Comparison

Tabata Pro HIIT Interval Timer vs Sezzy Timer

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

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About

Tabata Pro HIIT Interval Timer

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
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Tabata Pro – The ULTIMATE HIIT Interval Timer for MAXIMIZING YOUR WORKOUT Tabata Pro is a MUST HAVE TABATA TIMER designed to elevate your fitness routine. Whether you’re into HIIT, TABATA, or any INTERVAL TRAINING, this powerful workout timer is engineered to optimize your performance and help you achieve your fitness goals faster. Used by top trainers, bodybuilders, physical education departments, and athletes worldwide, Tabata Pro is the ultimate fitness timer for HIIT, TABATA, CIRCUIT TRAINING , CrossFit, and general gym workouts. Whether you're using it for weight training, kettlebells, running, cycling, or any form of interval training, Tabata Pro is your go-to tool for improving performance. ​​MAXIMIZE YOUR FITNESS WITH TABATA AND HIIT TRAINING High-impact TABATA and HIIT training are known for their ability to deliver maximum fitness results in a short amount of time. Tabata Pro helps you stay on track with precise timing, ensuring you get the most out of every workout session. Use Tabata Pro as your dedicated Tabata timer, following the traditional Tabata method, or simply as a versatile HIIT interval timer for other types of workout training. Whether you're using your iPhone, iPad, or Apple WATCH, Tabata Pro works seamlessly across all devices. INTERACTIVE COACHING & SOUND ALERTS The built-in speaking coach in Tabata Pro guides you through every stage of your workout, including preparation, work intervals, rest periods, cool down, and recovery. Tabata Pro comes with carefully selected, high-quality alert sounds that cut through the noise of your workout music, ensuring you're always in sync with your timer. MUSIC CONTROL WITH WORKOUT DJ One of the standout features of Tabata Pro is its integration with Workout DJ, which gives you complete music control during your workout. Automatically start and change your music throughout your session, with different tracks for each interval. This feature allows you to set the right workout music for each phase of your HIIT or Tabata training. TRACK YOUR PROGRESS WITH APPLE HEALTH INTEGRATION Tabata Pro integrates with Apple Health, so you can easily track your workouts and store them in the Apple Health database. Pair it with a heart rate monitor or use the Apple Watch app to track calories burned and monitor your heart rate, giving you detailed insights into your fitness journey. KEY FEATURES OF Tabata Pro: * Premium quality **Tabata timer** for HIIT and interval training * Workout DJ for automatic music control and interval music changes * High-quality audio, visual, and voice alert system * Fully customizable timing, cycles, and Tabata intervals * Multiple quick-change Tabata timer presets * Mute sound option for silent workouts * Multitasking and split-screen support for easy use on all devices * Custom external display support for gym or group training * Apple Health integration to track workouts and stats * Apple Watch app for easy access on your wrist 4 Products in 1: * In-pocket personal audio coach with headphones * Main display for room use or on fitness equipment * External display for group training or gym sessions * Tabata timer and HIIT timer right on your wrist with the Apple Watch app General Uses: * Tabata Timer * Interval Timer * Tabata WOD Timer * HIIT Timer * Walk/Run Timer Take your fitness to the next level with Tabata Pro—the only Tabata timer and HIIT timer you need to maximize your workouts. Whether you're training for Crossfit, circuit training, or simply want a workout clock that keeps you on track, Tabata Pro is designed to help you reach your goals faster. Tabata Pro® and Workout DJ™ are trademarks of SIMPLETOUCH LLC, all rights reserved. End User License Agreement: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

Sezzy Timer

This app provides pre-formatted workout timers for various fitness routines, including HIIT and Pilates. It offers visual and auditory cues to guide users through exercises and rest periods, allowing for efficient and motivating workouts. Users can also create custom timers and listen to music simultaneously.

Highlights
  • Eleven unique pre-formatted timers
  • Custom timer creation
  • Visual and auditory cues
  • Background operation with music
  • Pause and play functionality
  • Next exercise display
Features
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The perfect pre-formatted timer app that allows you to get straight into your workout with the click of a button! Whether you're smashing out a HIIT workout, pilates or your own custom circuit, the Sezzy Timer has ELEVEN unique timers to use so your workouts are always efficient, fun and on track! Each timer uses visual and auditory cues to ensure you know what exercise you're up to! You can also listen to your tunes simultaneously as the timer to stay in the zone and maintain motivation. Timers to chose from: 1. Sweaty Shredder 2. Toning Power 3. 10 Minute Blaster 4. 15 Minute Burner 5. AMRAP 6. Custom Timer 7. 30 Min Pilates 8. HIIT Pilates 9. 45/15 Sweat 10. 10 Min Movement 11. Express Cardio All Timers Include: - Visual cues including rest, sets, circuit, exercises, supersets or rounds (depending what kind of workout you’re doing) - Auditory cues allowing you to step away from your phone and complete the workout purely through listening. Sezzy Timer specifies what round, exercise, set or rest period you’re up to. It will also help count you down until your next movement - Works in the background of your phone allowing you to listen to music and smash through your workout, while hearing cues from the timer app - Custom option to create your own personalised workout - Pause, and play option - Display of what is coming up next in your workout to better prepare your body. The Sezzy Timer app is simple, quick and easy to use and requires little to no preparation. Setting up timers and organising rounds, exercises and sets can often be confusing and tricky, so I’m here to take the stress out of your workout. Follow my cues and you’re on your way to a successful, sweaty, soul fulfilling workout!

