# Tabata Timer ·

> Customizable interval and Tabata training timer with voice assistant. (iPhone/iPad app by HIIT Apps Sp. z o.o..)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tabata-timer/id1531963107 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [HIIT Apps Sp. z o.o.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1713395721)
- Category: Health & Fitness
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 4.70/5 from 1,503 App Store ratings · 138 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 16.0 · 243 MB
- Languages: Dutch, Danish, German (Germany), Norwegian Bokmål, Swedish, Mexican Spanish, American English, Italian, Brazilian Portuguese, French (France)
- Released: 2020-09-28
- Data updated: 2026-08-27
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tabata-timer/id1531963107/reviews.md

## What is Tabata Timer ·?

Special timer for interval training.
This Interval Tabata Timer offers:
• Very intuitive interface. After installing this timer you need to press one button to start a tabata workout with classic settings.
• Ability to set up prepare, work, rest, rest between sets, cool down time, number of cycles and sets.
• Intervals can be configured individually. With this interval training timer you can create any interval workout with any sequence of intervals.
• Voice assistant with text-to-speech.
• Add descriptions to intervals that will be displayed on the timer screen and will be voiced.
• Bright and nice colors.
• Ability to lower the volume in your music player while playing the timer sounds (ducking).
• List of your saved workouts.
• NEW! Quick workout - setup your workout with fast and ease.
The opportunity to display mode:
- Tabata Protocol.
- Rounds.
- Stopwatch.
- Intervals.
Tabata is a form of high-intensity interval training (HIIT):
• Workout hard for 20 seconds
• Rest for 10 seconds
• Complete 8 rounds
It's time to train, good luck!

Terms of Use and Privacy Policy:
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1FMzBsd_mSO69xuzkpOKljPPtxRMWMTzt2iGs6wJIhik

## Key features

- Intuitive one-button start
- Customizable interval times
- Voice assistant with interval descriptions
- Music volume ducking
- Saved workout lists
- Multiple display modes (Tabata, Rounds, Stopwatch, Intervals)

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Intervals \| PRO version | $1.99 | per month |
| Intervals - PRO | $24.99 | per year |
| Intervals - PRO | $9.99 | per year |
| Intervals \| PRO version | $4.99 | per month |

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Treat "Cappuccino" | $1.99 | one-time |
| Treat "Mocaccino" | $2.99 | one-time |
| Intervals \| PRO version | $14.99 | one-time |
| Intervals \| PRO version | $34.99 | one-time |
| Intervals \| PRO version | $13.99 | one-time |
| Intervals \| PRO version | $10.99 | one-time |


## What do users think of Tabata Timer ·?

Overall sentiment: positive

**Pros**

- 👍 Easy to use
- 🚀 Keeps you focused
- 🔍 Customizable workouts
- 🔊 Helpful voice cues
- 💡 Versatile for various exercises

**Cons**

- 🐛 App freezes or skips counting
- 🔕 Annoying review requests
- 💰 Expensive subscription
- 🔇 Cuts off music playback
- 📱 Confusing UI changes

**Commonly reported bugs**

- Timer not accurately tracking workout duration
- Workouts disappearing after setup
- Inability to use app without subscription

**Most requested features**

- Ability to reorder exercises and rounds
- Integration with fitness trackers
- More voice options
- Calorie tracking
- Workout history and progress tracking

## Recent user reviews (10 of 138)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tabata-timer/id1531963107/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Using it for 8 years

*2026-08-14, version 2.1.8*

Allows me to program my own workouts.  I use it for Boxing with a heavy bag

### 5/5 — Love it 😊😊😊

*2026-08-05, version 2.1.8*

Essential part of my HIIT training!! But this app won’t stop asking me to review even though I have done it 100 times. Therefore now I’m leaving a one star review.

