Comparison

Interval Timer vs Stride

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

Stride

This app provides versatile interval timers for various training routines like HIIT, Tabata, and EMOM. It offers customizable settings, music integration, and voice cues to enhance your fitness sessions. Upgrade for advanced features like background functionality and unlimited preset saving.

Highlights
  • HIIT, Tabata, EMOM timer modes
  • Customizable interval settings
  • Music integration
  • Voice and sound countdowns
  • Save custom workout presets
  • Background functionality (Pro)
  • User-friendly interface
Features
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Stride - Tabata & EMOM Timer: Your Ultimate Fitness Countdown Timer Take your workouts to the next level with Stride - Tabata & EMOM Timer, the all-in-one app for HIIT, Tabata, EMOM, and other interval training routines. Whether you’re crushing it at the gym, going hard with CrossFit, or mastering your home fitness game, Stride is the ultimate tool for your training needs. Perfect for fitness enthusiasts of all levels, Stride combines versatility, simplicity, and power to help you achieve your goals. Key Features: • User-Friendly Design: Enjoy a bright, clean, and intuitive interface to seamlessly manage your workouts, whether you’re setting up a quick timer or creating custom interval timers. • Versatile Timer Modes: Adapt to your workout needs with timers for Tabata, EMOM, and more. Use Stride as your go-to countdown timer, perfect for HIIT, Tabata, or any fitness routine. • Music Integration: Stay pumped! Play your favorite music in the background while countdown sounds and voiceovers keep you in sync. • Save Custom Presets: Switch effortlessly between your favorite workout modes, such as Tabata and EMOM. Keep your sessions efficient and ready to go. • Background Functionality (Pro Plan): Multitask without interruption—your timer keeps running while you switch apps. • Voice and Sound Countdown (Pro Plan): Never miss a beat with clear voice cues and sound notifications to guide you through every interval. • Customizable Settings: Adjust work time, rest time, and intervals to create the perfect timer for your unique training routine, whether it’s for Tabata, CrossFit, or HIIT. • Alerts Your Way: Choose between beeps, voice countdowns, or vibrations for a fully customized training experience. • Fitness for Everyone: Ideal for activities like running, cycling, yoga, weightlifting, and bodyweight exercises. No matter your fitness level or style, Stride has you covered. Why Choose Stride? Stride isn’t just another workout timer—it’s a comprehensive tool to help you crush your fitness goals. From fat-burning HIIT sessions to muscle-building intervals, Stride is the ideal free timer app for all your training needs. Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned pro, Stride adapts to your routine. Upgrade to the Pro Plan: Unlock premium features and take your training to the next level: • Save unlimited workout presets for effortless session planning. • Background mode to keep your workouts uninterrupted. • Enhanced voice countdowns for razor-sharp focus. Download Now! Revolutionize your fitness routine with Stride - Tabata & EMOM Timer, the best interval timer, countdown timer, and training app on the market. Whether you’re into CrossFit, HIIT, or just looking for a reliable fitness timer, Stride is here to keep you on track. Download today and take your workouts to the next level! Privacy Policy: https://www.skylarks.io/apps/stride/privacy-policy

Screenshots

Interval Timer4 screens
Stride4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: Stride at none against Interval Timer's shown. Stride also leads on review sentiment (100% vs 69%) and rating (4.8 vs 4.5). Interval Timer's advantage is ratings volume (19K vs 8) and device support (4 vs 2). On price, 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 Stride sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Stride 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 8, 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 100% of Stride's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Interval Timer ships an update every 9 days, Stride every 4 days. The most recent releases landed on September 25, 2026 and June 4, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard7 real differences · 3 level
Interval Timer versus Stride: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterInterval TimerStride
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.5 (19K ratings)4.8 (8 ratings) — better
Positive reviews69.0% of reviews100.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings19K — better8
Update frequencyEvery 9 daysEvery 4 days — better
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFreemium
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS13.0 — better16.4
Further details — not scored
Size143 MB5 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperNEO PIXEL LABS PTE. LTD.Przemyslaw Skowronek

Customer experience

Interval Timer

All ratings19,032 ratings
Positive88.4%
Neutral3.3%
Negative8.3%
Written reviews1,236 reviews
Positive69.0%
Neutral5.7%
Negative25.2%

Stride

All ratings8 ratings
Positive87.5%
Neutral12.5%
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

Stride

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
Show 3 more
  • Premium - 1 Month$2.991 Month
  • Plus - 1 Year2 variants$4.991 Year
  • Premium - 1 Year7 Days trial2 variants$9.991 Year
4 purchases

Stride

Subscriptions3
  • Pro - 1 Week$0.997 Days
  • Pro - 1 Month$2.991 Month
  • Pro - 1 Year$7.991 Year
One-time1
  • Pro - Lifetime$17.99

Questions

Is Interval Timer free?
Interval Timer is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Stride free?
Stride is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Interval Timer or Stride?
Stride is rated higher. Interval Timer averages 4.5 out of 5 from 19K ratings, while Stride averages 4.8 from 8 ratings.
Do Interval Timer or Stride have ads?
Interval Timer shows ads; Stride does not.
Which is updated more often, Interval Timer or Stride?
Interval Timer ships an update every 9 days, and Stride every 4 days. Most recently, Interval Timer was updated on September 25, 2026 and Stride on June 4, 2026.

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