# Repeat Timer vs Periodic Timer

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Periodic Timer at none against Repeat Timer's 7. Repeat Timer's advantage is rating (4.5 vs 4.1) and ratings volume (7.4K vs 167). On price, update cadence, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Repeat Timer sells 7 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Periodic Timer asks for nothing beyond the download.

Repeat Timer holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 4.1. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Repeat Timer has 7.4K ratings behind it against 167, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 64% of Repeat Timer's written reviews are positive against 52% of Periodic Timer's.

Repeat Timer ships an update monthly, Periodic Timer every 2 months. Both last shipped on September 24, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Repeat Timer | Periodic Timer |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.5 (7.4K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/repeat-timer-interval-remind/id481229967/reviews)** | [4.1 (167 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/periodic-timer/id933241656/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **7.4K** | 167 |
| Positive reviews | **64.3% of reviews** | 52.1% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Monthly** | Every 2 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Size | 99 MB | 23 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | 17.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, Apple Watch | **iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Applorium Ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/1688522804) | [Vladimir Kelin](https://appshunter.io/developer/933241655) |

## 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 |


### Periodic Timer

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/periodic-timer/id933241656)

This app provides a simple, repeating interval timer that can run in the background without distracting you. It offers customizable alerts, quick start options, and prevents your screen from locking while active. Ideal for various activities like fitness, cooking, and learning.

**Highlights:** Repeating interval timer, Background operation, Customizable alerts (vibration/sound), Prevent lockscreen, Shake to start, Multiple timer output modes

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

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Simple and intuitive interface
- ⏱️ Effective repeating/interval timer functionality
- 🎯 Does exactly what it's designed to do
- 🔇 Vibration-only option available
- 📱 Works in background with screen off

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🔊 Sound/notification issues (unreliable or missing)
- 💰 Aggressive premium upselling in free version
- 🐛 Timer cancels when phone is shaken
- 🔋 Activates heart rate sensor, drains battery
- 📵 Doesn't work reliably with screen locked

**Reported bugs**

- Sound/notifications fail to trigger despite settings enabled
- Timer cancels when phone is shaken or moved
- Vibration doesn't work when screen is locked or off
- App crashes on launch (especially after updates)
- Watch app crashes or doesn't function

**Requested features**

- Adjustable sound volume and custom alert sounds
- Customizable vibration patterns
- Settings menu for user preferences
- Ability to add notes/labels to timers
- Seconds-only timer option


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Repeat Timer free?

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

### Is Periodic Timer free?

Periodic Timer is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

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

Repeat Timer is rated higher. Repeat Timer averages 4.5 out of 5 from 7.4K ratings, while Periodic Timer averages 4.1 from 167 ratings.

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

Neither Repeat Timer nor Periodic Timer shows ads.

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

Repeat Timer ships an update monthly, and Periodic Timer every 2 months. Most recently, Repeat Timer was updated on September 24, 2026 and Periodic Timer on September 24, 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.*