# HIIT & Tabata vs Interval Timer □ HIIT Timer

The clearest difference is monetization model: Interval Timer □ HIIT Timer at freemium against HIIT & Tabata's subscription. Interval Timer □ HIIT Timer also leads on ads (none vs shown) and ratings volume (86K vs 1.1K). On price, rating, update cadence and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. HIIT & Tabata sells 12 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per 7 days and Interval Timer □ HIIT Timer sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.7 for HIIT & Tabata against 4.8 for Interval Timer □ HIIT Timer. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Interval Timer □ HIIT Timer has 86K ratings behind it against 1.1K, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 50% of HIIT & Tabata's written reviews are positive against 61% of Interval Timer □ HIIT Timer's.

HIIT & Tabata ships an update every 3 weeks, Interval Timer □ HIIT Timer every 5 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 24, 2026 and September 25, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | HIIT & Tabata | Interval Timer □ HIIT Timer |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.7 (1.1K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hiit-and-tabata-interval-timer/id1035873240/reviews) | **[4.8 (86K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/interval-timer-hiit-timer/id1124297113/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 1.1K | **86K** |
| Positive reviews | 50.1% of reviews | **60.7% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | **Every 3 weeks** | Every 5 weeks |
| Monetization | Subscription | **Freemium** |
| Size | 239 MB | 34 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 | **15.6** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [ZipoApps](https://appshunter.io/developer/1671444635) | [Float Tech, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/483697886) |

## What reviewers say

### HIIT & Tabata

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hiit-and-tabata-interval-timer/id1035873240)

This app provides a versatile interval timer for high-intensity interval training (HIIT) and Tabata workouts. It offers professionally designed routines, custom interval creation, and progress tracking, making fitness accessible anywhere.

**Highlights:** HIIT and Tabata interval timer, Professionally designed workouts, Customizable intervals, Progress tracking, Boxing games, Run tracker, Video classes

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Apple Watch app, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (12)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Unlimited Access | $0.99 | per 7 days |
| H&T Master One | $6.99 | per month |
| Unlimited Access | $7.99 | per 7 days |
| Unlimited Access | $8.99 | per 7 days |
| Unlimited Access | $9.99 | per year |
| H&T Master Three | $17.49 | per 3 months |
| Unlimited Access | $19.99 | per month |
| H&T Master Six | $29.99 | per 6 months |
| Unlimited Access | $29.99 | per month |
| Unlimited Access | $39.99 | per year |
| Unlimited Access | $49.99 | per year |
| H&T Pro | $19.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Great app
- 🚀 Excellent functionality
- 💡 Customizable settings
- 🔥 Best HIIT timer

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🔍 Too many ads
- 🔋 Battery drain issue
- 🐛 Crashing/buggy
- 🔊 Annoying cheer sound effect
- 💰 Excessive charges

**Reported bugs**

- Timer resets unexpectedly
- Workout data not syncing
- Watch app not functioning properly
- Restore purchases not working

**Requested features**

- Allow custom interval times
- Sync with Apple Watch/Health
- Integrate with own music library
- Add reps tracking


### Interval Timer □ HIIT Timer

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/interval-timer-hiit-timer/id1124297113)

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.

**Highlights:** Customizable intervals, Workout and rest timers, Voice or beep guides, Background audio support, Workout history and statistics, Repeat previous workouts

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (5)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium Pass | $1.99 | per month |
| Premium Pass | $2.99 | per month |
| Lifetime Pass | $14.99 | one-time |
| Lifetime Pass | $19.99 | one-time |
| Premium Forever Promo | $29.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Simple and easy to use
- 👍 Customizable settings
- 🚀 Intuitive interface
- 🚀 Effective for HIIT workouts
- 👍 Helpful voice prompts

**What reviewers complain about**

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

**Reported bugs**

- Timer not always accurate
- Favorites/saved workouts feature not working
- Inconsistent behavior when pausing/resuming

**Requested features**

- Ability to save and name custom workouts
- More flexibility in exercise/rest time settings
- Option to adjust volume of voice prompts


## Frequently asked questions

### Is HIIT & Tabata free?

HIIT & Tabata is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Interval Timer □ HIIT Timer free?

Interval Timer □ HIIT Timer is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, HIIT & Tabata or Interval Timer □ HIIT Timer?

Interval Timer □ HIIT Timer is rated higher. HIIT & Tabata averages 4.7 out of 5 from 1.1K ratings, while Interval Timer □ HIIT Timer averages 4.8 from 86K ratings.

### Do HIIT & Tabata or Interval Timer □ HIIT Timer have ads?

HIIT & Tabata shows ads; Interval Timer □ HIIT Timer does not.

### Which is updated more often, HIIT & Tabata or Interval Timer □ HIIT Timer?

HIIT & Tabata ships an update every 3 weeks, and Interval Timer □ HIIT Timer every 5 weeks. Most recently, HIIT & Tabata was updated on September 24, 2026 and Interval Timer □ HIIT Timer on September 25, 2026.

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