# Simple Repeat Timer vs Interval Timer

The clearest difference is rating: Interval Timer at 4.8 against Simple Repeat Timer's 3.7. Interval Timer also leads on update cadence (fortnightly vs every 9 months) and review sentiment (73% vs 54%). Simple Repeat Timer's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and iOS requirement (10.3 vs 15.0). On price, in-app purchases, monetization model and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Simple Repeat Timer sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Interval Timer sells 8 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Interval Timer holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 3.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Interval Timer has 296 ratings behind it against 13, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 54% of Simple Repeat Timer's written reviews are positive against 73% of Interval Timer's.

Simple Repeat Timer ships an update every 9 months, Interval Timer fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on October 16, 2026 and October 12, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Simple Repeat Timer | Interval Timer |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.7 (13 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/simple-repeat-timer/id555240141/reviews) | **[4.8 (296 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/interval-timer-purehiit/id1198752738/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 13 | **296** |
| Positive reviews | 53.8% of reviews | **73.3% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 9 months | **Fortnightly** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 25 MB | 45 MB |
| Requires iOS | **10.3** | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Alberto Hung](https://appshunter.io/developer/325350793) | [Miklos Pavel](https://appshunter.io/developer/979923367) |

## What reviewers say

### 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 |


### Interval Timer

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/interval-timer-purehiit/id1198752738)

This app provides a simple and customizable timer for interval training like HIIT, Tabata, and EMOM. It offers audio cues, background operation, and integrates with Apple Watch for health tracking. Pre-built routines and workout reminders help users stay consistent with their fitness goals.

**Highlights:** Customizable interval timer, Audio alerts for rounds, Background operation, Apple Watch integration, Workout reminders, Pre-built routines

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

**In-app purchases (8)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly | $3.99 | per month |
| Yearly | $19.99 | per year |
| Premium features | Free | one-time |
| Remove Ads | $1.99 | one-time |
| Custom sounds | $1.99 | one-time |
| Premium features | $4.99 | one-time |
| Premium features | $9.99 | one-time |
| Premium features | $14.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Simple Repeat Timer free?

Simple 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, Simple Repeat Timer or Interval Timer?

Interval Timer is rated higher. Simple Repeat Timer averages 3.7 out of 5 from 13 ratings, while Interval Timer averages 4.8 from 296 ratings.

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

Interval Timer shows ads; Simple Repeat Timer does not.

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

Simple Repeat Timer ships an update every 9 months, and Interval Timer fortnightly. Most recently, Simple Repeat Timer was updated on October 16, 2026 and Interval Timer on October 12, 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.*