# Tabata Timer · vs Workout Timer

The clearest difference is ratings volume: Tabata Timer · at 1.5K against Workout Timer's 1. Workout Timer's advantage is update cadence (weekly vs every 6 weeks) and rating (5.0 vs 4.7). 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 Workout Timer sells 5 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Workout Timer holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Tabata Timer · has 1.5K ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

Tabata Timer · ships an update every 6 weeks, Workout Timer weekly. The most recent releases landed on September 27, 2026 and September 19, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Tabata Timer · | Workout Timer |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.7 (1.5K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tabata-timer/id1531963107/reviews) | **[5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/workout-timer-interval-hiit/id6767314178/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **1.5K** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | 66.7% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 6 weeks | **Weekly** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 243 MB | 40 MB |
| Requires iOS | **16.0** | 16.4 |
| Devices | iPhone | **iPhone, iPad** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [HIIT Apps Sp. z o.o.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1713395721) | [Josh Approved LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1896184651) |

## 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


### Workout Timer

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/workout-timer-interval-hiit/id6767314178)

Create and save custom interval timers for various workout routines like Tabata and HIIT. Features audio cues, haptics, and voice announcements for phase changes. Keeps running with the screen locked and offers Live Activities on iOS.

**Highlights:** Build custom interval timers, Save and reuse timer templates, Audio cues and haptic feedback, Voice announcements for phase changes, Live Activities on iOS Lock Screen, Runs with screen locked

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (5)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Tip | $2.99 | one-time |
| Tip | $4.99 | one-time |
| Tip | $9.99 | one-time |
| Tip | $19.99 | one-time |
| Tip | $49.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Tabata Timer · free?

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

### Is Workout Timer free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Tabata Timer · or Workout Timer?

Workout Timer is rated higher. Tabata Timer · averages 4.7 out of 5 from 1.5K ratings, while Workout Timer averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.

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

Neither Tabata Timer · nor Workout Timer shows ads.

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

Tabata Timer · ships an update every 6 weeks, and Workout Timer weekly. Most recently, Tabata Timer · was updated on September 27, 2026 and Workout Timer on September 19, 2026.

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