# Tabata Timer □ vs Tap Timer

The clearest difference is rating: Tabata Timer □ at 4.9 against Tap Timer's 4.0. Tabata Timer □ also leads on ratings volume (11K vs 7) and iOS requirement (15.6 vs 18.6). On price, review sentiment, update cadence and ads there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Tabata Timer □ sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month and Tap Timer sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Tabata Timer □ holds the better App Store score, 4.9 against 4.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Tabata Timer □ has 11K ratings behind it against 7, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 72% of Tabata Timer □'s written reviews are positive against 67% of Tap Timer's.

Tabata Timer □ ships an update every 3 weeks, Tap Timer fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on November 6, 2026 and November 5, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Tabata Timer □ | Tap Timer |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.9 (11K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tabata-timer/id1134843005/reviews)** | [4.0 (7 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tap-timer-interval-countdown/id6743085630/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **11K** | 7 |
| Positive reviews | **71.5% of reviews** | 66.7% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | **Fortnightly** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 21 MB | 33 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.6** | 18.6 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, Apple Watch |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Float Tech, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/483697886) | [Max Lottermoser](https://appshunter.io/developer/1654810830) |

## 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


### Tap Timer

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tap-timer-interval-countdown/id6743085630)

This app provides silent, vibration-based interval timing directly on your wrist. Build custom routines for workouts, focus sessions, or mindfulness practices with an intuitive drag-and-drop editor. It runs standalone on your Apple Watch and integrates with Apple Health.

**Highlights:** Custom haptic alerts for interval phases, Standalone Apple Watch app, Drag-and-drop routine builder, Apple Health integration, Silent, vibration-based feedback, No ads or subscriptions

**Features:** Apple Watch app, iPhone Duo support

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium Access (Lifetime) | $10.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Tabata Timer □ free?

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

### Is Tap Timer free?

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

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

Tabata Timer □ is rated higher. Tabata Timer □ averages 4.9 out of 5 from 11K ratings, while Tap Timer averages 4.0 from 7 ratings.

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

Neither Tabata Timer □ nor Tap Timer shows ads.

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

Tabata Timer □ ships an update every 3 weeks, and Tap Timer fortnightly. Most recently, Tabata Timer □ was updated on November 6, 2026 and Tap Timer on November 5, 2026.

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