Comparison

Tabata Timer and HIIT Timer vs Tabata HIIT. Interval Training

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

Head to head
About

Tabata Timer and HIIT Timer

This interval training app automates your exercise, rest, and cooldown periods for various workouts like Tabata, HIIT, and sprints. It offers customizable intervals, voice guidance, 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 guidance
  • Music integration
  • Apple Health support
  • Color-coded display
Features
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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. The app 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 and enjoy that workout. The Apple Health app is supported and the Tabata app will write your workout times, calorie burned estimates and heart rates (needs a heart rate monitor and Pro purchase) after each workout. By far the best app for Tabata training available for your iPhone and iPad, this Tabata Timer app is well over a decade old with millions of downloads worldwide. Try out TSP you might really like it. Doesn't Include: - The free version limits the number of workouts every 7 days. - Self support with FAQs available on the help page linked below. 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 (Pro purchase needed). + 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. Pro Features Subscription: Some features of the app require a paid Pro Features In App Subscription. These include unlimited number of workouts, no ads, access to announcement settings, the ability to use chest strap heart rate monitors and more sounds. Learn more about these by clicking on the GET PRO button in the app settings on the top right. 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

Tabata HIIT. Interval Training

This app offers a high-intensity interval training (HIIT) program based on the Tabata method. It provides pre-set workout plans for various body parts and fat burning, along with the ability to create custom routines. Track your progress with detailed statistics and a calorie counter.

Highlights
  • Tabata HIIT interval training
  • Pre-set and custom workout plans
  • Adjustable gym timer
  • Interval timer with music
  • Calorie counter
  • Detailed statistics
  • Sync with Apple Health
Features
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A 4-minute workout that replaces 1 hour of fitness training. Tabata is a form of high-intensity interval training (HIIT): • Workout hard for 20 seconds • Rest for 10 seconds • Complete 8 rounds Training plans: • Abs Workout • Buttocks and Thigh • Lower Body • Upper Body • Fat Burning • Ideal Body + You can create a custom tabata workout! Features: • Adjustable gym timer • Interval timer with music • Flexible workout schedule • Reminders won't let you miss your workout • Calorie counter • Detailed statistics • Interface is simple and easy-to-understand • Sync with Apple Health • Choose your color theme It's time to train! Help us translate into your language: http://translate.axiomrun.com Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/axiomrun

Screenshots

Tabata Timer and HIIT Timer4 screens
Tabata HIIT. Interval Training4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: Tabata HIIT. Interval Training at none against Tabata Timer and HIIT Timer's shown. Tabata HIIT. Interval Training also leads on review sentiment (93% vs 79%). Tabata Timer and HIIT Timer's advantage is ratings volume (74K vs 1.5K) and update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 2 months). On price, rating, in-app purchases and monetization model 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

Both are free to download. Tabata Timer and HIIT Timer sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $19.99 per year and Tabata HIIT. Interval Training sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.8 for Tabata Timer and HIIT Timer against 4.7 for Tabata HIIT. Interval Training. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Tabata Timer and HIIT Timer has 74K ratings behind it against 1.5K, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 79% of Tabata Timer and HIIT Timer's written reviews are positive against 93% of Tabata HIIT. Interval Training's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Tabata Timer and HIIT Timer ships an update every 3 weeks, Tabata HIIT. Interval Training every 2 months. Both last shipped on October 15, 2026.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
Tabata Timer and HIIT Timer versus Tabata HIIT. Interval Training: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterTabata Timer and HIIT TimerTabata HIIT. Interval Training
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.8 (74K ratings) — better4.7 (1.5K ratings)
Positive reviews79.5% of reviews93.2% of reviews — better
Number of ratings74K — better1.5K
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeks — betterEvery 2 months
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch — better
Requires iOS15.0 — better15.6
Further details — not scored
Size27 MB42 MB
Age rating12+4+
DeveloperAnuj SethAxiom Mobile LLC

