Comparison

TempoReps vs Ntrvl

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

Head to head
About

TempoReps

This app provides a versatile workout timer with multiple modes for strength training, HIIT, and circuits. It offers precise tempo control, custom intervals, and companion features like an Apple Watch app and Live Activities. Designed for gym use with a clear display and background operation.

Highlights
  • Multiple workout modes (Tempo, EMOM, HIIT, AMRAP, etc.)
  • Precise tempo control for strength training
  • Customizable intervals and round summaries
  • Apple Watch app and Live Activities support
  • Clear, readable display for gym environments
  • Background timer operation
  • Private by design, no account required
Features
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Run intervals, rep tempos and circuits with timing you can read while training. Choose a mode, configure your session and keep the next phase in sight. Tempo separates each part of a repetition; MIX connects the stages of a circuit. Use Apple Watch for wrist-based timing. Nine modes are free. Pro supports up to 20 saved configurations and unlimited MIX blocks, as described in the app. TEMPO, EMOM, TABATA, AMRAP, For Time, MIX, Rest, Stopwatch and Mirror cover strength work, intervals and recovery. The timers and Apple Watch app remain free, with no account, ads or session limit. The free tier keeps two saved configurations and two-block MIX circuits. Previously acquired access remains available. Pro offers an annual subscription, a monthly subscription or a one-time Lifetime purchase. Prices in your currency appear in the In-App Purchases section of this page and on the Pro screen in the app. Subscriptions renew automatically unless cancelled at least 24 hours before the period ends; manage them in your Apple Account settings. Your workouts stay on your device. TempoReps does not use third-party analytics SDKs. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://bnjdpn.github.io/TempoReps/en-US/privacy.html

About

Ntrvl

This interval timer app helps you set up and manage various workout routines like HIIT and Tabata. It provides haptic, audio, and visual cues to keep you focused. Track your workouts on Apple Watch and sync data with Apple Health.

Highlights
  • Customizable intervals
  • Built-in workout presets
  • Save custom workouts
  • Apple Watch companion app
  • Apple Health integration
  • Haptic, audio, and visual cues
  • Background audio support
Features
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Ntrvl is an interval timer for iPhone and Apple Watch. Set up your workout in seconds and go. Haptic feedback, audio cues, and color changes keep you locked in without needing to look at your phone. Whether it's HIIT, circuit training, Tabata, or a simple work/rest routine, Ntrvl handles the timing so you can handle the work. Every workout can be tracked on Apple Watch and automatically saved to Apple Health, including active calories, heart rate, and workout duration. Start fast with built-in presets for Tabata, HIIT, EMOM, and Nordic 4x4 or build your own from scratch. Save up to 10 custom workouts and reorder them however you like so your go-to sessions are always one tap away. - Customizable work and rest intervals - Built-in presets: Tabata, Nordic 4x4, HIIT, EMOM - Save up to 10 custom workouts - Apple Watch companion with full workout controls - Workout tracking with automatic Apple Health sync - Drag-to-set time controls - Haptic, audio, and visual interval cues - Background audio support (keep your music playing) - Clean, glanceable interface

Screenshots

TempoReps4 screens
Ntrvl3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Ntrvl at 5.0 against TempoReps's 4.0. Ntrvl also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 6). TempoReps's advantage is iOS requirement (18.0 vs 26.2). On price, ratings volume, 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. TempoReps sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Ntrvl asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Ntrvl holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.0. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 4 and 2 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
TempoReps versus Ntrvl: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterTempoRepsNtrvl
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.0 (4 ratings)5.0 (2 ratings) — better
Positive reviews66.7% of reviews—
Number of ratings4 — better2
Update frequencyEvery 4 days—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationPaidFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Apple Watch — betteriPhone, Apple Watch
Requires iOS18.0 — better26.2
Further details — not scored
Size12 MB11 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperBenjamin DupinBRETT GOWERS RODGERS

Customer experience

TempoReps

All ratings4 ratings
Positive75.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative25.0%
Written reviews3 reviews
Positive66.7%
Neutral0.0%
Negative33.3%

Ntrvl

All ratings2 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

6 purchases

TempoReps

Subscriptions2
  • TempoReps Pro Monthly$2.991 Month
  • TempoReps Pro Annual$19.991 Year
One-time4
  • Coffee$0.99
  • Thanks$2.99
  • TempoReps Pro$3.99
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  • Support development$4.99
None

Ntrvl

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is TempoReps free?
TempoReps is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Ntrvl free?
Ntrvl is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, TempoReps or Ntrvl?
Ntrvl is rated higher. TempoReps averages 4.0 out of 5 from 4 ratings, while Ntrvl averages 5.0 from 2 ratings.
Do TempoReps or Ntrvl have ads?
Neither TempoReps nor Ntrvl shows ads.

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