Comparison

Tabata Timer vs Chime

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

Chime

Features
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Chime gets you from zero to training in seconds. Pick a mode, tap start, and move. Run Tabata, EMOM, AMRAP, or any HIIT-style workout with clear audio cues and haptic feedback that keep pace with you, even when your phone is locked. WORKOUT MODES Tabata The classic 20-on / 10-off format. Eight rounds. AMRAP (As Many Rounds As Possible) Set the clock and chase as many rounds as possible. EMOM (Every Minute On the Minute) Set your rounds and move on the minute, every minute. Custom Dial in your own rounds, work time, and rest time for circuits, conditioning blocks, or strength intervals. FEATURES • Configurable pre-session countdown • Large progress ring, readable at a glance • Audio and haptic cues with independent controls • Timer and cues keep running with your phone locked • Play, pause, skip, and rewind controls during any session • Dark mode support • No ads, no login, no account, no tracking

Screenshots

Tabata Timer4 screens
Chime4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Chime at none against Tabata Timer's 5. Chime also leads on ads (none vs shown). Tabata Timer's advantage is update cadence (every 10 days vs monthly) and device support (4 vs 1). On price 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. Chime asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Tabata Timer ships an update every 10 days, Chime monthly. The most recent releases landed on November 14, 2026 and November 5, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
Tabata Timer versus Chime: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterTabata TimerChime
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.9 (9.5K ratings) — better—
Positive reviews98.4% of reviews—
Number of ratings9.5K — better—
Update frequencyEvery 10 days — betterMonthly
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch — betteriPhone
Requires iOS15.6 — better17
Further details — not scored
Size40 MB7 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperOleksandr SerhiienkoKunal Parmar

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

Chime

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

Chime

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Tabata Timer free?
Tabata Timer is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Chime free?
Chime is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Tabata Timer or Chime have ads?
Tabata Timer shows ads; Chime does not.
Which is updated more often, Tabata Timer or Chime?
Tabata Timer ships an update every 10 days, and Chime monthly. Most recently, Tabata Timer was updated on November 14, 2026 and Chime on November 5, 2026.

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