Comparison

The Timer vs Interval Workout Timer

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

Head to head
About

The Timer

Features
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The Timer is a clear interval timer for combat sports, tabata, and other round-based workouts. Choose a ready-made preset, set up your own intervals, or build a complete workout from individual segments. Then press start and focus on training. QUICK START Start with built-in boxing and MMA workouts, or quickly choose the number of rounds, work time, rest time, preparation, and cooldown. CUSTOM WORKOUTS The advanced builder supports custom segments, repeat groups, and reordering. Save, edit, duplicate, delete, and favorite your presets for easy reuse. CUES YOU CAN FOLLOW Distinct sounds and optional haptics mark phase changes. A last-seconds warning helps you prepare for the next transition. The current phase color fills the display, making your workout easy to read from a distance. TIME THAT STAYS ON TRACK The timer uses real timestamps and catches up to the actual workout state when you return. Your workout can continue in the background and while the phone is locked. Pause, resume, skip the current phase, or end the workout whenever needed. PROGRESS AND PREFERENCES See the remaining time, upcoming phase, and total workout progress. Adjust workout sounds, haptics, keep-awake behavior, and app language to suit your setup. No registration or account required. Your custom workouts and preferences stay on your device.

About

Interval Workout Timer

Features
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Stop fighting your timer. Start building your workout. Block Timer is a premium, modular interval system for those who have outgrown generic fitness apps. Whether you’re an athlete, coach, gym-goer, or home-workout warrior, Block Timer gives you the power to build any routine exactly how you want it. The "Building Block" Advantage Most timers are rigidβ€”ours is flexible. Every exercise and rest period is a "Block" that you can color-code, name, and rearrange with a single swipe. No more "Set/Rest" constraints. Build complex circuits in seconds. Core Features: β€’ Quick Timer: Set and go for simple sessions. β€’ Drag & Drop Builder: The most intuitive routine editor on the App Store. β€’ Smart Voice & Haptics: Audio cues read your exercise names aloud so you can stay focused. β€’ Instant Flexibility: Tap the +15s button mid-workout to extend any block without pausing. β€’ 100% Offline & Private: Your data stays on your device. β€’ Seamless Audio: Play music or podcasts without volume ducking or interruptions. β€’ Pro Stats: Track your total volume, activity days, and workout history. Why Athletes Choose Block Timer: "Finally, a timer that respects my routine. I can build specific mobility flows and high-intensity circuits without fighting a cluttered UI." Subscription Terms: Payment will be charged to your Apple ID account at the confirmation of purchase. The subscription automatically renews unless it is canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. You can manage and cancel your subscriptions by going to your account settings on the App Store after purchase. Privacy Policy: https://persistent-carnation-002.notion.site/Terms-of-Service-32df21bea4988071be83d45234ba8b78?pvs=74 Terms of Service: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

The Timer4 screens
Interval Workout Timer4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: The Timer at none against Interval Workout Timer's 3. Interval Workout Timer's advantage is update cadence (every 3 days vs monthly). On price, ads, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

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

CostPrice Β· In-app purchases Β· Ads Β· Monetization

Both are free to download. Interval Workout Timer sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $2.49 per month. The Timer asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

The Timer ships an update monthly, Interval Workout Timer every 3 days. The most recent releases landed on November 4, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences Β· 4 level
The Timer versus Interval Workout Timer: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterThe TimerInterval Workout Timer
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyMonthlyEvery 3 days β€” better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo β€” betterYes
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod β€” better
Requires iOS16.415.1 β€” better
Further details β€” not scored
Size49 MB50 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperJan VlcekYU HUA CHEOK

In-app purchases

None

The Timer

No in-app purchases

3 purchases

Interval Workout Timer

Subscriptions2
  • Block Timer Pro$2.491 Month
  • Block Timer Pro7 Days trial$11.991 Year
One-time1
  • Lifetime Premium$31.99

Questions

Is The Timer free?
The Timer is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Interval Workout Timer free?
Interval Workout Timer is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do The Timer or Interval Workout Timer have ads?
Neither The Timer nor Interval Workout Timer shows ads.
Which is updated more often, The Timer or Interval Workout Timer?
The Timer ships an update monthly, and Interval Workout Timer every 3 days. Most recently, The Timer was updated on November 4, 2026 and Interval Workout Timer on October 31, 2026.

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