Comparison

Tabata Timer vs HIIT & Tabata Workout

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Tabata Timer

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
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Become better, faster, and stronger — together with Tabata Timer for Workouts! A simple yet powerful HIIT and Tabata timer for cardio, CrossFit, and any high-intensity training. Beginners can start with one tap, while advanced users get full control over every interval. Create custom workouts: adjust work and rest times, sets, and cycles; add interval names, background music, and voice cues. The app runs smoothly in the background, supports vibration, music ducking, and much more. More than just a stopwatch — your personal workout partner that keeps you focused, motivated, and on track anywhere — at home, in the gym, or outdoors. https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

HIIT & Tabata Workout

Create and customize your own high-intensity interval training (HIIT) and Tabata routines with an intuitive interface. Set voice commands for each activity to stay on track during workouts. Save sessions to Apple Health and track progress with insightful features.

Highlights
  • Custom HIIT routine creation
  • Voice command integration
  • Apple Health saving
  • Progress tracking with Insights
  • Social sharing of results
Features
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HIIT & Tabata Workout is the ultimate app for creating and customizing your own HIIT routines. With our easy-to-use interface, you can easily add and organize the activities you want to include in your routine. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced fitness enthusiast, HIIT & Tabata Timer has something for everyone. But that's not all - our app also lets you specify voice commands for each activity, making it easier to stay on track during your workouts. Just make sure to turn off silent mode on your phone to hear the commands! And when you're finished with your HIIT session, you can save it in apple health. You can use our Insights feature to track your progress and share your results with friends and family on social media. With HIIT & Tabata Timer, you'll have everything you need to create and execute the perfect HIIT routine.

Screenshots

Tabata Timer4 screens
HIIT & Tabata Workout4 screens

Verdict

The call

Tabata Timer and HIIT & Tabata Workout both sit at 4.9 stars, but that hides the real split: 98% of Tabata Timer's written reviews are positive against 50% of HIIT & Tabata Workout's. Tabata Timer also leads on ratings volume (9.2K vs 1) and update cadence (every 10 days vs every 4 weeks). HIIT & Tabata Workout's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 5) and ads (none vs shown). On price, rating and device support there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Tabata Timer sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $1.49 per month. HIIT & Tabata Workout asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.9 for Tabata Timer against 5.0 for HIIT & Tabata Workout. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Tabata Timer has 9.2K ratings behind it against 1, 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 50% of HIIT & Tabata Workout's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Tabata Timer ships an update every 10 days, HIIT & Tabata Workout every 4 weeks. Both last shipped on September 25, 2026.

Scorecard7 real differences · 3 level
Tabata Timer versus HIIT & Tabata Workout: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterTabata TimerHIIT & Tabata Workout
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.9 (9.2K ratings)5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Positive reviews98.3% of reviews — better50.0% of reviews
Number of ratings9.2K — better1
Update frequencyEvery 10 days — betterEvery 4 weeks
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch — betteriPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.613.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size40 MB41 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperOleksandr SerhiienkoKushtrim Abdiju

Customer experience

Tabata Timer

All ratings9,173 ratings
Positive99.0%
Neutral0.7%
Negative0.4%
Written reviews2,706 reviews
Positive98.3%
Neutral0.8%
Negative0.8%

HIIT & Tabata Workout

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews2 reviews
Positive50.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative50.0%

Bugs and requests

Tabata Timer

Reported bugs

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

Requested features

5 requests
  • 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

HIIT & Tabata Workout

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

5 purchases

Tabata Timer

Subscriptions4
  • Premium$1.491 Month
  • Premium$2.993 Months
  • Premium$4.496 Months
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  • Premium$7.491 Year
One-time1
  • Premium$9.99
None

HIIT & Tabata Workout

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Tabata Timer free?
Tabata Timer is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is HIIT & Tabata Workout free?
HIIT & Tabata Workout is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Tabata Timer or HIIT & Tabata Workout?
HIIT & Tabata Workout is rated higher. Tabata Timer averages 4.9 out of 5 from 9.2K ratings, while HIIT & Tabata Workout averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.
Do Tabata Timer or HIIT & Tabata Workout have ads?
Tabata Timer shows ads; HIIT & Tabata Workout does not.
Which is updated more often, Tabata Timer or HIIT & Tabata Workout?
Tabata Timer ships an update every 10 days, and HIIT & Tabata Workout every 4 weeks. Most recently, Tabata Timer was updated on September 25, 2026 and HIIT & Tabata Workout on September 25, 2026.

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