Tabata, HIIT, and circuit training. It features a clear, full-screen display, customizable alerts, and background operation. Users can also utilize a stopwatch and countdown timer, with integration for Apple Health.

**Highlights:** Full-screen colored display, Templates for HIIT, Tabata, Circuit Training, Voice and audio alerts, Music assignment per interval, Background operation, Apple Health integration, Stopwatch and countdown timer

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

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Advanced Version | $7.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Great workout app
- 👍 Customizable and user-friendly
- 🔒 Reliable and stable
- 💡 Versatile for various workouts
- 👍 Easy to create and edit timers

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Occasional audio issues
- 🔍 Limited Apple Watch integration
- 💰 Paid version required for full functionality
- 🕰️ Time-consuming to set up complex workouts

**Reported bugs**

- Timer sometimes stops working unexpectedly
- Issues with restoring purchases on new devices

**Requested features**

- Ability to change beep/alert volume independently
- Option to delay transition between intervals
- Sync workouts across devices
- More preset workout templates
- Heart rate monitoring integration


## Frequently asked questions

### Is UltraTimer free?

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

### Is Seconds Interval Timer free?

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

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

Seconds Interval Timer is rated higher. UltraTimer averages 4.2 out of 5 from 12 ratings, while Seconds Interval Timer averages 4.7 from 24K ratings.

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

Neither UltraTimer nor Seconds Interval Timer shows ads.

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

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