# Interval Timer vs Fitness Workout Timer

The clearest difference is update cadence: Interval Timer at every 9 days against Fitness Workout Timer's every 3 months. Interval Timer also leads on ratings volume (19K vs 8). Fitness Workout Timer's advantage is rating (4.9 vs 4.5) and review sentiment (100% vs 73%). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Interval Timer sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month and Fitness Workout Timer sells 10 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Fitness Workout Timer holds the better App Store score, 4.9 against 4.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Interval Timer has 19K ratings behind it against 8, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 73% of Interval Timer's written reviews are positive against 100% of Fitness Workout Timer's.

Interval Timer ships an update every 9 days, Fitness Workout Timer every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on October 2, 2026 and June 11, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Interval Timer | Fitness Workout Timer |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.5 (19K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/interval-timer-tabata-timer/id406473568/reviews) | **[4.9 (8 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/fitness-workout-timer-tabata/id1035130456/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **19K** | 8 |
| Positive reviews | 72.9% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Every 9 days** | Every 3 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 143 MB | 38 MB |
| Requires iOS | 13.0 | **12.0** |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch** | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [NEO PIXEL LABS PTE. LTD.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1788472183) | [Zinitt](https://appshunter.io/developer/868783199) |

## What reviewers say

### Interval Timer

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/interval-timer-tabata-timer/id406473568)

This app helps you manage workout intervals with customizable work and rest periods. It runs in the background and allows music playback, with options to save settings and share progress. Integrates with Apple Health for heart rate monitoring.

**Highlights:** Customizable sets, intervals, and rest times, Runs in background and with screen locked, Music playlist integration, Save settings as templates, Apple Health integration for heart rate, Post workouts to social media

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

**In-app purchases (6)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Plus - 1 Month | $0.99 | per month |
| Premium - 1 Month | $1.99 | per month |
| Plus - 1 Month | $1.99 | per month |
| Premium - 1 Month | $2.99 | per month |
| Plus - 1 Year | $4.99 | per year |
| Premium - 1 Year | $9.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Free version works well
- 👍 Customizable intervals and timers
- 👍 Flexible for different workouts
- 👍 Easy to use and set up
- 👍 Provides visual and audio cues

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Timer issues (stops, loses time)
- 🔋 Drains battery when used
- 💰 Expensive subscription model
- 📢 Intrusive ads
- 🔒 Incompatible with other apps

**Reported bugs**

- Ads block functionality
- App freezes or crashes
- Timer doesn't work in background

**Requested features**

- Add notes to workouts
- Provide workout history and analytics
- Allow syncing with Apple Health
- Improve Apple Watch integration
- Add more customization options


### Fitness Workout Timer

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/fitness-workout-timer-tabata/id1035130456)

This interval timer helps users manage various fitness routines like Tabata, HIIT, and strength training. It features large, easy-to-read text, customizable sound alerts, and progress tracking for workouts and body measurements. A free BMI calculator is also included.

**Highlights:** Interval timer for Tabata, HIIT, Boxing, Rope Skipping, Easy-to-read large text display, Customizable sound effects for workout states, Free BMI calculator and body measurement tracker, Daily workout and weight progress records, Pro version with ad removal and backup features

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Family Sharing

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Upgrade Pro Version 2021 | $1.99 | one-time |
| Upgrade Pro Version 2023 | $1.99 | one-time |
| Pro Version | $2.99 | one-time |
| Buy Me A Coffee | $2.99 | one-time |
| Pro Version + Snack | $3.99 | one-time |
| Pro Version 2021 | $4.99 | one-time |
| Pro Version + Coffee | $5.99 | one-time |
| Buy Me A Meal | $7.99 | one-time |
| Pro Version 2023 | $8.99 | one-time |
| Pro Version + Meal | $10.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Interval Timer free?

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

### Is Fitness Workout Timer free?

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

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

Fitness Workout Timer is rated higher. Interval Timer averages 4.5 out of 5 from 19K ratings, while Fitness Workout Timer averages 4.9 from 8 ratings.

### Do Interval Timer or Fitness Workout Timer have ads?

Both Interval Timer and Fitness Workout Timer show ads.

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

Interval Timer ships an update every 9 days, and Fitness Workout Timer every 3 months. Most recently, Interval Timer was updated on October 2, 2026 and Fitness Workout Timer on June 11, 2026.

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