# Interval Timer vs TempoReps

The clearest difference is rating: Interval Timer at 4.5 against TempoReps's 4.0. Interval Timer also leads on ratings volume (19K vs 4) and monetization model (free with in-app purchases vs paid). TempoReps's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (every 4 days vs every 9 days). On price, review sentiment, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Interval Timer sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month and TempoReps sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Interval Timer holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 4.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Interval Timer has 19K ratings behind it against 4, 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 67% of TempoReps's.

Interval Timer ships an update every 9 days, TempoReps every 4 days. The most recent releases landed on October 9, 2026 and October 7, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Interval Timer | TempoReps |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.5 (19K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/interval-timer-tabata-timer/id406473568/reviews)** | [4.0 (4 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/temporeps-workout-timer/id6758854166/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **19K** | 4 |
| Positive reviews | **72.9% of reviews** | 66.7% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 9 days | **Every 4 days** |
| Monetization | **Free with in-app purchases** | Paid |
| Size | 143 MB | 12 MB |
| Requires iOS | **13.0** | 18.0 |
| 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) | [Benjamin Dupin](https://appshunter.io/developer/1871474236) |

## 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


### TempoReps

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/temporeps-workout-timer/id6758854166)

This app provides a versatile workout timer with multiple modes for strength training, HIIT, and circuits. It offers precise tempo control, custom intervals, and companion features like an Apple Watch app and Live Activities. Designed for gym use with a clear display and background operation.

**Highlights:** Multiple workout modes (Tempo, EMOM, HIIT, AMRAP, etc.), Precise tempo control for strength training, Customizable intervals and round summaries, Apple Watch app and Live Activities support, Clear, readable display for gym environments, Background timer operation, Private by design, no account required

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

**In-app purchases (6)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| TempoReps Pro Monthly | $2.99 | per month |
| TempoReps Pro Annual | $19.99 | per year |
| Coffee | $0.99 | one-time |
| Thanks | $2.99 | one-time |
| TempoReps Pro | $3.99 | one-time |
| Support development | $4.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Interval Timer free?

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

### Is TempoReps free?

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

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

Interval Timer is rated higher. Interval Timer averages 4.5 out of 5 from 19K ratings, while TempoReps averages 4.0 from 4 ratings.

### Do Interval Timer or TempoReps have ads?

Interval Timer shows ads; TempoReps does not.

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

Interval Timer ships an update every 9 days, and TempoReps every 4 days. Most recently, Interval Timer was updated on October 9, 2026 and TempoReps on October 7, 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.*