# Tabata Timer vs Workout Timy

The clearest difference is rating: Tabata Timer at 4.9 against Workout Timy's 4.2. Tabata Timer also leads on review sentiment (98% vs 67%) and ratings volume (9.2K vs 5). Workout Timy's advantage is update cadence (every 3 days vs every 10 days). On price, ads, 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 Timy sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 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 4.2. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Tabata Timer has 9.2K ratings behind it against 5, 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 67% of Workout Timy's.

Tabata Timer ships an update every 10 days, Workout Timy every 3 days. The most recent releases landed on September 24, 2026 and September 23, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Tabata Timer | Workout Timy |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.9 (9.2K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tabata-timer-interval-timer/id1255964203/reviews)** | [4.2 (5 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/workout-timy-gym-hiit-timer/id6447776886/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **9.2K** | 5 |
| Positive reviews | **98.3% of reviews** | 66.7% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 10 days | **Every 3 days** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 40 MB | 62 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.6** | 17.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch** | iPhone |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Oleksandr Serhiienko](https://appshunter.io/developer/1255964202) | [Pepper Factory](https://appshunter.io/developer/1621897753) |

## 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 Timy

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/workout-timy-gym-hiit-timer/id6447776886)

This app offers customizable timers for various workout types, including strength training, HIIT, and Tabata. It features intuitive settings, powerful sound alerts, and progress tracking. The app also automatically records your exercise sessions and helps you set weekly workout goals.

**Highlights:** Workout-specific timers, Intuitive timer settings, Sound alerts and rest reminders, Workout progress tracking, Automatic workout recording, Weekly workout goal setting

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Workout Timy Premium | $0.99 | per month |
| Workout Timy Premium | $8.99 | per year |
| Workout Timy Lifespan | $12.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Tabata Timer free?

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

### Is Workout Timy free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Tabata Timer or Workout Timy?

Tabata Timer is rated higher. Tabata Timer averages 4.9 out of 5 from 9.2K ratings, while Workout Timy averages 4.2 from 5 ratings.

### Do Tabata Timer or Workout Timy have ads?

Both Tabata Timer and Workout Timy show ads.

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

Tabata Timer ships an update every 10 days, and Workout Timy every 3 days. Most recently, Tabata Timer was updated on September 24, 2026 and Workout Timy on September 23, 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.*