# Timer Plus vs Tabata Timer

The clearest difference is rating: Timer Plus at 4.8 against Tabata Timer's 3.8. Timer Plus also leads on ratings volume (60K vs 9) and monetization model (ad-supported vs free with in-app purchases). Tabata Timer's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (weekly vs every 3 weeks). On price, review sentiment and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Timer Plus sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month and Tabata Timer sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Timer Plus holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 3.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Timer Plus has 60K ratings behind it against 9, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 94% of Timer Plus's written reviews are positive against 100% of Tabata Timer's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

Timer Plus ships an update every 3 weeks, Tabata Timer weekly. The most recent releases landed on September 24, 2026 and August 15, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Timer Plus | Tabata Timer |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.8 (60K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/timer-plus-workouts-timer/id1279716547/reviews)** | [3.8 (9 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tabata-timer-boxing-timer/id6474062808/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **60K** | 9 |
| Positive reviews | 93.9% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | **Weekly** |
| Monetization | **Ad-supported** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 27 MB | 5 MB |
| Requires iOS | **13.0** | 17.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [ArGames](https://appshunter.io/developer/1810651723) | [Polybit Studio Pty Ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/1425804524) |

## What reviewers say

### Timer Plus

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/timer-plus-workouts-timer/id1279716547)

This interval training app supports HIIT, circuit, and Tabata workouts with customizable rounds and cycles. It offers background operation, screen flashing, and voice guidance for an enhanced fitness experience. An Apple Watch companion app is also available.

**Highlights:** Customizable rounds and cycles, Interval stopwatch, Background timer operation, Informative screen flash, Save and history of timers, Voice guidance, Apple Watch app

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Apple Watch app, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium Monthly | $2.99 | per month |
| Lifetime Premium | $19.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Simple and easy to use
- 👍 Properly free, no hidden costs
- 👍 Customizable settings
- 👍 User-friendly interface
- 👍 Helpful for physical therapy and workouts

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Music volume issues
- 🐛 Difficulty finding saved timers
- 🐛 Inconsistent notification alerts
- 🐛 Inability to skip rounds

**Reported bugs**

- Timer stopping unexpectedly due to notifications or phone calls
- Inconsistent volume changes when using music
- Difficulty finding and loading saved timers

**Requested features**

- Ability to name and save custom workouts
- Option to turn off countdown sound
- Customizable alert sounds
- Ability to skip or pause rounds
- Connection to health/fitness tracking apps


### Tabata Timer

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tabata-timer-boxing-timer/id6474062808)

This interval training app offers customizable timers for various workouts like Tabata, HIIT, and boxing. It features voice guidance, workout history, and the ability to save presets. Some advanced features require a one-time purchase.

**Highlights:** Customizable work and rest timers, Adjustable number of rounds, Pause, skip, and go back options, Workout history and saved presets, Customizable audio cues with voice guidance, Initial countdown timer, Final seconds alert

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Pro Upgrade | $4.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Timer Plus free?

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

### Is Tabata Timer free?

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

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

Timer Plus is rated higher. Timer Plus averages 4.8 out of 5 from 60K ratings, while Tabata Timer averages 3.8 from 9 ratings.

### Do Timer Plus or Tabata Timer have ads?

Timer Plus shows ads; Tabata Timer does not.

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

Timer Plus ships an update every 3 weeks, and Tabata Timer weekly. Most recently, Timer Plus was updated on September 24, 2026 and Tabata Timer on August 15, 2026.

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