Best Interval Run Timer Apps

250+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

4.8 avg rating
20 free apps
Updated August 2026

Interval Timer □ HIIT Timer is the household name in interval run timer, but it's far from the only option. We track 250+ alternatives and competitors on iOS — many free, many higher-rated than you'd expect.

Compare top Interval Run Timer Apps (August 2026)

#AppPriceRatingAdsIn-App PurchasesUpdated
1Interval Timer □ HIIT TimerInterval Timer □ HIIT TimerFree4.8★ (86K)NoYesAug 2026
2RUN interval - Running TimerRUN interval - Running TimerFree4.7★ (980)NoYesAug 2026
3Intervals Pro: HIIT TimerIntervals Pro: HIIT TimerFree4.8★ (14K)NoYesAug 2026
4Interval Timer - Tabata TimerInterval Timer - Tabata TimerFree4.5★ (19K)YesYesAug 2026
5Simple Interval TimerSimple Interval TimerFree4.9★ (5.3K)YesYesAug 2026
6Interval Run - Walk TimerInterval Run - Walk TimerFreeNoYesAug 2026
7Seconds Interval TimerSeconds Interval TimerFree4.7★ (23K)NoYesAug 2026
8Timer Plus - Workouts TimerTimer Plus - Workouts TimerFree4.8★ (59K)YesYesAug 2026

Top Picks for Interval Run Timer

Interval Timer □ HIIT Timer#1

Interval Timer □ HIIT Timer by Float Tech, LLC

The simple workout timer.
Editor's Choice
💪 Health & Fitness
4.8😊(86K ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
Interval Timer □ HIIT Timer screenshot 1
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Interval Timer □ HIIT Timer screenshot 3
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Create custom workout timers with adjustable intervals for exercise and rest. Track your progress with detailed history and statistics, and repeat past workouts easily. Enjoy audio cues without interrupting your music.

What We Love

  • 🚀 Simple and easy to use
  • 👍 Customizable settings
  • 🚀 Intuitive interface
  • 🚀 Effective for HIIT workouts

Room to Improve

  • 🔒 Requires subscription after limited free use
  • 🐛 Music volume issues with voice prompts
  • 🐛 Inconsistent behavior when switching apps
RUN interval - Running Timer#2

RUN interval - Running Timer by CAN YOU HEAR ME SOFTWARE

Interval running made easier.
Strong Contender
💪 Health & Fitness
4.7(980 ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
RUN interval - Running Timer screenshot 1
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RUN interval - Running Timer screenshot 3
RUN interval - Running Timer screenshot 4
RUN interval - Running Timer screenshot 5
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This app simplifies interval and Fartlek running by allowing you to set custom targets for time or distance during hard, easy, and rest efforts. It offers detailed post-run summaries, audio and visual feedback, and an Apple Watch app for enhanced training.

Intervals Pro: HIIT Timer#3

Intervals Pro: HIIT Timer by Intervals, LLC

Running & Fitness Workouts
Worth Considering
💪 Health & Fitness
4.8😊(14K ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
Intervals Pro: HIIT Timer screenshot 1
Intervals Pro: HIIT Timer screenshot 2
Intervals Pro: HIIT Timer screenshot 3
Intervals Pro: HIIT Timer screenshot 4
Intervals Pro: HIIT Timer screenshot 5
Intervals Pro: HIIT Timer screenshot 6

Create and follow custom interval training routines for various fitness activities. This app offers extensive customization for intervals, alerts, and goals, with seamless integration for Apple Watch and Apple Health.

What We Love

  • 👍 Customizable timers and intervals
  • 🚀 Seamless Apple Watch integration
  • 💪 Helps with fitness goals and training
  • 🔍 Detailed workout tracking and analytics

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Occasional sync and connectivity issues
  • 🔍 Lack of clear guidance and documentation
  • 💰 Paid version required for full functionality

More Interval Run Timer apps to explore

4
Interval Timer - Tabata Timer
Interval Timer - Tabata Timer
Interval Timer - Tabata Timer
Multiple timers for fitness
Free

This app helps you manage workout intervals with customizable work and rest periods. It runs in the background and allows music playback, with options to save settings and share progress. Integrates with Apple Health for heart rate monitoring.

Customizable sets, intervals, and rest timesRuns in background and with screen lockedMusic playlist integration
💪 Health & Fitness
(19K)
free with in-app purchases
5
Simple Interval Timer
Simple Interval Timer
Simple Interval Timer
by 0FF
Free

This app provides a straightforward interval timer for various training types like running, cycling, and HIIT. Customize sets, action, and break durations for a personalized workout experience. It runs in the background and saves recent configurations.

Customizable sets, action, and break durationsPlain and simple designSaves last 5 configurations
⚽ Sports
(5.3K)
free with in-app purchases
6
Interval Run - Walk Timer
Interval Run - Walk Timer
Interval Run - Walk Timer
Couch to 5K Run/Walk Training
Free
💪 Health & Fitness
(0)
7
Seconds Interval Timer
Seconds Interval Timer
Seconds Interval Timer
Tabata, HIIT, Circuit Training
Free

This app provides a versatile interval timer for various workout types like Tabata, HIIT, and circuit training. It features a clear, full-screen display, customizable alerts, and background operation. Users can also utilize a stopwatch and countdown timer, with integration for Apple Health.

