# Interval Timer vs Boxing Timer Prof

The clearest difference is rating: Interval Timer at 4.5 against Boxing Timer Prof's 3.9. Interval Timer also leads on review sentiment (73% vs 32%) and ratings volume (19K vs 21). On price, ads, 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 Boxing Timer Prof sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Interval Timer holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 3.9. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Interval Timer has 19K ratings behind it against 21, 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 32% of Boxing Timer Prof's.

Interval Timer ships an update every 9 days, Boxing Timer Prof every 6 weeks. Both last shipped on September 30, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Interval Timer | Boxing Timer Prof |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.5 (19K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/interval-timer-tabata-timer/id406473568/reviews)** | [3.9 (21 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/boxing-timer-prof/id978829173/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **19K** | 21 |
| Positive reviews | **72.9% of reviews** | 32.4% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Every 9 days** | Every 6 weeks |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 143 MB | 172 MB |
| Requires iOS | **13.0** | 15.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch** | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [NEO PIXEL LABS PTE. LTD.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1788472183) | [Maksim Pipkin](https://appshunter.io/developer/978829172) |

## 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


### Boxing Timer Prof

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/boxing-timer-prof/id978829173)

This app provides a flexible timer for boxing training, allowing customization of round and rest times. It includes preparation and round signals, and can be used for other interval training sports. Advanced features allow sensor-based control without removing gloves.

**Highlights:** Customizable round and rest times, Preparation, start, and end signals, Periodical signals within rounds, Accelerometer/proximity sensor control, Support for Muay Thai, MMA, Tabata, CrossFit, Customizable sound options

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

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Disable ads | $3.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Interval Timer free?

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

### Is Boxing Timer Prof free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Interval Timer or Boxing Timer Prof?

Interval Timer is rated higher. Interval Timer averages 4.5 out of 5 from 19K ratings, while Boxing Timer Prof averages 3.9 from 21 ratings.

### Do Interval Timer or Boxing Timer Prof have ads?

Both Interval Timer and Boxing Timer Prof show ads.

### Which is updated more often, Interval Timer or Boxing Timer Prof?

Interval Timer ships an update every 9 days, and Boxing Timer Prof every 6 weeks. Most recently, Interval Timer was updated on September 30, 2026 and Boxing Timer Prof on September 30, 2026.

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