Comparison

HIIT Workout vs Zabata

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

Head to head
About

HIIT Workout

This adaptable timer app helps you customize sports and fitness routines, from HIIT to yoga. It also supports productivity by allowing timed work intervals, like the Pomodoro technique. Enjoy a clutter-free interface with customizable sound and themes.

Highlights
  • Customizable workout intervals
  • Preparation and rest time settings
  • Save custom timers
  • Sound on/off option
  • Light and dark themes
  • Multiple language support
  • Minimalistic design
Features
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Make every second count with Interval Timer — a clean, powerful HIIT and Tabata timer built for your workouts. Set your prep, work and rest intervals, choose your rounds, and let the app guide you through every session so you can focus entirely on training. From high-intensity interval training and Tabata to circuit work, boxing, running and yoga, Interval Timer adapts to whatever you do. It's just as useful away from the gym, too — use it as a focus timer to power through work in concentrated bursts. WHY YOU'LL LOVE INTERVAL TIMER • Fully customizable — set preparation, work and rest times to the second. • Rounds & sets — choose exactly how many intervals per session. • Clear audio cues — turn sounds on or off to know when to push and when to rest. • Save your timers — store your favorite routines and start them in one tap. • Distraction-free — a minimalist design that's easy to read mid-workout. • Works offline — train anywhere, with no internet connection. • Light & dark themes — comfortable in any environment. • 70+ languages — built for athletes worldwide. GREAT FOR EVERY WORKOUT • HIIT and Tabata sessions. • CrossFit, circuit training and bootcamps. • Boxing, MMA and heavy-bag rounds. • Running, sprints and interval cardio. • Yoga, stretching and mobility flows. • Focused work sprints using the Pomodoro technique. HOW IT WORKS 1. Set your prep, work, rest and number of rounds. 2. Save the timer or start it right away. 3. Follow the cues — work hard, rest smart, repeat. WHY INTERVAL TRAINING WORKS Short bursts of intense effort followed by recovery are one of the most efficient ways to train. Interval workouts build endurance and save time — but only if your timing is precise. Interval Timer keeps you honest, counting every work and rest period so you get the full benefit of every session. PERFECT FOR • Gym-goers and home-workout fans. • Runners, boxers and CrossFit athletes. • Anyone short on time who wants maximum results. • Focused workers timing productive sprints. Whether you're chasing a new personal best or just trying to move more, Interval Timer brings structure, rhythm and intensity to your training. Set it once, save it, and let it push you toward your goals — one perfectly timed interval at a time. FOCUS ON TRAINING, NOT THE CLOCK The hardest part of interval training is keeping track of time while you're gasping for breath. Interval Timer takes that off your plate completely. Set your session once, hit start, and let clear audio cues tell you exactly when to explode into work and when to recover — no glancing at a watch, no losing count, no broken rhythm. BUILD THE SESSION YOU WANT Quick Tabata blast or a long circuit, equal work and rest or lopsided intervals, two rounds or twenty — it's all yours to shape. Dial in your preparation time so you're ready before the first round, save the routines you love, and launch them in a single tap next time. MORE THAN A GYM TOOL Interval training isn't just for athletes. Use timed intervals to make housework fly by, to structure focused study or deep-work sprints, or to add rhythm to stretching and breathing exercises. Anywhere a little structure helps, Interval Timer is ready. Interval timer for HIIT and Tabata: a workout and exercise round timer with custom work, rest and prep intervals, sets and audio cues for the gym, cardio, boxing, CrossFit, circuit training and running. Download Interval Timer today and train smarter, not longer. Privacy Policy: https://www.shpavda.com/products/interval-timer/privacy/ Terms & Conditions: https://www.shpavda.com/products/interval-timer/terms/ios/

About

Zabata

Features
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Zabata is a timer that you can use to do Tabata or HIIT workouts. In the training settings you can set intervals, training and break times individually. Suitable for beginners who prefer a simple user interface. Features: - Set training and break time - Set number of training intervals - Sounds at the start and end of training You can stop the timer at any time during training times. The screen remains switched on during the training times so that you have an overview of the time. In addition, you will always receive a countdown tone before your last 3 seconds are up if you don't want to look at the screen. If you are looking for simple and understandable Tabata timers, Zabata is for you! - for free - without advertisement - easy handling - attractive design - no login required

Screenshots

HIIT Workout4 screens
Zabata4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Zabata at none against HIIT Workout's 2. Zabata also leads on ads (none vs shown). HIIT Workout's advantage is iOS requirement (13.0 vs 26.0). On price, update cadence 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. HIIT Workout sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month. Zabata asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

HIIT Workout ships an update every 3 months, Zabata every 6 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 12, 2026 and September 11, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
HIIT Workout versus Zabata: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterHIIT WorkoutZabata
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.8 (8 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews60.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings8 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 3 monthsEvery 6 weeks — better
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS13.0 — better26.0
Further details — not scored
Size114 MB9 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperSHPAVDA, TOOZelfi AG

In-app purchases

2 purchases

HIIT Workout

Subscriptions2
  • Monthly Ad-Free$0.991 Month
  • Yearly Ad-Free$9.991 Year
None

Zabata

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is HIIT Workout free?
HIIT Workout is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Zabata free?
Zabata is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do HIIT Workout or Zabata have ads?
HIIT Workout shows ads; Zabata does not.
Which is updated more often, HIIT Workout or Zabata?
HIIT Workout ships an update every 3 months, and Zabata every 6 weeks. Most recently, HIIT Workout was updated on September 12, 2026 and Zabata on September 11, 2026.

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