Comparison

Unhook vs 4x4 Timer Interval Training

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

Head to head
About

Unhook

This app offers a science-based system to help users break free from porn addiction. It combines neuroscience, habit psychology, and community support with tools like an AI coach, content blocker, and habit-building exercises.

Highlights
  • Science-based recovery system
  • AI-powered coaching
  • Content blocking
  • Habit building exercises
  • Community support
  • Progress tracking and gamification
  • Privacy-focused design
Features
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Build healthier digital habits with Unhook. Set goals, manage unwanted distractions, and track your progress with practical tools for everyday use. TRACK YOUR PROGRESS Use a streak tracker and progress calendar to follow your goals. Check in with your mood, record urges, and keep track of daily habits. MANAGE DISTRACTIONS Choose apps and websites to restrict using Apple's Screen Time features. Use guided breathing and an interactive urge-management exercise when you need a pause. BUILD A DAILY ROUTINE Explore lessons, focus games, daily pledges, and habit tracking. Write in your journal or record a voice memo to reflect on your day. PERSONAL GUIDANCE Chat with Lumina, an AI companion that offers suggestions based on your goals and progress. AI responses may be inaccurate and are not a substitute for professional care. COMMUNITY AND ACCOUNTABILITY Join teams, participate in moderated discussions, and connect with others working toward healthier habits. OPTIONAL FAITH FEATURES Choose optional scripture and reflection features to support your personal routine. ON YOUR IPHONE AND APPLE WATCH Access progress widgets, configurable reminders, and companion Watch features. SUBSCRIPTION Unhook is free to download. A subscription is required to access the full feature set after onboarding. Subscriptions renew automatically unless canceled and can be managed in iOS Settings. Privacy Policy: https://getunhook.com/privacy-policy Terms & Conditions: https://getunhook.com/terms-conditions EULA: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

4x4 Timer Interval Training

This app provides a simple, distraction-free interval timer for the Norwegian 4x4 training protocol. It guides users through 4 minutes of intense effort followed by 4 minutes of rest, repeated four times, to improve cardiovascular fitness and VO₂ max. The minimal interface ensures focus on the workout.

Highlights
  • Simple 4x4 interval timer
  • Clear ON/OFF phase guidance
  • Optional sound cues
  • Large, easy-to-read timer
  • Session progress tracking
  • Minimal interface
Features
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4x4 Timer Norwegian Intervals is a simple, distraction-free interval timer designed for the Norwegian 4x4 training protocol, a well-known aerobic workout used to improve cardiovascular fitness and VO₂ max. The method is straightforward: 4 minutes ON. 4 minutes OFF. Repeat x4. This app guides you through the full session with clear visual timers and optional sound cues so you can focus on the workout, not the clock. Why Norwegian 4x4? The Norwegian 4x4 protocol has been widely studied in exercise physiology research as an effective way to train aerobic capacity and endurance. In recent discussions about longevity and brain health, Louisa Nicola highlighted this interval method as a powerful cardiovascular training approach used in performance and health optimization. This app simply helps you run the protocol consistently. Features • Simple 4x4 interval timer • Clear ON / OFF phase guidance • Optional sound cues for interval changes • Large easy-to-read timer for workouts • Session progress tracking and streaks • Minimal interface designed for training No accounts. No complicated setup. Just start when you're ready. How it works Tap Start Push hard for 4 minutes Take 4 minutes full rest Repeat for 4 rounds Total session time: about 32 minutes. Ideal for • VO₂ max interval training • Running intervals • Cycling workouts • Treadmill training • Stepper or rowing workouts • HIIT cardio sessions Research context The Norwegian 4x4 method has been studied in exercise science for its ability to stimulate high aerobic workload during short intervals. The app references this training approach discussed by neuroscientist and performance expert Louisa Nicola in conversations around cardiovascular fitness and long-term health. This app does not provide medical advice and is intended only as a simple training timer.

Screenshots

Unhook4 screens
4x4 Timer Interval Training4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Unhook at 100% against 4x4 Timer Interval Training's 0%. Unhook also leads on rating (4.5 vs 2.0) and ratings volume (19 vs 1). 4x4 Timer Interval Training's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 5) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 18). On price, ads and device support 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

Both are free to download. Unhook sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days. 4x4 Timer Interval Training asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Unhook holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 2.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Unhook has 19 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 100% of Unhook's written reviews are positive against 0% of 4x4 Timer Interval Training's.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
Unhook versus 4x4 Timer Interval Training: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterUnhook4x4 Timer Interval Training
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.5 (19 ratings) — better2.0 (1 ratings)
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews — better0.0% of reviews
Number of ratings19 — better1
Update frequencyEvery 6 months—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFreemiumFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Apple WatchiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS1813.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size96 MB12 MB
Age rating12+4+
DeveloperAlireza KianKesem Solutions Pty Ltd

Customer experience

Unhook

All ratings19 ratings
Positive89.5%
Neutral0.0%
Negative10.5%
Written reviews2 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

4x4 Timer Interval Training

All ratings1 ratings
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%

In-app purchases

5 purchases

Unhook

Subscriptions5
  • Weekly Premium$4.997 Days
  • Monthly Premium$12.991 Month
  • Quarterly Premium$29.993 Months
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  • Yearly Discounted Premium$39.991 Year
  • Yearly Premium7 Days trial$59.991 Year
None

4x4 Timer Interval Training

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Unhook free?
Unhook is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is 4x4 Timer Interval Training free?
4x4 Timer Interval Training is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Unhook or 4x4 Timer Interval Training?
Unhook is rated higher. Unhook averages 4.5 out of 5 from 19 ratings, while 4x4 Timer Interval Training averages 2.0 from 1 ratings.
Do Unhook or 4x4 Timer Interval Training have ads?
Neither Unhook nor 4x4 Timer Interval Training shows ads.

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