# SmartWOD Timer vs Tabata Interval Timer

The clearest difference is rating: SmartWOD Timer at 4.9 against Tabata Interval Timer's 1.0. SmartWOD Timer also leads on ratings volume (54K vs 1) and device support (4 vs 2). Tabata Interval Timer's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (every 2 days vs every 10 days). On price, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. SmartWOD Timer sells 11 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month and Tabata Interval Timer sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

SmartWOD Timer holds the better App Store score, 4.9 against 1.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: SmartWOD Timer has 54K ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

SmartWOD Timer ships an update every 10 days, Tabata Interval Timer every 2 days. The most recent releases landed on September 25, 2026 and September 20, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | SmartWOD Timer | Tabata Interval Timer |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.9 (54K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/smartwod-timer-wod-clock/id1248966041/reviews)** | [1.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tabata-interval-timer-hiit/id6747411297/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **54K** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | 88.6% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 10 days | **Every 2 days** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Freemium |
| Size | 59 MB | 23 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.1** | 17.6 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [SmartWOD GmbH](https://appshunter.io/developer/1248966040) | [Danilo Vilhena](https://appshunter.io/developer/1817864525) |

## 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 (11)**

| 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 |
| Ad-Free | $9.99 | one-time |
| Premium Lifetime | $59.99 | 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 Interval Timer

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tabata-interval-timer-hiit/id6747411297)

This app provides a versatile workout timer for various training styles like HIIT, Tabata, and CrossFit. It features a clean interface, customizable routines, and background operation to keep users focused on their fitness goals.

**Highlights:** Timers for AMRAP, EMOM, For Time, Tabata, HIIT, Custom interval routines, Round and set counters, Mid-workout alerts, Background mode, Save and reuse workouts

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Pro Weekly | $0.99 | per 7 days |
| Pro Yearly | $24.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is SmartWOD Timer free?

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

### Is Tabata Interval Timer free?

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

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

SmartWOD Timer is rated higher. SmartWOD Timer averages 4.9 out of 5 from 54K ratings, while Tabata Interval Timer averages 1.0 from 1 ratings.

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

SmartWOD Timer shows ads; Tabata Interval Timer does not.

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

SmartWOD Timer ships an update every 10 days, and Tabata Interval Timer every 2 days. Most recently, SmartWOD Timer was updated on September 25, 2026 and Tabata Interval Timer on September 20, 2026.

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