### 3/5 — Wish it was on the iPad or Mac

*2026-07-29, version 2.1.8*

I love this app but I need it on. Bigger screen so I can see the timer better

### 5/5 — Best fitness app

*2026-07-22, version 2.1.8*

I love this app so much I’ve been using it for years and it takes a lot of the prep work out of workouts. I just choose things I want to do and set the timings and then I don’t have to count!

### 5/5 — Tout y est, presque!

*2026-07-13, version 2.1.8*

Super appli, très simple, et droit au but. It would be even more super to be able to collide programs together.

### 2/5 — Best Tabata Timer out there

*2026-06-17, version 2.1.8*

You need something to set the right limits and motivate you, this timer works! Plain, simple, quick, without distractions.

### 5/5 — Love it 😊😊😊

*2026-06-10, version 2.1.8*

Essential part of my HIIT training

### 5/5 — Love this app!

*2026-03-02, version 2.1.7*

This app has been so easy to use and so helpful in creating my daily workouts. This is a great interface to work with!

### 5/5 — Awesome Timer

*2026-02-22, version 2.1.6*

Awesome app for keeping you organized and in tracking your workout. I love the alert features during my workout. It helps me stay on track and in sequence overall. It’s awesome for pacing when your time may be limited.

### 4/5 — Great App

*2026-02-05, version 2.1.6*

Easy to use, agile and adaptive app to all exercise types.

## Frequently asked questions about Tabata Timer ·

### What is this app?

This app is a specialized timer designed for interval training, with a particular focus on the Tabata protocol. It allows users to create and manage custom interval workouts with various settings for preparation, work, rest, and cool-down periods.

### What are the key features of this timer?

Key features include a very intuitive interface, the ability to set up prepare, work, rest, rest between sets, cool down time, number of cycles and sets, individually configurable intervals, a voice assistant, music ducking, saved workouts, and multiple display modes like Tabata, Rounds, Stopwatch, and Intervals.

### Is this app free to use?

The app is free to download and use, offering in-app purchases for additional functionality or content. Specific details on what is included in the free version versus paid options are not provided in the description.

### What types of workouts can I do with this app?

You can perform various interval training workouts, including the classic Tabata protocol (20 seconds work, 10 seconds rest, 8 rounds). The app also supports general interval training, rounds-based workouts, and stopwatch functionality, allowing for highly customized training routines.

### Can I save my custom workouts?

Yes, the app allows you to save your created workouts. This means you can easily access and start your favorite interval routines without having to reconfigure them each time, streamlining your training sessions.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 2.1.8 — 2026-03-05

Hi folks,

We’ve been busy doing some under-the-hood polishing!
In this update, we’ve squashed a few pesky bugs, optimized performance, and made everything run a little faster and smoother.

Loving the app? Leave us a quick review, it really means the world to us!

### 2.1.7 — 2026-02-26

Hi folks,
Hope you’re doing well!

In this update, we made a small fix for the issue you mentioned in support related to voice assistance. For now, we’ve had to limit the number of available voices to one per locale. We use the voice recommended by the Apple SDK for your locale.
Please update the app and let us know the results. We’re also considering other options, but we hope this fix will be helpful for now.

Thanks again for all your messages and support!

### 2.1.6 — 2026-01-11

Hi folks,  
Welcome to 2026!

This update includes several under-the-hood fixes and improvements.  
We also resolved an issue where some users were receiving too many unintended review prompts.

Thanks for using the app, and all the best in the year ahead!

— The Team

### 2.1.5 — 2025-08-28

Hi folks,

This update brings a few nice improvements based on your feedback. We’ve fixed the issue related to saving workouts, thanks so much for letting us know!

As always, thank you for using the app and helping us make it better. If you’re enjoying it, a quick rating or review would mean a lot!

### 2.1.4 — 2025-08-03

Hi folks,

This update brings a few nice improvements based on your feedback. We’ve fixed the issue related to saving workouts to Apple Fitness, thanks so much for letting us know!

As always, thank you for using the app and helping us make it better. If you’re enjoying it, a quick rating or review would mean a lot!

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