Best Running Interval Timer Apps

250+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

4.7 avg rating
19 free apps
Updated September 2026

With an average user rating of 4.7★, the running interval timer category is one of the App Store's strongest. Browse all 250+ apps we track, sorted so the most loved ones surface first.

Compare top Running Interval Timer Apps (September 2026)

#AppPriceRatingAdsIn-App PurchasesUpdated
1Interval Timer □ HIIT TimerInterval Timer □ HIIT TimerFree4.8★ (86K)NoYesSep 2026
2Interval Timer - Tabata TimerInterval Timer - Tabata TimerFree4.5★ (19K)YesYesSep 2026
3RUN interval - Running TimerRUN interval - Running TimerFree4.7★ (1K)NoYesSep 2026
4Simple Interval TimerSimple Interval TimerFree4.9★ (5.4K)YesYesSep 2026
5Intervals Pro: HIIT TimerIntervals Pro: HIIT TimerFree4.8★ (14K)NoYesSep 2026
6Seconds Interval TimerSeconds Interval TimerFree4.7★ (24K)NoYesSep 2026
7Interval TimerInterval TimerFree4.7★ (3.5K)NoYesSep 2026
8Interval Timer: Run & HIITInterval Timer: Run & HIITFree4.5★ (534)NoYesSep 2026

Top Picks for Running Interval 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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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
  • 👍 Helpful voice prompts
  • 👍 Plays well with music apps

Room to Improve

  • 🔒 Requires subscription after limited free use
  • 🐛 Music volume issues with voice prompts
  • 🐛 Inconsistent behavior when switching apps
  • 🐛 Lack of final workout notification
Interval Timer - Tabata Timer#2

Interval Timer - Tabata Timer by NEO PIXEL LABS PTE. LTD.

Multiple timers for fitness
Strong Contender
💪 Health & Fitness
4.5😊(19K ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
Interval Timer - Tabata Timer screenshot 1
Interval Timer - Tabata Timer screenshot 2
Interval Timer - Tabata Timer screenshot 3
Interval Timer - Tabata Timer screenshot 4
Interval Timer - Tabata Timer screenshot 5
Interval Timer - Tabata Timer screenshot 6

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.

What We Love

  • 🚀 Free version works well
  • 👍 Customizable intervals and timers
  • 👍 Flexible for different workouts
  • 👍 Easy to use and set up
  • 👍 Provides visual and audio cues
  • 👍 Saves workout routines

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Timer issues (stops, loses time)
  • 🔋 Drains battery when used
  • 💰 Expensive subscription model
  • 📢 Intrusive ads
  • 🔒 Incompatible with other apps
RUN interval - Running Timer#3

RUN interval - Running Timer by CAN YOU HEAR ME SOFTWARE

Interval running made easier.
Worth Considering
💪 Health & Fitness
4.7(1K ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
RUN interval - Running Timer screenshot 1
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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.

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FAQ about Running Interval Timer

What are the best running interval timer apps for iPhone?
Interval Timer □ HIIT Timer tops our running interval timer apps ranking as of September 2026, with a 4.8-star average from 86K App Store ratings, and it's free to download.
Yes — 19 of the top running interval timer apps we rank are free to download, including Interval Timer □ HIIT Timer and Interval Timer - Tabata Timer.
Interval Timer □ HIIT Timer has no ads and offers in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of September 2026.
We track 250+ running interval timer apps on the iOS App Store as of September 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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