# HIIT & Tabata vs Interval Timer

The clearest difference is monetization model: Interval Timer at freemium against HIIT & Tabata's subscription. Interval 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, in-app purchases, device support and iOS requirement 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 sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Interval 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, Interval Timer weekly. The most recent releases landed on October 24, 2026 and October 26, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | HIIT & Tabata | Interval 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/interval-timer-circuit-and-hiit/id6810989259/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 | **Weekly** |
| Monetization | Subscription | **Freemium** |
| Size | 239 MB | 35 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 | **15.0** |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch** | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [ZipoApps](https://appshunter.io/developer/1671444635) | [ShenZhen Niddles Technology Co., Ltd.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1829412162) |

## 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

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/interval-timer-circuit-and-hiit/id6810989259)

This app provides a flexible and customizable interval timer for various training routines. Easily set up work and rest durations, rounds, and custom sequences with clear audio and visual cues to keep you focused during workouts. Track your progress with a workout history calendar.

**Highlights:** Customizable work/rest durations, Multiple rounds and sets, Preparation and cool-down times, Named custom intervals, Sound, vibration, and spoken cues, Workout history calendar

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Weekly Subscription | $9.99 | per 7 days |
| Monthly Subscription | $19.99 | per month |
| Yearly Subscription | $59.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is HIIT & Tabata free?

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

### Is Interval Timer free?

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

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

Interval Timer is rated higher. HIIT & Tabata averages 4.7 out of 5 from 1.1K ratings, while Interval Timer averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.

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

HIIT & Tabata shows ads; Interval Timer does not.

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

HIIT & Tabata ships an update every 3 weeks, and Interval Timer weekly. Most recently, HIIT & Tabata was updated on October 24, 2026 and Interval Timer on October 26, 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.*