# HIIT & Tabata vs Hi Timer

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Hi Timer at 100% against HIIT & Tabata's 50%. Hi Timer also leads on monetization model (free with in-app purchases vs subscription) and ads (none vs shown). HIIT & Tabata's advantage is ratings volume (1.1K vs 2). On price, update cadence, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. HIIT & Tabata sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per 7 days and Hi Timer sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Hi Timer holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: HIIT & Tabata has 1.1K ratings behind it against 2, 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 100% of Hi Timer's.

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 2, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | HIIT & Tabata | Hi Timer |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.7 (1.1K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hiit-and-tabata-interval-timer/id1035873240/reviews) | **[5.0 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hi-timer-interval-timer-hiit/id1642170838/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **1.1K** | 2 |
| Positive reviews | 50.1% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | Every 3 weeks |
| Monetization | Subscription | **Free with in-app purchases** |
| Size | 239 MB | 17 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 | **15.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [ZipoApps](https://appshunter.io/developer/1671444635) | [Sophie Payne](https://appshunter.io/developer/1642170840) |

## 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 (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Unlimited Access | $0.99 | per 7 days |
| H&T Master One | $6.99 | per month |
| 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 | $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


### Hi Timer

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hi-timer-interval-timer-hiit/id1642170838)

Create and customize your own interval workouts with this intuitive timer app. Features include quick start templates, advanced customization, voice cues, and background operation. Seamlessly integrate with your music and save workouts to Apple Health.

**Highlights:** Customizable interval workouts, Quick start templates (Tabata), Drag & drop interface, Voice and sound cues, Background operation, Music integration, HealthKit integration

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Family Sharing

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Hi Timer Premium Monthly | $0.99 | per month |
| Hi Timer Premium Yearly | $3.99 | per year |
| HiTimer Forever | $6.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is HIIT & Tabata free?

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

### Is Hi Timer free?

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

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

Hi Timer is rated higher. HIIT & Tabata averages 4.7 out of 5 from 1.1K ratings, while Hi Timer averages 5.0 from 2 ratings.

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

HIIT & Tabata shows ads; Hi Timer does not.

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

HIIT & Tabata ships an update every 3 weeks, and Hi Timer every 3 weeks. Most recently, HIIT & Tabata was updated on November 2, 2026 and Hi Timer on October 24, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*