Comparison

Tabata Stopwatch Pro (Paid) vs WorkoutPulse | Tabata Timer

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

Head to head
About

Tabata Stopwatch Pro (Paid)

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
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Tabata Stopwatch Pro is the ultimate Tabata Interval Timer that works for 'all' your interval training needs. You can use it with Tabata, HIIT, kettlebells, bodyweight exercises, interval running, sprints, etc. Tabata Stopwatch Pro is a universal (both iPhone and iPad) feature packed interval timer for people who follow the Tabata training method. The main thing the Tabata app will aid you with is automating your exercise, rest, cooldown and other intervals. As simple as this sounds, it has a profound effect on your workout. You will be able to concentrate much better, won’t have to constantly count and honestly the whole workout just goes by faster. Try it with your Tabata, HIIT, kettlebells, bodyweight exercises, interval running, sprints, and other workouts. Designed with both beginners and advanced users in mind Tabata Stopwatch Pro comes ready to use with basic Tabata already set up for you. As you gain more experience you can customize all intervals to match your pace. You may even create and store your own interval presets to quickly change to different workouts. Tabata Stopwatch Pro is loaded with beeps that help identify what part of a workout you are in, interval beeps for example tell you when a new interval has started. Tabata Stopwatch Pro also has voice support that announces intervals to further help you focus on your workout. Oh and what would an exercise app be without music, select your favorite tracks from your iPod and blast through that workout. The Apple Health app is supported and the Tabata app will write your Tabata workout times, calorie burned estimates and heart rates (needs a chest strap heart rate monitor) after each workout. By far the best app for Tabata training available for your iPhone and iPad, Tabata Stopwatch Pro includes: + Pro grade Tabata timer. + Ready to use out of the box. Classic Tabata already set up for you. + Simple to use, just push play. + Works on both iPhone and iPad. + Comes with 2 beautiful themes. + Color coded display visible from afar. Colors represent the amount of energy you are using in an interval. + Customize initial countdown and warmup time. + Customize exercise, rest, recovery and cooldown intervals. + Adjust the number of sets and cycles to match your pace. + Jump between intervals in the middle of a workout as needed. + Build presets to support your multiple interval training needs. + Pause your workouts if needed. + Works with the screen locked and in your pocket. + Interval beeps for each individual interval. Need a separate beep to mark when it's time to rest, no problem. + Interval vibration. + Continuous beeps. + Three second beeps. + Halfway beeps. + Voice assist so that you focus on your workout and not the screen. + Workout to music from your iPod. + Set music to pause to hear beeps and voice assist clearly. + Shuffle tracks or albums to suit your taste and workout. + Apple Health support. This IS the best app in it's class, just have a look at the reviews. Health Disclaimer: Exercising can be extremely stressful for the body, please consult your doctor, trainer or coach before using this app. This app does not aim to teach, coach or guide you with fitness, exercises or working out. It is a utility for people (adults only) who already know what they are doing and why. Further, calculations for workout times, calories burned and heart rates when working out are only approximations and should not be used for any medical purposes.

About

WorkoutPulse | Tabata Timer

This interval timer app is designed to enhance your fitness routines, including Tabata, HIIT, and strength training. It allows you to create personalized workouts, track your progress, and stay motivated. Perfect for home workouts and all fitness levels.

Highlights
  • Customizable interval timer
  • Dedicated Tabata and HIIT modes
  • Workout planner and saver
  • Exercise progress tracker
  • Suitable for home workouts
  • Workout log
Features
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WorkoutPulse: Your Heartbeat of Fitness Elevate your fitness journey with WorkoutPulse, the free interval timer designed to supercharge your workouts. Whether you're into Tabata, HIIT, or strength training, our simple yet powerful workout timer is your perfect exercise companion. ## Key Features: 1. **Versatile Interval Timer**: Customizable for Tabata workouts, HIIT sessions, and circuit training 2. **Simple Tabata Mode**: Master the art of 20-second work, 10-second rest with our easy-to-use Tabata timer 3. **HIIT Timer**: Boost your cardio and accelerate weight loss with our free HIIT timer 4. **Workout Planner**: Create and save personalized exercise routines 5. **Exercise Tracker**: Monitor your progress and stay motivated 6. **Home Workout Ready**: Perfect for bodyweight exercises and living room fitness sessions WorkoutPulse is your ultimate free timer for workouts, helping you stay on track and motivated. Whether you're aiming to burn fat, build muscle, or improve overall fitness, our workout log feature empowers you to set, track, and achieve your goals. From beginners to fitness enthusiasts, WorkoutPulse adapts to your level. Start with simple home workouts and progress to intense Tabata or HIIT routines as you grow stronger. Our interval timer is perfect for quick Tabata bursts or extended training sessions, fitting seamlessly into your schedule. Download WorkoutPulse today and experience the power of a smart, intuitive workout timer on your device. It's time to pulse up your fitness game – your journey to a healthier, stronger you starts with our free interval timer app! #SimpleTabata #IntervalTimer #FreeHIITTimer #WorkoutTimer #TabataWorkout #HomeExercise

