Comparison

Tabata Timer vs IronSport

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

IronSport

Features
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"Welcome to the IronSport members app! Download our app to plan and book your fitness classes. At the click of a button, you can view class schedules, sign up for classes and even invite a friend to join you! With the app, you’ll keep in touch with IronSport staff and coaches, receive notifications, news and reminders. After setting up your personal profile in the app, you'll be able to easily renew your membership, purchase IronSport merchandise and connect with other IronSport members. Download the App today! This app is powered by Arbox, the leading fitness management platform for fitness and wellness businesses. Visit arboxapp.com for more information. "

Screenshots

Tabata Timer4 screens
IronSport4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: IronSport at none against Tabata Timer's 5. IronSport also leads on ads (none vs shown) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.6). Tabata Timer's advantage is update cadence (every 10 days vs every 21 months) and device support (4 vs 2). On price 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. IronSport asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Tabata Timer ships an update every 10 days, IronSport every 21 months. The most recent releases landed on October 19, 2026 and October 11, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
Tabata Timer versus IronSport: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterTabata TimerIronSport
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.9 (9.2K ratings) — better—
Positive reviews98.4% of reviews—
Number of ratings9.2K — better—
Update frequencyEvery 10 days — betterEvery 21 months
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch — betteriPhone, iPod
Requires iOS15.613.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size40 MB24 MB
Age rating4+17+
DeveloperOleksandr SerhiienkoArbox LTD

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

IronSport

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

IronSport

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Tabata Timer free?
Tabata Timer is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is IronSport free?
IronSport is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Tabata Timer or IronSport have ads?
Tabata Timer shows ads; IronSport does not.
Which is updated more often, Tabata Timer or IronSport?
Tabata Timer ships an update every 10 days, and IronSport every 21 months. Most recently, Tabata Timer was updated on October 19, 2026 and IronSport on October 11, 2026.

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