# Tabata Timer vs Rounds

The clearest difference is rating: Rounds at 5.0 against Tabata Timer's 3.8. Rounds also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 1). Tabata Timer's advantage is ratings volume (9 vs 2) and iOS requirement (17.0 vs 26.0). On price, review sentiment, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Tabata Timer sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Rounds asks for nothing beyond the download.

Rounds holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 3.8. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 9 and 2 respectively. Written reviews split almost evenly too, at 100% and 100% positive.

## The numbers

| Metric | Tabata Timer | Rounds |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.8 (9 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tabata-timer-boxing-timer/id6474062808/reviews) | **[5.0 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/rounds-boxing-timer/id6755449182/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **9** | 2 |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | 100.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Weekly | — |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Size | 5 MB | 2 MB |
| Requires iOS | **17.0** | 26.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Polybit Studio Pty Ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/1425804524) | [Shahed Salehian](https://appshunter.io/developer/1853987348) |

## What reviewers say

### Tabata Timer

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tabata-timer-boxing-timer/id6474062808)

This interval training app offers customizable timers for various workouts like Tabata, HIIT, and boxing. It features voice guidance, workout history, and the ability to save presets. Some advanced features require a one-time purchase.

**Highlights:** Customizable work and rest timers, Adjustable number of rounds, Pause, skip, and go back options, Workout history and saved presets, Customizable audio cues with voice guidance, Initial countdown timer, Final seconds alert

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Pro Upgrade | $4.99 | one-time |


### Rounds

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/rounds-boxing-timer/id6755449182)

This interval timer is designed for combat sports and fitness enthusiasts. It offers customizable rounds, audio cues, and visual feedback to keep users focused during workouts. The app runs in the background, ensuring uninterrupted training sessions.

**Highlights:** Fully customizable rounds, Unlimited round support, Warm-up timer, Smart audio cues, Background operation, Visual phase indicators, Progress ring

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Tabata Timer free?

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

### Is Rounds free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Tabata Timer or Rounds?

Rounds is rated higher. Tabata Timer averages 3.8 out of 5 from 9 ratings, while Rounds averages 5.0 from 2 ratings.

### Do Tabata Timer or Rounds have ads?

Neither Tabata Timer nor Rounds shows ads.

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