# Tabata Timer vs ExTimer

The clearest difference is ratings volume: Tabata Timer at 9.2K against ExTimer's 4. On price, rating, review sentiment and update cadence there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Tabata Timer sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $1.49 per month and ExTimer sells 2 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 5.0 for ExTimer. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Tabata Timer has 9.2K ratings behind it against 4, 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 100% of ExTimer's.

Tabata Timer ships an update every 10 days, ExTimer every 11 days. The most recent releases landed on September 25, 2026 and September 8, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Tabata Timer | ExTimer |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.9 (9.2K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tabata-timer-interval-timer/id1255964203/reviews) | **[5.0 (4 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/extimer-hiit-interval-timer/id1621046444/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **9.2K** | 4 |
| Positive reviews | 98.3% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Every 10 days** | Every 11 days |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 40 MB | 10 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.6 | **15.2** |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch** | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Oleksandr Serhiienko](https://appshunter.io/developer/1255964202) | [Hajime Suzuki](https://appshunter.io/developer/1615906018) |

## 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


### ExTimer

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/extimer-hiit-interval-timer/id1621046444)

This app offers a stylish and customizable interval timer for various activities like workouts, stretching, and time management. With multiple color themes and layout options, it aims to boost training motivation and seamlessly integrate into daily life.

**Highlights:** Stylish and customizable appearance, Multiple color variations and layouts, Supports interval training (HIIT, Tabata), Useful for workouts, stretching, and time management, Light and dark mode options, Vertical and horizontal layout support

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

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Trial 3Days | Free | one-time |
| Hide Ads | $1.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Tabata Timer free?

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

### Is ExTimer free?

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

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

ExTimer is rated higher. Tabata Timer averages 4.9 out of 5 from 9.2K ratings, while ExTimer averages 5.0 from 4 ratings.

### Do Tabata Timer or ExTimer have ads?

Both Tabata Timer and ExTimer show ads.

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

Tabata Timer ships an update every 10 days, and ExTimer every 11 days. Most recently, Tabata Timer was updated on September 25, 2026 and ExTimer on September 8, 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.*