Comparison

Simple Interval Timer vs Boxing iTimer Lite

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

Head to head
About

Simple Interval Timer

This app provides a straightforward interval timer for various training types like running, cycling, and HIIT. Customize sets, action, and break durations for a personalized workout experience. It runs in the background and saves recent configurations.

Highlights
  • Customizable sets, action, and break durations
  • Plain and simple design
  • Saves last 5 configurations
  • Runs in the background
  • iOS screen dimming prevention
  • Apple Watch integration with heart rate monitoring
Features
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Simple Interval Timer (SIT) can be used for any kind of interval training, such as running, cycling, HIIT sessions (including Tabata method), stretching, etc. SIT is exactly what you would expect. An interval timer, which is easy to set up and use. It features a nice plain design, with no unnecessary controls. Adjust Number of Sets, Action and Break duration to your needs and you are ready to go! On the iOS an extra switch control allows you to prevent the screen from dimming. SIT remembers the last 5 configurations you have used. Swipe left across the Settings screen to switch to another configuration. SIT can run in the background, while you are playing music, watching videos or doing anything else on your iOS device. SIT Watch features the same simplicity as the iOS app while offering the same functionality, plus it will measure your heartbeat during the workout sessions. The recordings will be available in the Apple's Health app. SIT Watch runs independently of the phone, so no need to have your phone around during your workouts (although you will need your phone during the very first time you launch SIT watch). SIT lets you avoid any tedious set up and focus on your training!

About

Boxing iTimer Lite

This interval timer is designed for various sports and training routines, including boxing, HIIT, and yoga. It offers customizable settings, background operation, and music playback, ensuring uninterrupted workouts. The app provides a clear visual status and progress tracking.

Highlights
  • Saved presets
  • Customizable round ending notice
  • Background operation
  • Locked phone compatibility
  • Simultaneous music playback
  • Progress chart
  • Color-coded intervals
Features
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Stop watching the clock. Boxing iTimer lets you focus entirely on training while it handles your rounds. Trusted by fighters, coaches, and gyms worldwide — 4.9 stars across 6,600+ ratings. FEATURES - Start your first session in under 30 seconds - Save and reuse your favorite presets - Customizable round-ending notice so you're never caught off guard - Screen stays on so you always see your status - Runs fully in the background and on a locked device - Keeps your music playing mid-session - Progress Chart shows rounds, current time, and remaining time - Color-coded display: Green = Round, Red = Break, Orange = Round Ending - Continuous intervals supported — run rounds back-to-back with no breaks PERFECT FOR Boxing • MMA • Kickboxing • HIIT • Tabata • CrossFit • Yoga • Sparring By downloading this app, you agree to our Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

Simple Interval Timer4 screens
Boxing iTimer Lite4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: Boxing iTimer Lite at every 3 weeks against Simple Interval Timer's every 8 months. Boxing iTimer Lite also leads on review sentiment (98% vs 85%). Simple Interval Timer's advantage is iOS requirement (14.5 vs 17.6). On price, rating, ratings volume and ads 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. Simple Interval Timer sells 4 one-off in-app purchases and Boxing iTimer Lite sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.9 for Simple Interval Timer against 4.9 for Boxing iTimer Lite. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 5.4K and 6.7K respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 85% of Simple Interval Timer's written reviews are positive against 98% of Boxing iTimer Lite's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Simple Interval Timer ships an update every 8 months, Boxing iTimer Lite every 3 weeks. Both last shipped on September 22, 2026.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Simple Interval Timer versus Boxing iTimer Lite: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSimple Interval TimerBoxing iTimer Lite
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.9 (5.4K ratings)4.9 (6.7K ratings)
Positive reviews84.7% of reviews98.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings5.4K6.7K — better
Update frequencyEvery 8 monthsEvery 3 weeks — better
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPod, Apple Watch — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS14.5 — better17.6
Further details — not scored
Size10 MB48 MB
Age rating4+4+
Developer0FFAlexApps.Net Co

Customer experience

Simple Interval Timer

All ratings5,444 ratings
Positive97.6%
Neutral1.2%
Negative1.2%
Written reviews398 reviews
Positive84.7%
Neutral4.5%
Negative10.8%

Boxing iTimer Lite

All ratings6,679 ratings
Positive98.3%
Neutral1.0%
Negative0.7%
Written reviews562 reviews
Positive98.0%
Neutral0.9%
Negative1.1%

Bugs and requests

Simple Interval Timer

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Timer stops working when screen is locked
  • Countdown beeps not syncing with timer
  • Interval times not accurately tracked

Requested features

4 requests
  • Ability to name and delete saved configurations
  • More granular interval time settings (e.g., 1-second increments)
  • Stronger haptic feedback on Apple Watch
  • Integration with workout tracking apps

Boxing iTimer Lite

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

4 purchases

Simple Interval Timer

One-time4
  • Espresso$0.99
  • Americano$1.99
  • Ad-free version$2.99
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  • Caramel Cappuccino$2.99
3 purchases

Boxing iTimer Lite

Subscriptions2
  • Powerful Supporter$0.991 Month
  • Champion Supporter$9.991 Year
One-time1
  • Lifetime Pro$24.99

Questions

Is Simple Interval Timer free?
Simple Interval Timer is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Boxing iTimer Lite free?
Boxing iTimer Lite is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Simple Interval Timer or Boxing iTimer Lite?
Simple Interval Timer and Boxing iTimer Lite are both rated 4.9 out of 5 on the App Store, from 5.4K and 6.7K ratings respectively.
Do Simple Interval Timer or Boxing iTimer Lite have ads?
Both Simple Interval Timer and Boxing iTimer Lite show ads.
Which is updated more often, Simple Interval Timer or Boxing iTimer Lite?
Simple Interval Timer ships an update every 8 months, and Boxing iTimer Lite every 3 weeks. Most recently, Simple Interval Timer was updated on September 22, 2026 and Boxing iTimer Lite on September 22, 2026.

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