Comparison

Tabby Timer vs Tap Timer

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

Head to head
About

Tabby Timer

This app provides a straightforward interval timer designed for the Tabata workout method. It guides you through preparation, exercise, and rest periods with clear voice prompts. The timer is designed for simplicity with no ads or complex settings.

Highlights
  • Tabata interval timing
  • 10-second preparation time
  • 20-second exercise intervals
  • 10-second rest intervals
  • Voice prompts for intervals
  • Last 3-second countdown
Features
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Start your timer and Tabby counts down your 10 second preparation time, followed by intervals of 20 seconds of exercise and 10 seconds of rest. The voice prompts explain what interval you're about to start, and the last 3 seconds are ticked off. There are no configuration options, no ads, no fluff. Just a simple interval timer set up for the Tabata method.

About

Tap Timer

This app provides silent, precise interval timing using haptic feedback directly on your wrist. Create custom workouts with a drag-and-drop editor and run them independently on your smartwatch. It seamlessly integrates with health tracking for a discreet and powerful timing experience.

Highlights
  • Custom haptic intervals
  • Drag & drop interval editor
  • Standalone Apple Watch operation
  • Health & Activity Rings integration
  • Silent, discreet timing
  • Versatile workout and focus modes
Features
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FEEL YOUR TIME — SILENT & PRECISE. - Discreet: Haptic signals right on your wrist — no sound, no screen-checking. - Standalone: Runs 100% natively on Apple Watch — leave your iPhone behind. - Powerful: Build complex intervals in seconds using drag and drop. - Versatile: HIIT, Tabata, CrossFit, MMA, Pomodoro, breathwork and more. Welcome to Tap Timer — the silent interval timer you feel on your wrist. Forget distracting alarms and beeps. Tap Timer uses the Taptic Engine of your Apple Watch to deliver precise, silent vibration patterns for every phase change. In a loud gym, a quiet library, a boxing ring, or a breathwork practice: you feel exactly where you are in your routine without ever looking at a screen. BUILD COMPLEX INTERVALS From a standard Tabata, heavy lifting session, or kettlebell workout to CrossFit WODs, pilates, and circuit training. Structure your workout timer on iPhone using an intuitive drag-and-drop editor. Everything syncs instantly to your wrist via iCloud. No accounts, no subscriptions, no setup. DISTINCT HAPTIC FEEDBACK Assign distinct vibration alerts for your prep countdown, work phase, rest timer, and cool-down. Keep it subtle for a meditation timer or breathwork, or sharp and distinct for a boxing or MMA training session. WRIST-FIRST EXPERIENCE Built specifically for Apple Watch. Leave your iPhone in the locker room. Tap Timer runs entirely standalone on your watch as a true watch timer — no phone required mid-session. KEY FEATURES ► Custom Haptic Alerts: Configure vibration patterns for every interval block. ► Drag & Drop Editor: Effortlessly structure fitness routines, focus blocks, or breathing sequences. ► Standalone Apple Watch App: Completely independent execution on your wrist. ► Apple Health Integration: Logs heart rate, active minutes, and workout types directly to your Activity Rings. ► Privacy First: Zero tracking. No ads. All data stays in your private iCloud. IDEAL USE CASES - Fitness & Combat Sports: HIIT, Tabata, EMOM, AMRAP, MMA, boxing, weight lifting, and round timer setups. - Cardio & Movement: Running intervals, crossfit, pilates, and stretching routines. - Productivity & Focus: Pomodoro technique, timeboxing, and deep work sessions. - Public Speaking: Silent speech timer and presentation pacing. - Mindfulness: Guided breathwork, yoga, and quiet meditation timer routines. PRICING Free to download. Unlock full access via a single, one-time purchase. No subscriptions, ever. End User License Agreement (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

Tabby Timer3 screens
Tap Timer4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Tap Timer at 5.0 against Tabby Timer's 3.0. Tabby Timer's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 4) and update cadence (every 3 days vs fortnightly). On price, ratings volume 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. Tap Timer sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per 7 days. Tabby Timer asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Tap Timer holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 3.0. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 2 and 1 respectively.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Tabby Timer ships an update every 3 days, Tap Timer fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on September 24, 2026 and October 9, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
Tabby Timer versus Tap Timer: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterTabby TimerTap Timer
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.0 (2 ratings)5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Positive reviews—100.0% of reviews
Number of ratings2 — better1
Update frequencyEvery 3 days — betterFortnightly
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple TV — betteriPhone, Apple Watch
Requires iOS12.0 — better18.6
Further details — not scored
Size8 MB30 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperKenzie CampbellMax Lottermoser

Customer experience

Tabby Timer

All ratings2 ratings
Positive50.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative50.0%

Tap Timer

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

None

Tabby Timer

No in-app purchases

4 purchases

Tap Timer

Subscriptions3
  • Premium Access (Weekly)$0.997 Days
  • Premium Access (Monthly)$2.991 Month
  • Premium Access (Annual)$17.991 Year
One-time1
  • Premium Access (Lifetime)$6.99

Questions

Is Tabby Timer free?
Tabby Timer is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Tap Timer free?
Tap Timer is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Tabby Timer or Tap Timer?
Tap Timer is rated higher. Tabby Timer averages 3.0 out of 5 from 2 ratings, while Tap Timer averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.
Do Tabby Timer or Tap Timer have ads?
Neither Tabby Timer nor Tap Timer shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Tabby Timer or Tap Timer?
Tabby Timer ships an update every 3 days, and Tap Timer fortnightly. Most recently, Tabby Timer was updated on September 24, 2026 and Tap Timer on October 9, 2026.

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