# Simple Repeat Timer vs Intervals

The clearest difference is rating: Intervals at 5.0 against Simple Repeat Timer's 3.7. Intervals also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 1) and update cadence (every 2 months vs every 9 months). Simple Repeat Timer's advantage is ratings volume (13 vs 2) and iOS requirement (10.3 vs 17.0). On price, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Simple Repeat Timer sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Intervals asks for nothing beyond the download.

Intervals holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 3.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Simple Repeat Timer has 13 ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two.

Simple Repeat Timer ships an update every 9 months, Intervals every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 16, 2026 and September 23, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Simple Repeat Timer | Intervals |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.7 (13 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/simple-repeat-timer/id555240141/reviews) | **[5.0 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/intervals-fitness-timer/id1659047701/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **13** | 2 |
| Positive reviews | 53.8% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 9 months | **Every 2 months** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Size | 25 MB | 4 MB |
| Requires iOS | **10.3** | 17.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Alberto Hung](https://appshunter.io/developer/325350793) | [Matthew Waler](https://appshunter.io/developer/1659047703) |

## 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 |


### Intervals

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/intervals-fitness-timer/id1659047701)

Create custom workout timers with adjustable durations, repeat counts, and rest periods. The app remembers your settings for quick access to your favorite routines.

**Highlights:** Customizable timer duration, Adjustable repeat counts, Configurable rest times, Saves previous settings, Simple, no-fuss interface

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Simple Repeat Timer free?

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

### Is Intervals free?

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

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

Intervals is rated higher. Simple Repeat Timer averages 3.7 out of 5 from 13 ratings, while Intervals averages 5.0 from 2 ratings.

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

Neither Simple Repeat Timer nor Intervals shows ads.

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

Simple Repeat Timer ships an update every 9 months, and Intervals every 2 months. Most recently, Simple Repeat Timer was updated on October 16, 2026 and Intervals on September 23, 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.*