Screenshots

Tabata Pro HIIT Interval Timer4 screens
Sezzy Timer4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: Tabata Pro HIIT Interval Timer at Free against Sezzy Timer's $1.99. Tabata Pro HIIT Interval Timer also leads on rating (4.9 vs 3.9) and update cadence (fortnightly vs every 3 months). Sezzy Timer's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 5) and chart position (#59 vs unranked). On ads 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

Tabata Pro HIIT Interval Timer is free to download; Sezzy Timer costs $1.99 up front. Tabata Pro HIIT Interval Timer sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per year. Sezzy Timer asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Tabata Pro HIIT Interval Timer holds the better App Store score, 4.9 against 3.9. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Tabata Pro HIIT Interval Timer has 18K ratings behind it against 100, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 64% of Tabata Pro HIIT Interval Timer's written reviews are positive against 50% of Sezzy Timer's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Tabata Pro HIIT Interval Timer ships an update fortnightly, Sezzy Timer every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on September 25, 2026 and September 23, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard9 real differences · 2 level
Tabata Pro HIIT Interval Timer versus Sezzy Timer: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterTabata Pro HIIT Interval TimerSezzy Timer
PriceFree — better$1.99
Rating4.9 (18K ratings) — better3.9 (100 ratings)
Positive reviews64.4% of reviews — better50.0% of reviews
Number of ratings18K — better100
Update frequencyFortnightly — betterEvery 3 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree — better
Best chart rank—#59 — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Apple Watch — betteriPhone, iPod
Requires iOS17.012.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size34 MB22 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperSIMPLETOUCH LLCSarah's Day Pty Limited

Customer experience

Tabata Pro HIIT Interval Timer

All ratings17,648 ratings
Positive97.3%
Neutral1.1%
Negative1.6%
Written reviews481 reviews
Positive64.4%
Neutral6.0%
Negative29.5%

Sezzy Timer

All ratings100 ratings
Positive66.0%
Neutral14.0%
Negative20.0%
Written reviews106 reviews
Positive50.0%
Neutral18.9%
Negative31.1%

User reviews

Tabata Pro HIIT Interval Timer

From 18K App Store ratings

What we love

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

Room to improve

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

Sezzy Timer

From 100 App Store ratings

What we love

  • 👍 Simple and intuitive user interface
  • 🎵 Works seamlessly with background music (Spotify, Apple Music)
  • 🎤 Sarah's voice guidance is motivating and helpful
  • 💪 Perfect companion for Sarah's ebook workouts
  • ⏱️ Eliminates need to manually set up interval timers

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Timer frequently crashes or stops mid-workout
  • 🐛 Timer pauses when switching between apps
  • ⏰ Timer accuracy issues (runs slow or fast)
  • ❌ No back button to return to main menu
  • ❌ Cannot skip ahead if timer accidentally exits

Bugs and requests

Tabata Pro HIIT Interval Timer

Reported bugs

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

Requested features

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

Sezzy Timer

Reported bugs

14 issues
  • Timer stops or crashes mid-workout
  • Timer pauses when switching to other apps
  • Timer accuracy issues (runs faster or slower than expected)
  • App crashes when phone screen locks
  • Timer resets if accidentally navigate away
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  • Sarah's voice cuts off mid-announcement
  • Sarah's voice too quiet to hear over music
  • Screen doesn't rotate to landscape mode
  • Custom timer setup is confusing and unclear
  • Timer skips breaks or jumps between sections
  • App freezes or becomes unresponsive
  • Music stops playing when app opens
  • Countdown timer numbers partially hidden
  • Next exercise/round indicators reversed at bottom of screen

Requested features

13 requests
  • Apple Watch app support
  • Add 20-second rest period option
  • Save custom timer settings for reuse
  • Skip/fast-forward button to jump between sets
  • Back button to return to main menu
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  • Display exercise names instead of just numbers
  • Summary screen showing total workout time and circuits completed
  • Progress tracking and calendar logging
  • More rest/workout time increment options
  • Ability to skip rounds if timer glitches
  • Better custom timer UI with clearer instructions
  • Music volume ducking when Sarah speaks
  • Workout total time display for custom timers

In-app purchases

5 purchases

Tabata Pro HIIT Interval Timer

Subscriptions5
  • Pro+ Annual7 Days trial$9.991 Year
  • Pro 3 Months$9.993 Months
  • Pro Yearly7 Days trial$9.991 Year
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  • Pro 6 Months$14.996 Months
  • Pro Year7 Days trial$19.991 Year
None

Sezzy Timer

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Tabata Pro HIIT Interval Timer free?
Tabata Pro HIIT Interval Timer is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Sezzy Timer free?
Sezzy Timer costs $1.99, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Tabata Pro HIIT Interval Timer or Sezzy Timer?
Tabata Pro HIIT Interval Timer is rated higher. Tabata Pro HIIT Interval Timer averages 4.9 out of 5 from 18K ratings, while Sezzy Timer averages 3.9 from 100 ratings.
Do Tabata Pro HIIT Interval Timer or Sezzy Timer have ads?
Neither Tabata Pro HIIT Interval Timer nor Sezzy Timer shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Tabata Pro HIIT Interval Timer or Sezzy Timer?
Tabata Pro HIIT Interval Timer ships an update fortnightly, and Sezzy Timer every 3 months. Most recently, Tabata Pro HIIT Interval Timer was updated on September 25, 2026 and Sezzy Timer on September 23, 2026.

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