# Interval Timer vs iCountTimer

The clearest difference is update cadence: Interval Timer at every 9 days against iCountTimer's every 4 months. Interval Timer also leads on ratings volume (19K vs 12) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 16.0). iCountTimer's advantage is review sentiment (90% vs 69%) and rating (4.7 vs 4.5). 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 iCountTimer sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

iCountTimer holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Interval Timer has 19K ratings behind it against 12, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 69% of Interval Timer's written reviews are positive against 90% of iCountTimer's.

Interval Timer ships an update every 9 days, iCountTimer every 4 months. Both last shipped on September 25, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Interval Timer | iCountTimer |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.5 (19K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/interval-timer-tabata-timer/id406473568/reviews) | **[4.7 (12 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/icounttimer-workout-timer/id1048436732/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **19K** | 12 |
| Positive reviews | 69.0% of reviews | **90.1% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Every 9 days** | Every 4 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 143 MB | 24 MB |
| Requires iOS | **13.0** | 16.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch** | iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [NEO PIXEL LABS PTE. LTD.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1788472183) | [RhythmicWorks](https://appshunter.io/developer/977154427) |

## 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


### iCountTimer

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/icounttimer-workout-timer/id1048436732)

This app combines a timer and counter for various training routines like HIIT, yoga, and boxing. It offers audio cues and a large display to keep you focused on your workout, with an optional Pro version for advanced features.

**Highlights:** Timer and counter combined, Save custom presets, Large, clear display, Audio cues, Smart screen lock, Health app integration (Pro)

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Family Sharing, Apple Watch app

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly Subscription | $1.99 | per month |
| Yearly Subscription | $9.99 | per year |
| Lifetime Pro | $19.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Interval Timer free?

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

### Is iCountTimer free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Interval Timer or iCountTimer?

iCountTimer is rated higher. Interval Timer averages 4.5 out of 5 from 19K ratings, while iCountTimer averages 4.7 from 12 ratings.

### Do Interval Timer or iCountTimer have ads?

Both Interval Timer and iCountTimer show ads.

### Which is updated more often, Interval Timer or iCountTimer?

Interval Timer ships an update every 9 days, and iCountTimer every 4 months. Most recently, Interval Timer was updated on September 25, 2026 and iCountTimer on September 25, 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.*