# Interval Timer vs Meditation Timer Pro

The clearest difference is price: Interval Timer at Free against Meditation Timer Pro's $1.99. Interval Timer also leads on update cadence (every 9 days vs every 7 months) and ratings volume (19K vs 1.2K). Meditation Timer Pro's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and review sentiment (95% vs 69%). On in-app purchases, monetization model and device support there is nothing between them.

Interval Timer is free to download; Meditation Timer Pro costs $1.99 up front. Interval Timer sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month and Meditation Timer Pro sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Meditation Timer Pro holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Interval Timer has 19K ratings behind it against 1.2K, 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 95% of Meditation Timer Pro's.

Interval Timer ships an update every 9 days, Meditation Timer Pro every 7 months. The most recent releases landed on September 25, 2026 and September 23, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Interval Timer | Meditation Timer Pro |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | **Free** | $1.99 |
| Rating | [4.5 (19K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/interval-timer-tabata-timer/id406473568/reviews) | **[4.8 (1.2K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/meditation-timer-pro/id509073019/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **19K** | 1.2K |
| Positive reviews | 69.0% of reviews | **95.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | **Every 9 days** | Every 7 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | — | **#90** |
| Size | 143 MB | 37 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) | [倩 赵](https://appshunter.io/developer/376557917) |

## 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


### Meditation Timer Pro

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/meditation-timer-pro/id509073019)

**Currently charting:** #90 Top Paid · Health & Fitness (US App Store)

This app assists users of all meditation experience levels in practicing mindfulness. It offers customizable timers with interval bells, background sounds, and visual themes to enhance focus and relaxation. Track your progress with detailed logs and statistics, and set reminders to maintain a consistent practice.

**Highlights:** Customizable meditation timer, Interval and cool down times, Unique sound options, Background images with shake to change, Automatic meditation logging, Powerful statistics, Unlimited practice reminders

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

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium - 1 month | $0.99 | per month |
| Premium - 6 months | $5.49 | per 6 months |
| Premium - 1 year | $9.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 💻 Easy to set and use
- 👍 Simple and easy to use
- 👍 Flexible and easy to use
- 👍 Straightforward and intuitive
- 👍 Customizable

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Occasional bugs and glitches
- 🔇 Limited sound options
- 🔇 Abrupt ending of sounds
- 🔇 Lack of volume control
- 🔒 Subscription model change for existing users

**Reported bugs**

- Timer stopping unexpectedly
- Connectivity issues with Apple Watch app
- Inconsistent behavior with background music volume

**Requested features**

- More interval chime options
- Ability to edit existing meditation settings
- Vibration alerts on Apple Watch
- Customizable background images
- Numerical rating system for sessions


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Interval Timer free?

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

### Is Meditation Timer Pro free?

Meditation Timer Pro costs $1.99, and also offers in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Interval Timer or Meditation Timer Pro?

Meditation Timer Pro is rated higher. Interval Timer averages 4.5 out of 5 from 19K ratings, while Meditation Timer Pro averages 4.8 from 1.2K ratings.

### Do Interval Timer or Meditation Timer Pro have ads?

Interval Timer shows ads; Meditation Timer Pro does not.

### Which is updated more often, Interval Timer or Meditation Timer Pro?

Interval Timer ships an update every 9 days, and Meditation Timer Pro every 7 months. Most recently, Interval Timer was updated on September 25, 2026 and Meditation Timer Pro on September 23, 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.*