# SmartWOD Timer vs Tabata Timer

The clearest difference is rating: SmartWOD Timer at 4.9 against Tabata Timer's 4.3. SmartWOD Timer also leads on ratings volume (54K vs 26) and review sentiment (88% vs 75%). Tabata Timer's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and monetization model (free vs free with in-app purchases). On price, update cadence, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. SmartWOD Timer sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month and Tabata Timer sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

SmartWOD Timer holds the better App Store score, 4.9 against 4.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: SmartWOD Timer has 54K ratings behind it against 26, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 88% of SmartWOD Timer's written reviews are positive against 75% of Tabata Timer's.

SmartWOD Timer ships an update every 10 days, Tabata Timer weekly. The most recent releases landed on November 13, 2026 and November 8, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | SmartWOD Timer | Tabata Timer |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.9 (54K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/smartwod-timer-wod-clock/id1248966041/reviews)** | [4.3 (26 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tabata-timer-gofit-now/id1337493527/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **54K** | 26 |
| Positive reviews | **88.5% of reviews** | 75.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 10 days | **Weekly** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Size | 59 MB | 32 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.1 | **11.0** |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch** | iPhone, iPod, Apple Watch |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [SmartWOD GmbH](https://appshunter.io/developer/1248966040) | [宇超 朱](https://appshunter.io/developer/837606978) |

## What reviewers say

### SmartWOD Timer

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/smartwod-timer-wod-clock/id1248966041)

This app provides a versatile timer for various functional fitness routines like AMRAP, EMOM, and Tabata. It features customizable intervals, motivational cues, and a clear display, making it suitable for gym or home workouts.

**Highlights:** AMRAP, EMOM, For Time, Tabata timers, Customizable MIX timer, Motivational sound and voice cues, Mid-workout reminders, Round counter, Landscape mode with large display, Background operation

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

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium 1 month | $2.99 | per month |
| Premium 1 Month Special | $2.99 | per month |
| Premium+ Monthly | $3.99 | per month |
| Premium 1 Year | $14.99 | per year |
| Premium 1 Year Special | $14.99 | per year |
| Premium+ Yearly | $29.99 | per year |
| Ad-Free | $3.99 | one-time |
| Ad-Free | $4.99 | one-time |
| Premium Lifetime | $89.99 | one-time |
| Premium Lifetime Special | $89.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Great app & customer service
- 👍 Good app with customizable workouts
- 👍 Versatile with different timer modes
- 👍 Easy to use and straightforward
- 👍 Keeps a workout log

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Timer doesn't save or stops workout
- 🔊 Hard to hear beeps over music
- 🔒 Lifetime purchase not transferable across devices

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes on iOS 13.4.1
- Workout notes not showing up
- Music interruption during workouts

**Requested features**

- Apple Watch integration
- Ability to skip sections of a workout
- Louder beep/countdown volume
- Workout log sync across devices
- Split-screen support on iPad


### Tabata Timer

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tabata-timer-gofit-now/id1337493527)

This app offers a professional and user-friendly interval training timer. Customize workout plans, set durations for various sessions, and receive smart voice prompts. It supports background operation, music integration, and Apple Watch.

**Highlights:** Customizable training plans, Smart voice prompts, Automatic music playback, Background operation, Apple Watch support, Apple Health integration

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

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| UNLIMITED TABATA TIMER | $2.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is SmartWOD Timer free?

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

### Is Tabata Timer free?

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

### Which has better reviews, SmartWOD Timer or Tabata Timer?

SmartWOD Timer is rated higher. SmartWOD Timer averages 4.9 out of 5 from 54K ratings, while Tabata Timer averages 4.3 from 26 ratings.

### Do SmartWOD Timer or Tabata Timer have ads?

SmartWOD Timer shows ads; Tabata Timer does not.

### Which is updated more often, SmartWOD Timer or Tabata Timer?

SmartWOD Timer ships an update every 10 days, and Tabata Timer weekly. Most recently, SmartWOD Timer was updated on November 13, 2026 and Tabata Timer on November 8, 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.*