# HIIT & Tabata vs Tabata Timer □

The clearest difference is monetization model: Tabata Timer □ at freemium against HIIT & Tabata's subscription. Tabata Timer □ also leads on ads (none vs shown) and review sentiment (71% vs 50%). On price, update cadence, in-app purchases and device support 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 Tabata Timer □ sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Tabata Timer □ holds the better App Store score, 4.9 against 4.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Tabata Timer □ has 10K ratings behind it against 1.1K, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 50% of HIIT & Tabata's written reviews are positive against 71% of Tabata Timer □'s.

HIIT & Tabata ships an update every 3 weeks, Tabata Timer □ monthly. Both last shipped on October 3, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | HIIT & Tabata | Tabata Timer □ |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.7 (1.1K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hiit-and-tabata-interval-timer/id1035873240/reviews) | **[4.9 (10K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tabata-timer/id1134843005/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 1.1K | **10K** |
| Positive reviews | 50.1% of reviews | **71.4% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | **Every 3 weeks** | Monthly |
| Monetization | Subscription | **Freemium** |
| Size | 239 MB | 30 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


### Tabata Timer □

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tabata-timer/id1134843005)

This app provides a straightforward and visually appealing timer for Tabata workouts. Easily customize workout intervals and rest periods by dragging elements. It offers audio guidance, background music support, and workout history tracking.

**Highlights:** Customizable workout intervals, Drag-and-drop interface, Audio guidance, Background music support, Workout history and statistics, Load previous workout settings

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (6)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium Pass | $1.99 | per month |
| Premium Pass | $2.99 | per month |
| Unlock One Workout | $0.99 | one-time |
| Lifetime Pass | $14.99 | one-time |
| Lifetime Pass | $19.99 | one-time |
| Premium Forever Promo | $29.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Easy to use
- 👍 User-friendly interface
- 🚀 Straightforward setup
- 👍 Customizable settings
- 🚀 Efficient workout timer

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🔒 Requires paid subscription after limited free use
- 🐛 Timer issues (pausing, resetting)
- 🔊 Volume balance problems (music vs. voice)
- 🔒 Lack of transparency about paid features

**Reported bugs**

- Timer stopping unexpectedly when phone is locked or app is backgrounded
- Inconsistent behavior when switching between exercises or rounds

**Requested features**

- Ability to save and reuse custom workout settings
- Option to disable voice instructions and use only audio cues
- Integration with Apple Watch or other wearables
- More advanced analytics and workout tracking


## Frequently asked questions

### Is HIIT & Tabata free?

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

### Is Tabata Timer □ free?

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

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

Tabata Timer □ is rated higher. HIIT & Tabata averages 4.7 out of 5 from 1.1K ratings, while Tabata Timer □ averages 4.9 from 10K ratings.

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

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

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

HIIT & Tabata ships an update every 3 weeks, and Tabata Timer □ monthly. Most recently, HIIT & Tabata was updated on October 3, 2026 and Tabata Timer □ on October 3, 2026.

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