Comparison

OnTrack Run Interval Timer vs IntervalForge

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

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About

OnTrack Run Interval Timer

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Run your track intervals by ear. OnTrack is an audio-first interval timer for track runners. Set your reps, rests, and target pace โ€” then put your phone away. OnTrack beeps you through every rep, every recovery, and every checkpoint, so your eyes stay on the track instead of your screen. No subscription. No ads. No account. Premium is a single one-time purchase. HEAR EVERY REP โ€ข Countdown beeps before every phase change, and a clear cue when it switches โ€ข Distance checkpoint cues inside each rep โ€” every 100m, 200m, or 400m, timed from your target pace โ€ข Works alongside your music BUILT FOR THE TRACK โ€ข Warm-up, main set, and cool-down in a single preset โ€ข Repeat blocks for sessions like 8ร—1000m with 400m recovery โ€ข Set each phase by time, pace, or distance โ€ข Pace checkpoint table: see your split at every 100m before you start New to OnTrack? Your first launch includes four ready-made sub-3 marathon workouts โ€” Yasso 800s, 1K repeats, 2K repeats and a tempo run. Edit the paces to match your level. GLANCEABLE WHEN YOU DO LOOK โ€ข A full-screen color for every phase โ€” warm-up, interval, rest, cool-down โ€ข A huge timer with high-contrast text that stays readable in bright sunlight โ€ข Hold-to-pause and hold-to-stop, so a bump in your pocket never ends your session PRIVATE BY DESIGN โ€ข No GPS, no sign-up, no account โ€ข Your presets and workout summaries are stored on your device โ€ข No ads and no analytics tracking your training FREE AND PREMIUM Free: build and run complete workouts with every block type while the app is open. Premium (one-time purchase): keep the workout running โ€” with every audio cue โ€” when the screen is off or the app is in the background. PERFECT FOR โ€ข Track repeats like 8ร—400m, 6ร—800m, or 5ร—1000m โ€ข Tempo and goal-pace sessions โ€ข Runners who want a dedicated, distraction-free audio pacer alongside their watch GET STARTED 1. Start from a ready-made workout or create your own preset: warm-up, main set, cool-down 2. Check your pace checkpoints 3. Hit start, pocket your phone, and run by ear

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IntervalForge

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Giant 72pt digits you can read from across the gym. Live countdown on your Lock Screen and Dynamic Island. Pay once, keep it forever โ€” no subscription. Built for HIIT, Tabata, circuits and strength training. The whole screen turns red for work and green for rest, so one glance tells you what to do next. READY IN ONE TAP Three presets are included: Tabata (20s/10s ร— 8), HIIT 30/15 and a 3-exercise Circuit. Pick one and go. QUICK REST TIMER FOR LIFTING โ€” NEW Between sets, one tap starts a 60, 90, 120 or 180-second rest. No setup needed. SIRI, SHORTCUTS & CONTROL CENTER โ€” NEW Start a workout or a rest timer with Siri, a Shortcut or a Control Center button. The new Home Screen widget quick-starts your favorite workouts or a rest timer. LOCK SCREEN & DYNAMIC ISLAND Live Activity shows the running countdown without opening the app โ€” free for everyone. KEEPS RUNNING IN THE BACKGROUND Lock your phone or switch apps: the timer keeps going and notifications mark every interval change. Your music is lowered, not stopped. BUILD YOUR OWN WORKOUT Set work and rest times, sets, rest between sets and an exercise name for each interval. Total time remaining is always on screen. Workout history and a weekly summary keep you consistent. PRO โ€” ONE-TIME PURCHASE No monthly fees, ever. Pro is a single purchase that unlocks: - Unlimited custom workouts - Editable presets - Voice guidance: hear each exercise, set and a 10-second warning without looking at your phone (NEW) The free version includes all 3 presets and 1 custom workout. FEATURES - No subscription โ€” buy Pro once - 72pt full-screen display, color-coded work/rest - Live Activity on Lock Screen & Dynamic Island (free) - Quick rest timer: 60/90/120/180s (free) - Siri, Shortcuts & Control Center (free) - Home Screen widget: quick-start favorites or a rest timer (free) - Reliable background timer with notifications - Plays nicely with your music - 3-second countdown and haptics - Exercise names per interval - Workout history & weekly summary - Screen stays awake during workouts Questions or ideas? Leave a review or contact us from the support page.

Screenshots

OnTrack Run Interval Timer4 screens
IntervalForge4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is iOS requirement: OnTrack Run Interval Timer at 16.2 against IntervalForge's 26.0. On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

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

CostPrice ยท In-app purchases ยท Ads ยท Monetization

Both are free to download. OnTrack Run Interval Timer sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and IntervalForge sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

OnTrack Run Interval Timer ships an update fortnightly, IntervalForge every 3 weeks. Both last shipped on October 28, 2026.

Scorecard1 real difference ยท 5 level
OnTrack Run Interval Timer versus IntervalForge: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterOnTrack Run Interval TimerIntervalForge
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyFortnightly โ€” betterEvery 3 weeks
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
DevicesiPhoneiPhone
Requires iOS16.2 โ€” better26.0
Further details โ€” not scored
Size2 MB2 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperJekal IkShuto Nishiyama

In-app purchases

1 purchases

OnTrack Run Interval Timer

One-time1
  • Premium - Background Mode$0.99
1 purchases

IntervalForge

One-time1
  • IntervalForge Pro$2.99

Questions

Is OnTrack Run Interval Timer free?
OnTrack Run Interval Timer is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is IntervalForge free?
IntervalForge is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do OnTrack Run Interval Timer or IntervalForge have ads?
Neither OnTrack Run Interval Timer nor IntervalForge shows ads.
Which is updated more often, OnTrack Run Interval Timer or IntervalForge?
OnTrack Run Interval Timer ships an update fortnightly, and IntervalForge every 3 weeks. Most recently, OnTrack Run Interval Timer was updated on October 28, 2026 and IntervalForge on October 28, 2026.

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