Comparison

Intervalist vs Sigma Mode

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

Head to head
About

Intervalist

Features
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Intervalist Workout Timer & Routine Builder A precision interval timer designed for total customization. Build, sequence, and track your workouts without the friction of rigid presets. Core Features Dynamic Timer & Timeline: Switch between a high-visibility countdown and a full-session timeline to see current and upcoming activities. Flexible Interval Builder: Create custom work-to-rest ratios. Set specific durations for sets, recovery, and transition periods. Exercise Library: Use built-in movements or create and import your own custom exercises to build a personalized database. Workout Architect: Assemble saved exercises and intervals into complete, repeatable routines with drag-and-drop sequencing. Personalized Controls Audio Cues: Optional voice announcements for starts, stops, and upcoming exercises. Display Modes: Toggle between Light and Dark themes for high visibility in any environment. Session Continuity: Enable "Stay Awake" to prevent the screen from locking mid-workout. Progress Tracking: Real-time visual feedback on overall workout completion and remaining time.

About

Sigma Mode

Transform daily habits into a ranked progression system. Earn points to climb through levels and track key life stats like Strength, Focus, and Discipline. Share your progress and reputation with others.

Highlights
  • Gamified rank system with 20+ levels
  • Five trackable stat categories
  • Daily streak tracking
  • Weekly progress charts
  • Shareable profile card
  • Dark UI theme
Features
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Transform your daily habits into a ranked progression system. Complete habits, earn Aura Points, and climb from Wood to Diamond. Track Strength, Focus, Discipline, Knowledge, and Energy stats. YOUR RANK IS YOUR REPUTATION Start at Wood I. Every habit you complete earns Aura Points. Stack enough points and you rank up — through Bronze, Silver, Gold, and beyond. Your Aura Check card shows the world how disciplined you really are. FIVE STAT CATEGORIES Every habit feeds into one of five stats: · Strength — Gym, running, push-ups · Focus — Meditation, deep work, reading · Discipline — Cold showers, no doomscrolling, wake up early · Knowledge — Reading, studying, learning · Energy — Hydration, sleep, nutrition FEATURES (subscription required to access all features) · Gamified rank system with 20+ levels · Five trackable stat categories · Daily streak tracking · Weekly progress charts · Shareable Aura Check profile card · Beautiful dark UI HOW IT WORKS Choose your daily habits Complete them each day to earn Aura Points Watch your stats grow and your rank climb Share your Aura Check card with friends SUBSCRIPTION DETAILS All features require an active subscription. A 7-day free trial is included. After the trial, choose from: · Monthly: $4.99/month · Yearly: $29.99/year · Lifetime: $49.99 one-time purchase Payment will be charged to your Apple ID account at confirmation of purchase. Subscription automatically renews 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 your subscriptions by going to your account settings on the App Store after purchase. Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

Intervalist4 screens
Sigma Mode4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Intervalist at none against Sigma Mode's 3. Intervalist also leads on iOS requirement (15.1 vs 17.6). Sigma Mode's advantage is update cadence (every 2 days vs every 6 weeks). 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. Sigma Mode sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. Intervalist asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Intervalist ships an update every 6 weeks, Sigma Mode every 2 days. The most recent releases landed on October 10, 2026 and October 19, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 6 level
Intervalist versus Sigma Mode: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterIntervalistSigma Mode
PriceFreeFree
Rating—5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Number of ratings—1 — better
Update frequencyEvery 6 weeksEvery 2 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
Monetization—Subscription
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.1 — better17.6
Further details — not scored
Size44 MB32 MB
Age rating9+4+
DeveloperKarlis PaegleRanjit Singh

In-app purchases

None

Intervalist

No in-app purchases

3 purchases

Sigma Mode

Subscriptions3
  • SIgma Pro Monthly$4.991 Month
  • 50% OFF Sigma Pro7 Days trial$19.991 Year
  • Aura Pro Yearly7 Days trial$39.991 Year

Questions

Is Intervalist free?
Intervalist is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Sigma Mode free?
Sigma Mode is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Intervalist or Sigma Mode have ads?
Neither Intervalist nor Sigma Mode shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Intervalist or Sigma Mode?
Intervalist ships an update every 6 weeks, and Sigma Mode every 2 days. Most recently, Intervalist was updated on October 10, 2026 and Sigma Mode on October 19, 2026.

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