Comparison

Simple Timer and Countdown vs IntervalLog

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

Head to head
About

Simple Timer and Countdown

Features
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Simple Timer and Countdown helps you prepare for events by creating chains of countdown timers that are anchored to a single event time. Change the event once, all your timers update automatically. Set an event like "Flight at 17:00", then add offset timers: â€ĸ "Pack bags" at -6 hours → triggers at 11:00 â€ĸ "Leave house" at -4 hours → triggers at 13:00 â€ĸ "Arrive at airport" at -2 hours → triggers at 15:00 Flight delayed to 18:00? Update once and every timer shifts automatically. Features: â€ĸ Offset timers: Set timers relative to any event (before or after) â€ĸ Auto-adjust: Change the event time and all timers recalculate instantly â€ĸ Templates: Save and reuse timer chains for recurring events â€ĸ Notifications: Get alerted at each step so nothing is forgotten â€ĸ Widgets: See your next timer right on your Home Screen or Lock Screen â€ĸ Calendar import: Pull events from your calendar and add timers to them â€ĸ File sharing: Export and share timer chains with others Pro Unlock unlimited events, unlimited timers, calendar import, iCloud sharing, all widget sizes, and more with a one-time purchase. Perfect for flights, game days, presentations, workouts, meal prep, or any event where timing matters.

About

IntervalLog

Features
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One timer for every interval. IntervalLog is a chain interval timer for workouts, focus sessions, cooking, study, and any routine made of timed steps. Create phases once, then run the whole sequence with automatic progress, clear countdowns, haptics, and reliable notifications. Use built-in templates for Tabata, EMOM, HIIT, Pomodoro, and cooking timers, or build your own routines with custom phase names, durations, and repeat counts. Pin favorites for quick access and review your activity history when you want to see your rhythm over time. IntervalLog Pro is optional and unlocks an ad-free experience, unlimited custom routines, premium themes, and detailed statistics. EULA: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://bynet.co.jp/privacy Support: tacarz@gmail.com

Screenshots

Simple Timer and Countdown3 screens
IntervalLog4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: Simple Timer and Countdown at none against IntervalLog's shown. Simple Timer and Countdown also leads on device support (3 vs 1) and iOS requirement (17.0 vs 26.0). IntervalLog's advantage is update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 7 months). On price and in-app purchases 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. Simple Timer and Countdown sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and IntervalLog sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Simple Timer and Countdown ships an update every 7 months, IntervalLog every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 27, 2026 and September 10, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences ¡ 2 level
Simple Timer and Countdown versus IntervalLog: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSimple Timer and CountdownIntervalLog
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 7 monthsEvery 3 weeks — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Apple Watch — betteriPhone
Requires iOS17.0 — better26.0
Further details — not scored
Size4 MB7 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperYannick VerhoevenBYNET

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Simple Timer and Countdown

One-time1
  • SimpleTimer Pro$4.99
2 purchases

IntervalLog

Subscriptions2
  • Pro Monthly$2.991 Month
  • Pro Yearly$24.991 Year

Questions

Is Simple Timer and Countdown free?
Simple Timer and Countdown is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is IntervalLog free?
IntervalLog is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Simple Timer and Countdown or IntervalLog have ads?
IntervalLog shows ads; Simple Timer and Countdown does not.
Which is updated more often, Simple Timer and Countdown or IntervalLog?
Simple Timer and Countdown ships an update every 7 months, and IntervalLog every 3 weeks. Most recently, Simple Timer and Countdown was updated on September 27, 2026 and IntervalLog on September 10, 2026.

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