Comparison

Interval Timer vs Interval Timer+++

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Interval Timer

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
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***Free and reliable. Perfect for use at home, at the track or in the gym. We’re proud to introduce this handy little app that helps you keep track of your work and rest periods during workouts. Whether your into cycling, running, lifting weights, exercise, workout, stretching, boxing, MMA or HIT, this interval timer will prove to be an invaluable asset to you. Running foreground, background or with device locked, this reliable app allows you specify an overall time as well as program High/Low intensity interval and rest time between sets. Produced by Polycents! Key Features: - Customizable sets, high/low intensity interval and rest for your own need - Retina display, iOS4 and multitasking - Continue to run even when screen is locked - Play your song or playlist during your workout - Post your workout to Facebook or Twitter - Save settings as templates Customizable Features: - Number of Sets - Countdown Time - Set Time - Low Interval time - High Interval time - Rest Time - First Interval (low or high) - Sound Volume - Timer Sounds - Auto Lock - Vibrate - Pause during Rest - Playlist - New Each Set APPLE HEALTH: -Interval Timer can use Apple Health to show heart rate in Apple Watch App. # Subscription Details # - Monthly and annual subscriptions are available. - Payment will be charged to your iTunes account at confirmation of purchase. - Your subscription will automatically renew unless auto-renew is disabled at least 24 hours before the end of the current subscription period. - Automatic renewals will be charged at the same price you were originally charged for the subscription. - Subscriptions can be managed by going to Account Settings on the App Store after purchase. Terms of Use: https://www.iubenda.com/terms-and-conditions/18915396 Privacy Policy: https://www.iubenda.com/privacy-policy/18915396

About

Interval Timer+++

This app provides a versatile workout timer for various training styles like HIIT, Tabata, and EMOM. It allows users to create custom routines, access pre-made workouts, and offers clear voice announcements. Designed for both home and gym use, it's suitable for all fitness levels.

Highlights
  • Customizable interval and circuit training
  • Support for Tabata, EMOM, and AMRAP formats
  • Pre-made workout library
  • Voice announcements and countdowns
  • Large, high-contrast display
  • Save and reuse custom workouts
Features
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Advanced HIIT Timer: Tabata, EMOM, AMRAP & Custom Workouts The ultimate no-nonsense workout timer for serious training. Perfect for Tabata, EMOM, AMRAP, HIIT, intervals, circuits, and bodyweight sessions at home or in the gym. Simple enough for beginners, powerful enough for advanced athletes. WHY CHOOSE THIS TIMER • Mix Tabata, EMOM, AMRAP, and interval rounds in one workout • Build unlimited custom workouts in seconds • 40+ proven ready to use workouts included (beginner → advanced) • Crystal-clear voice announcements + 3-2-1 countdowns • Large, high-contrast timer — visible across the room • Save and reuse your favorite sessions forever • Works flawlessly with bluetooth speakers • Zero bloat. Zero ads. Just your workout. Whether you're crushing at-home HIIT, CrossFit WODs, running, cycling, or yoga flows — this is the timer that finally keeps up with you. Download now and train smarter. Terms of use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://apptelligentapps.wixsite.com/apptelligent/privacy-policy

Screenshots

Interval Timer4 screens
Interval Timer+++4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Interval Timer+++ at 5.0 against Interval Timer's 4.5. Interval Timer+++ also leads on ads (none vs shown) and review sentiment (100% vs 73%). Interval Timer's advantage is ratings volume (19K vs 3) and device support (4 vs 2). On price, update cadence, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Interval Timer sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month and Interval Timer+++ sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $1.49 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Interval Timer+++ holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Interval Timer has 19K ratings behind it against 3, 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 Interval Timer+++'s.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Interval Timer ships an update every 9 days, Interval Timer+++ weekly. The most recent releases landed on October 15, 2026 and September 25, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
Interval Timer versus Interval Timer+++: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterInterval TimerInterval Timer+++
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.5 (19K ratings)5.0 (3 ratings) — better
Positive reviews72.9% of reviews100.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings19K — better3
Update frequencyEvery 9 daysWeekly — better
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFreemium
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS13.0 — better18.5
Further details — not scored
Size143 MB28 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperNEO PIXEL LABS PTE. LTD.Apptelligent

Customer experience

Interval Timer

All ratings19,032 ratings
Positive88.4%
Neutral3.3%
Negative8.3%
Written reviews1,595 reviews
Positive72.9%
Neutral5.8%
Negative21.3%

Interval Timer+++

All ratings3 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews2 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Bugs and requests

Interval Timer

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Ads block functionality
  • App freezes or crashes
  • Timer doesn't work in background

Requested features

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

Interval Timer+++

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

6 purchases

Interval Timer

Subscriptions6
  • Plus - 1 Month$0.991 Month
  • Premium - 1 Month$1.991 Month
  • Plus - 1 Month$1.991 Month
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  • Premium - 1 Month$2.991 Month
  • Plus - 1 Year2 variants$4.991 Year
  • Premium - 1 Year7 Days trial2 variants$9.991 Year
4 purchases

Interval Timer+++

Subscriptions2
  • Monthly$1.491 Month
  • Annual$9.991 Year
One-time2
  • Lifetime Access$3.99
  • Lifetime Access$19.99

Questions

Is Interval Timer free?
Interval Timer is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Interval Timer+++ free?
Interval Timer+++ is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Interval Timer or Interval Timer+++?
Interval Timer+++ is rated higher. Interval Timer averages 4.5 out of 5 from 19K ratings, while Interval Timer+++ averages 5.0 from 3 ratings.
Do Interval Timer or Interval Timer+++ have ads?
Interval Timer shows ads; Interval Timer+++ does not.
Which is updated more often, Interval Timer or Interval Timer+++?
Interval Timer ships an update every 9 days, and Interval Timer+++ weekly. Most recently, Interval Timer was updated on October 15, 2026 and Interval Timer+++ on September 25, 2026.

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