Customer experience

Tabata Timer and HIIT Timer

All ratings73,691 ratings
Positive96.2%
Neutral2.0%
Negative1.8%
Written reviews677 reviews
Positive79.5%
Neutral4.4%
Negative16.1%

Tabata HIIT. Interval Training

All ratings1,539 ratings
Positive95.0%
Neutral3.1%
Negative1.9%
Written reviews1,130 reviews
Positive93.2%
Neutral4.2%
Negative2.6%

User reviews

Tabata Timer and HIIT Timer

From 74K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Versatile and customizable
  • 👍 Easy to use interface
  • 🎨 Helpful voice prompts and audio cues
  • 💪 Effective for HIIT and circuit training
  • 🎶 Ability to play music during workouts

Room to improve

  • 🔒 Limited free version with restrictions
  • 🐛 Inconsistent behavior when pausing/resuming
  • 🔍 Lack of visual indicators for exercise progress
  • 🔊 Loud audio alerts that can't be adjusted
  • 🔁 Inability to edit saved workout presets

Tabata HIIT. Interval Training

From 1.5K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 👍 Great developer
  • 👍 Systematic and simple workouts
  • 👍 Motivating and helpful for reaching fitness goals
  • 👍 Versatile and customizable workouts
  • 👍 Effective for home/on-the-go workouts

Room to improve

  • 🤔 Some users feel the free version is too limited
  • 🤔 A few users found the workouts to be not worth paying for
  • 🤔 Occasional complaints about the app being too robotic or lacking in personality

Bugs and requests

Tabata Timer and HIIT Timer

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • App freezing or crashing on some devices
  • Purchased pro version not restoring properly
  • Inconsistent behavior when switching between apps

Requested features

5 requests
  • Ability to label and customize individual intervals
  • Option to create more complex interval sequences
  • Integration with wearable devices and fitness trackers
  • Customizable audio alerts and voice prompts
  • Improved workout history and progress tracking

Tabata HIIT. Interval Training

Reported bugs

2 issues
  • Some issues with the app's audio volume and integration with music
  • Occasional crashes or freezes reported by a few users

Requested features

6 requests
  • More advanced or customizable workout options
  • Additional exercises and workout routines
  • Ability to connect to music libraries
  • More detailed workout tracking and progress monitoring
  • Halfway point voice cues during workouts
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  • End-of-workout congratulatory messages

In-app purchases

2 purchases

Tabata Timer and HIIT Timer

Subscriptions1
  • Pro Features Subscription$19.991 Year
One-time1
  • Pro Features$19.99
5 purchases

Tabata HIIT. Interval Training

Subscriptions2
  • Full Version$1.991 Month
  • Full Version$4.996 Months
One-time3
  • Full Version$1.99
  • Full Version$4.99
  • Full Version$9.99

Questions

Is Tabata Timer and HIIT Timer free?
Tabata Timer and HIIT Timer is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Tabata HIIT. Interval Training free?
Tabata HIIT. Interval Training is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Tabata Timer and HIIT Timer or Tabata HIIT. Interval Training?
Tabata Timer and HIIT Timer is rated higher. Tabata Timer and HIIT Timer averages 4.8 out of 5 from 74K ratings, while Tabata HIIT. Interval Training averages 4.7 from 1.5K ratings.
Do Tabata Timer and HIIT Timer or Tabata HIIT. Interval Training have ads?
Tabata Timer and HIIT Timer shows ads; Tabata HIIT. Interval Training does not.
Which is updated more often, Tabata Timer and HIIT Timer or Tabata HIIT. Interval Training?
Tabata Timer and HIIT Timer ships an update every 3 weeks, and Tabata HIIT. Interval Training every 2 months. Most recently, Tabata Timer and HIIT Timer was updated on October 15, 2026 and Tabata HIIT. Interval Training on October 15, 2026.

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