# Tabata Pro HIIT Interval Timer vs Exercise Timer

The clearest difference is ratings volume: Tabata Pro HIIT Interval Timer at 18K against Exercise Timer's 1K. Tabata Pro HIIT Interval Timer also leads on update cadence (fortnightly vs monthly). Exercise Timer's advantage is review sentiment (73% vs 64%). On price, rating, ads and in-app purchases 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 Exercise Timer sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.9 for Tabata Pro HIIT Interval Timer against 4.8 for Exercise Timer. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Tabata Pro HIIT Interval Timer has 18K ratings behind it against 1K, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 64% of Tabata Pro HIIT Interval Timer's written reviews are positive against 73% of Exercise Timer's.

Tabata Pro HIIT Interval Timer ships an update fortnightly, Exercise Timer monthly. The most recent releases landed on October 28, 2026 and October 27, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Tabata Pro HIIT Interval Timer | Exercise Timer |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.9 (18K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tabata-pro-hiit-interval-timer/id346432063/reviews)** | [4.8 (1K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/exercise-timer-interval-timer/id1501534442/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **18K** | 1K |
| Positive reviews | 64.2% of reviews | **73.2% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Fortnightly** | Monthly |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Freemium |
| Size | 34 MB | 49 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | 17 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch | iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [SIMPLETOUCH LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/285750159) | [Neurondigital Ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/1501534441) |

## 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


### Exercise Timer

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/exercise-timer-interval-timer/id1501534442)

Create and guide custom interval training routines with this app. It supports timed and rep-based exercises, offers voice coaching, and logs your workout history with detailed analytics. Track progress over time and organize routines into training plans.

**Highlights:** Custom workout routines, Voice coach for next exercise, Timed and rep-based exercises, Workout logging and analytics, Training plans, Background operation, Apple Watch support

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

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Exercise Timer Premium Monthly | $4.99 | per month |
| Exercise Timer Premium Yearly | $30.99 | per year |
| Exercise Timer Lifetime | $69.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Great value without fluff
- 👍 Simple but customizable
- 👍 Awesome HIIT timer with exercise naming
- 👍 Versatile and customizable exercise timer
- 👍 A very underrated app

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Buggy, freezes constantly
- 🐛 Apple Watch version dysfunctional
- 🐛 Input nightmare, difficult to use
- 🐛 Landscape mode not available on iOS
- 🐛 Reordering exercises in edit stage is a nightmare

**Reported bugs**

- Syncing issues with Apple Watch
- Randomly locking users out and requiring upgrade
- Deleting all routines after uninstalling
- Exercises not updating properly on Apple Watch
- Apple Watch app causing native exercise app to crash

**Requested features**

- Sync workouts across devices without logging out/in
- Ability to duplicate workouts on iPhone
- Search, sort, or reorder routines
- Connect with Apple Health app
- Shortcut/automation support


## 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 Exercise Timer free?

Exercise Timer is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

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

Tabata Pro HIIT Interval Timer is rated higher. Tabata Pro HIIT Interval Timer averages 4.9 out of 5 from 18K ratings, while Exercise Timer averages 4.8 from 1K ratings.

### Do Tabata Pro HIIT Interval Timer or Exercise Timer have ads?

Neither Tabata Pro HIIT Interval Timer nor Exercise Timer shows ads.

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

Tabata Pro HIIT Interval Timer ships an update fortnightly, and Exercise Timer monthly. Most recently, Tabata Pro HIIT Interval Timer was updated on October 28, 2026 and Exercise Timer on October 27, 2026.

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