# Tabata Timer vs Workout Timer Interval & HIIT

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Tabata Timer at 98% against Workout Timer Interval & HIIT's 53%. Tabata Timer also leads on rating (4.9 vs 4.5) and ratings volume (9.2K vs 145). Workout Timer Interval & HIIT's advantage is ads (none vs shown). On price, update cadence, in-app purchases and monetization model 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 Timer Interval & HIIT sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Tabata Timer holds the better App Store score, 4.9 against 4.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Tabata Timer has 9.2K ratings behind it against 145, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 98% of Tabata Timer's written reviews are positive against 53% of Workout Timer Interval & HIIT's.

Tabata Timer ships an update every 10 days, Workout Timer Interval & HIIT fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on September 24, 2026 and September 21, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Tabata Timer | Workout Timer Interval & HIIT |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.9 (9.2K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tabata-timer-interval-timer/id1255964203/reviews)** | [4.5 (145 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/workout-timer-interval-and-hiit/id1669997130/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **9.2K** | 145 |
| Positive reviews | **98.3% of reviews** | 53.2% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | **Every 10 days** | Fortnightly |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 40 MB | 29 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.6** | 16.1 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch** | iPhone, Apple Watch |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Oleksandr Serhiienko](https://appshunter.io/developer/1255964202) | [Simon Jansen](https://appshunter.io/developer/1669997132) |

## 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 Timer Interval & HIIT

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/workout-timer-interval-and-hiit/id1669997130)

This app offers customizable interval timers for various training styles like HIIT, Tabata, and Crossfit. Track your progress, enjoy background music, and switch between light and dark modes to enhance your fitness routine.

**Highlights:** Customizable interval timers, Supports HIIT, Tabata, WOD, Crossfit, EMOM, AMRAP, Historical workout tracking, Background music playback, Light and dark mode themes, Intuitive interface

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

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly subscription | $2.99 | per month |
| Premium Yearly | $14.99 | per year |
| Premium | $29.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Tabata Timer free?

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

### Is Workout Timer Interval & HIIT free?

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

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

Tabata Timer is rated higher. Tabata Timer averages 4.9 out of 5 from 9.2K ratings, while Workout Timer Interval & HIIT averages 4.5 from 145 ratings.

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

Tabata Timer shows ads; Workout Timer Interval & HIIT does not.

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

Tabata Timer ships an update every 10 days, and Workout Timer Interval & HIIT fortnightly. Most recently, Tabata Timer was updated on September 24, 2026 and Workout Timer Interval & HIIT 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.*