Comparison

Beep Test vs Tabata Timer

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

Head to head
About

Beep Test

This app provides a timed fitness test, also known as the Bleep Test or Pacer Test. It calculates VO2 max, MET values, and offers a general assessment based on user age and gender. Track individual or group tests with detailed statistics and multiple user profiles.

Highlights
  • 21 level beep test
  • Individual or group testing
  • Voice notification of levels
  • VO2 max and MET calculations
  • Multiple user profiles
  • Detailed statistics tracking
Features
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Beep Test is an application designed to test your fitness. It is also known as the Bleep Test, Yo-Yo Test, Multi-Stage Fitness Test, Pacer Test, or Shuttle Run Test. Beep Test gives you a Beep Test timer for your iPhone™ and iPod® touch. The application may be used to time and track your tests. It will also provide values for your VO2 max, MET, and also a general assessment based upon the user's age and gender. The beep test is a fantastic way to measure your fitness and is used by trainers, coaches, police departments, defence forces, and many others. The beep test involves the runner running between two markers 20 meters apart. The runner must complete each 20 meter run before the beep sounds. The starting speed is 8.5 km/h and will increase by 0.5 km/h each level. A single beep test consists of 21 levels. Each level is a series of shuttles, that is 20 meter runs. At the completion of each level, approximately every minute, the required speed will increase and the runner must run faster. If the runner can not reach the end of the shuttle before the beep for 3 consecutive shuttles the test is ended. Beep Test has the following features: • 21 level beep test • Individual or group test • Beep tone indicating start and end of shuttles • Voice notification of each new level • Full instructions included • Full set of constantly updated statistics including: a.Level b.Shuttle c.Total distance travelled d.Target speed e.Test time, shuttle time, and level time • Multiple user profiles • Records test results for any user • Edit existing test results • VO2 max and MET calculations • General assessment provided for each test Warning! A beep test is an intense physical test. Always consult your physician before attempting the beep test. Do not perform the test if you are injured or are feeling unwell. Stop the test immediately and seek medical advice if you experience nausea, breathing difficulties, chest pain, extreme sweating, or dizziness

About

Tabata Timer

This app provides a versatile interval timer for high-intensity workouts like HIIT and Tabata. Users can create custom routines with adjustable work/rest times, sets, and cycles, and receive voice cues. It functions as a background companion to keep you focused during training.

Highlights
  • Customizable interval timers
  • HIIT and Tabata training support
  • Adjustable work and rest times
  • Set and cycle configuration
  • Interval naming
  • Background operation
  • Voice cues
Features
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Become better, faster, and stronger — together with Tabata Timer for Workouts! A simple yet powerful HIIT and Tabata timer for cardio, CrossFit, and any high-intensity training. Beginners can start with one tap, while advanced users get full control over every interval. Create custom workouts: adjust work and rest times, sets, and cycles; add interval names, background music, and voice cues. The app runs smoothly in the background, supports vibration, music ducking, and much more. More than just a stopwatch — your personal workout partner that keeps you focused, motivated, and on track anywhere — at home, in the gym, or outdoors. https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

Beep Test2 screens
Tabata Timer4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Tabata Timer at 98% against Beep Test's 31%. Tabata Timer also leads on price (Free vs $2.99) and rating (4.9 vs 3.0). Beep Test's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 5) and ads (none vs shown).

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

Tabata Timer is free to download; Beep Test costs $2.99 up front. Tabata Timer sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $1.49 per month. Beep Test asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Tabata Timer holds the better App Store score, 4.9 against 3.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Tabata Timer has 9.2K ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 31% of Beep Test's written reviews are positive against 98% of Tabata Timer's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Beep Test ships an update every 3 months, Tabata Timer every 10 days. The most recent releases landed on October 4, 2026 and October 14, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard10 real differences · 0 level
Beep Test versus Tabata Timer: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterBeep TestTabata Timer
Price$2.99Free — better
Rating3.0 (2 ratings)4.9 (9.2K ratings) — better
Positive reviews31.3% of reviews98.4% of reviews — better
Number of ratings29.2K — better
Update frequencyEvery 3 monthsEvery 10 days — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationPaidFree with in-app purchases — better
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch — better
Requires iOS8.0 — better15.6
Further details — not scored
Size10 MB40 MB
Age rating12+4+
DeveloperEffortless Code LimitedOleksandr Serhiienko

Customer experience

Beep Test

All ratings2 ratings
Positive50.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative50.0%
Written reviews16 reviews
Positive31.3%
Neutral12.5%
Negative56.3%

Tabata Timer

All ratings9,173 ratings
Positive99.0%
Neutral0.7%
Negative0.4%
Written reviews2,729 reviews
Positive98.4%
Neutral0.8%
Negative0.8%

Bugs and requests

Beep Test

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

Tabata Timer

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Workouts not saving properly
  • Sync issues between app and Apple Watch
  • Occasional freezing or restarting of device

Requested features

5 requests
  • Ability to name and save more workouts in free version
  • Option to add exercise images or videos
  • Sync workouts across devices
  • Customizable sounds and alerts
  • Workout history and progress tracking

In-app purchases

None

Beep Test

No in-app purchases

5 purchases

Tabata Timer

Subscriptions4
  • Premium$1.491 Month
  • Premium$2.993 Months
  • Premium$4.496 Months
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  • Premium$7.491 Year
One-time1
  • Premium$9.99

Questions

Is Beep Test free?
Beep Test costs $2.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is Tabata Timer free?
Tabata Timer is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Beep Test or Tabata Timer?
Tabata Timer is rated higher. Beep Test averages 3.0 out of 5 from 2 ratings, while Tabata Timer averages 4.9 from 9.2K ratings.
Do Beep Test or Tabata Timer have ads?
Tabata Timer shows ads; Beep Test does not.
Which is updated more often, Beep Test or Tabata Timer?
Beep Test ships an update every 3 months, and Tabata Timer every 10 days. Most recently, Beep Test was updated on October 4, 2026 and Tabata Timer on October 14, 2026.

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