Comparison

Tabata Timer vs Tabata 20

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

Tabata 20

This app provides a simple and efficient timer for high-intensity interval training (HIIT) using the 20-second exercise, 10-second rest format. Its intuitive interface allows users to start workouts quickly and focus on their training without distractions.

Highlights
  • 20-second exercise intervals
  • 10-second rest intervals
  • Simple and intuitive interface
  • Streamlined workout timer
  • Focuses on HIIT efficiency
Features
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The Tabata 20-10 timer app is a streamlined and efficient tool tailored for "20-second exercise / 10-second rest" interval training, a form of high-intensity interval training (HIIT) that maximizes workout efficiency. It's an essential companion for fitness enthusiasts who demand precision and ease-of-use in their training routines. The app boasts a simple and intuitive interface, allowing users to start their workouts with minimal setup. Its clean design minimizes distractions, enabling users to focus solely on their workout. Tabata 20-10 stands out for its simplicity, functionality, and user-focused design.

Screenshots

Tabata Timer4 screens
Tabata 201 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Tabata 20 at none against Tabata Timer's 5. Tabata 20 also leads on ads (none vs shown). Tabata Timer's advantage is ratings volume (9.4K vs 1) and device support (4 vs 2). On price, rating and iOS requirement 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. Tabata 20 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 Tabata 20. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Tabata Timer has 9.4K ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
Tabata Timer versus Tabata 20: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterTabata TimerTabata 20
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.9 (9.4K ratings)5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Positive reviews98.3% of reviews—
Number of ratings9.4K — better1
Update frequencyEvery 10 days—
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.6 — better16.4
Further details — not scored
Size40 MB1 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperOleksandr SerhiienkoAnthony Klausing

Customer experience

Tabata Timer

All ratings9,441 ratings
Positive99.0%
Neutral0.6%
Negative0.4%
Written reviews2,774 reviews
Positive98.3%
Neutral0.8%
Negative0.8%

Tabata 20

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

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

Tabata 20

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

Tabata 20

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Tabata Timer free?
Tabata Timer is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Tabata 20 free?
Tabata 20 is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Tabata Timer or Tabata 20?
Tabata 20 is rated higher. Tabata Timer averages 4.9 out of 5 from 9.4K ratings, while Tabata 20 averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.
Do Tabata Timer or Tabata 20 have ads?
Tabata Timer shows ads; Tabata 20 does not.

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