Comparison

iTabata Timer! vs Shadow Boxing Workout

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

Head to head
About

iTabata Timer!

Features
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What Is Tabata Training? Tabata training is a type of high intensity interval training that follows a specific format: * 20 seconds of a very high intensity exercise (e.g., sprints) * 10 seconds of rest * Repeat 8 times for a total of 4 minutes Our application - iTabata Timer is a universal (both iPhone and iPad) features packed interval timer for people who follow the Tabata training method. You can set exercise interval, rest interval, repeat times and preparing time with iTabata Timer. Thank you and good luck in your training time!

About

Shadow Boxing Workout

Engage in an addictive rhythm boxing workout that combines music, cardio, and boxing training. Punch to the beat to improve timing, coordination, and burn calories with fun, fast-paced sessions at home.

Highlights
  • Rhythm boxing workouts
  • Music-driven sessions
  • Effective cardio fitness
  • Workout anytime, anywhere
  • Track your progress
  • Adjustable for all fitness levels
Features
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Turn your phone into an interactive shadowboxing trainer. BeatBoxing is a rhythm-based shadowboxing app that uses your phone’s front camera to track your movements. Punch to the beat of real music, hit targets on screen, and turn boxing training into an interactive rhythm game — no boxing equipment, punching bag, controller, or wearable required. Whether you want to practice shadowboxing at home, improve your timing and coordination, or simply make cardio more fun, BeatBoxing gives you an interactive way to train with music. Shadowbox to the Beat Train with music-driven boxing sessions where every punch follows the rhythm. Practice jabs, crosses, hooks, and combinations while improving your timing, coordination, speed, and endurance. Camera-Based Motion Tracking Your phone is all you need. Place it in front of you and the front camera tracks your movements while you train. No smartwatch, motion sensors, controllers, or additional equipment required. Boxing Without Equipment Practice boxing at home without a punching bag or boxing gear. BeatBoxing is designed for quick shadowboxing workouts wherever you have enough space to move. A Boxing Rhythm Game That Makes You Move BeatBoxing combines shadowboxing with the instant feedback of a motion-controlled rhythm game. Hit targets, follow the music, build streaks, and challenge yourself to improve your performance. Cardio Through Shadowboxing Get your heart rate up with fast-paced boxing sessions. Shadowboxing combines upper-body movement, footwork, coordination, and cardio training in a workout that feels more like a game. Train at Your Own Level Choose a difficulty that fits your experience. Whether you are new to shadowboxing or already comfortable with boxing combinations, you can adjust your training to match your level. Track Your Progress Follow your performance over time, improve your scores, and stay motivated to keep training. Workout Anytime, Anywhere Train at home or wherever you have space to move. No gym, punching bag, boxing gloves, or special hardware needed — just your phone. Turn shadowboxing into a rhythm game, train with music, and make boxing workouts more interactive. Start your next shadowboxing session with BeatBoxing. Terms of Use: http://www.apple.com/legal/itunes/appstore/dev/stdeula

Screenshots

iTabata Timer!4 screens
Shadow Boxing Workout4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: iTabata Timer! at none against Shadow Boxing Workout's 3. iTabata Timer! also leads on iOS requirement (10.0 vs 15.5). Shadow Boxing Workout's advantage is update cadence (every 4 days vs fortnightly). On price, ads 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. Shadow Boxing Workout sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. iTabata Timer! asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

iTabata Timer! ships an update fortnightly, Shadow Boxing Workout every 4 days. Both last shipped on October 6, 2026.

Scorecard3 real differences · 6 level
iTabata Timer! versus Shadow Boxing Workout: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameteriTabata Timer!Shadow Boxing Workout
PriceFreeFree
Rating—5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Number of ratings—1 — better
Update frequencyFortnightlyEvery 4 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
Monetization—Free with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS10.0 — better15.5
Further details — not scored
Size40 MB180 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperTien Nguyen VietGdbR Bogner Maerkl

In-app purchases

None

iTabata Timer!

No in-app purchases

3 purchases

Shadow Boxing Workout

Subscriptions2
  • Pro monthly$4.991 Month
  • Pro Yearly$29.991 Year
One-time1
  • Lifetime Access To Premium Features$49.99

Questions

Is iTabata Timer! free?
iTabata Timer! is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Shadow Boxing Workout free?
Shadow Boxing Workout is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do iTabata Timer! or Shadow Boxing Workout have ads?
Neither iTabata Timer! nor Shadow Boxing Workout shows ads.
Which is updated more often, iTabata Timer! or Shadow Boxing Workout?
iTabata Timer! ships an update fortnightly, and Shadow Boxing Workout every 4 days. Most recently, iTabata Timer! was updated on October 6, 2026 and Shadow Boxing Workout on October 6, 2026.

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