Comparison

Tabata Timer vs Beep Timer

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

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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

Beep Timer

This app provides a free, customizable interval timer for various workouts like HIIT, Tabata, and boxing. It features clear beeps, voice announcements, and a distraction-free dark interface to keep users focused on training. Track progress with workout statistics and save custom routines.

Highlights
  • Free interval timer
  • Customizable intervals and rounds
  • Voice announcements
  • Workout archive and notes
  • Workout statistics
  • Dark mode interface
  • Offline functionality
Features
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Beep Timer - The Free Interval Timer for Every Workout Beep Timer is a simple, free interval timer for HIIT, Tabata, boxing rounds, circuit training, and any workout where seconds matter. Clear beeps, voice announcements, and a distraction-free dark interface keep you focused on training — not your screen. FREE INTERVAL TIMER WITH BEEPS No account. No paywall. Just open the app, set your intervals, and train. Works for beginners and seasoned athletes alike. Whether it's your first HIIT session or your hundredth Tabata protocol, Beep Timer keeps up with you. FULLY CUSTOMIZABLE INTERVALS Set exercise duration, rest periods, and number of rounds to build the perfect timer for any session. Save your presets and load them instantly next time — no setup wasted before a workout. AUDIO BEEPS & VOICE ANNOUNCEMENTS Clear beep sounds count down every interval so you never glance at your phone mid-set. Voice announcements tell you when to push and when to rest — true hands-free, eyes-free training. Adjust beep volume and voice settings independently so your timer never competes with your music. ARCHIVE & ORGANIZE WORKOUTS Save your favorite routines in the workout archive. Add detailed notes to every session — exercises, weights, reps, form cues — so you always remember what you did and can improve on it next time. WORKOUT STATISTICS Stay motivated with built-in workout statistics. See your total sessions, total time trained, and personal milestones as you build your training streak. DESIGNED FOR FOCUS A clean, dark interface with large bold digits keeps the timer readable from across the room. The animated ring shows time remaining at a glance. The screen stays on while you train — no interruptions mid-set. WORKS ANYWHERE No internet required. No account needed. Start a timer, lock your phone, and your beeps still come through loud and clear. BUILT FOR EVERY TRAINING STYLE HIIT (High-Intensity Interval Training) Tabata timer intervals Boxing and MMA round timer Circuit training timer Strength and hypertrophy sets Cardio and endurance sessions Calisthenics workouts Stretching and mobility flows WHO IT'S FOR Athletes who need a precise interval timer HIIT and Tabata fans who want a simple workout timer Boxers and MMA fighters who need a round timer Gym-goers tracking sets, rounds, and rest Anyone who wants a free, no-nonsense fitness timer KEY FEATURES Free interval timer — no account required Beep sound timer with adjustable volume Voice announcements for hands-free training Customizable rounds, sets, and rest periods Tabata timer and HIIT timer support Boxing round timer with bell sounds Workout archive with personal notes Workout statistics and milestones Dark mode interface — easy to read anywhere Screen stays on during workouts Works fully offline — no internet needed Stop watching the clock — let Beep Timer do it for you. Download the free interval timer now and train smarter.

Screenshots

Tabata Timer4 screens
Beep Timer4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Beep Timer at none against Tabata Timer's 5. Tabata Timer's advantage is ratings volume (9.2K vs 1) and device support (4 vs 2). On price, rating, update cadence and ads 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. Beep Timer 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 Beep Timer. 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.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Tabata Timer ships an update every 10 days, Beep Timer every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 3, 2026 and September 24, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
Tabata Timer versus Beep Timer: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterTabata TimerBeep Timer
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.9 (9.2K ratings)5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Positive reviews98.3% of reviews—
Number of ratings9.2K — better1
Update frequencyEvery 10 days — betterEvery 3 weeks
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesAd-supported — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch — betteriPhone, iPod
Requires iOS15.615.1 — better
Further details — not scored
Size40 MB57 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperOleksandr SerhiienkoDaniel Huda

Customer experience

Tabata Timer

All ratings9,173 ratings
Positive99.0%
Neutral0.7%
Negative0.4%
Written reviews2,715 reviews
Positive98.3%
Neutral0.8%
Negative0.8%

Beep Timer

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

Beep Timer

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

Beep Timer

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Tabata Timer free?
Tabata Timer is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Beep Timer free?
Beep Timer is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Tabata Timer or Beep Timer?
Beep Timer is rated higher. Tabata Timer averages 4.9 out of 5 from 9.2K ratings, while Beep Timer averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.
Do Tabata Timer or Beep Timer have ads?
Both Tabata Timer and Beep Timer show ads.
Which is updated more often, Tabata Timer or Beep Timer?
Tabata Timer ships an update every 10 days, and Beep Timer every 3 weeks. Most recently, Tabata Timer was updated on October 3, 2026 and Beep Timer on September 24, 2026.

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