# Tabata Pro HIIT Interval Timer vs Next Up

The clearest difference is rating: Tabata Pro HIIT Interval Timer at 4.9 against Next Up's 4.7. Tabata Pro HIIT Interval Timer also leads on update cadence (fortnightly vs every 5 weeks) and ratings volume (18K vs 2.8K). Next Up's advantage is review sentiment (76% vs 64%) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 17.0). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Tabata Pro HIIT Interval Timer sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per year and Next Up sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Tabata Pro HIIT Interval Timer holds the better App Store score, 4.9 against 4.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Tabata Pro HIIT Interval Timer has 18K ratings behind it against 2.8K, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 64% of Tabata Pro HIIT Interval Timer's written reviews are positive against 76% of Next Up's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

Tabata Pro HIIT Interval Timer ships an update fortnightly, Next Up every 5 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 27, 2026 and September 28, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Tabata Pro HIIT Interval Timer | Next Up |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.9 (18K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tabata-pro-hiit-interval-timer/id346432063/reviews)** | [4.7 (2.8K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/next-up-interval-timer/id1376927836/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **18K** | 2.8K |
| Positive reviews | 64.4% of reviews | **76.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Fortnightly** | Every 5 weeks |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 34 MB | 22 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | **13.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [SIMPLETOUCH LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/285750159) | [Alysha Kwok](https://appshunter.io/developer/1376927835) |

## What reviewers say

### Tabata Pro HIIT Interval Timer

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tabata-pro-hiit-interval-timer/id346432063)

This app is a versatile interval timer designed for high-intensity interval training (HIIT) and Tabata workouts. It features an interactive coach, customizable alerts, music control, and integration with Apple Health for progress tracking.

**Highlights:** HIIT and Tabata interval timer, Interactive speaking coach, Workout DJ music control, Customizable timing and alerts, Apple Health integration, Apple Watch app

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

**In-app purchases (5)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Pro+ Annual | $9.99 | per year |
| Pro 3 Months | $9.99 | per 3 months |
| Pro Yearly | $9.99 | per year |
| Pro 6 Months | $14.99 | per 6 months |
| Pro Year | $19.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Simple and effective
- 🔒 Reliable timer
- 👍 Easy to use interface
- 💡 Customizable settings
- 👍 Good for HIIT and Tabata workouts

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Freezes or crashes on newer devices
- 🔋 High battery consumption
- 🔒 Subscription model issues for existing users
- 👎 Forced upgrades and inability to use previous paid version

**Reported bugs**

- Music playback issues
- Timer inaccuracies or premature completion
- Inability to restore previous purchases

**Requested features**

- Ability to name and save custom timers
- Apple Watch integration
- More sound/voice options
- Total workout time display
- Halfway point alerts during intervals


### Next Up

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/next-up-interval-timer/id1376927836)

Create and customize interval timers with detailed options for reps, sets, colors, and sounds. Offers flexible display modes, quick actions for navigation, and background notifications. Organize timers with folders and choose between light and dark themes.

**Highlights:** Customizable intervals (reps, sets, colors, sounds), Detailed and full-screen display modes, Portrait and landscape orientation support, Quick actions for navigation and editing, Background notifications, Timer organization with folders

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

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Syncing and Sharing | $3.99 | per month |
| Upgrade | $2.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Tabata Pro HIIT Interval Timer free?

Tabata Pro HIIT Interval Timer is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Next Up free?

Next Up is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Tabata Pro HIIT Interval Timer or Next Up?

Tabata Pro HIIT Interval Timer is rated higher. Tabata Pro HIIT Interval Timer averages 4.9 out of 5 from 18K ratings, while Next Up averages 4.7 from 2.8K ratings.

### Do Tabata Pro HIIT Interval Timer or Next Up have ads?

Neither Tabata Pro HIIT Interval Timer nor Next Up shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Tabata Pro HIIT Interval Timer or Next Up?

Tabata Pro HIIT Interval Timer ships an update fortnightly, and Next Up every 5 weeks. Most recently, Tabata Pro HIIT Interval Timer was updated on September 27, 2026 and Next Up on September 28, 2026.

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