# Seconds Interval Timer vs TempoReps

The clearest difference is rating: Seconds Interval Timer at 4.7 against TempoReps's 4.0. Seconds Interval Timer also leads on ratings volume (24K vs 4) and monetization model (free with in-app purchases vs paid). TempoReps's advantage is update cadence (every 3 days vs monthly). On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Seconds Interval Timer sells 1 one-off in-app purchase 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.

Seconds Interval Timer holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Seconds Interval Timer has 24K ratings behind it against 4, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 75% of Seconds Interval Timer's written reviews are positive against 67% of TempoReps's.

Seconds Interval Timer ships an update monthly, TempoReps every 3 days. The most recent releases landed on September 25, 2026 and September 21, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Seconds Interval Timer | TempoReps |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.7 (24K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/seconds-interval-timer/id475816966/reviews)** | [4.0 (4 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/temporeps-gym-timer/id6758854166/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **24K** | 4 |
| Positive reviews | **75.0% of reviews** | 66.7% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Monthly | **Every 3 days** |
| Monetization | **Free with in-app purchases** | Paid |
| Size | 95 MB | 13 MB |
| Requires iOS | 18.0 | 18.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch | iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Runloop Ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/325563420) | [Benjamin Dupin](https://appshunter.io/developer/1871474236) |

## What reviewers say

### Seconds Interval Timer

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/seconds-interval-timer/id475816966)

This app provides a versatile interval timer for various workout types like Tabata, HIIT, and circuit training. It features a clear, full-screen display, customizable alerts, and background operation. Users can also utilize a stopwatch and countdown timer, with integration for Apple Health.

**Highlights:** Full-screen colored display, Templates for HIIT, Tabata, Circuit Training, Voice and audio alerts, Music assignment per interval, Background operation, Apple Health integration, Stopwatch and countdown timer

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

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Advanced Version | $7.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Great workout app
- 👍 Customizable and user-friendly
- 🔒 Reliable and stable
- 💡 Versatile for various workouts
- 👍 Easy to create and edit timers

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Occasional audio issues
- 🔍 Limited Apple Watch integration
- 💰 Paid version required for full functionality
- 🕰️ Time-consuming to set up complex workouts

**Reported bugs**

- Timer sometimes stops working unexpectedly
- Issues with restoring purchases on new devices

**Requested features**

- Ability to change beep/alert volume independently
- Option to delay transition between intervals
- Sync workouts across devices
- More preset workout templates
- Heart rate monitoring integration


### TempoReps

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/temporeps-gym-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 Seconds Interval Timer free?

Seconds 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, Seconds Interval Timer or TempoReps?

Seconds Interval Timer is rated higher. Seconds Interval Timer averages 4.7 out of 5 from 24K ratings, while TempoReps averages 4.0 from 4 ratings.

### Do Seconds Interval Timer or TempoReps have ads?

Neither Seconds Interval Timer nor TempoReps shows ads.

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

Seconds Interval Timer ships an update monthly, and TempoReps every 3 days. Most recently, Seconds Interval Timer was updated on September 25, 2026 and TempoReps on September 21, 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.*