# HIIT & Tabata vs Cross Timer

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.

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.

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.

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.

## The numbers

| Metric | HIIT & Tabata | Cross Timer |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.7 (1.1K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hiit-and-tabata-interval-timer/id1035873240/reviews) | **[5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cross-timer-workout-recorder/id6773071111/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **1.1K** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | 50.1% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | **Every 3 weeks** | Every 4 weeks |
| Monetization | Subscription | **Free** |
| Size | 239 MB | 13 MB |
| Requires iOS | **16.0** | 16.6 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [ZipoApps](https://appshunter.io/developer/1671444635) | [Hanna Blashchuk](https://appshunter.io/developer/6773071113) |

## 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


### Cross Timer

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cross-timer-workout-recorder/id6773071111)

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:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Video Mode Monthly | $2.99 | per month |
| Video Mode Yearly | $19.99 | per year |
| Video Mode Lifetime | $29.99 | one-time |


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