# Tabata Timer vs Multi

The clearest difference is ratings volume: Tabata Timer at 9.2K against Multi's 105. Tabata Timer also leads on update cadence (every 10 days vs monthly) and review sentiment (98% vs 86%). On price, rating, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Tabata Timer sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $1.49 per month and Multi sells 4 one-off in-app purchases. 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 4.8 for Multi. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Tabata Timer has 9.2K ratings behind it against 105, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 98% of Tabata Timer's written reviews are positive against 86% of Multi's.

Tabata Timer ships an update every 10 days, Multi monthly. The most recent releases landed on September 24, 2026 and September 21, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Tabata Timer | Multi |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.9 (9.2K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tabata-timer-interval-timer/id1255964203/reviews)** | [4.8 (105 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/multi-timer-stopwatch-and-timer/id1501162474/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **9.2K** | 105 |
| Positive reviews | **98.3% of reviews** | 86.4% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Every 10 days** | Monthly |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 40 MB | 123 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.6** | 17.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Oleksandr Serhiienko](https://appshunter.io/developer/1255964202) | [Koki Osada](https://appshunter.io/developer/1501162473) |

## What reviewers say

### Tabata Timer

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tabata-timer-interval-timer/id1255964203)

This app provides a versatile interval timer for high-intensity workouts like HIIT and Tabata. Users can create custom routines with adjustable work/rest times, sets, and cycles, and receive voice cues. It functions as a background companion to keep you focused during training.

**Highlights:** Customizable interval timers, HIIT and Tabata training support, Adjustable work and rest times, Set and cycle configuration, Interval naming, Background operation, Voice cues

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

**In-app purchases (5)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium | $1.49 | per month |
| Premium | $2.99 | per 3 months |
| Premium | $4.49 | per 6 months |
| Premium | $7.49 | per year |
| Premium | $9.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 User-friendly
- 🚀 Customizable workouts
- 🔊 Clear audio cues
- 💡 Ability to save multiple workouts
- 🎵 Plays music in the background

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Occasional crashes or glitches
- 🔒 Limited free version (only 2 saved workouts)
- 💰 Paid version required for more features
- 🔀 Easy to accidentally skip intervals
- 🔍 Cluttered interface for some users

**Reported bugs**

- Workouts not saving properly
- Sync issues between app and Apple Watch
- Occasional freezing or restarting of device

**Requested features**

- Ability to name and save more workouts in free version
- Option to add exercise images or videos
- Sync workouts across devices
- Customizable sounds and alerts
- Workout history and progress tracking


### Multi

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/multi-timer-stopwatch-and-timer/id1501162474)

This app offers multiple stopwatches and interval timers for precise time management. It's ideal for athletes, coaches, students, and anyone needing to track multiple events or durations simultaneously. Features include lap timing, interval customization, and video synchronization for detailed analysis.

**Highlights:** Run multiple stopwatches simultaneously, Record lap and split times, Customizable interval timers, Video-synced timing (premium), Export data to Excel/Google Sheets, Sound and vibration alerts

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

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Grade up timer | $0.99 | one-time |
| NoLook Timer | $0.99 | one-time |
| Oline Timer | $1.99 | one-time |
| remove ads | $2.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Tabata Timer free?

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

### Is Multi free?

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

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

Tabata Timer is rated higher. Tabata Timer averages 4.9 out of 5 from 9.2K ratings, while Multi averages 4.8 from 105 ratings.

### Do Tabata Timer or Multi have ads?

Both Tabata Timer and Multi show ads.

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

Tabata Timer ships an update every 10 days, and Multi monthly. Most recently, Tabata Timer was updated on September 24, 2026 and Multi on September 21, 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.*