# Interval Timer vs Simple Training Timer

The clearest difference is ratings volume: Interval Timer at 19K against Simple Training Timer's 63. Interval Timer also leads on update cadence (every 9 days vs every 3 weeks) and device support (4 vs 2). On price, rating, review sentiment and ads there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Interval Timer sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month and Simple Training Timer sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $1.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.5 for Interval Timer against 4.5 for Simple Training Timer. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Interval Timer has 19K ratings behind it against 63, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews split almost evenly too, at 69% and 70% positive.

Interval Timer ships an update every 9 days, Simple Training Timer every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 25, 2026 and September 24, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Interval Timer | Simple Training Timer |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.5 (19K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/interval-timer-tabata-timer/id406473568/reviews) | [4.5 (63 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/simple-training-timer-stt/id1263269081/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **19K** | 63 |
| Positive reviews | 69.0% of reviews | **69.6% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Every 9 days** | Every 3 weeks |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 143 MB | 31 MB |
| Requires iOS | **13.0** | 18.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [NEO PIXEL LABS PTE. LTD.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1788472183) | [EasterEggs](https://appshunter.io/developer/553389214) |

## 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


### Simple Training Timer

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/simple-training-timer-stt/id1263269081)

This app helps with daily strength training by accurately timing workouts, rest periods, and sets. Customize various training menus to suit your fitness goals and enjoy more fulfilling exercise sessions.

**Highlights:** Accurate workout timing, Rest period tracking, Set and repetition count, Customizable training menus, Daily strength training assistance

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium Plan | $1.99 | per month |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Interval Timer free?

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

### Is Simple Training Timer free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Interval Timer or Simple Training Timer?

Interval Timer and Simple Training Timer are both rated 4.5 out of 5 on the App Store, from 19K and 63 ratings respectively.

### Do Interval Timer or Simple Training Timer have ads?

Both Interval Timer and Simple Training Timer show ads.

### Which is updated more often, Interval Timer or Simple Training Timer?

Interval Timer ships an update every 9 days, and Simple Training Timer every 3 weeks. Most recently, Interval Timer was updated on September 25, 2026 and Simple Training Timer on September 24, 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.*