# Interval Timer vs Simple Repeat Timer

The clearest difference is rating: Interval Timer at 4.7 against Simple Repeat Timer's 3.7. Interval Timer also leads on update cadence (every 4 weeks vs every 9 months) and review sentiment (77% vs 54%). Simple Repeat Timer's advantage is iOS requirement (10.3 vs 17.0). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Interval Timer sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month and Simple Repeat Timer sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Interval Timer holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 3.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Interval Timer has 534 ratings behind it against 13, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 77% of Interval Timer's written reviews are positive against 54% of Simple Repeat Timer's.

Interval Timer ships an update every 4 weeks, Simple Repeat Timer every 9 months. The most recent releases landed on September 29, 2026 and June 8, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Interval Timer | Simple Repeat Timer |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.7 (534 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/interval-timer-bit-timer/id505848680/reviews)** | [3.7 (13 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/simple-repeat-timer/id555240141/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **534** | 13 |
| Positive reviews | **76.8% of reviews** | 53.8% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 4 weeks** | Every 9 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 15 MB | 25 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | **10.3** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Peiter Buick](https://appshunter.io/developer/505848683) | [Alberto Hung](https://appshunter.io/developer/325350793) |

## 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


### Simple Repeat Timer

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/simple-repeat-timer/id555240141)

This app assists with repetitive, timed activities. It's designed to help users track sets and durations for exercises or other timed tasks, preventing distractions and lost counts.

**Highlights:** Repetitive timed activities, Set and duration tracking, Distraction prevention, Exercise routine support, Customizable timers

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Remove Ads | $0.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Interval Timer free?

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

### Is Simple Repeat Timer free?

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

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

Interval Timer is rated higher. Interval Timer averages 4.7 out of 5 from 534 ratings, while Simple Repeat Timer averages 3.7 from 13 ratings.

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

Neither Interval Timer nor Simple Repeat Timer shows ads.

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

Interval Timer ships an update every 4 weeks, and Simple Repeat Timer every 9 months. Most recently, Interval Timer was updated on September 29, 2026 and Simple Repeat Timer on June 8, 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.*