# Tabata Timer □ vs Smart Workout Counter

The clearest difference is ads: Tabata Timer □ at none against Smart Workout Counter's shown. Tabata Timer □ also leads on ratings volume (11K vs 9). Smart Workout Counter's advantage is update cadence (every 3 days vs every 3 weeks) and review sentiment (88% vs 72%). On price, rating, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Tabata Timer □ sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month and Smart Workout Counter sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. 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 4.9 for Smart Workout Counter. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Tabata Timer □ has 11K ratings behind it against 9, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 72% of Tabata Timer □'s written reviews are positive against 88% of Smart Workout Counter's.

Tabata Timer □ ships an update every 3 weeks, Smart Workout Counter every 3 days. The most recent releases landed on November 9, 2026 and November 3, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Tabata Timer □ | Smart Workout Counter |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.9 (11K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tabata-timer/id1134843005/reviews) | **[4.9 (9 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/smart-workout-counter/id1546110594/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **11K** | 9 |
| Positive reviews | 71.5% of reviews | **87.8% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | **Every 3 days** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 21 MB | 56 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.6 | **15.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Float Tech, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/483697886) | [JEONGSIM CHOI](https://appshunter.io/developer/1830175912) |

## What reviewers say

### Tabata Timer □

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

This app provides a simple and clear interface for setting up and tracking Tabata workouts. It offers audio guidance, music integration, and historical data to help users follow their fitness routines effectively.

**Highlights:** Intuitive drag-and-drop interface for setting workout parameters, Audio guidance for hands-free workout following, Background music playback from other apps, Workout history and statistics tracking, Ability to load previous workout settings, Customizable rounds, rest, and work intervals

**Features:** Vision Pro support, iPhone Duo 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


### Smart Workout Counter

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/smart-workout-counter/id1546110594)

Create and track custom workout routines with this intuitive timer. It automatically guides you through your exercises, counting sets or time, and allows for easy navigation between sessions. Enjoy background music and choose from various voice cues to enhance your training experience.

**Highlights:** Customizable workout routines, Automatic counting of sets/time, Workout flow visualization, Pause and navigate sessions, Background music support, Multiple voice cues

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

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium Version | $0.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Tabata Timer □ free?

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

### Is Smart Workout Counter free?

Smart Workout Counter is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Tabata Timer □ or Smart Workout Counter?

Smart Workout Counter is rated higher. Tabata Timer □ averages 4.9 out of 5 from 11K ratings, while Smart Workout Counter averages 4.9 from 9 ratings.

### Do Tabata Timer □ or Smart Workout Counter have ads?

Smart Workout Counter shows ads; Tabata Timer □ does not.

### Which is updated more often, Tabata Timer □ or Smart Workout Counter?

Tabata Timer □ ships an update every 3 weeks, and Smart Workout Counter every 3 days. Most recently, Tabata Timer □ was updated on November 9, 2026 and Smart Workout Counter on November 3, 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.*