Comparison

Tabata Timer · vs Timer Hiit

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

Head to head
About

Tabata Timer ·

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
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Special timer for interval training. This Interval Tabata Timer offers: • Very intuitive interface. After installing this timer you need to press one button to start a tabata workout with classic settings. • Ability to set up prepare, work, rest, rest between sets, cool down time, number of cycles and sets. • Intervals can be configured individually. With this interval training timer you can create any interval workout with any sequence of intervals. • Voice assistant with text-to-speech. • Add descriptions to intervals that will be displayed on the timer screen and will be voiced. • Bright and nice colors. • Ability to lower the volume in your music player while playing the timer sounds (ducking). • List of your saved workouts. • NEW! Quick workout - setup your workout with fast and ease. The opportunity to display mode: - Tabata Protocol. - Rounds. - Stopwatch. - Intervals. Tabata is a form of high-intensity interval training (HIIT): • Workout hard for 20 seconds • Rest for 10 seconds • Complete 8 rounds It's time to train, good luck! Terms of Use and Privacy Policy: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1FMzBsd_mSO69xuzkpOKljPPtxRMWMTzt2iGs6wJIhik

About

Timer Hiit

Features
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Introducing Hiit Timer, the latest workout timer app designed to effortlessly guide you through your Hiit, Tabata, Circuit Training workouts, or any customized plan tailored just for you. Timer Mode: + Supports standard workout modes with consistent training times for each set. + Customize your own timer settings for different workout sessions. + Save multiple workouts for future use. INTERVAL TIMER: + Simplified screen focusing on time tracking. + Multilingual CountTimer for an easier workout experience. + Clear color differentiation between workout types. + Engaging yet simple effects to keep boredom at bay. + Vibration support for enhanced focus. + Large, screen-filling digits for easy visibility from a distance. Additional Features: + Easily track your workout history. + Completely free with full feature access. + Multiple themes for a personalized experience. + Multilingual support. This app includes an optional auto-renewable subscription (Premium ): Then an auto-renewable monthly subscription. Payment will be charged to your Apple account at confirmation of purchase and will automatically renew (at the duration/price selected) unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hrs before the end of the current period. Account will be charged for renewal within 24-hours prior to the end of the current period. Current subscription may not be cancelled during the active subscription period; however, you can manage your subscription and/or turn off auto-renewal by visiting your Apple Account Settings after purchase. Any unused portion of the free initial period will be forfeited when you purchase a subscription. Privacy Policy: https://www.qrdynamic.xyz/policy-timer-hiit Terms of Use: https://www.qrdynamic.xyz/terms-timer-hiit

Screenshots

Tabata Timer ·4 screens
Timer Hiit4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: Tabata Timer · at none against Timer Hiit's shown. Timer Hiit's advantage is update cadence (every 10 days vs every 6 weeks) and iOS requirement (13.4 vs 16.0). On price, in-app purchases and device support 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 10 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month and Timer Hiit sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Tabata Timer · ships an update every 6 weeks, Timer Hiit every 10 days. The most recent releases landed on September 24, 2026 and September 12, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Tabata Timer · versus Timer Hiit: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterTabata Timer ·Timer Hiit
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.7 (1.5K ratings) — better—
Positive reviews66.7% of reviews—
Number of ratings1.5K — better—
Update frequencyEvery 6 weeksEvery 10 days — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPod — better
Requires iOS16.013.4 — better
Further details — not scored
Size243 MB23 MB
Age rating4+17+
DeveloperHIIT Apps Sp. z o.o.Huy Huynh Thanh

Bugs and requests

Tabata Timer ·

Reported bugs

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

Requested features

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

Timer Hiit

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

10 purchases

Tabata Timer ·

Subscriptions4
  • Intervals | PRO version$1.991 Month
  • Intervals | PRO version$4.991 Month
  • Intervals - PRO7 Days trial$9.991 Year
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  • Intervals - PRO7 Days trial$24.991 Year
One-time6
  • Treat "Cappuccino"$1.99
  • Treat "Mocaccino"$2.99
  • Intervals | PRO version$10.99
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  • Intervals | PRO version$13.99
  • Intervals | PRO version$14.99
  • Intervals | PRO version$34.99
3 purchases

Timer Hiit

Subscriptions3
  • month$0.991 Month
  • 3 monthly sub$0.993 Months
  • 12 monthly sub$1.991 Year

Questions

Is Tabata Timer · free?
Tabata Timer · is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Timer Hiit free?
Timer Hiit is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Tabata Timer · or Timer Hiit have ads?
Timer Hiit shows ads; Tabata Timer · does not.
Which is updated more often, Tabata Timer · or Timer Hiit?
Tabata Timer · ships an update every 6 weeks, and Timer Hiit every 10 days. Most recently, Tabata Timer · was updated on September 24, 2026 and Timer Hiit on September 12, 2026.

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