Comparison

BlackPulse vs Interval Timer

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

Head to head
About

BlackPulse

Features
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BlackPulse is the precision interval timer for functional fitness and combat sports. Build your own sessions or launch a curated pack with one tap. Fully offline, zero distractions, premium dark design. Train like a fighter, a hybrid athlete, or a HIIT pro - all in one timer. WORKOUT PACKS INCLUDED At Home Fat Burner, Full Body Blast, Core Crusher, Strength Foundation Gym Push Day, Pull Day, Leg Day, Full Body Machine Competition HYROX-style (Open and Pro, Women and Men), Deka Fit, Deka Mile, Deka Strong BlackPulse is an independent training tool and is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by HYROX or DEKA. EVERY WORKOUT FORMAT HIIT - High-intensity intervals Tabata - 20s work, 10s rest EMOM - Every Minute On the Minute AMRAP - As Many Rounds As Possible Circuit - Multi-station flows Ladder - Ascending or descending reps Fight Rounds - Boxing, MMA, Muay Thai, BJJ, kickboxing Custom Builder - Mix timed, reps, and distance steps freely TWO MODES, ONE APP Fight Mode Pre-loaded round presets (3x3, 5x5, 12x3) and a stripped-down interface for combat athletes who just want to hit start. Training Mode Full Pro controls. Build hybrid sessions that mix countdown intervals, manual reps, distance targets, rest blocks, and rounds in a single template. WHAT IS INSIDE Drift-free timestamp engine, accurate to the millisecond 6-tier difficulty system from Beginner to Elite, scales reps and rest intelligently to your level Custom workout and fight templates, unlimited Timed, reps, and distance steps in one session Stopwatch with laps for runs, swims, or freestyle work Workout history with weekly streak tracking Exercise animations for every movement Background audio cues, sounds play even when your screen is off or your phone is locked Sound, haptics, countdown signals, and keep-awake controls Share workouts by QR code or link 18 languages supported 100% offline, no sign-up, no account, no internet required WHO IT IS FOR CrossFit and functional fitness athletes, boxers and MMA fighters, Muay Thai and BJJ practitioners, HIIT and Tabata fans, personal trainers, hybrid athletes prepping for race day, and anyone who trains at home, in the gym, or outdoors. No sign-up. No tracking. No ads. Just press start.

About

Interval Timer

Features
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Interval Timer is the fastest way to set up and run any timed workout — HIIT, boxing rounds, Tabata, circuits, CrossFit WODs, or custom intervals. Set your work time, rest time, and rounds in seconds. Then follow a clear full-screen countdown with large visuals, a progress bar, interval ring, sound effects, and haptic feedback. No clutter, no distractions — just your timer. FREE FEATURES Full interval timer with work, rest & rounds Fast setup — start training in seconds Full-screen countdown with large display Progress bar and interval ring Sound effects and haptic feedback Save up to 2 workout presets Recent workout history Basic workout insights PREMIUM FEATURES Unlimited saved workout presets Full workout history & progress stats Streak tracking and consistency insights Live Activities — timer on your Lock Screen Dynamic Island countdown Deeper training analytics BUILT FOR EVERY INTERVAL WORKOUT HIIT · Tabata · Boxing & MMA rounds · CrossFit & WODs · Circuit training · Mobility & stretching · Home workouts · Gym intervals · Pomodoro focus sessions Set up fast. Train focused. Stay consistent. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://www.notion.so/Interval-Timer-Privacy-Policy-32524021e4ad8078ae21f0a7dba52cd9

Screenshots

BlackPulse4 screens
Interval Timer4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: BlackPulse at none against Interval Timer's 2. BlackPulse also leads on iOS requirement (15.1 vs 17.6). On price, 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. Interval Timer sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. BlackPulse asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard2 real differences · 4 level
BlackPulse versus Interval Timer: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterBlackPulseInterval Timer
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 10 days—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.1 — better17.6
Further details — not scored
Size66 MB4 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperOTOSMART BILGI TEKNOLOJILERI ANONIM SIRKETIOLEKSANDR VASETSKYI

In-app purchases

None

BlackPulse

No in-app purchases

2 purchases

Interval Timer

Subscriptions2
  • Interval Timer Premium – Monthly$2.991 Month
  • Interval Timer Premium – Yearly$17.991 Year

Questions

Is BlackPulse free?
BlackPulse is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Interval Timer free?
Interval Timer is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do BlackPulse or Interval Timer have ads?
Neither BlackPulse nor Interval Timer shows ads.

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