Comparison

HIIT & Tabata vs Cross Timer

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

HIIT & Tabata

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
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--- HIIT & Tabata – Train anytime, anywhere --- This app will empower you to do your HIIT workout better than before, track your time, sets, and cycles. Work out at the beach, during your lunch breaks, at the gym, in parks, or even at home. Make every second count with workouts prepared by our team of professionals. Exercise anytime, anywhere. Crush your fitness goals with HIIT & Tabata, combining boxing games, run tracker, and run games. Train anywhere with fun boxing games, track every move using the run tracker, and boost cardio through exciting run games. Boxing games keep you challenged, the run tracker monitors progress, and run games add variety. Make workouts engaging with boxing games, stay on target with the run tracker, and enjoy the thrill of run games every day. HIIT & Tabata help you take your workouts anywhere. Choose from professionally designed routines or create your custom intervals. Track time, sets, and cycles with a precise, easy-to-read timer. --- Fast, effective workouts in your pocket --- Train at home, in the gym, at the park, or even during a quick break at work. Follow guided instructions and video classes for proper form and better results. Adjust work and rest periods to suit your fitness level. Sync your progress with Apple Health for a complete view of your activity. Suitable for beginners and experienced athletes, it supports building strength, boosting endurance, and staying motivated. Each workout is structured to maximize your time, allowing you to focus on performance and achieve measurable results. *** Your HIIT training partner *** HIIT & Tabata is simple to use, delivers powerful results, and is always ready to support your training whenever you need it. We also offer the option to record your workouts on the Apple Health App if you allow us to do so by using HealthKit. ------------------------------ SUBSCRIPTIONS: The download of HIIT & Tabata is free. Get all available workouts within the app as part of the monthly subscription. If you opt for the subscription, you pay the fixed price for your country, which is displayed in the app. The subscription will be renewed automatically if it is not canceled within at least 24 hours before the end of the current subscription period. Your iTunes account will be charged for each new term within 24 hours prior to the expiration of the current subscription. The current term of In-App subscriptions cannot be canceled. You can disable the automatic renewal via the iTunes account settings at any time. FOR MORE INFORMATION: Terms of Service: https://zipoapps.com/hiittabataios/terms Privacy Policy: https://zipoapps.com/hiittabataios/privacy

About

Cross Timer

This interval timer app is designed for various fitness training styles like CrossFit, HIIT, and Hyrox. It offers customizable timers for EMOM, Tabata, and AMRAP workouts, along with a workout journal and history to track progress.

Highlights
  • EMOM, Tabata, and AMRAP timers
  • Custom workout builder
  • Workout history and journal
  • Large, easy-to-read clock
  • Minimalist design
  • Progress tracking
Features
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Cross Timer & Workout Recorder is an interval timer for CrossFit, HIIT, Hyrox and functional fitness – now with built-in video recording. Run EMOM, AMRAP, Tabata, For Time or custom intervals, keep every second under control, and film your WODs with the clock on screen for competition qualifiers, online throwdowns and coach reviews. RECORD YOUR WOD WITH THE TIMER ON SCREEN Submitting a score for the Open, a qualifier or an online competition? Record your workout with the running clock visible in the video from the first rep to the last, so judges can see exactly how long it took. The camera and the timer have separate controls, so you decide when to start recording and when to start the clock – set up your phone, get into position and go. No second phone, no separate stopwatch, no editing. • Video Recording with Timer – Film any WOD with the clock on screen • Separate Controls – Start the camera and the timer independently and stay in control of both • Proof for Competitions – Ideal for the Open, qualifiers, online throwdowns and judged scores • Coach Review – Share your video to check movement standards and technique WORKOUT TIMERS • EMOM Timer – Every Minute On the Minute workouts made simple • Tabata Timer – Classic 20/10 intervals and fully customizable rounds • AMRAP Mode – Track as many rounds as possible with precision • For Time – Beat the clock and improve performance • Custom Workout Builder – Create your own interval structures and training sessions • Large, Easy-to-Read Clock – Visible across the gym, even mid-workout • Minimal & Focused Design – No distractions during training WORKOUT HISTORY & JOURNAL Every WOD is saved automatically. Reuse previous timer settings in one tap, rename workouts, edit past sessions and keep notes on your performance – finish time, AMRAP rounds, reps, weights used, scores or anything else that matters for tracking progress. Built for athletes, coaches and anyone serious about training – at home, in the gym or with a team. Whether you're chasing a PR or recording your qualifier score, Cross Timer keeps the clock honest. Download Cross Timer and start your next WOD. Terms of Use (EULA): https://emomworkouts.com/terms-of-use

Screenshots

HIIT & Tabata4 screens
Cross Timer4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is monetization model: Cross Timer at free against HIIT & Tabata's subscription. Cross Timer also leads on ads (none vs shown) and rating (5.0 vs 4.7). HIIT & Tabata's advantage is ratings volume (1.1K vs 1). On price, update cadence, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. HIIT & Tabata sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per 7 days and Cross Timer sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Cross 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 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

HIIT & Tabata ships an update every 3 weeks, Cross Timer every 4 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 2, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
HIIT & Tabata versus Cross Timer: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterHIIT & TabataCross Timer
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.7 (1.1K ratings)5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Positive reviews50.1% of reviews—
Number of ratings1.1K — better1
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeks — betterEvery 4 weeks
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationSubscriptionFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Apple Watch — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS16.0 — better16.6
Further details — not scored
Size239 MB13 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperZipoAppsHanna Blashchuk

Customer experience

HIIT & Tabata

All ratings1,065 ratings
Positive93.9%
Neutral2.2%
Negative3.9%
Written reviews357 reviews
Positive50.1%
Neutral13.4%
Negative36.4%

Cross Timer

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Bugs and requests

HIIT & Tabata

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • Timer resets unexpectedly
  • Workout data not syncing
  • Watch app not functioning properly
  • Restore purchases not working

Requested features

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

Cross Timer

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

10 purchases

HIIT & Tabata

Subscriptions9
  • Unlimited Access3 Days trial$0.997 Days
  • H&T Master One$6.991 Month
  • Unlimited Access3 Days trial$8.997 Days
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  • Unlimited Access3 Days trial$9.991 Year
  • H&T Master Three7 Days trial$17.493 Months
  • Unlimited Access3 Days trial$19.991 Month
  • H&T Master Six7 Days trial$29.996 Months
  • Unlimited Access3 Days trial$29.991 Month
  • Unlimited Access3 Days trial$49.991 Year
One-time1
  • H&T Pro$19.99
3 purchases

Cross Timer

Subscriptions2
  • Video Mode Monthly$2.991 Month
  • Video Mode Yearly$19.991 Year
One-time1
  • Video Mode Lifetime$29.99

Questions

Is HIIT & Tabata free?
HIIT & Tabata is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Cross Timer free?
Cross Timer is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, HIIT & Tabata or Cross Timer?
Cross Timer is rated higher. HIIT & Tabata averages 4.7 out of 5 from 1.1K ratings, while Cross Timer averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.
Do HIIT & Tabata or Cross Timer have ads?
HIIT & Tabata shows ads; Cross Timer does not.
Which is updated more often, HIIT & Tabata or Cross Timer?
HIIT & Tabata ships an update every 3 weeks, and Cross Timer every 4 weeks. Most recently, HIIT & Tabata was updated on November 2, 2026 and Cross Timer on October 31, 2026.

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