Comparison

Interval Rush vs Timer | Interval

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

Head to head
About

Interval Rush

Features
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Unlock your fastest running potential with a training app built for progress, precision, and performance. This app combines custom interval programming and detailed performance analytics to help you train with purpose and run stronger, whether you're preparing for your first 5K or chasing a new personal best. Train With Control Build fully customized interval workouts Set time, distance, pace targets, rest, and repeats Choose from proven workout templates for speed, endurance, thresholds, and recovery Personalized Running Guidance Create a training plan based on your goal Workouts matched to your level, pace, and target distance Train with structure and consistency Run Anywhere. Track Everything. Open run mode for free running Live pace, distance, cadence, and heart-rate tracking Audio and haptic guidance to keep you on target Apple Watch Native Start and complete runs from your wrist Train without your phone Sync sessions for detailed review on your phone Analyze. Learn. Improve. Interval breakdowns and detailed pacing Heart-rate zones and training load Splits and performance trends over time Built for Every Runner Whether you are a beginner building endurance, a competitive runner chasing speed, or someone who wants smarter training structure, this app gives you the tools to reach the next level. Train with intention. Run with confidence. Improve with every session.

About

Timer | Interval

Features
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Timer | Interval is a clean, focused interval timer for HIIT, Tabata, EMOM, AMRAP, boxing rounds, HYROX, CrossFit, circuits, and gym training. Start fast with ready-made workout timers or build your own custom work/rest flow. The full-screen timer stays readable while you train, with clear audio cues, voice countdown options, and haptics so you don't have to keep checking the screen. Features: • 17 ready-made timers across HIIT, Tabata, EMOM, AMRAP, sprint, HYROX, CrossFit, boxing, and functional formats • Custom timer builder with work, rest, warm-up, and cool-down intervals • Big animated countdown display for active workouts • Landscape timer view for side-on training setups • Timer sound, voice countdown, and haptic options • Favourites for one-tap access to the timers you repeat • Dark, distraction-free interface designed for iPhone and iPad Optional Pro Upgrade: • Lifetime Pro unlock — one-time purchase, no subscription • Unlimited custom timers • Premium workout timers • Premium themes • Premium sound and haptic controls • Future Pro improvements Built for athletes who want a timer that gets out of the way and keeps them moving.

Screenshots

Interval Rush4 screens
Timer | Interval4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Interval Rush at none against Timer | Interval's 1. Timer | Interval's advantage is ads (none vs shown). On price, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

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

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

Both are free to download. Timer | Interval sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Interval Rush asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard2 real differences Ā· 4 level
Interval Rush versus Timer | Interval: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterInterval RushTimer | Interval
PriceFreeFree
Update frequency—Every 10 days
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
DevicesiPhone, iPod, Apple WatchiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.615.1 — better
Further details — not scored
Size40 MB44 MB
Age rating12+4+
DeveloperMartijn Robert LinstraMICAH JOHN WALKER

In-app purchases

None

Interval Rush

No in-app purchases

1 purchases

Timer | Interval

One-time1
  • Timer | Interval$2.99

Questions

Is Interval Rush free?
Interval Rush is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Timer | Interval free?
Timer | Interval is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Interval Rush or Timer | Interval have ads?
Interval Rush shows ads; Timer | Interval does not.

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