Comparison

Duck Tabata vs Shadow Timer

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

Head to head
About

Duck Tabata

Features
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The Tabata method is a type of high intensity interval training (HIIT) designed to get the most benefit out of short bursts of exercise, and Duck Tabata is the simplest possible Tabata timer app. No ads or in-app purchases. Just choose your work/rest durations and number of rounds and get going! Features: - Set Work and Rest duration in 10 second increments. - Choose any number of rounds. - Gentle sound effects mark the start and end of each interval. - Animated pixel art duck (game changer!).

About

Shadow Timer

Features
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Take your boxing training to the next level with the ultimate boxing timer app. Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned fighter, our app helps you master your rounds, combos, and rest intervals - all in one place. Why you’ll love it: Customizable Timer - Set rounds, rest periods, and total workout length to match your style. Combo Training - Pre-set or create your own punch combinations to improve speed, technique, and coordination. Workout Flexibility - Train anywhere, anytime, with routines built for all skill levels. Voice Cues & Sounds - Stay focused without watching the screen. Whether you’re training for fitness, competition, or just to feel stronger, this app is your corner coach in your pocket. Every second counts - make every round count too. Get ready, step into the ring, and train like a champion.

Screenshots

Duck Tabata4 screens
Shadow Timer4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is iOS requirement: Duck Tabata at 12.0 against Shadow Timer's 15.1. On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price Β· Rating Β· Positive reviews Β· Number of ratings Β· Update frequency Β· Ads Β· In-app purchases Β· Monetization Β· Best chart rank Β· Devices Β· Requires iOS

CostPrice Β· In-app purchases Β· Ads Β· Monetization

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

Scorecard1 real difference Β· 4 level
Duck Tabata versus Shadow Timer: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterDuck TabataShadow Timer
PriceFreeFree
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod β€” better
Requires iOS12.0 β€” better15.1
Further details β€” not scored
Size25 MB30 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperTHATS A LOT OF DUCKS LLCManuel Matosevic

In-app purchases

None

Duck Tabata

No in-app purchases

None

Shadow Timer

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Duck Tabata free?
Duck Tabata is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Shadow Timer free?
Shadow Timer is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Duck Tabata or Shadow Timer have ads?
Neither Duck Tabata nor Shadow Timer shows ads.

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