Comparison

Interval Timer Tabata Workout vs Amelia Timer

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

Head to head
About

Interval Timer Tabata Workout

This app guides you through science-backed interval training for effective workouts at home or on the go. Choose from pre-made routines or create your own, with voice cues and visual feedback to keep you motivated. Track your progress and integrate with other health apps.

Highlights
  • 40+ ready-to-go workouts
  • Voice coaching in 22 languages
  • Apple Watch support
  • Apple Health integration
  • Create custom workouts
  • Workout history tracking
  • Live Activity widget
Features
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Get fit with science-backed interval training—no gym required. Intensity makes interval training simple and effective. Whether you're walking around the block, running your first 5K, cycling to work, or doing bodyweight exercises at home, we'll guide you through proven workouts that get results in less time. Choose from 40+ ready-to-go workouts or create your own. Just press start and let the app coach you with voice cues, countdown beeps, and visual feedback. WHAT YOU GET: • 40+ Ready-to-Go Workouts – From beginner-friendly walks to advanced HIIT, running, cycling, rowing, and strength training • Voice Coaching – Real-time announcements guide you through every interval in 22 languages • Apple Watch Support – Full app on your wrist with heart rate tracking and haptic feedback • Apple Health Integration – Automatically records calories, distance, steps, and heart rate • Live Activity Widget – See your workout progress on your lock screen • Create Custom Workouts – Build unlimited interval sequences that match your fitness level • Workout History – Track every session with detailed metrics • Smart Audio – Countdown beeps and cues that automatically lower your music • Background Mode – Keep your screen off while the workout runs • Cloud Sync – Your workouts and settings stay in sync across all your devices • Export to Apple Workouts – One-tap transfer to Apple's native Workout app WORKOUTS FOR EVERYONE: Beginners: Start with gentle intervals like Couch-Lite or Japanese Interval Walking Runners: Build speed with Yasso 800s, 10-20-30, or Norwegian 4×4 Cyclists: Boost power with Seiler 4×8 or Little 60/75 HIIT Fans: Crush Tabata, Scientific 7-Minute, or Sprint 8 Anywhere Training: Rowing, boxing rounds, stair climbs, jump rope, and more Every workout is based on exercise science research. No guesswork—just proven protocols that deliver results. Download Intensity and discover how effective your workouts can be. EULA: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula Privacy Policy: https://velocityraptor.co/app-privacy

About

Amelia Timer

This app provides a straightforward interval timer for various activities. Easily configure your work and rest periods, and the number of repetitions needed. It's designed for simplicity, offering essential timer functions without unnecessary complexity.

Highlights
  • Customizable action and break lengths
  • Adjustable number of sets
  • Notifications when app is closed
  • Audible cues for set/break starts
  • Countdown ticks
  • Remembers last used settings
Features
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Simple, beautiful and completely free interval timer. Just a couple taps to set your interval length, break length, and number of sets. No ads, no bloat, just a simple periodic timer. Perfect for stretching, running, yoga, or any other interval exercises. You can use it as a Pomodoro timer, tabata timer, or other HIIT timer! Other apps include complicated features and user interfaces. This app is for people that don't need all the bells and whistles. Features include: - Customize action length, break length, and how many sets you want to complete - Receive notifications while the app is closed - Pleasant sounds played when each set and break begins - Helpful 3... 2... 1... ticks to know you're reaching the end - Remembers the last settings you use for simple re-use

Screenshots

Interval Timer Tabata Workout4 screens
Amelia Timer4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Amelia Timer at none against Interval Timer Tabata Workout's 10. Amelia Timer also leads on update cadence (daily vs fortnightly) and rating (4.7 vs 4.5). Interval Timer Tabata Workout's advantage is ratings volume (974 vs 60). On price, 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

Both are free to download. Interval Timer Tabata Workout sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $7.99 per month. Amelia Timer asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Amelia Timer holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Interval Timer Tabata Workout has 974 ratings behind it against 60, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 72% of Interval Timer Tabata Workout's written reviews are positive against 81% of Amelia Timer's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Interval Timer Tabata Workout ships an update fortnightly, Amelia Timer daily. The most recent releases landed on September 25, 2026 and June 8, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard7 real differences · 3 level
Interval Timer Tabata Workout versus Amelia Timer: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterInterval Timer Tabata WorkoutAmelia Timer
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.5 (974 ratings)4.7 (60 ratings) — better
Positive reviews72.0% of reviews80.8% of reviews — better
Number of ratings974 — better60
Update frequencyFortnightlyDaily — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Apple WatchiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS26.011.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size41 MB18 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperVelocity Raptor IncorporatedSean Linehan

Customer experience

Interval Timer Tabata Workout

All ratings974 ratings
Positive86.7%
Neutral7.4%
Negative6.0%
Written reviews225 reviews
Positive72.0%
Neutral11.1%
Negative16.9%

Amelia Timer

All ratings60 ratings
Positive90.0%
Neutral6.7%
Negative3.3%
Written reviews26 reviews
Positive80.8%
Neutral15.4%
Negative3.8%

Bugs and requests

Interval Timer Tabata Workout

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • Music stops playing during intervals
  • Timer freezes or pauses unexpectedly
  • Incompatibility issues with iOS updates
  • Inability to add music from Spotify

Requested features

5 requests
  • Option to set intervals in minutes and seconds
  • Ability to save and load custom workouts
  • Background music playback while app is closed
  • More pre-loaded workout options
  • Syncing workouts to Apple Watch

Amelia Timer

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

10 purchases

Interval Timer Tabata Workout

Subscriptions3
  • Plus Monthly3 Days trial$7.991 Month
  • Plus Yearly (Secret Discount)$14.991 Year
  • Plus Yearly3 Days trial$29.991 Year
One-time7
  • The 7-Minute Workout$0.99
  • Tabata & Gibala Workouts$0.99
  • Dr. Oz Quick Workouts$0.99
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  • Premium Upgrade$0.99
  • Premium Upgrade$1.99
  • Mega Pack$3.99
  • Intensity Pro Upgrade$4.99
None

Amelia Timer

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Interval Timer Tabata Workout free?
Interval Timer Tabata Workout is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Amelia Timer free?
Amelia Timer is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Interval Timer Tabata Workout or Amelia Timer?
Amelia Timer is rated higher. Interval Timer Tabata Workout averages 4.5 out of 5 from 974 ratings, while Amelia Timer averages 4.7 from 60 ratings.
Do Interval Timer Tabata Workout or Amelia Timer have ads?
Neither Interval Timer Tabata Workout nor Amelia Timer shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Interval Timer Tabata Workout or Amelia Timer?
Interval Timer Tabata Workout ships an update fortnightly, and Amelia Timer daily. Most recently, Interval Timer Tabata Workout was updated on September 25, 2026 and Amelia Timer on June 8, 2026.

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