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Simple Interval Timer

Hiit Timer · Free + IAP
C Tier
Situational · #15 of 17
68
4.9★5.6K ratings
Free + IAPprice
3.8ysince update

What is Simple Interval Timer?

Simple Interval Timer is an iOS interval timer with a plain design and no unnecessary controls. You set the number of sets, action duration and break duration, and it can run in the background while you use other apps. A companion SIT Watch app offers the same functionality and measures heart rate during workouts, with recordings available in Apple's Health app.

Pricing. Simple Interval Timer is free to download, with in-app purchases on the App Store.

Good for

  • Running or cycling sessions with timed work and rest periods
  • Tabata or other HIIT workouts with set and break intervals
  • Stretching routines or training that needs repeated timed intervals

Screenshots

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Why this app is in C tier

Simple Interval Timer scores 68 out of 100: rating 97, rating count 80, App Store search rank 94, update recency 0. The four parts are averaged with no weights, and C tier follows from that score within this list. The full explanation, as data.

Description

Simple Interval Timer (SIT) can be used for any kind of interval training, such as running, cycling, HIIT sessions (including Tabata method), stretching, etc. SIT is exactly what you would expect. An interval timer, which is easy to set up and use. It features a nice plain design, with no unnecessary controls. Adjust Number of Sets, Action and Break duration to your needs and you are ready to go! On the iOS an extra switch control allows you to prevent the screen from dimming. SIT remembers the last 5 configurations you have used. Swipe left across the Settings screen to switch to another configuration. SIT can run in the background, while you are playing music, watching videos or doing anything else on your iOS device. SIT Watch features the same simplicity as the iOS app while offering the same functionality, plus it will measure your heartbeat during the workout sessions. The recordings will be available in the Apple's Health app. SIT Watch runs independently of the phone, so no need to have your phone around during your workouts (although you will need your phone during the very first time you launch SIT watch). SIT lets you avoid any tedious set up and focus on your t

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TierCCC
Score68 / 10068 / 10065 / 100
Rating4.9 ★4.8 ★4.8 ★
Ratings5.6K14.8K5.8K
Last update1378d ago1768d ago2180d ago
PriceFree + IAPFree + IAPFree

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Questions about Simple Interval Timer

Does the app cost money?

The app is free to download. In-app purchases are available, but it does not list their prices or what they unlock.

Can the timer keep running while I use other apps?

The listing says SIT can run in the background while you play music, watch videos or use other things on your iOS device. It also has a switch to prevent the screen from dimming.

Do I need my iPhone nearby when using the Watch app?

The listing says SIT Watch runs independently of the phone during workouts. The phone is needed the first time you launch SIT Watch.

Is Simple Interval Timer free?

Simple Interval Timer is free to download, with in-app purchases.

What is Simple Interval Timer good for?

Simple Interval Timer is built for running or cycling sessions with timed work and rest periods, tabata or other HIIT workouts with set and break intervals, stretching routines or training that needs repeated timed intervals. It sits in the hiit timer list on AppTierList.

Is Simple Interval Timer worth it?

Simple Interval Timer is C tier, ranked #15 of 17 hiit timer apps with a score of 68 out of 100, from a 4.9 App Store rating across 5,622 ratings. 14 apps rank above it in the same list.

How does Simple Interval Timer compare to Interval Timer ++?

Simple Interval Timer is C tier at 68; Interval Timer ++ is C tier at 68. They score the same. Simple Interval Timer is free to download, with in-app purchases, Interval Timer ++ is free to download, with in-app purchases.

How often is Simple Interval Timer updated?

Simple Interval Timer was last updated over a year ago, on 2023-01-10, which holds its tier down.

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All the facts

List
Hiit Timer
Tier
C (Situational)
Score
68 / 100
Rank in list
#15 of 17
Ranking certainty
settled
Price
Free + IAP
App Store rating
4.9 out of 5
Number of ratings
5,622
Current version
(1378 days ago)
App Store data read
App Store category
Sports
Good for
Running or cycling sessions with timed work and rest periods, Tabata or other HIIT workouts with set and break intervals, Stretching routines or training that needs repeated timed intervals
Requires
iOS 14.5 or later
Size
10 MB
Age rating
4+
Languages
3
Developer pages
Website · Support · Privacy policy
Maker
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