# Tabata Timer vs Tone

The clearest difference is ads: Tone at none against Tabata Timer's shown. Tabata Timer's advantage is ratings volume (9.2K vs 1) and device support (4 vs 2). On price, rating, update cadence and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Tabata Timer sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $1.49 per month and Tone sells 33 in-app purchases, starting at $7.99 per month. 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 Tone. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Tabata Timer has 9.2K ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

Tabata Timer ships an update every 10 days, Tone weekly. The most recent releases landed on October 2, 2026 and September 14, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Tabata Timer | Tone |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.9 (9.2K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tabata-timer-interval-timer/id1255964203/reviews) | **[5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tone-track/id6745557697/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **9.2K** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | 98.3% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 10 days | **Weekly** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 40 MB | 102 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.6 | 15.6 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch** | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [Oleksandr Serhiienko](https://appshunter.io/developer/1255964202) | [Gonzalo Rodolfo Fernandez Larravide](https://appshunter.io/developer/1812905468) |

## 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


### Tone

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tone-track/id6745557697)

Access a comprehensive fitness experience with energizing music and expert-led video sessions. Train anytime, anywhere with on-demand classes and build your routine. Unlock premium content through subscriptions or individual purchases.

**Highlights:** Energizing workout music, Expert-led video sessions, On-demand classes, Customizable routines, Premium content access, Cardio, strength, dance, yoga

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Apple Wallet

**In-app purchases (33)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Montly x4 Fractal Subscription | $7.99 | per month |
| Montly x3 Fractal Subscription | $8.49 | per month |
| Fitboots Subscription Trial Test | $9.99 | per month |
| Gil Lopes | $9.99 | per month |
| Christos Gabriel | $9.99 | per month |
| FitBoots - Ultimate Fit Rebound | $10.99 | per month |
| Monthly x1 Fractal Subscription | $10.99 | per month |
| Steel Combat - Monthly Access | $10.99 | per month |
| Steel Training Monthly Access | $10.99 | per month |
| Ultimate Fit Groove-Monthly access | $11.99 | per month |
| Tiben Subscription | $14.99 | per month |
| Urban | $19.99 | per month |
| ToneTrack Album purchase | $11.99 | one-time |
| Mix Fitness beat | $14.99 | one-time |
| ToneTrack Album Video purchase | $17.99 | one-time |
| Fitness Beat Video | $19.99 | one-time |
| 20 dolars Album | $19.99 | one-time |
| Fitness Beat Bundle | $29.99 | one-time |
| ToneTrack Album Video purchase | $29.99 | one-time |
| Tonetrack $58 purchase | $57.99 | one-time |
| Steel Mixes X2 – Special Offer | $59.99 | one-time |
| ToneTrack $75 purchase | $74.99 | one-time |
| ToneTrack $80 purchase | $79.99 | one-time |
| ToneTrack $85 purchase | $84.99 | one-time |
| ToneTrack $89 purchase | $89.99 | one-time |
| ToneTrack $95 purchase | $94.99 | one-time |
| ToneTrack $100 purchase | $99.99 | one-time |
| ToneTrack $105 purchase | $104.99 | one-time |
| ToneTrack $110 purchase | $109.99 | one-time |
| ToneTrack $200 purchase | $199.99 | one-time |
| ToneTrack $250 purchase | $249.99 | one-time |
| ToneTrack $300 Purchase | $299.99 | one-time |
| ToneTrack $400 purchase | $399.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Tabata Timer free?

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

### Is Tone free?

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

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

Tone is rated higher. Tabata Timer averages 4.9 out of 5 from 9.2K ratings, while Tone averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.

### Do Tabata Timer or Tone have ads?

Tabata Timer shows ads; Tone does not.

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

Tabata Timer ships an update every 10 days, and Tone weekly. Most recently, Tabata Timer was updated on October 2, 2026 and Tone on September 14, 2026.

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