Comparison

Intervo vs RoundShift

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

Head to head
About

Intervo

Features
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Intervo is a fast, focused interval timer for HIIT, Tabata, circuit training, boxing rounds, EMOM and stretching. Build any work/rest interval, then let Intervo run the whole session for you — hands-free. EVERYTHING IS FREE All features are unlocked at no cost: save unlimited presets, voice countdown, sound cues and color themes. No subscriptions, no in-app purchases. FULLY CUSTOMIZABLE • Set prepare, work and rest durations • Choose rounds per set and number of sets • Add a longer rest between sets • One-tap Tabata preset (20s work / 10s rest x 8) CLEAR, BIG DISPLAY • Huge color-coded countdown ring you can read across the room • Each phase has its own color: prepare, work, rest, set break • Round and set progress at a glance • A preview of what comes next AUDIO & HAPTICS • Beeps on every phase change and the final 3-second countdown • Vibration feedback • Optional spoken voice countdown (English / Japanese) • Keeps the screen awake during a workout SAVE YOUR ROUTINES Save any configuration as a named preset and start it again with one tap. Tabata, HIIT, EMOM and more are included to get you going. PRIVATE & OFFLINE Intervo generates time entirely on your device. It needs no account, no sign-in and no internet connection. Nothing about your workouts ever leaves your phone. • English and Japanese • Light and dark themes with multiple accent colors • Designed for one-handed use Whether you do quick Tabata sets at home or full HIIT circuits at the gym, Intervo keeps you moving. Download it free and start your first interval in seconds. Intervo is free and supported by ads.

About

RoundShift

This interval timer app provides voice coaching for various workout types, allowing you to keep your eyes on your exercise rather than the screen. It offers customizable presets, multiple voice options, and can even display workouts on a larger screen for group sessions. Advanced features like adaptive rest and Apple Health integration are available with a Pro upgrade.

Highlights
  • Voice coaching for workouts
  • Customizable interval presets
  • Plain language workout builder
  • Multi-language coach voices
  • Screen-off and face-down operation
  • AirPlay for group sessions
  • Adaptive rest with Apple Watch
Features
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The interval timer you don't have to look at. RoundShift calls out every round — get ready, work, rest, half way, last round — so your eyes stay on the workout, not the screen. BUILT IN SECONDS • Tabata, HIIT, EMOM, strength presets — or design your own • Warm-up, custom intervals, unlimited rounds • Describe a workout in plain words and let RoundShift build it VOICE THAT COACHES • Real coach voices in 10 languages — or calm and hype styles • 89 exercise names spoken aloud in custom workouts • Works with the screen off, phone face down, music playing COACH MODE ON THE BIG SCREEN • AirPlay the countdown to any TV for group sessions and classes • Giant display the whole room can read APPLE WATCH + ADAPTIVE REST (PRO) • Full timer on your wrist with live heart rate • Rest that adapts: end rest early when your heart rate recovers, or extend it when you need more • Workouts logged to Apple Health with the right activity type SEE YOURSELF SHOW UP • Streaks, weekly minutes, and a calendar of every session • Home Screen widgets and quick actions NOT JUST FOR THE GYM • Box breathing and breathwork: 4-4-4-4 in seconds • Stretch and physio holds with spoken changeovers • Focus sprints for study and deep work • Anything that repeats: intervals are intervals RoundShift is free forever for running timers and built-in workouts. RoundShift Pro (one-time purchase, no subscription) unlocks saved workouts, stats, widgets, and Apple Watch.

Screenshots

Intervo4 screens
RoundShift4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Intervo at none against RoundShift's 1. RoundShift's advantage is update cadence (every 2 days vs every 8 days) and device support (4 vs 1). On price and ads 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. RoundShift sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Intervo asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Intervo ships an update every 8 days, RoundShift every 2 days. The most recent releases landed on October 7, 2026 and October 15, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
Intervo versus RoundShift: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterIntervoRoundShift
PriceFreeFree
Rating—5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Positive reviews—100.0% of reviews
Number of ratings—1 — better
Update frequencyEvery 8 daysEvery 2 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
Monetization—Free with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch — better
Requires iOS17.015.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size23 MB143 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperYuki OkawaCarl Law

In-app purchases

None

Intervo

No in-app purchases

1 purchases

RoundShift

One-time1
  • Intervo Pro (Lifetime)$4.99

Questions

Is Intervo free?
Intervo is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is RoundShift free?
RoundShift is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Intervo or RoundShift have ads?
Neither Intervo nor RoundShift shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Intervo or RoundShift?
Intervo ships an update every 8 days, and RoundShift every 2 days. Most recently, Intervo was updated on October 7, 2026 and RoundShift on October 15, 2026.

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