# Interval Timer vs PunchLab

The clearest difference is ads: PunchLab at none against Interval Timer's shown. PunchLab also leads on review sentiment (86% vs 69%) and rating (4.7 vs 4.5). Interval Timer's advantage is ratings volume (19K vs 802) and device support (4 vs 2). On price, update cadence, 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 PunchLab sells 9 in-app purchases, starting at $17.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

PunchLab 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 802, 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 86% of PunchLab's.

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 9 days. The most recent releases landed on September 25, 2026 and September 23, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Interval Timer | PunchLab |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.5 (19K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/interval-timer-tabata-timer/id406473568/reviews) | **[4.7 (802 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/punchlab-boxing-workout/id1402134277/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **19K** | 802 |
| Positive reviews | 69.0% of reviews | **85.8% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 9 days | Every 9 days |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 143 MB | 115 MB |
| Requires iOS | **13.0** | 15.1 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch** | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [NEO PIXEL LABS PTE. LTD.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1788472183) | [PunchLab SRL](https://appshunter.io/developer/1475090696) |

## 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


### PunchLab

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/punchlab-boxing-workout/id1402134277)

Engage in interactive boxing and kickboxing workouts at home with expert coaches. Track your punches, monitor progress, and burn calories without any equipment. Join a global community for a complete fitness experience.

**Highlights:** Interactive follow-along workouts, Real-time punch tracking, Calorie burn estimation, Personalized progress tracking, On-demand coach-designed sessions, Punching bag integration

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

**In-app purchases (9)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly Plan | $17.99 | per month |
| Monthly Plan | $17.99 | per month |
| PunchLab Plan - Quarterly | $34.99 | per 3 months |
| Quarterly Plan | $34.99 | per 3 months |
| Quarterly Plan | $34.99 | per 3 months |
| Unlimited Membership - Annual | $79.99 | per year |
| Yearly Plan | $79.99 | per year |
| Yearly Plan | $79.99 | per year |
| Yearly Plan | $79.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Solid coaching
- 👍 Engaging for ex-grapplers
- 👍 Brilliant for fitness and learning
- 👍 Excellent for boxing technique and fitness
- 👍 Great for solo heavy bag work

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Music issues during workouts
- 🐛 App crashes and bugs
- 🔒 Everything behind paywall
- 🔒 Strap issues and needs improvement

**Reported bugs**

- App crashing mid-workout
- Incorrect combination display
- Subscription issues and unexpected charges

**Requested features**

- More Muay Thai and kickboxing workouts
- Ability to control music volume separately
- Longer and more advanced workouts
- Integration with fitness tracking apps
- Customizable workout plans


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Interval Timer free?

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

### Is PunchLab free?

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

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

PunchLab is rated higher. Interval Timer averages 4.5 out of 5 from 19K ratings, while PunchLab averages 4.7 from 802 ratings.

### Do Interval Timer or PunchLab have ads?

Interval Timer shows ads; PunchLab does not.

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

Interval Timer ships an update every 9 days, and PunchLab every 9 days. Most recently, Interval Timer was updated on September 25, 2026 and PunchLab on September 23, 2026.

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