Screenshots

Tabata Stopwatch Pro (Paid)4 screens
WorkoutPulse | Tabata Timer4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: WorkoutPulse | Tabata Timer at Free against Tabata Stopwatch Pro (Paid)'s $99.99. WorkoutPulse | Tabata Timer also leads on update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 3 months) and review sentiment (100% vs 92%). Tabata Stopwatch Pro (Paid)'s advantage is ratings volume (90 vs 5) and device support (3 vs 1). On rating, ads, in-app purchases and iOS requirement 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

WorkoutPulse | Tabata Timer is free to download; Tabata Stopwatch Pro (Paid) costs $99.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.8 for Tabata Stopwatch Pro (Paid) against 4.8 for WorkoutPulse | Tabata Timer. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Tabata Stopwatch Pro (Paid) has 90 ratings behind it against 5, 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 100% of WorkoutPulse | Tabata Timer's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Tabata Stopwatch Pro (Paid) ships an update every 3 months, WorkoutPulse | Tabata Timer every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 26, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
Tabata Stopwatch Pro (Paid) versus WorkoutPulse | Tabata Timer: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterTabata Stopwatch Pro (Paid)WorkoutPulse | Tabata Timer
Price$99.99Free — better
Rating4.8 (90 ratings)4.8 (5 ratings) — better
Positive reviews91.5% of reviews100.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings90 — better5
Update frequencyEvery 3 monthsEvery 2 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationPaidFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone
Requires iOS15.0 — better16.2
Further details — not scored
Size11 MB2 MB
Age rating12+4+
DeveloperAnuj SethLeon Grimmeisen

Customer experience

Tabata Stopwatch Pro (Paid)

All ratings90 ratings
Positive96.7%
Neutral0.0%
Negative3.3%
Written reviews59 reviews
Positive91.5%
Neutral3.4%
Negative5.1%

WorkoutPulse | Tabata Timer

All ratings3 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews3 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Bugs and requests

Tabata Stopwatch Pro (Paid)

Reported bugs

6 issues
  • Never hooked up to Wahoo heart rate belt
  • Just crashes
  • Unusable on iPhone 6
  • App doesn't work after a couple months
  • Occasional crashes
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  • Tiny delay in some sound recordings

Requested features

15 requests
  • Apple Watch support
  • iCloud sync
  • Lock screen widget
  • Ability to record custom voice prompts
  • Cool-down section at the end of the workout
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  • Different sound for recovery intervals
  • Option to adjust sound level
  • Add workouts to the screen as the timer goes
  • Ability to have a different time for each set
  • Merge with HIIT app
  • Edit current set and save
  • App opens to presets or shows current preset title on timer screen
  • Skip forward and back between intervals
  • GPS integration
  • More customization for intervals (e.g., no 5-sec min rest, 90-sec max exercise)

WorkoutPulse | Tabata Timer

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

Tabata Stopwatch Pro (Paid)

No in-app purchases

None

WorkoutPulse | Tabata Timer

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Tabata Stopwatch Pro (Paid) free?
Tabata Stopwatch Pro (Paid) costs $99.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is WorkoutPulse | Tabata Timer free?
WorkoutPulse | Tabata Timer is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Tabata Stopwatch Pro (Paid) or WorkoutPulse | Tabata Timer?
WorkoutPulse | Tabata Timer is rated higher. Tabata Stopwatch Pro (Paid) averages 4.8 out of 5 from 90 ratings, while WorkoutPulse | Tabata Timer averages 4.8 from 5 ratings.
Do Tabata Stopwatch Pro (Paid) or WorkoutPulse | Tabata Timer have ads?
Neither Tabata Stopwatch Pro (Paid) nor WorkoutPulse | Tabata Timer shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Tabata Stopwatch Pro (Paid) or WorkoutPulse | Tabata Timer?
Tabata Stopwatch Pro (Paid) ships an update every 3 months, and WorkoutPulse | Tabata Timer every 2 weeks. Most recently, Tabata Stopwatch Pro (Paid) was updated on October 26, 2026 and WorkoutPulse | Tabata Timer on October 24, 2026.

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