Comparison

Gymborg Boxing Timer vs Tabata Timer

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

Head to head
About

Gymborg Boxing Timer

This app provides a customizable round timer for various combat sports, HIIT, and interval training. Easily set up profiles for different sports, manage round durations, and receive alerts for transitions. Enjoy seamless music playback during your workouts.

Highlights
  • Customizable round profiles
  • Round and break alerts
  • Adjustable warm-up time
  • Music playback integration
  • Color-coded intervals
  • Always On mode
Features
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Gymborg Boxing Timer is a round timer designed for training in any round sport such as Boxing Martial Arts, Wrestling, Mixed Martial Arts (MMA), Muay Thai, Kick Boxing, BJJ, Yoga or for any other round timer needs. It’s simple, modern and effective and works well also for HIIT trainings like TABATA, CrossFit. Use it whenever you want, wherever you are for boxing training, MMA, HIIT, Tabata, Yoga, Muay Thai, BJJ, Kick Boxing, Superset, Inverval Training or any other sport requiring rounds or intervals. Features: - Easy-to-config multiple profiles - Round end, break end warning - Inner round alert - Customizable warm up time - Always On mode (adjustable). - Playing music and training with Gymborg Boxing Timer at the same time - Color code for Warm Up, Fight, Break or customise as you want - Round intervals can be change - Create custom profiles to suit your need - Create each profile for each different sport - Mute the app if you want it - Create alarms to remind you in app

About

Tabata Timer

Features
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TABATA TIMER - Fast, focused, and built for real-world training Crush intervals without fuss. This Tabata timer helps you start faster, push harder, and track progress with zero distractions. Perfect for HIIT, EMOM, AMRAP, boxing, running sprints, kettlebells, or quick at-home sessions. Core features: - One-tap Start & Presets: Classic Tabata (20s work / 10s rest × 8) plus custom presets for HIIT, EMOM, and circuit rounds. - Flexible Intervals: Configure warm-up, work, rest, rounds, sets, and cool-down-save as templates. - Clear Audio & Haptics: Distinct sounds and vibration cues for start, rest, last-seconds countdown, and transitions (works in background). - Voice Coach: Optional spoken countdowns, next interval cues, and round markers. - Music-friendly: Timer sounds duck music so you can keep your playlist rolling. - Big, High-Contrast Display: At-a-glance time left, next interval, current round/set, and total progress. - Quick Controls: Pause, skip, add time, or repeat the last interval mid-workout. - Widgets & Quick Start: Jump into your favorite preset right from your home screen (where supported). - Dark Mode & Themes: Train day or night with clean, readable colors. - Offline by Design: No account required to start training. How it works: - Pick a preset (or build your own in seconds). - Hit Start-follow the sounds, voice cues, and on-screen progress. - Save the session or repeat it next time. - Personalization - Adjustable beep types, volumes, haptics, and last-seconds countdown. - Custom round/set naming (e.g., “Push-ups”, “Burpees”). - Smart screen-awake option during workouts. - Progress & history - Workout log with duration, rounds completed, and notes. - Personal bests and streak highlights to keep you consistent. Who it’s for: - Athletes and coaches who need reliable intervals. - Busy people who want effective 4-20 minute sessions. - Runners, cyclists, and boxers needing structured efforts. - Home, gym, or outdoor training. - Why choose this timer - Fast setup, zero clutter-made for training, not tapping. - Reliable cues you can hear and feel-on lock screen or with music. - Flexible enough for any protocol, from Tabata sprints to strength circuits. - Accessibility & safety - Large fonts, high contrast, and haptics support. - Remember to consult a professional before intense exercise and train within your limits. Privacy Policy: https://shorturl.at/slLoz Terms of Use: https://shorturl.at/28Bhy

Screenshots

Gymborg Boxing Timer4 screens
Tabata Timer4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: Tabata Timer at none against Gymborg Boxing Timer's shown. Gymborg Boxing Timer's advantage is device support (3 vs 1) and iOS requirement (15.6 vs 17.0). On price, update cadence and in-app purchases 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. Gymborg Boxing Timer sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Tabata Timer sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $7.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Gymborg Boxing Timer ships an update every 3 months, Tabata Timer every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 24, 2026 and October 26, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Gymborg Boxing Timer versus Tabata Timer: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterGymborg Boxing TimerTabata Timer
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.7 (111 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews50.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings111 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 3 monthsEvery 2 months — better
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone
Requires iOS15.6 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size20 MB36 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperThang NguyenMobiqo

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Gymborg Boxing Timer

One-time1
  • Pro Upgrade$5.99
2 purchases

Tabata Timer

Subscriptions2
  • Weekly Subscription3 Days trial$7.997 Days
  • Annual subscription$29.991 Year

Questions

Is Gymborg Boxing Timer free?
Gymborg Boxing Timer is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Tabata Timer free?
Tabata Timer is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Gymborg Boxing Timer or Tabata Timer have ads?
Gymborg Boxing Timer shows ads; Tabata Timer does not.
Which is updated more often, Gymborg Boxing Timer or Tabata Timer?
Gymborg Boxing Timer ships an update every 3 months, and Tabata Timer every 2 months. Most recently, Gymborg Boxing Timer was updated on October 24, 2026 and Tabata Timer on October 26, 2026.

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