# Tabata Timer vs Tabata Timer ·

The clearest difference is rating: Tabata Timer · at 4.7 against Tabata Timer's 4.0. Tabata Timer · also leads on ads (none vs shown) and ratings volume (1.5K vs 4). Tabata Timer's advantage is device support (3 vs 1). On price, update cadence, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Tabata Timer sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Tabata Timer · sells 10 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, 4.7 against 4.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Tabata Timer · has 1.5K ratings behind it against 4, so its average is the more settled of the two.

Tabata Timer ships an update every 3 weeks, Tabata Timer · every 6 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 18, 2026 and September 24, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Tabata Timer | Tabata Timer · |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.0 (4 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tabata-timer-hiit-intervals/id1071538280/reviews) | **[4.7 (1.5K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tabata-timer/id1531963107/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 4 | **1.5K** |
| Positive reviews | — | 66.7% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | **Every 3 weeks** | Every 6 weeks |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 39 MB | 243 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | **16.0** |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch** | iPhone |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Aaron Rockett](https://appshunter.io/developer/1052709623) | [HIIT Apps Sp. z o.o.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1713395721) |

## What reviewers say

### Tabata Timer

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tabata-timer-hiit-intervals/id1071538280)

This app provides a straightforward timer for Tabata-style workouts, featuring 4-minute sessions with 8 rounds. It's designed for users who want an effective method to burn fat and improve fitness. Download this free application to enhance your training.

**Highlights:** Tabata timer, 4-minute workouts, 8 rounds per session, Fat burning, Muscle conditioning, Anaerobic and aerobic capacity improvement

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Apple Watch app

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Remove ads | $0.99 | one-time |


### Tabata Timer ·

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tabata-timer/id1531963107)

This interval training timer provides a highly customizable experience for various workout styles, including Tabata. It features a voice assistant, saved workout lists, and music ducking for an enhanced training session.

**Highlights:** Intuitive one-button start, Customizable interval times, Voice assistant with interval descriptions, Music volume ducking, Saved workout lists, Multiple display modes (Tabata, Rounds, Stopwatch, Intervals)

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Intervals \| PRO version | $1.99 | per month |
| Intervals \| PRO version | $4.99 | per month |
| Intervals - PRO | $9.99 | per year |
| Intervals - PRO | $24.99 | per year |
| Treat "Cappuccino" | $1.99 | one-time |
| Treat "Mocaccino" | $2.99 | one-time |
| Intervals \| PRO version | $10.99 | one-time |
| Intervals \| PRO version | $13.99 | one-time |
| Intervals \| PRO version | $14.99 | one-time |
| Intervals \| PRO version | $34.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Easy to use
- 🚀 Keeps you focused
- 🔍 Customizable workouts
- 🔊 Helpful voice cues
- 💡 Versatile for various exercises

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 App freezes or skips counting
- 🔕 Annoying review requests
- 💰 Expensive subscription
- 🔇 Cuts off music playback
- 📱 Confusing UI changes

**Reported bugs**

- Timer not accurately tracking workout duration
- Workouts disappearing after setup
- Inability to use app without subscription

**Requested features**

- Ability to reorder exercises and rounds
- Integration with fitness trackers
- More voice options
- Calorie tracking
- Workout history and progress tracking


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Tabata Timer free?

Tabata Timer 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, Tabata Timer or Tabata Timer ·?

Tabata Timer · is rated higher. Tabata Timer averages 4.0 out of 5 from 4 ratings, while Tabata Timer · averages 4.7 from 1.5K ratings.

### Do Tabata Timer or Tabata Timer · have ads?

Tabata Timer shows ads; Tabata Timer · does not.

### Which is updated more often, Tabata Timer or Tabata Timer ·?

Tabata Timer ships an update every 3 weeks, and Tabata Timer · every 6 weeks. Most recently, Tabata Timer was updated on September 18, 2026 and Tabata Timer · on September 24, 2026.

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