Comparison

Speech Timer Visual 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

Speech Timer Visual

Features
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Do you need to do something within a certain time? Do you need to monitor your progress along the way? Are you frustrated by countdown timers that stop counting just when you need them most, when you reach the alloted time? I was. When I first started timing my speeches I used my phones stop watch. Two problems - I couldn't read the numbers with my peripheral vision whilst making my speech and secondly, I had to continually remember what my alloted time was and compare that with the stop watch display, subtracting the two numbers in my head to see how much time I had left. I found that mentally exhausting to do whilst simultaneously making a speech! Next I tried my phones countdown timer. This worked much better. I could set my alloted time and see how much time I had left. I still couldn't read the numbers with my peripheral vision, but the biggest problem arose at the end of my speech. Once the allotted time was reached, the timer simply stopped! This is what countdown timers are supposed to do but it is not what you want when making a speech. One does not simply stop the speech once the time is up. Rather, one must bring it to an orderly conclusion and deliver a meaningful closing statement. Whilst doing this, it is helpful to know exactly how much over time you are, something the countdown timer just could not tell me. Surpisingly, I couldn't find a timer that did what I wanted, so I built my own. Combining the features of a stop watch and a countdown timer, this app is just what you need for timing a speech or presentation. Speech Timer Visual gives you all you need at a glance - - elapsed time from start to finish - easily set target time - a visual indication of time elapsed and time remaining - monitor your time and progress as you go - over time visual indication Target time can be 0-60 min and set in 5 sec increments. Ideal for speeches and presentations where time is of the essence, but where your conclusion must be orderly, to the point and definately not rushed.

About

Interval Timer

This app provides versatile timers for various activities, including high-intensity interval training, Pomodoro technique, and meditation. Its intuitive design and customizable modes help users focus on their tasks or workouts without distraction.

Highlights
  • Rotary knob for time setting
  • Four distinct timer modes (Timer, Pomodoro, Interval, Meditation)
  • Customizable work/rest durations for intervals
  • Automatic session tracking for Pomodoro
  • Keyboard shortcuts for play/pause and reset
  • Native notifications and haptic feedback
Features
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Train smarter with Interval Timer -- the interval app built for HIIT, Tabata, boxing rounds, and deep work sessions. Set your time with a satisfying rotary knob, hit play, and focus. Four built-in modes cover every workflow -- from high-intensity circuits to calm meditation. FOUR MODES - Timer: Simple countdown up to 60 minutes. Drag the knob and go. - Pomodoro: Classic 25/5/15 technique with automatic work-break cycling and session tracking. - Interval: HIIT and boxing-style rounds with configurable work/rest durations. Perfect for Tabata, circuit training, and gym workouts. - Meditation: Mindfulness timer with a calm green accent and gentle completion sound. DESIGNED FOR FOCUS - Drag-to-set rotary knob with satisfying tick marks and progress arc - Each mode has its own accent color for instant recognition - Keyboard shortcuts: Space to play/pause, R to reset - Compact window that stays out of your way - Native notifications when your timer completes - Haptic feedback on supported devices Whether you are training at the gym, studying with Pomodoro, running boxing rounds, or winding down with breathwork -- Interval Timer gives you precise control without the clutter. Less setup. More flow. Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

Speech Timer Visual4 screens
Interval Timer4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: Interval Timer at Free against Speech Timer Visual's $2.99. Interval Timer also leads on update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 9 months). Speech Timer Visual's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 3) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 17.0). On 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

Interval Timer is free to download; Speech Timer Visual costs $2.99 up front. Interval Timer sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Speech Timer Visual asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Speech Timer Visual ships an update every 9 months, Interval Timer every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 9, 2026 and October 6, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 5 level
Speech Timer Visual versus Interval Timer: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSpeech Timer VisualInterval Timer
Price$2.99Free — better
Rating—5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Number of ratings—1 — better
Update frequencyEvery 9 monthsEvery 2 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
Monetization—Free with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad, Mac — better
Requires iOS13.0 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size3 MB17 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperPaul BennieEvgeny Goncharov

In-app purchases

None

Speech Timer Visual

No in-app purchases

3 purchases

Interval Timer

Subscriptions2
  • Monthly Premium$2.991 Month
  • Annual Premium7 Days trial$14.991 Year
One-time1
  • Phygital Timer Plus$4.99

Questions

Is Speech Timer Visual free?
Speech Timer Visual costs $2.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is Interval Timer free?
Interval Timer is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Speech Timer Visual or Interval Timer have ads?
Neither Speech Timer Visual nor Interval Timer shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Speech Timer Visual or Interval Timer?
Speech Timer Visual ships an update every 9 months, and Interval Timer every 2 weeks. Most recently, Speech Timer Visual was updated on October 9, 2026 and Interval Timer on October 6, 2026.

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