Comparison

Pulse Interval Timer vs EasyMotionSkin Basic

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

Head to head
About

Pulse Interval Timer

This interval timer app helps guide your workouts with customizable exercise and rest periods, and adjustable repetitions. It offers haptic feedback and optional sound alerts to keep you on track during timed activities.

Highlights
  • Customizable exercise and rest intervals
  • Adjustable number of repetitions
  • Haptic feedback and vibration patterns
  • Optional sound alerts
  • Circular progress ring
  • Standalone Apple Watch functionality
Features
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Pulse is the simplest, most vibrant interval timer for Apple Watch and iPhone. Set your exercise duration, rest period, and number of repetitions — then hit Start and let your wrist (or your phone) guide your workout. Key Features: - Configure exercise intervals (5 to 300 seconds) - Set rest periods between intervals (0 to 120 seconds) - Choose the number of repetitions (1 to 50) - Haptic feedback at the start and end of each interval - 3 customizable vibration patterns for start and end signals - Optional sound alerts for exercise segments (start & end) - Circular progress ring that drains as time counts down - Save your preferred default values in Settings - Works on Apple Watch (standalone — no iPhone required) and iPhone/iPad Perfect for: - HIIT & Tabata training - Boxing rounds - Stretching routines - Meditation intervals - Cooking timers - Any timed activity with repetitions No subscriptions. No ads. Just tap, set, and go.

About

EasyMotionSkin Basic

Features
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Use EasyMotionSkin Basic – the straightforward app for your EMS session. EasyMotionSkin Basic connects your EMS system to your smartphone via Bluetooth and gets you into your session in just a few steps. No detours, no setup hassle – just put it on, pair it, and go. YOUR BENEFITS AT A GLANCE Fast PowerBox pairing Connect your PowerBox in seconds by scanning its QR code. A built-in suit check shows you before every session whether all electrodes are making proper contact. Three proven programs Muscle Building/Body Toning, Detox/Anti-Cellulite, and Massage/Relax – each with a fixed frequency, stimulation, and recovery time tuned for reliable results. Flexible session length Choose between 20 or 45 minutes – whatever fits your day. Individual intensity control Set the intensity for abdomen, lower back, legs, and glutes separately, and adjust it anytime during your session. Made for you Switch between German and English, and keep track of your PowerBox's firmware, battery level, and device details in the info view at any time. EasyMotionSkin Basic is the companion app for EasyMotionSkin EMS systems with a reduced feature set – ideal for anyone who wants a fast, no-frills session without extra settings. Note: An EasyMotionSkin EMS system (PowerBox and textile) is required for use. Please make sure to read the safety instructions and contraindications in the user manual before your first session.

Screenshots

Pulse Interval Timer4 screens
EasyMotionSkin Basic4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is iOS requirement: EasyMotionSkin Basic at 13.4 against Pulse Interval Timer's 26.0. On price, update cadence, ads 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly weekly. The most recent releases landed on September 24, 2026 and September 17, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference · 7 level
Pulse Interval Timer versus EasyMotionSkin Basic: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPulse Interval TimerEasyMotionSkin Basic
PriceFreeFree
Positive reviews75.0% of reviews—
Update frequencyWeeklyWeekly
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, Apple WatchiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS26.013.4 — better
Further details — not scored
Size1 MB44 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperAurelien DELRUEEMS GmbH

In-app purchases

None

Pulse Interval Timer

No in-app purchases

None

EasyMotionSkin Basic

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Pulse Interval Timer free?
Pulse Interval Timer is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is EasyMotionSkin Basic free?
EasyMotionSkin Basic is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Pulse Interval Timer or EasyMotionSkin Basic have ads?
Neither Pulse Interval Timer nor EasyMotionSkin Basic shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Pulse Interval Timer or EasyMotionSkin Basic?
Pulse Interval Timer ships an update weekly, and EasyMotionSkin Basic weekly. Most recently, Pulse Interval Timer was updated on September 24, 2026 and EasyMotionSkin Basic on September 17, 2026.

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