HybridWorkoutTimer vs IntervalFree
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
HybridWorkoutTimer
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HybridTimer is a clean, focused interval timer built for serious training. Whether you're doing Tabata sprints, EMOMs, AMRAPs, or a fully custom circuit, HybridTimer keeps you locked in with no clutter and no subscriptions. FIVE TIMER MODES · Tabata — Classic work/rest intervals. Configure duration, rest, and rounds. Skip rest periods and jump straight into the next round. · EMOM (Every Minute on the Minute) — Set your interval length and total duration. HybridTimer counts you in at the start of every minute so you stay on pace. · AMRAP (As Many Rounds As Possible) — Work for a fixed duration and tap to count your rounds as you go. · For Time — Race against a time cap. Count up or count down — your call. · MIX — Build a fully custom sequence of Work, Rest, and Prepare segments repeated across multiple rounds. Perfect for complex circuits and class programming. LIVE ACTIVITIES Your timer stays visible on the Lock Screen and in the Dynamic Island throughout your workout — no need to unlock your phone mid-set. AUDIO & HAPTIC CUES · Beep sounds and voice announcements for every transition · Three sound styles: Classic, Bright, Soft · Interval countdown: configurable beep in the last few seconds of each interval so you're never caught off guard · Haptic feedback for every phase change FULLY CONFIGURABLE · Adjustable start countdown (0–10 seconds, or skip it entirely) · Pause and resume any timer mid-workout · Skip rest periods during Tabata and MIX · Keep screen awake during training · Save and reuse presets for every timer type WORKOUT HISTORY Every session is logged automatically. Review your workout history, see total time trained, and track consistency over time. PRIVACY FIRST No account required. No subscriptions. No ads. All your data — history, presets, settings — is stored locally on your device and never leaves it.
IntervalFree
This app provides a simple and fully customizable interval timer for workouts. It offers unlimited workout profiles, background support, and Live Activities for real-time progress tracking on your lock screen. Enjoy a completely free experience with no ads or paywalls.
- Unlimited workout profiles
- Customizable action/break durations
- Live Activities on Lock Screen
- Background timer support
- Multiple sound themes
- Workout library with stats
- Celebration screen upon completion
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IntervalFree is the workout interval timer that's actually free. No paywalls. No ads. No tricks. Every feature is unlocked from day one — and stays that way forever. SET UP IN SECONDS Configure your action duration, break duration, and number of sets with intuitive scroll pickers. Tap Start and your profile is saved automatically. No account required. GLANCEABLE & MULTITASK-READY A large timer ring shows your remaining time at a glance—green for action, blue for break. With Live Activities, your progress stays visible right on your Lock Screen or Dynamic Island. Switch apps or lock your phone with confidence; the timer runs perfectly in the background. YOUR SOUND, YOUR PACE Choose from multiple Sound Themes to match your workout vibe. High-fidelity audio alerts keep you on pace even when your phone is in your pocket, and our smart audio handling ensures your music stays clear while the timer beeps. SAVE UNLIMITED WORKOUT PROFILES Create as many workout profiles as you need. Name each one, pick from 20+ activity icons (running, swimming, yoga, boxing, and more), and choose from 10 colors. Every profile is instantly recognizable in your workout library. YOUR WORKOUT LIBRARY See how many times you've started and finished each workout. Tap any profile to load it instantly—no re-entering settings every time. Quick-start chips let you jump into your most-used routines in one tap. CELEBRATE EVERY WIN Every completed workout gets a celebration screen with your stats, a trumpet fanfare, and a fun animated surprise to keep you motivated. FULLY CUSTOMIZABLE • Background Support: Use other apps while you train • Live Activities: Real-time progress on your Lock Screen • Sound Themes: Multiple audio styles to choose from • Adjustable action and break durations (seconds to minutes) • 1 to 99 sets per workout • 20+ workout icons & 10 profile colors • Profiles auto-save on start WHY INTERVALFREE? We were tired of interval timer apps that lock basic features behind subscriptions. So we built one that gives you everything—for free. No premium tiers. No "free trial" that expires. No data sold to advertisers. IntervalFree is maintained by a small team who believes great tools should be free. If it becomes part of your routine, you can support us with a voluntary coffee—but there's absolutely no pressure. Perfect for HIIT, Tabata, circuit training, boxing rounds, stretching, meditation, or any activity that uses timed intervals. Requires iOS 17.0 or later. Works on iPhone and iPad.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is iOS requirement: IntervalFree at 17.0 against HybridWorkoutTimer's 26.0. On price, ads, in-app purchases 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
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
| Parameter | HybridWorkoutTimer | IntervalFree |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | — | 5.0 (3 ratings) — better |
| Number of ratings | — | 3 — better |
| Update frequency | — | Every 2 months |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | — | Free |
| Devices | iPhone | iPhone |
| Requires iOS | 26.0 | 17.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 2 MB | 7 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Matthijs van Dijk | LIFEFLOW AI, LLC |
In-app purchases
HybridWorkoutTimer
No in-app purchases
IntervalFree
No in-app purchases





