Comparison

Tabata Timer and HIIT Timer vs Workout Timer

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

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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

Workout Timer

Design personalized fitness routines with a highly customizable interval timer. Track your progress, play your own music, and receive spoken exercise prompts. Integrates with Apple Health for detailed workout data.

Highlights
  • Customizable interval timer
  • Create custom workout routines
  • Play background music
  • Text-to-speech exercise prompts
  • Save and reuse workouts
  • Time Under Tension (TUT) tempos
  • Apple Health integration
Features
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Simple, Customizable, and Easy-to-use. Create any workout you can imagine in a matter of seconds & play your own music in the background!  Workout Timer is a fully customizable interval timer that dictates each exercise. Create as many different sets as you want and how many rounds you want to do them for. Great in the gym, at home, or outdoors. Whether you're creating your own HIIT routine or lifting weights in the gym, workout timer will keep you on pace! Key Features: - Play your own music in the background - Continues to work even while your screen is locked - Write in your own exercises - Reads off each exercise during the workout using text-to-speech - Save your workouts for later use - Number of Sets - Number of Exercises or Rest in each Set - Number of Rounds to repeat each Set - New: Set custom time-under-tension tempos! Great for any number of workouts, including: - Tabata - Interval Training - High Intensity Interval (HIIT) Training - Boxing round timer - Calisthenics circuit timer - Circuit training - Time Under Tension Training - Core Workouts - Cycling - Plyometrics - Weight Lifting - Cardio - Wind Sprints - Running - Jogging WORKOUT HISTORY USING APPLE HEALTH • Workout Timer has the best Apple Health integration. • Automatically sync workout time, heart rate, and calories burned to the Health App during your workouts. • Detailed stats for every interval • All your data is safely stored in Apple Health • You can enable this feature by granting the app the necessary permissions. If you wish to stop using the feature, you can easily disable the permissions in your mobile settings. .... and more! Please reach out to contact@apprebel.co for any questions/feedback / support https://www.workouttimer.com/terms-conditions https://www.workouttimer.com/privacy-policy

Screenshots

Tabata Timer and HIIT Timer4 screens
Workout Timer4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Tabata Timer and HIIT Timer at 4.8 against Workout Timer's 4.4. Tabata Timer and HIIT Timer also leads on ratings volume (74K vs 50) and review sentiment (79% vs 61%). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases 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 Workout Timer sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Tabata Timer and HIIT Timer holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Tabata Timer and HIIT Timer has 74K ratings behind it against 50, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 79% of Tabata Timer and HIIT Timer's written reviews are positive against 61% of Workout Timer's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 15, 2026 and October 12, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Tabata Timer and HIIT Timer versus Workout Timer: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterTabata Timer and HIIT TimerWorkout Timer
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.8 (74K ratings) — better4.4 (50 ratings)
Positive reviews79.5% of reviews — better60.7% of reviews
Number of ratings74K — better50
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeksEvery 3 weeks
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPod, Apple Watch
Requires iOS15.0 — better15.1
Further details — not scored
Size27 MB42 MB
Age rating12+4+
DeveloperAnuj SethAppRebel, Inc.

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%

Workout Timer

All ratings50 ratings
Positive86.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative14.0%
Written reviews150 reviews
Positive60.7%
Neutral6.7%
Negative32.7%

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

Workout Timer

From 50 App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Customizable workouts
  • 👍 Detailed and informative
  • 🔒 Reliable and consistent
  • 💡 Useful features like voice prompts
  • 🚀 Seamless workout experience

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Saving and editing issues
  • 🔒 Unreliable premium features
  • 🐛 Frequent crashes and bugs
  • 💰 Subscription model complaints
  • 🐛 Inconsistent user experience

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

Workout Timer

Reported bugs

5 issues
  • Workouts not saving properly
  • Premium features not functioning as expected
  • Frequent crashes and freezes
  • Inconsistent behavior across devices
  • Unauthorized user issues after purchases

Requested features

5 requests
  • Ability to save unlimited workouts
  • Improved syncing and backup options
  • Integration with fitness tracking apps
  • More customization options for workouts
  • Better customer support and communication

In-app purchases

2 purchases

Tabata Timer and HIIT Timer

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

Workout Timer

Subscriptions3
  • Monthly Subscription$2.991 Month
  • Monthly Subscription$4.991 Month
  • Yearly Subscription$19.991 Year
One-time3
  • Premimum Version$4.99
  • Premium Version Life Time$24.99
  • Premium Version Life Time$39.99

Questions

Is Tabata Timer and HIIT Timer free?
Tabata Timer and HIIT Timer is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Workout Timer free?
Workout Timer is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Tabata Timer and HIIT Timer or Workout Timer?
Tabata Timer and HIIT Timer is rated higher. Tabata Timer and HIIT Timer averages 4.8 out of 5 from 74K ratings, while Workout Timer averages 4.4 from 50 ratings.
Do Tabata Timer and HIIT Timer or Workout Timer have ads?
Both Tabata Timer and HIIT Timer and Workout Timer show ads.
Which is updated more often, Tabata Timer and HIIT Timer or Workout Timer?
Tabata Timer and HIIT Timer ships an update every 3 weeks, and Workout Timer every 3 weeks. Most recently, Tabata Timer and HIIT Timer was updated on October 15, 2026 and Workout Timer on October 12, 2026.

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