# Interval Timer vs Magna ME

The clearest difference is ratings volume: Interval Timer at 534 against Magna ME's 1. Magna ME's advantage is rating (5.0 vs 4.7) and iOS requirement (15.0 vs 17.0). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Interval Timer sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month and Magna ME sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $399.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Magna ME holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Interval Timer has 534 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 4 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 16, 2026 and September 20, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Interval Timer | Magna ME |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.7 (534 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/interval-timer-bit-timer/id505848680/reviews) | **[5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/magna-me/id6445998634/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **534** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | 76.8% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 4 weeks | Every 4 weeks |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 15 MB | 46 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | **15.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [Peiter Buick](https://appshunter.io/developer/505848683) | [Daniel Christensen](https://appshunter.io/developer/1675371011) |

## 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


### Magna ME

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/magna-me/id6445998634)

This platform supports clients of a coaching service focused on physique transformations, athletic performance, and general health. It offers personalized habit training, nutrition, stress management, and custom fitness programs tailored to individual needs and goals. Designed for busy individuals and athletes seeking to optimize their physical condition.

**Highlights:** Personalized coaching, Physique transformation programs, Athletic performance training, Habit training, Nutrition guidance, Stress management, Custom fitness programs

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premier Monthly Coaching | $399.99 | per month |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Interval Timer free?

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

### Is Magna ME free?

Magna ME is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Interval Timer or Magna ME?

Magna ME is rated higher. Interval Timer averages 4.7 out of 5 from 534 ratings, while Magna ME averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.

### Do Interval Timer or Magna ME have ads?

Neither Interval Timer nor Magna ME shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Interval Timer or Magna ME?

Interval Timer ships an update every 4 weeks, and Magna ME every 4 weeks. Most recently, Interval Timer was updated on October 16, 2026 and Magna ME on September 20, 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.*