# Tabata Timer vs Workout & Interval Timer

The clearest difference is ratings volume: Tabata Timer at 9.2K against Workout & Interval Timer's 29. Tabata Timer also leads on review sentiment (98% vs 85%). On price, rating, update cadence and ads there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Tabata Timer sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $1.49 per month and Workout & Interval Timer sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. 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 Workout & Interval Timer. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Tabata Timer has 9.2K ratings behind it against 29, 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 85% of Workout & Interval Timer's.

Tabata Timer ships an update every 10 days, Workout & Interval Timer every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 1, 2026 and September 28, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Tabata Timer | Workout & Interval Timer |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.9 (9.2K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tabata-timer-interval-timer/id1255964203/reviews)** | [4.8 (29 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/workout-and-interval-timer-hiit/id1516092766/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **9.2K** | 29 |
| Positive reviews | **98.3% of reviews** | 84.6% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Every 10 days** | Every 2 weeks |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 40 MB | 23 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.6 | **14.0** |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch** | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Oleksandr Serhiienko](https://appshunter.io/developer/1255964202) | [Masafumi Negishi](https://appshunter.io/developer/1516092765) |

## 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


### Workout & Interval Timer

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/workout-and-interval-timer-hiit/id1516092766)

This app provides a customizable timer for fitness routines, including Tabata training. Easily set workout durations, intervals, and sets, with options for sound and vibration alerts. Save frequently used timers for quick access.

**Highlights:** Customizable workout intervals, Set number of sets, Save frequently used timers, Sound and vibration alerts, Read aloud function, Simple and easy interface

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Hide Ads | $3.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Tabata Timer free?

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

### Is Workout & Interval Timer free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Tabata Timer or Workout & Interval Timer?

Tabata Timer is rated higher. Tabata Timer averages 4.9 out of 5 from 9.2K ratings, while Workout & Interval Timer averages 4.8 from 29 ratings.

### Do Tabata Timer or Workout & Interval Timer have ads?

Both Tabata Timer and Workout & Interval Timer show ads.

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

Tabata Timer ships an update every 10 days, and Workout & Interval Timer every 2 weeks. Most recently, Tabata Timer was updated on October 1, 2026 and Workout & Interval Timer on September 28, 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.*