Comparison

HIIT Timer vs PWR Studios

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

Head to head
About

HIIT Timer

This app provides a simple interval timer for various high-intensity training styles like HIIT, Tabata, EMOM, and AMRAP. Track your workouts, maintain streaks, and save custom timer presets for easy access. It's designed for home or gym training and requires no account or subscription.

Highlights
  • HIIT & Tabata timer
  • EMOM interval training
  • AMRAP workout mode
  • Workout calendar tracking
  • Streak and stats tracking
  • Customizable presets
  • Smart workout reminders
Features
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A simple interval timer for HIIT, Tabata, EMOM, and AMRAP workouts. All features are free with ad support. No account. No subscription. No usage limits. ◆ Four workout modes 【HIIT】 Set your own work time, rest time, and rounds. Built for classic high-intensity interval training your way. 【Tabata】 The 20s-on / 10s-off × 8 protocol. One tap to start the original. 【EMOM (Every Minute On the Minute)】 Repeating one-minute intervals. Built for CrossFit, strength training, and conditioning sessions. 【AMRAP (As Many Rounds As Possible)】 Set a time cap and count your rounds. Push the limit. ◆ Keep your streak alive ・Calendar view of every workout day ・Daily streak counter to keep the momentum ・Monthly workout totals at a glance ◆ Save your favorites Save your most-used presets. One tap to start next time. ◆ Smart reminders Weekly reminders that gently push you back on track when you miss a session. ◆ Built to stay out of your way ・No account required. Open the app, set the timer, train ・No bloated features, no upsells, no data harvesting ◆ Made for ・Home HIIT and bodyweight workouts ・Tabata protocols, including custom variations ・Strength training intervals ・Running and cardio circuits ・Yoga and stretching session timing ・CrossFit-style EMOM and AMRAP WODs ・Functional fitness and conditioning No account. No subscription. Just set the timer and go.

About

PWR Studios

Features
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Guiding you through your health and fitness journey! - Book classes online in just a few clicks - Create your own exercise programmes or select from a range provided by the club - Track your progress from all your workouts - Keep track of your body measurements and progress - Take part in regular fitness challenges - Contact club staff directly - Interact and get to know your fellow members - See all the latest club news, offers and events - Refer Friends to the club online - Recipes Library - Video Workout Library Apple Health App Integration Track your progress with our HealthKit app integration to import and measure your daily steps, distance or calories burnt. Also use HealthKit to import your data from a range of different wearable devices.

Screenshots

HIIT Timer4 screens
PWR Studios4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: PWR Studios at none against HIIT Timer's shown. HIIT Timer's advantage is update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 6 weeks). On price, in-app purchases, device support and iOS requirement 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

HIIT Timer ships an update every 2 weeks, PWR Studios every 6 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 7, 2026 and October 10, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 6 level
HIIT Timer versus PWR Studios: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterHIIT TimerPWR Studios
PriceFreeFree
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeks — betterEvery 6 weeks
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationAd-supported—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.015.0
Further details — not scored
Size90 MB57 MB
Age rating4+4+
Developertsyk-appTeamUp Sports

In-app purchases

None

HIIT Timer

No in-app purchases

None

PWR Studios

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is HIIT Timer free?
HIIT Timer is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is PWR Studios free?
PWR Studios is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do HIIT Timer or PWR Studios have ads?
HIIT Timer shows ads; PWR Studios does not.
Which is updated more often, HIIT Timer or PWR Studios?
HIIT Timer ships an update every 2 weeks, and PWR Studios every 6 weeks. Most recently, HIIT Timer was updated on October 7, 2026 and PWR Studios on October 10, 2026.

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