# Tabata Timer and HIIT Timer vs Pro Timer

The clearest difference is price: Tabata Timer and HIIT Timer at Free against Pro Timer's $0.99. Tabata Timer and HIIT Timer also leads on ratings volume (74K vs 1) and update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 2 months). Pro Timer's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 2) and ads (none vs shown). On device support there is nothing between them.

Tabata Timer and HIIT Timer is free to download; Pro Timer costs $0.99 up front. Tabata Timer and HIIT Timer sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $19.99 per year. Pro Timer asks for nothing beyond the download.

Pro Timer holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Tabata Timer and HIIT Timer has 74K ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 80% of Tabata Timer and HIIT Timer's written reviews are positive against 100% of Pro Timer's.

Tabata Timer and HIIT Timer ships an update every 3 weeks, Pro Timer every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on September 27, 2026 and June 3, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Tabata Timer and HIIT Timer | Pro Timer |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | **Free** | $0.99 |
| Rating | [4.8 (74K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tabata-timer-and-hiit-timer/id664563975/reviews) | **[5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pro-timer/id1428444061/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **74K** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | 79.6% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | **Every 3 weeks** | Every 2 months |
| Monetization | **Free with in-app purchases** | Paid |
| Size | 27 MB | 16 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | **11.4** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 12+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Anuj Seth](https://appshunter.io/developer/486885281) | [Wesley Scheper](https://appshunter.io/developer/879919957) |

## What reviewers say

### Tabata Timer and HIIT Timer

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tabata-timer-and-hiit-timer/id664563975)

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:** Family Sharing

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Pro Features Subscription | $19.99 | per year |
| Pro Features | $19.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 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

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🔒 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

**Reported bugs**

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

**Requested features**

- 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


### Pro Timer

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pro-timer/id1428444061)

This interval timer app helps users create and manage custom workout circuits for high-intensity interval training. It offers intuitive design, quick circuit setup, and audio/visual cues to guide users through exercises. Users can also share their custom routines with others.

**Highlights:** Create custom workout circuits, Quick circuit start, Audio and visual cues, Share circuits with friends, Workout reminders, Background mode support

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Tabata Timer and HIIT Timer free?

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

### Is Pro Timer free?

Pro Timer costs $0.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Tabata Timer and HIIT Timer or Pro Timer?

Pro Timer is rated higher. Tabata Timer and HIIT Timer averages 4.8 out of 5 from 74K ratings, while Pro Timer averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.

### Do Tabata Timer and HIIT Timer or Pro Timer have ads?

Tabata Timer and HIIT Timer shows ads; Pro Timer does not.

### Which is updated more often, Tabata Timer and HIIT Timer or Pro Timer?

Tabata Timer and HIIT Timer ships an update every 3 weeks, and Pro Timer every 2 months. Most recently, Tabata Timer and HIIT Timer was updated on September 27, 2026 and Pro Timer on June 3, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*