# Beep Test vs Tabata Timer

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).

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.

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.

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.

## The numbers

| Metric | Beep Test | Tabata Timer |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | $2.99 | **Free** |
| Rating | [3.0 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/beep-test/id313070492/reviews) | **[4.9 (9.2K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tabata-timer-interval-timer/id1255964203/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 2 | **9.2K** |
| Positive reviews | 31.3% of reviews | **98.4% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | **Every 10 days** |
| Monetization | Paid | **Free with in-app purchases** |
| Size | 10 MB | 40 MB |
| Requires iOS | **8.0** | 15.6 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch** |
| Age rating | 12+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Effortless Code Limited](https://appshunter.io/developer/747180892) | [Oleksandr Serhiienko](https://appshunter.io/developer/1255964202) |

## What reviewers say

### Beep Test

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/beep-test/id313070492)

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:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none


### Tabata Timer

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tabata-timer-interval-timer/id1255964203)

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:** macOS Compatibility, Family Sharing, Apple Watch app, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (5)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium | $1.49 | per month |
| Premium | $2.99 | per 3 months |
| Premium | $4.49 | per 6 months |
| Premium | $7.49 | per year |
| Premium | $9.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 User-friendly
- 🚀 Customizable workouts
- 🔊 Clear audio cues
- 💡 Ability to save multiple workouts
- 🎵 Plays music in the background

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Occasional crashes or glitches
- 🔒 Limited free version (only 2 saved workouts)
- 💰 Paid version required for more features
- 🔀 Easy to accidentally skip intervals
- 🔍 Cluttered interface for some users

**Reported bugs**

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

**Requested features**

- 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


## Frequently asked 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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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*