# Tabata Timer and HIIT Timer vs Interval Timer Plus

The clearest difference is ads: Interval Timer Plus at none against Tabata Timer and HIIT Timer's shown. Interval Timer Plus also leads on review sentiment (95% vs 79%). Tabata Timer and HIIT Timer's advantage is ratings volume (74K vs 6.2K) and update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 2 months). On price, rating, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Tabata Timer and HIIT Timer sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $19.99 per year and Interval Timer Plus sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.8 for Tabata Timer and HIIT Timer against 4.9 for Interval Timer Plus. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Tabata Timer and HIIT Timer has 74K ratings behind it against 6.2K, 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 95% of Interval Timer Plus's.

Tabata Timer and HIIT Timer ships an update every 3 weeks, Interval Timer Plus every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 10, 2026 and October 9, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Tabata Timer and HIIT Timer | Interval Timer Plus |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.8 (74K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tabata-timer-and-hiit-timer/id664563975/reviews) | **[4.9 (6.2K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/interval-timer-plus/id1554256831/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **74K** | 6.2K |
| Positive reviews | 79.4% of reviews | **95.1% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | **Every 3 weeks** | Every 2 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 27 MB | 24 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch** |
| Age rating | 12+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Anuj Seth](https://appshunter.io/developer/486885281) | [Su-Au Hwang](https://appshunter.io/developer/1554256833) |

## 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


### Interval Timer Plus

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/interval-timer-plus/id1554256831)

This versatile timer app offers a simple yet powerful way to manage timed activities. Customize multiple intervals with individual colors and sounds, and save them as presets for quick access. It's designed for ease of use and visibility, even from a distance, and works seamlessly in the background.

**Highlights:** Customizable intervals, Named intervals with voice readout, Individual colors and sounds, Count time or repetitions, Unlimited presets, Works in background, Full screen color coding

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Apple Watch app, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Remove Ads | $2.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Simple and effective
- 🚀 Customizable and streamlined
- 👍 Easy to configure and edit
- 👍 Convenient for workouts and circuits
- 👍 Minimal ads and no purchases required

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Occasional issues with audio playback in the background
- 💡 Desire for more color customization options

**Reported bugs**

- Audio alerts not working when app is in the background

**Requested features**

- Support for Apple Watch integration
- Ability to delete saved workouts


## 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 Interval Timer Plus free?

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

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

Interval Timer Plus is rated higher. Tabata Timer and HIIT Timer averages 4.8 out of 5 from 74K ratings, while Interval Timer Plus averages 4.9 from 6.2K ratings.

### Do Tabata Timer and HIIT Timer or Interval Timer Plus have ads?

Tabata Timer and HIIT Timer shows ads; Interval Timer Plus does not.

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

Tabata Timer and HIIT Timer ships an update every 3 weeks, and Interval Timer Plus every 2 months. Most recently, Tabata Timer and HIIT Timer was updated on October 10, 2026 and Interval Timer Plus on October 9, 2026.

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