# Tabata Timer □ vs Workout Timer

The clearest difference is rating: Tabata Timer □ at 4.9 against Workout Timer's 4.3. Tabata Timer □ also leads on monetization model (freemium vs subscription) and ratings volume (10K vs 43). Workout Timer's advantage is update cadence (every 2 days vs monthly) and review sentiment (88% vs 71%). On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Tabata Timer □ sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month and Workout Timer sells 8 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Tabata Timer □ holds the better App Store score, 4.9 against 4.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Tabata Timer □ has 10K ratings behind it against 43, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 71% of Tabata Timer □'s written reviews are positive against 88% of Workout Timer's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

Tabata Timer □ ships an update monthly, Workout Timer every 2 days. The most recent releases landed on October 14, 2026 and September 17, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Tabata Timer □ | Workout Timer |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.9 (10K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tabata-timer/id1134843005/reviews)** | [4.3 (43 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/workout-timer-pro-way/id1588574360/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **10K** | 43 |
| Positive reviews | 71.4% of reviews | **87.5% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Monthly | **Every 2 days** |
| Monetization | **Freemium** | Subscription |
| Size | 30 MB | 36 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.6 | **12.0** |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Float Tech, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/483697886) | [Oleksandr Bilyk](https://appshunter.io/developer/1588574362) |

## 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


### Workout Timer

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/workout-timer-pro-way/id1588574360)

Enhance your workouts with custom timers, motivational quotes, and background operation. This app offers an intuitive interface for setting up and starting your favorite routines quickly. It supports a wide range of fitness activities, from HIIT to CrossFit.

**Highlights:** Workout announcements, Motivational quotes, Personal timer presets, Intuitive interface, Customizable icons and names, Background operation

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (8)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium Workout Timer | $0.99 | per 7 days |
| Premium | $0.99 | per 7 days |
| Premium Boxing Timer | $0.99 | per 7 days |
| Premium Boxing Timer | $5.49 | per 3 months |
| Premium | $7.99 | per 7 days |
| Premium Workout Timer | $9.99 | per 3 months |
| Premium Boxing Timer | $9.99 | per year |
| Premium Workout Timer | $18.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Tabata Timer □ free?

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

### Is Workout Timer free?

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

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

Tabata Timer □ is rated higher. Tabata Timer □ averages 4.9 out of 5 from 10K ratings, while Workout Timer averages 4.3 from 43 ratings.

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

Neither Tabata Timer □ nor Workout Timer shows ads.

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

Tabata Timer □ ships an update monthly, and Workout Timer every 2 days. Most recently, Tabata Timer □ was updated on October 14, 2026 and Workout Timer on September 17, 2026.

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