# Repeat Timer vs Interval Timer

The clearest difference is ratings volume: Repeat Timer at 7.4K against Interval Timer's 25. Repeat Timer also leads on iOS requirement (17.0 vs 26.0). Interval Timer's advantage is review sentiment (86% vs 64%) and device support (4 vs 2). On price, rating, update cadence and ads there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Repeat Timer sells 7 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month and Interval Timer sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.5 for Repeat Timer against 4.6 for Interval Timer. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Repeat Timer has 7.4K ratings behind it against 25, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 64% of Repeat Timer's written reviews are positive against 86% of Interval Timer's.

Repeat Timer ships an update monthly, Interval Timer every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 24, 2026 and September 22, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Repeat Timer | Interval Timer |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.5 (7.4K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/repeat-timer-interval-remind/id481229967/reviews) | **[4.6 (25 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/interval-timer-timewave/id1524345488/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **7.4K** | 25 |
| Positive reviews | 64.3% of reviews | **85.7% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Monthly | **Every 3 weeks** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Freemium |
| Size | 99 MB | 49 MB |
| Requires iOS | **17.0** | 26.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, Apple Watch | **iPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple Watch** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Applorium Ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/1688522804) | [Muhammed Sahil Arayakandy](https://appshunter.io/developer/1524345491) |

## What reviewers say

### Repeat Timer

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/repeat-timer-interval-remind/id481229967)

This app provides a simple and effective way to set up recurring reminders for various tasks and routines. It features customizable timers, optional interval cycles, and background operation with visual and audio notifications.

**Highlights:** Customizable repeating timers, Optional interval timer cycles, Background operation with notifications, Multiple alert sounds, Visual and audio alerts, Precise duration setting

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

**In-app purchases (7)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Repeat Timer Pro | $2.99 | per month |
| Repeat Timer Pro | $3.99 | per month |
| Repeat Timer Pro | $9.99 | per year |
| Repeat Timer Pro | $19.99 | per year |
| RT Pro customers' upgrade | $9.99 | one-time |
| Upgrade to Pro | $19.99 | one-time |
| Upgrade to Pro | $39.99 | one-time |


### Interval Timer

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/interval-timer-timewave/id1524345488)

This versatile timer app allows users to create custom sequences for various activities, from breathwork and workouts to focus sessions and cooking. It offers AI-powered voice guidance, iCloud synchronization across Apple devices, and a minimalist black-and-white interface.

**Highlights:** Customizable timer chains, Breathwork flow builder, Intermittent fasting timers, Workout routine creator, Focus and Pomodoro timers, AI voice guidance, iCloud sync across devices

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

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly Premium | $4.99 | per month |
| Yearly Premium | $24.99 | per year |
| Lifetime Premium | $49.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Repeat Timer free?

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

### Is Interval Timer free?

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

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

Interval Timer is rated higher. Repeat Timer averages 4.5 out of 5 from 7.4K ratings, while Interval Timer averages 4.6 from 25 ratings.

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

Neither Repeat Timer nor Interval Timer shows ads.

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

Repeat Timer ships an update monthly, and Interval Timer every 3 weeks. Most recently, Repeat Timer was updated on September 24, 2026 and Interval Timer on September 22, 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.*