INTVL vs HearTime
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side β with what reviewers say about each.
INTVL
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INTVL is the interval timer built for athletes who demand precision. Whether you're crushing a HIIT session, powering through Tabata rounds, or timing your boxing drills β INTVL keeps you in the zone with clear audio cues, voice coaching, and haptic feedback so you never miss a beat. PRECISION TIMER Frame-perfect countdown with color-coded intervals. Large, high-contrast display visible from across the room. Loud audio cues that cut through gym noise. Haptic vibrations so you can feel every transition. Background mode keeps the timer running even when your phone is locked. DRAG & DROP WORKOUT BUILDER Design custom workout sequences with an intuitive drag & drop interface. Add work, rest, prepare, and cooldown phases. Set rounds, adjust durations, and preview your total workout time β all before you start. Save unlimited presets for your favorite routines. VOICE COACH Built-in voice coaching announces interval changes, countdowns, and motivational cues. Adjustable speech rate and language-aware β speaks in your device language. Train without looking at your screen. WORKOUT LIBRARY Browse preset workouts across HIIT, Tabata, Cardio, Strength, and Yoga categories. Filter by intensity level and duration. Start any workout in seconds, or use presets as templates to customize. QUICK SETUP Not ready for the builder? Use Quick Setup to configure work time, rest time, and rounds in 3 taps. Perfect for simple interval sessions. ANALYTICS & STREAKS Track your workout history with detailed stats. See calories burned, total work time, and rounds completed. Maintain consistency streaks and visualize your weekly training trends. Stay motivated with insights into your progress. DESIGNED FOR FOCUS Pure black OLED-optimized interface designed for zero distraction during intense training. Color-coded phases β green for work, blue for rest, yellow for prepare, orange for cooldown β let you know what's coming at a glance. BUILT FOR EVERY ATHLETE Perfect for HIIT, CrossFit, Tabata, boxing, MMA, circuit training, running intervals, cycling, rowing, yoga flows, stretching routines, and any activity that needs precise timing. INTVL PRO Unlock the full experience with a free trial: β’ Unlimited custom timer presets β’ Full workout library access β’ Advanced analytics and insights β’ Priority support Download INTVL and take control of your training. Your next personal best starts now. INTVL Pro β Yearly Subscription - Full access to all features - Unlimited interval workouts & custom timers - Auto-renews yearly β cancel anytime in iPhone Settings Privacy Policy: https://intvltimer.app/privacy-policy Terms of Use (EULA): https://intvltimer.app/terms-of-use
HearTime
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HearTime is a spoken timer for workouts and everyday routines. Keep your pace without watching the screen during training, stretching, recovery exercises, cooking, or focused tasks. Key features: - Free stopwatch and countdown timers - Reusable timer presets - Multi-step routines with configurable group rests - Nine pre-generated synthetic voices that play offline after installation - Adjustable announcement intervals, beats, speech rate, and enhanced volume - Quick control with Siri and App Shortcuts - Timer status on the Lock Screen with Live Activities - Background audio, portrait and landscape layouts, Dynamic Type, and VoiceOver support Version 1.1 adds spoken number meditation. Follow a breathing rhythm by ear, or drop a meditation step into a routine you already use. HearTime remains a spoken timer, not a meditation course. HearTime requires no account and contains no ads. Optional anonymous usage analytics can be turned off in Settings. Your presets, routines, timer history, and settings stay on your device by default. The free version includes the core timer experience. A one-time HearTime Pro purchase permanently unlocks additional presets, routines, and advanced features. It is not a subscription. Share presets, Routines, and meditations as text. Import from the clipboard with a quick preview, or describe a workout to an external AI, bring the result back, and save after you confirm.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is ads: HearTime at none against INTVL's shown. HearTime also leads on update cadence (every 4 days vs fortnightly). On price, in-app purchases, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.
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
Both are free to download. INTVL sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $39.99 per year and HearTime sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
INTVL ships an update fortnightly, HearTime every 4 days. The most recent releases landed on September 23, 2026 and September 29, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | INTVL | HearTime |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | Fortnightly | Every 4 days β better |
| Ads | Yes | No β better |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Devices | iPhone | iPhone |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | 17.0 |
| Further details β not scored | ||
| Size | 87 MB | 40 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Imperial Sales & Marketing GmbH | εΉ³ δΈ |
In-app purchases
INTVL
- INTVL Pro Annual7 Days trial$39.991 Year
HearTime
- HearTime Pro Lifetime$9.99









