# Tabata Stopwatch Pro (Paid) vs Tabata Timer

The clearest difference is price: Tabata Timer at Free against Tabata Stopwatch Pro (Paid)'s $99.99. Tabata Timer also leads on update cadence (every 10 days vs every 3 months) and ratings volume (9.2K vs 90). Tabata Stopwatch Pro (Paid)'s advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 5) and ads (none vs shown). On rating, review sentiment, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Tabata Timer is free to download; Tabata Stopwatch Pro (Paid) costs $99.99 up front. Tabata Timer sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $1.49 per month. Tabata Stopwatch Pro (Paid) asks for nothing beyond the download.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.8 for Tabata Stopwatch Pro (Paid) against 4.9 for Tabata Timer. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Tabata Timer has 9.2K ratings behind it against 90, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 92% of Tabata Stopwatch Pro (Paid)'s written reviews are positive against 98% of Tabata Timer's.

Tabata Stopwatch Pro (Paid) ships an update every 3 months, Tabata Timer every 10 days. Both last shipped on September 24, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Tabata Stopwatch Pro (Paid) | Tabata Timer |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | $99.99 | **Free** |
| Rating | [4.8 (90 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tabata-stopwatch-pro-paid/id639208656/reviews) | **[4.9 (9.2K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tabata-timer-interval-timer/id1255964203/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 90 | **9.2K** |
| Positive reviews | 91.5% of reviews | **98.3% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | **Every 10 days** |
| Monetization | Paid | **Free with in-app purchases** |
| Size | 11 MB | 40 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.0** | 15.6 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch** |
| Age rating | 12+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Anuj Seth](https://appshunter.io/developer/486885281) | [Oleksandr Serhiienko](https://appshunter.io/developer/1255964202) |

## What reviewers say

### Tabata Stopwatch Pro (Paid)

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tabata-stopwatch-pro-paid/id639208656)

This interval timer automates your exercise, rest, and cooldown periods for various training methods. It offers customizable intervals, voice prompts, and music integration to enhance focus and workout efficiency. Track your progress with Apple Health integration.

**Highlights:** Automated exercise and rest intervals, Customizable workout presets, Voice and beep prompts, Music integration, Apple Health support, Color-coded display

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Easy to use
- 💡 Customizable intervals and sets
- 🚀 Works well for various workouts (Tabata, HIIT, Kettlebell, stretching)
- 🎵 Integrates with music playback
- 🎧 Works well with headphones

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Narrator can interrupt music
- 🐛 Frustrating connectivity issues (e.g., Wahoo heart rate belt)
- 🐛 Some users experience crashes
- 💰 Some useful features locked behind Pro version
- 🐛 App not working after a few months

**Reported bugs**

- Never hooked up to Wahoo heart rate belt
- Just crashes
- Unusable on iPhone 6
- App doesn't work after a couple months
- Occasional crashes

**Requested features**

- Apple Watch support
- iCloud sync
- Lock screen widget
- Ability to record custom voice prompts
- Cool-down section at the end of the workout


### Tabata Timer

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tabata-timer-interval-timer/id1255964203)

This app provides a versatile interval timer for high-intensity workouts like HIIT and Tabata. Users can create custom routines with adjustable work/rest times, sets, and cycles, and receive voice cues. It functions as a background companion to keep you focused during training.

**Highlights:** Customizable interval timers, HIIT and Tabata training support, Adjustable work and rest times, Set and cycle configuration, Interval naming, Background operation, Voice cues

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

**In-app purchases (5)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium | $1.49 | per month |
| Premium | $2.99 | per 3 months |
| Premium | $4.49 | per 6 months |
| Premium | $7.49 | per year |
| Premium | $9.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 User-friendly
- 🚀 Customizable workouts
- 🔊 Clear audio cues
- 💡 Ability to save multiple workouts
- 🎵 Plays music in the background

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Occasional crashes or glitches
- 🔒 Limited free version (only 2 saved workouts)
- 💰 Paid version required for more features
- 🔀 Easy to accidentally skip intervals
- 🔍 Cluttered interface for some users

**Reported bugs**

- Workouts not saving properly
- Sync issues between app and Apple Watch
- Occasional freezing or restarting of device

**Requested features**

- Ability to name and save more workouts in free version
- Option to add exercise images or videos
- Sync workouts across devices
- Customizable sounds and alerts
- Workout history and progress tracking


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Tabata Stopwatch Pro (Paid) free?

Tabata Stopwatch Pro (Paid) costs $99.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Tabata Timer free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Tabata Stopwatch Pro (Paid) or Tabata Timer?

Tabata Timer is rated higher. Tabata Stopwatch Pro (Paid) averages 4.8 out of 5 from 90 ratings, while Tabata Timer averages 4.9 from 9.2K ratings.

### Do Tabata Stopwatch Pro (Paid) or Tabata Timer have ads?

Tabata Timer shows ads; Tabata Stopwatch Pro (Paid) does not.

### Which is updated more often, Tabata Stopwatch Pro (Paid) or Tabata Timer?

Tabata Stopwatch Pro (Paid) ships an update every 3 months, and Tabata Timer every 10 days. Most recently, Tabata Stopwatch Pro (Paid) was updated on September 24, 2026 and Tabata Timer on September 24, 2026.

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