Full-screen colored displayTemplates for HIIT, Tabata, Circuit TrainingVoice and audio alerts
💪 Health & Fitness
(23K)
free with in-app purchases
8
Timer Plus - Workouts Timer
Timer Plus - Workouts Timer
Timer Plus - Workouts Timer
Fitness Training at Home, Gym
Free

This interval training app supports HIIT, circuit, and Tabata workouts with customizable rounds and cycles. It offers background operation, screen flashing, and voice guidance for an enhanced fitness experience. An Apple Watch companion app is also available.

Customizable rounds and cyclesInterval stopwatchBackground timer operation
💪 Health & Fitness
(59K)
ad-supported
9
Interval Timer: Run & HIIT
Interval Timer: Run & HIIT
Interval Timer: Run & HIIT
Simple Tabata Training Tracker
Free

Organize your running and high-intensity interval training sessions with ease. Quickly set up custom time intervals for running, walking, warm-ups, and cool-downs. Receive voice and vibration notifications for interval changes, and enjoy background music playback.

Intuitive designCustomizable time intervalsWarm-up and cool-down timers
💪 Health & Fitness
(524)
free with in-app purchases
10
Interval Run
Interval Run
Interval Run
Interval Run Timer
Free
⚽ Sports
(0)
11
HIIT & Run Interval Timer
HIIT & Run Interval Timer
HIIT & Run Interval Timer
Clean and Reliable HIIT Timer
Free

This app provides a simple and reliable timer for high-intensity interval workouts. It allows users to create custom workout segments, loop routines, and reorder exercises without distractions. It runs in the background and supports dark mode.

Customizable workout segmentsWorkout looping for multiple roundsDrag-and-drop segment reordering
💪 Health & Fitness
(1)
free
12
OnTrack Interval Timer
OnTrack Interval Timer
OnTrack Interval Timer
Interval Timer for Track Run
Free
💪 Health & Fitness
(0)
13
Interval Timer - Run and Walk
Interval Timer - Run and Walk
Interval Timer - Run and Walk
by Serguei Tyrtychnikov
Free
⚽ Sports
(0)
14
Interval - Simple Timer
Interval - Simple Timer
Interval - Simple Timer
by Alex Beltyukov
Free

This app helps you structure your workouts with customizable interval timers. Set work and rest periods, and repeat cycles for your training sessions.

Customizable countdownWork interval settingRest interval setting
💪 Health & Fitness
(5)
free
15
Run Walk Run Timer
Run Walk Run Timer
Run Walk Run Timer
by SIvakumar Thirugnana
Free
💪 Health & Fitness
(0)
16
TimerChain - Interval Timer
TimerChain - Interval Timer
TimerChain - Interval Timer
Sequential Timer Chains
Free
🌟 Lifestyle
(0)
17
Interval Timer (Simple)
Interval Timer (Simple)
Interval Timer (Simple)
Stupid Simple Interval Timer.
Free
💪 Health & Fitness
(0)
18
Interval Timer ++
Interval Timer ++
Interval Timer ++
HIIT & circuit workout timer
Free

This app provides a customizable interval timer for high-intensity interval training (HIIT) and circuit workouts. Easily set up work, rest, and repeat intervals, track your progress, and integrate with your health data. Enjoy your workouts with background music and notifications.

Customizable work/rest/repeat intervalsSupports iPhone and Apple WatchWorkout history in calendar view
💪 Health & Fitness
(15K)
free with in-app purchases
19
Simple Interval Timer: Flexy
Simple Interval Timer: Flexy
Simple Interval Timer: Flexy
Workout Timer - HIIT & Tabata
Free
💪 Health & Fitness
(0)
20
Cadence · Interval Timer Flow
Cadence · Interval Timer Flow
Cadence · Interval Timer Flow
Training, Breathwork & Focus
Free
💪 Health & Fitness
(0)

FAQ about Interval Run Timer

What are the best interval run timer apps for iPhone?
Interval Timer □ HIIT Timer tops our interval run timer apps ranking as of August 2026, with a 4.8-star average from 86K App Store ratings, and it's free to download.
Yes — 20 of the top interval run timer apps we rank are free to download, including Interval Timer □ HIIT Timer and RUN interval - Running Timer.
Interval Timer □ HIIT Timer has no ads and offers in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of August 2026.
We track 250+ interval run timer apps on the iOS App Store as of August 2026, ranked by rating, recency, and analysis of real user reviews.
This app is a simple and beautiful interval timer designed for workouts. You can customize intervals for exercise, rest, and rounds, and then start your workout with audio cues. It also provides detailed history and statistics to track your progress.
You can set up custom intervals by dragging to adjust settings for your workout, rest periods, and the number of rounds. Once configured, simply tap to start your session.

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