Comparison

Interval Timer vs VibeTimer

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Interval Timer

This app provides versatile timers for various activities, including high-intensity interval training, Pomodoro technique, and meditation. Its intuitive design and customizable modes help users focus on their tasks or workouts without distraction.

Highlights
  • Rotary knob for time setting
  • Four distinct timer modes (Timer, Pomodoro, Interval, Meditation)
  • Customizable work/rest durations for intervals
  • Automatic session tracking for Pomodoro
  • Keyboard shortcuts for play/pause and reset
  • Native notifications and haptic feedback
Features
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Train smarter with Interval Timer -- the interval app built for HIIT, Tabata, boxing rounds, and deep work sessions. Set your time with a satisfying rotary knob, hit play, and focus. Four built-in modes cover every workflow -- from high-intensity circuits to calm meditation. FOUR MODES - Timer: Simple countdown up to 60 minutes. Drag the knob and go. - Pomodoro: Classic 25/5/15 technique with automatic work-break cycling and session tracking. - Interval: HIIT and boxing-style rounds with configurable work/rest durations. Perfect for Tabata, circuit training, and gym workouts. - Meditation: Mindfulness timer with a calm green accent and gentle completion sound. DESIGNED FOR FOCUS - Drag-to-set rotary knob with satisfying tick marks and progress arc - Each mode has its own accent color for instant recognition - Keyboard shortcuts: Space to play/pause, R to reset - Compact window that stays out of your way - Native notifications when your timer completes - Haptic feedback on supported devices Whether you are training at the gym, studying with Pomodoro, running boxing rounds, or winding down with breathwork -- Interval Timer gives you precise control without the clutter. Less setup. More flow. Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

VibeTimer

This app provides a silent, vibrating timer for various uses like meditation, presentations, or baby sleep training. It features subtle haptic feedback and a clear visual countdown, allowing for discreet notifications without audible alarms.

Highlights
  • Haptic vibrating alarm
  • Clear time visualization
  • Background operation
  • Silent notifications
  • Visual countdown bar
Features
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VibeTimer App: The Silent, Subtle Haptic Timer for Meditation, Kids, and More Looking for a silent, vibrating timer that won’t interrupt your focus? VibeTimer is designed to keep you in control. The app notifies you with gentle haptic feedback, allowing you to stay mindful and undistracted. No loud alarms. No disruptions. Just peace of mind. You could even intuitively decide to meditate or stay in flow a little longer. The app is unobtrusive and discreet, so others won’t hear any alarm going off. VibeTimer is a great tool for simple and silent haptic vibrating notifications. Key Features: • Haptic Vibrating Alarm: Receive two subtle vibrations when your timer ends—perfect for meditation, mindfulness, baby sleep training, or presentations where silence is essential. • Clear Time Visualization: The intuitive orange circular bar provides a clear visual countdown. It also shows a clock, so you have all relevant time information at hand. A quick glimpse shows time progress while keeping you focused. Ideal for meditation or teaching kids time management. • Background Mode: Use other apps worry-free. VibeTimer continues running in the background, sending notifications with vibrating alarm to your phone or watch when the timer ends. Perfect For: • Meditation: Stay mindful with subtle notifications, and decide when to extend your session. • Presentations: Keep on schedule without distracting your audience, thanks to the vibrating alarm. • Baby Sleep Training: Set a timer to gently remind yourself when it’s time to check on your baby, helping establish a consistent sleep routine without loud alarms or disruptions. • Parenting: Teach kids time management with an intuitive and fun visual timer. Why Choose VibeTimer? VibeTimer is a simple and user-friendly timer designed for silent and mindful moments. Available for a small one-time fee, your purchase not only supports ongoing updates but also the development of new apps. Download VibeTimer Today and Experience the Subtle Power of a Silent Haptic Timer! Designed for your peace of mind.

Screenshots

Interval Timer4 screens
VibeTimer4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: Interval Timer at Free against VibeTimer's $2.99. Interval Timer also leads on update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 3 months) and device support (3 vs 1). VibeTimer's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 3). On rating, ratings volume, ads and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Interval Timer is free to download; VibeTimer costs $2.99 up front. Interval Timer sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. VibeTimer asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 5.0 for Interval Timer against 5.0 for VibeTimer. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 1 and 1 respectively.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Interval Timer ships an update every 2 weeks, VibeTimer every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on October 6, 2026 and October 5, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
Interval Timer versus VibeTimer: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterInterval TimerVibeTimer
PriceFree — better$2.99
Rating5.0 (1 ratings)5.0 (1 ratings)
Positive reviews—50.0% of reviews
Number of ratings11
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeks — betterEvery 3 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases — betterPaid
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Mac — betteriPhone
Requires iOS17.016.4 — better
Further details — not scored
Size17 MB1 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperEvgeny GoncharovMarieke Elise Thurlings-Tor

Customer experience

Interval Timer

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

VibeTimer

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews4 reviews
Positive50.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative50.0%

In-app purchases

3 purchases

Interval Timer

Subscriptions2
  • Monthly Premium$2.991 Month
  • Annual Premium7 Days trial$14.991 Year
One-time1
  • Phygital Timer Plus$4.99
None

VibeTimer

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Interval Timer free?
Interval Timer is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is VibeTimer free?
VibeTimer costs $2.99, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Interval Timer or VibeTimer?
Interval Timer and VibeTimer are both rated 5.0 out of 5 on the App Store, from 1 and 1 ratings respectively.
Do Interval Timer or VibeTimer have ads?
Neither Interval Timer nor VibeTimer shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Interval Timer or VibeTimer?
Interval Timer ships an update every 2 weeks, and VibeTimer every 3 months. Most recently, Interval Timer was updated on October 6, 2026 and VibeTimer on October 5, 2026.

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