# Repeat Timer vs Interval Timer Sec+Sec

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Interval Timer Sec+Sec at none against Repeat Timer's 4. Interval Timer Sec+Sec also leads on review sentiment (78% vs 45%) and iOS requirement (13 vs 18.0). Repeat Timer's advantage is update cadence (monthly vs every 12 months) and rating (4.1 vs 3.7). On price, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Repeat Timer sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. Interval Timer Sec+Sec asks for nothing beyond the download.

Repeat Timer holds the better App Store score, 4.1 against 3.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Repeat Timer has 543 ratings behind it against 13, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 45% of Repeat Timer's written reviews are positive against 78% of Interval Timer Sec+Sec's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

Repeat Timer ships an update monthly, Interval Timer Sec+Sec every 12 months. The most recent releases landed on October 12, 2026 and October 11, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Repeat Timer | Interval Timer Sec+Sec |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.1 (543 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/repeat-timer/id443410415/reviews)** | [3.7 (13 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/interval-timer-sec-plus-sec/id595618563/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **543** | 13 |
| Positive reviews | 44.9% of reviews | **77.8% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Monthly** | Every 12 months |
| Monetization | Subscription | **Ad-supported** |
| Size | 89 MB | 12 MB |
| Requires iOS | 18.0 | **13** |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch** | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Foobar Creative](https://appshunter.io/developer/464777525) | [SHIGETO TAKAGI](https://appshunter.io/developer/519611619) |

## What reviewers say

### Repeat Timer

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/repeat-timer/id443410415)

This app provides a flexible repeating timer for work and relaxation. Set custom durations and repeat counts, and receive notifications for each cycle. It integrates with widgets, Siri, and Apple Watch for seamless use.

**Highlights:** Customizable duration and repeat count, Background notifications, Home and Lock Screen widgets, Siri and Shortcuts integration, Apple Watch companion app, Quick entry for common timers

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

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Repeat Timer Premium Monthly | $1.99 | per month |
| Repeat Timer Premium Weekly | $1.99 | per 7 days |
| Repeat Timer Premium Annual | $14.99 | per year |
| Premium Upgrade | $49.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Excellent repeat timer
- 👍 Simple and easy to use
- 👍 Versatile for various use cases
- 👍 Good notification sounds
- 👍 Helpful for productivity and exercise

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🔒 Limited free version, requires subscription for full features
- 🐛 Notifications/alarms not always reliable
- 🐛 Occasional crashes or freezes
- 🔋 Drains battery when running in background
- 🔒 Lack of customization options in free version

**Reported bugs**

- Timers not working consistently in background
- Apple Watch integration issues
- Inconsistent behavior when setting longer timer durations

**Requested features**

- Ability to set custom intervals (e.g. 8 seconds)
- Option for alternating interval lengths
- Vibration mode for silent notifications
- Ability to pause/resume timers
- More timer sound options


### Interval Timer Sec+Sec

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/interval-timer-sec-plus-sec/id595618563)

This free interval training timer app uses alarms and vibrations to mark specified second intervals. It automatically tracks repetitions and remembers your settings, making it ideal for High Intensity Interval Training (HIIT). Background operation is limited.

**Highlights:** Second-based interval timing, Alarm and vibration alerts, Repetition counter, Saves interval settings, Suitable for HIIT, Background operation limited

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Repeat Timer free?

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

### Is Interval Timer Sec+Sec free?

Interval Timer Sec+Sec is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Repeat Timer or Interval Timer Sec+Sec?

Repeat Timer is rated higher. Repeat Timer averages 4.1 out of 5 from 543 ratings, while Interval Timer Sec+Sec averages 3.7 from 13 ratings.

### Do Repeat Timer or Interval Timer Sec+Sec have ads?

Both Repeat Timer and Interval Timer Sec+Sec show ads.

### Which is updated more often, Repeat Timer or Interval Timer Sec+Sec?

Repeat Timer ships an update monthly, and Interval Timer Sec+Sec every 12 months. Most recently, Repeat Timer was updated on October 12, 2026 and Interval Timer Sec+Sec on October 11, 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.*