# Tabata Timer · vs Interval

The clearest difference is device support: Interval at 3 against Tabata Timer ·'s 1. Tabata Timer ·'s advantage is iOS requirement (16.0 vs 26.0). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Tabata Timer · sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month and Interval sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Tabata Timer · ships an update every 6 weeks, Interval every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on September 24, 2026 and September 15, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Tabata Timer · | Interval |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.7 (1.5K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tabata-timer/id1531963107/reviews)** | — |
| Number of ratings | **1.5K** | — |
| Positive reviews | 66.7% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 6 weeks** | Every 2 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | — |
| Size | 243 MB | 78 MB |
| Requires iOS | **16.0** | 26.0 |
| Devices | iPhone | **iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [HIIT Apps Sp. z o.o.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1713395721) | [Felix Thron](https://appshunter.io/developer/1868228169) |

## 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


### Interval

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/interval-workout-timer/id6761282472)

**Features:** Apple Watch app

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Interval Timer Pro | $3.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Tabata Timer · free?

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

### Is Interval free?

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

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

Neither Tabata Timer · nor Interval shows ads.

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

Tabata Timer · ships an update every 6 weeks, and Interval every 2 months. Most recently, Tabata Timer · was updated on September 24, 2026 and Interval on September 15, 2026.

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