# Interval Timer vs Tabata/Boxing Timer

The clearest difference is rating: Tabata/Boxing Timer at 5.0 against Interval Timer's 4.5. Tabata/Boxing Timer also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 8) and ads (none vs shown). Interval Timer's advantage is update cadence (every 9 days vs every 30 months) and ratings volume (19K vs 3). On price, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Interval Timer sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month. Tabata/Boxing Timer asks for nothing beyond the download.

Tabata/Boxing Timer holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Interval Timer has 19K ratings behind it against 3, so its average is the more settled of the two.

Interval Timer ships an update every 9 days, Tabata/Boxing Timer every 30 months. The most recent releases landed on September 25, 2026 and June 3, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Interval Timer | Tabata/Boxing Timer |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.5 (19K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/interval-timer-tabata-timer/id406473568/reviews) | **[5.0 (3 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tabataboxing-timer/id1572347958/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **19K** | 3 |
| Positive reviews | 69.0% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | **Every 9 days** | Every 30 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Size | 143 MB | 16 MB |
| Requires iOS | 13.0 | 13.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch** | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [NEO PIXEL LABS PTE. LTD.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1788472183) | [Megulo Abebe](https://appshunter.io/developer/1488276608) |

## What reviewers say

### Interval Timer

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/interval-timer-tabata-timer/id406473568)

This app helps you manage workout intervals with customizable work and rest periods. It runs in the background and allows music playback, with options to save settings and share progress. Integrates with Apple Health for heart rate monitoring.

**Highlights:** Customizable sets, intervals, and rest times, Runs in background and with screen locked, Music playlist integration, Save settings as templates, Apple Health integration for heart rate, Post workouts to social media

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

**In-app purchases (6)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Plus - 1 Month | $0.99 | per month |
| Premium - 1 Month | $1.99 | per month |
| Plus - 1 Month | $1.99 | per month |
| Premium - 1 Month | $2.99 | per month |
| Plus - 1 Year | $4.99 | per year |
| Premium - 1 Year | $9.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Free version works well
- 👍 Customizable intervals and timers
- 👍 Flexible for different workouts
- 👍 Easy to use and set up
- 👍 Provides visual and audio cues

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Timer issues (stops, loses time)
- 🔋 Drains battery when used
- 💰 Expensive subscription model
- 📢 Intrusive ads
- 🔒 Incompatible with other apps

**Reported bugs**

- Ads block functionality
- App freezes or crashes
- Timer doesn't work in background

**Requested features**

- Add notes to workouts
- Provide workout history and analytics
- Allow syncing with Apple Health
- Improve Apple Watch integration
- Add more customization options


### Tabata/Boxing Timer

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tabataboxing-timer/id1572347958)

This application offers a straightforward timer designed for high-intensity interval training routines like Tabata and boxing workouts. It aims to provide a seamless experience for users looking to enhance their training sessions.

**Highlights:** Tabata interval training, Boxing workout timer, Easy-to-use interface, High-intensity interval training support

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Interval Timer free?

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

### Is Tabata/Boxing Timer free?

Tabata/Boxing Timer is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Interval Timer or Tabata/Boxing Timer?

Tabata/Boxing Timer is rated higher. Interval Timer averages 4.5 out of 5 from 19K ratings, while Tabata/Boxing Timer averages 5.0 from 3 ratings.

### Do Interval Timer or Tabata/Boxing Timer have ads?

Interval Timer shows ads; Tabata/Boxing Timer does not.

### Which is updated more often, Interval Timer or Tabata/Boxing Timer?

Interval Timer ships an update every 9 days, and Tabata/Boxing Timer every 30 months. Most recently, Interval Timer was updated on September 25, 2026 and Tabata/Boxing Timer on June 3, 2026.

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