# Interval Timer vs Interval Timer □ HIIT Timer

The clearest difference is ratings volume: Interval Timer □ HIIT Timer at 86K against Interval Timer's 534. Interval Timer □ HIIT Timer also leads on iOS requirement (15.6 vs 17.0). Interval Timer's advantage is review sentiment (77% vs 61%). On price, rating, update cadence and ads there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Interval Timer sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month and Interval Timer □ HIIT Timer sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 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 — 4.7 for Interval Timer against 4.8 for Interval Timer □ HIIT Timer. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Interval Timer □ HIIT Timer has 86K ratings behind it against 534, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 77% of Interval Timer's written reviews are positive against 61% of Interval Timer □ HIIT Timer's.

Interval Timer ships an update every 4 weeks, Interval Timer □ HIIT Timer every 5 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 17, 2026 and September 24, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Interval Timer | Interval Timer □ HIIT Timer |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.7 (534 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/interval-timer-bit-timer/id505848680/reviews) | **[4.8 (86K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/interval-timer-hiit-timer/id1124297113/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 534 | **86K** |
| Positive reviews | **76.8% of reviews** | 60.7% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 4 weeks** | Every 5 weeks |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Freemium |
| Size | 15 MB | 34 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | **15.6** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Peiter Buick](https://appshunter.io/developer/505848683) | [Float Tech, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/483697886) |

## What reviewers say

### Interval Timer

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/interval-timer-bit-timer/id505848680)

This app provides a simple and intuitive interval timer for workouts like HIIT, EMOM, and CrossFit. It features quick setup, guiding tones and colors, and background functionality to keep you focused on your training.

**Highlights:** Instant interval setup, Guiding tones and colors, HealthKit integration, Background functionality, Save and sync favorite timers, Preparation countdown, Pause and resume workouts

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Family Sharing

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Bit Timer Pro | $1.99 | per month |
| Bit Timer Pro | $4.99 | per year |
| Bit Timer Pro | $9.99 | per year |
| Bit Timer Pro Lifetime | $17.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Simple and easy to use
- 👍 Elegant and intuitive design
- ✨ Effective for interval training
- 💯 Works great for the basics

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🔒 Paid app now requires subscription
- 💰 Asking users to pay again after initial purchase
- 🔇 Audio cues too quiet
- ⏱️ Limited to 4 minutes of work time

**Reported bugs**

- Timer continues counting down even after app is closed
- Issues with music volume reduction while app is in use

**Requested features**

- Ability to save and load custom workout routines
- Option to increase work interval duration beyond 4 minutes
- Apple Watch app integration
- More sound effect options


### Interval Timer □ HIIT Timer

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/interval-timer-hiit-timer/id1124297113)

Create custom workout timers with adjustable intervals for exercise and rest.  Track your progress with detailed history and statistics, and repeat past workouts easily.  Enjoy audio cues without interrupting your music.

**Highlights:** Customizable intervals, Workout and rest timers, Voice or beep guides, Background audio support, Workout history and statistics, Repeat previous workouts

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (5)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium Pass | $1.99 | per month |
| Premium Pass | $2.99 | per month |
| Lifetime Pass | $14.99 | one-time |
| Lifetime Pass | $19.99 | one-time |
| Premium Forever Promo | $29.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Simple and easy to use
- 👍 Customizable settings
- 🚀 Intuitive interface
- 🚀 Effective for HIIT workouts
- 👍 Helpful voice prompts

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🔒 Requires subscription after limited free use
- 🐛 Music volume issues with voice prompts
- 🐛 Inconsistent behavior when switching apps
- 🐛 Lack of final workout notification

**Reported bugs**

- Timer not always accurate
- Favorites/saved workouts feature not working
- Inconsistent behavior when pausing/resuming

**Requested features**

- Ability to save and name custom workouts
- More flexibility in exercise/rest time settings
- Option to adjust volume of voice prompts


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Interval Timer free?

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

### Is Interval Timer □ HIIT Timer free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Interval Timer or Interval Timer □ HIIT Timer?

Interval Timer □ HIIT Timer is rated higher. Interval Timer averages 4.7 out of 5 from 534 ratings, while Interval Timer □ HIIT Timer averages 4.8 from 86K ratings.

### Do Interval Timer or Interval Timer □ HIIT Timer have ads?

Neither Interval Timer nor Interval Timer □ HIIT Timer shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Interval Timer or Interval Timer □ HIIT Timer?

Interval Timer ships an update every 4 weeks, and Interval Timer □ HIIT Timer every 5 weeks. Most recently, Interval Timer was updated on September 17, 2026 and Interval Timer □ HIIT Timer on September 24, 2026.

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