Comparison

PULSE Fitness Timer vs Ntrval Timer

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

Head to head
About

PULSE Fitness Timer

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PULSE is your all-in-one workout timer built for focus, consistency, and performance. Whether you’re running intervals, crushing a HIIT session, timing strength sets, or tracking laps, PULSE gives you fast, flexible tools that stay out of your way and keep you moving. Create custom timers in seconds, switch between stopwatch and interval modes, and save your favorite routines so they’re always ready when you are. With a clean, distraction-free design and precise timing, PULSE helps you train smarter and stay locked in. Perfect for: β€’ HIIT & Tabata β€’ Strength training & bodybuilding β€’ Cross-training & circuits β€’ Cardio & endurance workouts Key Features: β€’ Interval timers (work/rest, rounds, custom phases) β€’ Save multiple stopwatches by activity with laps, history, and progress tracking β€’ Custom workout presets β€’ Simple, modern interface β€’ Built for speed and ease of use PULSE is designed for athletes, fitness enthusiasts, and anyone who values structure and momentum in their training. Start your next session with PULSE β€” and let every second count.

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Ntrval Timer

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Ntrval is an interval timer built for how people actually train β€” fast to set up, clear to read across the room, and flexible enough for everything from a quick Tabata to a full coached session. Design a timer in seconds: set your work and rest intervals, rounds, colors, and sound cues, then hit start. Or build a complete workout from your own exercises and let Ntrval generate the timing for you. CUSTOM INTERVAL TIMERS β€’ Work and rest intervals, rounds, and structure your way β€’ Per-interval names, colors, and sound cues β€’ A big, glanceable display you can read mid-set β€’ Countdown beeps, transition cues, and vibration WORKOUT BUILDER β€’ Build sessions from stations and exercises β€’ Warm-ups and finishers β€’ Timing generated automatically from your workout β€’ Save workouts as reusable templates EXERCISE LIBRARY β€’ Keep your movements, equipment, and notes in one place β€’ Attach video links for form reference PLAN YOUR WEEK β€’ Schedule timers and workouts on a calendar β€’ Keep your training organized from anywhere RUN IT ON THE BIG SCREEN β€’ A clean, full-screen TV display mode β€” AirPlay or screen-mirror to a TV for gyms, studios, and group classes ALSO INCLUDED β€’ Stopwatch and alarms β€’ Works offline β€” your timer runs even without a connection β€’ No ads. No tracking. Whether you train at home, coach clients, or program classes for a studio, Ntrval keeps the timer out of your way so you can focus on the work. β€” PLANS Ntrval is free for core interval timers, stopwatch, and alarms. Optional annual subscriptions unlock more: β€’ Basic β€” $19.99/year: the training calendar β€’ Pro β€” $39.99/year: the workout builder, exercise library, templates, and sharing β€’ Business β€” $79.99/year: everything in Pro, plus the commercial Display Board for gym TVs Subscriptions are auto-renewable. Payment is charged to your Apple Account at confirmation of purchase. Your subscription renews automatically unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current period, and your account is charged for renewal within 24 hours prior to the end of the period. You can manage or cancel in your Apple Account settings after purchase. Terms of Service: https://www.ntrvaltimer.com/terms Privacy Policy: https://www.ntrvaltimer.com/privacy

Screenshots

PULSE Fitness Timer3 screens
Ntrval Timer4 screens

Verdict

The call

PULSE Fitness Timer and Ntrval Timer are too close to call on the numbers: across 5 compared parameters β€” price, ads, in-app purchases and device support among them β€” neither pulls far enough ahead to decide it. What separates them is feature set and interface, not measurable difference.

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

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

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ScorecardNo meaningful differences
PULSE Fitness Timer versus Ntrval Timer: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPULSE Fitness TimerNtrval Timer
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyβ€”Every 4 days
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Apple Watch β€” betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS17.016.4 β€” better
Further details β€” not scored
Size28 MB20 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperAbrenyx Technologies IncBlake Garcia

In-app purchases

None

PULSE Fitness Timer

No in-app purchases

None

Ntrval Timer

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is PULSE Fitness Timer free?
PULSE Fitness Timer is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Ntrval Timer free?
Ntrval Timer is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do PULSE Fitness Timer or Ntrval Timer have ads?
Neither PULSE Fitness Timer nor Ntrval Timer shows ads.

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