# Tabata Timer · vs Exercise HIIT Interval Timer

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Exercise HIIT Interval Timer at 100% against Tabata Timer ·'s 67%. Exercise HIIT Interval Timer also leads on device support (3 vs 1). Tabata Timer ·'s advantage is ratings volume (1.5K vs 2) and rating (4.7 vs 4.5). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Tabata Timer · sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month and Exercise HIIT Interval Timer sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Tabata Timer · holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Tabata Timer · has 1.5K ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 67% of Tabata Timer ·'s written reviews are positive against 100% of Exercise HIIT Interval Timer's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

Tabata Timer · ships an update every 6 weeks, Exercise HIIT Interval Timer every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on November 7, 2026 and November 3, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Tabata Timer · | Exercise HIIT Interval Timer |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.7 (1.5K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tabata-timer/id1531963107/reviews)** | [4.5 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/exercise-hiit-interval-timer/id1595647110/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **1.5K** | 2 |
| Positive reviews | 66.7% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 6 weeks** | Every 3 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Freemium |
| Size | 243 MB | 5 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 | 16.0 |
| Devices | iPhone | **iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [HIIT Apps Sp. z o.o.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1713395721) | [Maxim Antonov](https://appshunter.io/developer/846051995) |

## What reviewers say

### Tabata Timer ·

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tabata-timer/id1531963107)

This interval training timer provides a highly customizable experience for various workout styles, including Tabata. It features a voice assistant, saved workout lists, and music ducking for an enhanced training session.

**Highlights:** Intuitive one-button start, Customizable interval times, Voice assistant with interval descriptions, Music volume ducking, Saved workout lists, Multiple display modes (Tabata, Rounds, Stopwatch, Intervals)

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Intervals \| PRO version | $1.99 | per month |
| Intervals \| PRO version | $4.99 | per month |
| Intervals - PRO | $9.99 | per year |
| Intervals - PRO | $24.99 | per year |
| Treat "Cappuccino" | $1.99 | one-time |
| Treat "Mocaccino" | $2.99 | one-time |
| Intervals \| PRO version | $10.99 | one-time |
| Intervals \| PRO version | $13.99 | one-time |
| Intervals \| PRO version | $14.99 | one-time |
| Intervals \| PRO version | $34.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Easy to use
- 🚀 Keeps you focused
- 🔍 Customizable workouts
- 🔊 Helpful voice cues
- 💡 Versatile for various exercises

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 App freezes or skips counting
- 🔕 Annoying review requests
- 💰 Expensive subscription
- 🔇 Cuts off music playback
- 📱 Confusing UI changes

**Reported bugs**

- Timer not accurately tracking workout duration
- Workouts disappearing after setup
- Inability to use app without subscription

**Requested features**

- Ability to reorder exercises and rounds
- Integration with fitness trackers
- More voice options
- Calorie tracking
- Workout history and progress tracking


### Exercise HIIT Interval Timer

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/exercise-hiit-interval-timer/id1595647110)

Design and execute custom high-intensity interval training routines with this versatile workout timer. Tailor your sessions with adjustable work and rest periods, rounds, and exercise names. Track progress and stay motivated with audio cues and spoken announcements.

**Highlights:** Customizable workout routines, Adjustable work and rest intervals, Spoken exercise announcements, Audio cues for timing, Apple Watch companion app, Progress monitoring

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

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium | $0.99 | per month |
| Premium | $8.49 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Tabata Timer · free?

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

### Is Exercise HIIT Interval Timer free?

Exercise HIIT Interval Timer is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Tabata Timer · or Exercise HIIT Interval Timer?

Tabata Timer · is rated higher. Tabata Timer · averages 4.7 out of 5 from 1.5K ratings, while Exercise HIIT Interval Timer averages 4.5 from 2 ratings.

### Do Tabata Timer · or Exercise HIIT Interval Timer have ads?

Neither Tabata Timer · nor Exercise HIIT Interval Timer shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Tabata Timer · or Exercise HIIT Interval Timer?

Tabata Timer · ships an update every 6 weeks, and Exercise HIIT Interval Timer every 3 months. Most recently, Tabata Timer · was updated on November 7, 2026 and Exercise HIIT Interval Timer on November 3, 2026.

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