HIIT & Run Interval Timer vs PaceLab
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
HIIT & Run Interval Timer
This app provides a simple and reliable timer for high-intensity interval workouts. It allows users to create custom workout segments, loop routines, and reorder exercises without distractions. It runs in the background and supports dark mode.
- Customizable workout segments
- Workout looping for multiple rounds
- Drag-and-drop segment reordering
- Background operation
- Dark mode support
- No ads or subscriptions
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HIIT & Run Interval Timer – Simple, Reliable, No Clutter HIIT & Run Interval Timer is a straightforward, no-frills app for timing your high-intensity interval workouts. It’s designed to do one thing and do it well—keep your workouts on track without distractions. Features: Create custom segments with names, durations, and alert sounds Loop your workouts for multiple rounds Drag and drop segments to reorder or delete them quickly Runs in the background while you listen to music or podcasts Supports dark mode for low-light workouts No ads, no subscriptions, no locked features Perfect for: HIIT and Tabata workouts Circuit training and EMOM sessions Running, cycling, rowing, or bodyweight intervals HIIT & Run Interval Timer is for anyone who wants a reliable interval timer that just works. Start your workout, focus on your intervals, and leave the rest to the timer.
PaceLab
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PaceLab is your AI-powered running coach. Connect your Garmin watch or Apple Health (Apple Watch, or any device that syncs to the Health app) and get personalized weekly training plans tailored to your fitness level, goals, and schedule. Features: - Personalized weekly training plans with detailed workout structure and pacing - Periodized training cycles that adapt to your progress - Race preparation with goal-specific periodization - Activity analysis with route maps, pace charts, and weather data - Complementary strength training programs for runners - AI coaching feedback on every workout Terms of Use: https://pacelab.ai/terms Privacy Policy: https://pacelab.ai/privacy PaceLab offers auto-renewable subscriptions: • PaceLab Standard (Monthly): $11.99/month, 1 month • PaceLab Standard (Annual): $94.99/year, 12 months • PaceLab Premium (Monthly): $17.99/month, 1 month • PaceLab Premium (Annual): $139.99/year, 12 months Payment will be charged to your Apple ID account at confirmation of purchase. Subscriptions automatically renew unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Your account will be charged for renewal within 24 hours prior to the end of the current period. You can manage and cancel subscriptions in Settings > Apple ID > Subscriptions on your device.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: HIIT & Run Interval Timer at none against PaceLab's 4. HIIT & Run Interval Timer also leads on update cadence (weekly vs every 6 weeks). PaceLab's advantage is iOS requirement (15.0 vs 18.0). 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
Both are free to download. PaceLab sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $11.99 per month. HIIT & Run Interval Timer asks for nothing beyond the download.
HIIT & Run Interval Timer ships an update weekly, PaceLab every 6 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 30, 2026 and November 9, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | HIIT & Run Interval Timer | PaceLab |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 3.0 (2 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 2 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Weekly — better | Every 6 weeks |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | Free | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better |
| Requires iOS | 18.0 | 15.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 2 MB | 2 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | christopher sturm | PaceLab |
In-app purchases
HIIT & Run Interval Timer
No in-app purchases
PaceLab
- PaceLab Standard$11.991 Month
- PaceLab Premium$17.991 Month
- PaceLab Standard (Annual)$94.991 Year
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- PaceLab Premium (Annual)$139.991 Year
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