# Tabata Timer □ vs Interval Timer ++

The clearest difference is ads: Tabata Timer □ at none against Interval Timer ++'s shown. Interval Timer ++'s advantage is iOS requirement (12.0 vs 15.6). On price, rating, review sentiment and ratings volume there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Tabata Timer □ sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month and Interval Timer ++ sells 8 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per 2 months. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.9 for Tabata Timer □ against 4.8 for Interval Timer ++. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 10K and 15K respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 71% of Tabata Timer □'s written reviews are positive against 78% of Interval Timer ++'s.

Tabata Timer □ ships an update monthly, Interval Timer ++ every 3 weeks. Both last shipped on October 16, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Tabata Timer □ | Interval Timer ++ |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.9 (10K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tabata-timer/id1134843005/reviews)** | [4.8 (15K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/interval-timer-plus-plus/id1327053127/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 10K | **15K** |
| Positive reviews | 71.4% of reviews | **78.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Monthly | **Every 3 weeks** |
| Monetization | Freemium | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 30 MB | 87 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.6 | **12.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Float Tech, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/483697886) | [Sunny Studio](https://appshunter.io/developer/430274590) |

## What reviewers say

### Tabata Timer □

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tabata-timer/id1134843005)

This app provides a straightforward and visually appealing timer for Tabata workouts. Easily customize workout intervals and rest periods by dragging elements. It offers audio guidance, background music support, and workout history tracking.

**Highlights:** Customizable workout intervals, Drag-and-drop interface, Audio guidance, Background music support, Workout history and statistics, Load previous workout settings

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (6)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium Pass | $1.99 | per month |
| Premium Pass | $2.99 | per month |
| Unlock One Workout | $0.99 | one-time |
| Lifetime Pass | $14.99 | one-time |
| Lifetime Pass | $19.99 | one-time |
| Premium Forever Promo | $29.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Easy to use
- 👍 User-friendly interface
- 🚀 Straightforward setup
- 👍 Customizable settings
- 🚀 Efficient workout timer

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🔒 Requires paid subscription after limited free use
- 🐛 Timer issues (pausing, resetting)
- 🔊 Volume balance problems (music vs. voice)
- 🔒 Lack of transparency about paid features

**Reported bugs**

- Timer stopping unexpectedly when phone is locked or app is backgrounded
- Inconsistent behavior when switching between exercises or rounds

**Requested features**

- Ability to save and reuse custom workout settings
- Option to disable voice instructions and use only audio cues
- Integration with Apple Watch or other wearables
- More advanced analytics and workout tracking


### Interval Timer ++

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/interval-timer-plus-plus/id1327053127)

This app provides a customizable interval timer for high-intensity interval training (HIIT) and circuit workouts. Easily set up work, rest, and repeat intervals, track your progress, and integrate with your health data. Enjoy your workouts with background music and notifications.

**Highlights:** Customizable work/rest/repeat intervals, Supports iPhone and Apple Watch, Workout history in calendar view, Health app integration (HealthKit), Background notifications, Listen to music during workouts, Premium timers for mixed fitness types

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Apple Watch app, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (8)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Interval Timer Pro | $0.99 | per 2 months |
| Interval Timer Pro | $0.99 | per 7 days |
| Interval Timer Pro | $1.99 | per 7 days |
| Interval Timer Pro | $1.99 | per month |
| Interval Timer Pro for a Year | $5.99 | per year |
| Premium Timer for One Week | $2.99 | one-time |
| Premium Timer for One Year | $7.99 | one-time |
| Premium Timer for Entire Life | $8.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Simple and intuitive interface
- 🚀 Straightforward interval timer functionality
- 💡 Customizable timers and workouts
- 🔒 No ads or in-app purchases required

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Inconsistent sound and volume issues
- 🐛 Bugs with timer functionality and data sync
- 🔋 High battery consumption when running in background
- 🚫 Limited customization options for timers and workouts

**Reported bugs**

- Timers not working correctly after app updates
- Custom timers not saving or syncing across devices
- Unexpected pausing or stopping of timers during use

**Requested features**

- Ability to name and save custom workouts
- Option to adjust rest time for individual exercises
- Countdown beeps or voice cues during intervals
- Integration with Apple Watch and other fitness devices


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Tabata Timer □ free?

Tabata Timer □ 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, Tabata Timer □ or Interval Timer ++?

Tabata Timer □ is rated higher. Tabata Timer □ averages 4.9 out of 5 from 10K ratings, while Interval Timer ++ averages 4.8 from 15K ratings.

### Do Tabata Timer □ or Interval Timer ++ have ads?

Interval Timer ++ shows ads; Tabata Timer □ does not.

### Which is updated more often, Tabata Timer □ or Interval Timer ++?

Tabata Timer □ ships an update monthly, and Interval Timer ++ every 3 weeks. Most recently, Tabata Timer □ was updated on October 16, 2026 and Interval Timer ++ on October 16, 2026.

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