# Interval Timer vs Tabata 20

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Tabata 20 at none against Interval Timer's 12. Tabata 20 also leads on ads (none vs shown). Interval Timer's advantage is ratings volume (384 vs 1) and device support (4 vs 2). On price, rating and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Interval Timer sells 12 in-app purchases, starting at $2.09 per month. Tabata 20 asks for nothing beyond the download.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.9 for Interval Timer against 5.0 for Tabata 20. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Interval Timer has 384 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

## The numbers

| Metric | Interval Timer | Tabata 20 |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.9 (384 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/interval-timer-tabata-and-hiit/id6443672034/reviews) | **[5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tabata-20-10/id6471300637/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **384** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | 96.6% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Monthly | — |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Size | 113 MB | 1 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.0** | 16.4 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [SimpleInnovation LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1479770962) | [Anthony Klausing](https://appshunter.io/developer/1710073808) |

## What reviewers say

### Interval Timer

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/interval-timer-tabata-and-hiit/id6443672034)

This app provides a customizable interval timer for various training routines, including HIIT and Tabata. Easily set up custom workouts, track your progress, and stay motivated with visual cues and audio notifications. It's suitable for a wide range of activities from fitness to productivity.

**Highlights:** Customizable workout setup, Progress tracking with calendar, Saveable custom presets, Color-coded notifications, Listen to music/audiobooks, Large, full-screen display, Widget for easy access

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

**In-app purchases (12)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Timer PRO for 1 month: 30% OFF | $2.09 | per month |
| Timer PRO for 1 month: 25% OFF | $2.29 | per month |
| Interval Timer PRO for 1 month | $2.99 | per month |
| Interval Timer PRO for 1 month | $2.99 | per month |
| Interval Timer PRO - 30% OFF | $15.00 | per year |
| Interval Timer PRO - 25% OFF | $16.49 | per year |
| Interval Timer PRO for 1 year | $21.99 | per year |
| Tabata Timer PRO for 1 year | $21.99 | per year |
| Interval Timer - no Ads | $2.99 | one-time |
| HIIT Timer PRO Forever 30% OFF | $27.99 | one-time |
| HIIT Timer PRO Forever 25% OFF | $29.99 | one-time |
| Exercise Timer PRO Forever | $39.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Simple and easy to use
- 🚀 Intuitive interface
- 🔋 Doesn't drain battery
- 💪 Effective for interval training
- 📆 Tracks workout history

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🔔 Frequent prompts to rate the app
- 🔒 Concerns about data privacy and permissions
- 🔧 Limited customization options

**Reported bugs**

- Occasional app crashes
- Compatibility issues with older devices

**Requested features**

- More pre-designed workout routines
- Ability to name and customize exercises
- Option to adjust countdown time between intervals


### Tabata 20

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tabata-20-10/id6471300637)

This app provides a simple and efficient timer for high-intensity interval training (HIIT) using the 20-second exercise, 10-second rest format. Its intuitive interface allows users to start workouts quickly and focus on their training without distractions.

**Highlights:** 20-second exercise intervals, 10-second rest intervals, Simple and intuitive interface, Streamlined workout timer, Focuses on HIIT efficiency

**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 20 free?

Tabata 20 is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Interval Timer or Tabata 20?

Tabata 20 is rated higher. Interval Timer averages 4.9 out of 5 from 384 ratings, while Tabata 20 averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.

### Do Interval Timer or Tabata 20 have ads?

Interval Timer shows ads; Tabata 20 does not.

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