Comparison

Tabata Timer and HIIT Timer vs Beep 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

Beep Timer

This app provides a free, customizable interval timer for various workouts like HIIT, Tabata, and boxing. It features clear beeps, voice announcements, and a distraction-free dark interface to keep users focused on training. Track progress with workout statistics and save custom routines.

Highlights
  • Free interval timer
  • Customizable intervals and rounds
  • Voice announcements
  • Workout archive and notes
  • Workout statistics
  • Dark mode interface
  • Offline functionality
Features
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Beep Timer - The Free Interval Timer for Every Workout Beep Timer is a simple, free interval timer for HIIT, Tabata, boxing rounds, circuit training, and any workout where seconds matter. Clear beeps, voice announcements, and a distraction-free dark interface keep you focused on training — not your screen. FREE INTERVAL TIMER WITH BEEPS No account. No paywall. Just open the app, set your intervals, and train. Works for beginners and seasoned athletes alike. Whether it's your first HIIT session or your hundredth Tabata protocol, Beep Timer keeps up with you. FULLY CUSTOMIZABLE INTERVALS Set exercise duration, rest periods, and number of rounds to build the perfect timer for any session. Save your presets and load them instantly next time — no setup wasted before a workout. AUDIO BEEPS & VOICE ANNOUNCEMENTS Clear beep sounds count down every interval so you never glance at your phone mid-set. Voice announcements tell you when to push and when to rest — true hands-free, eyes-free training. Adjust beep volume and voice settings independently so your timer never competes with your music. ARCHIVE & ORGANIZE WORKOUTS Save your favorite routines in the workout archive. Add detailed notes to every session — exercises, weights, reps, form cues — so you always remember what you did and can improve on it next time. WORKOUT STATISTICS Stay motivated with built-in workout statistics. See your total sessions, total time trained, and personal milestones as you build your training streak. DESIGNED FOR FOCUS A clean, dark interface with large bold digits keeps the timer readable from across the room. The animated ring shows time remaining at a glance. The screen stays on while you train — no interruptions mid-set. WORKS ANYWHERE No internet required. No account needed. Start a timer, lock your phone, and your beeps still come through loud and clear. BUILT FOR EVERY TRAINING STYLE HIIT (High-Intensity Interval Training) Tabata timer intervals Boxing and MMA round timer Circuit training timer Strength and hypertrophy sets Cardio and endurance sessions Calisthenics workouts Stretching and mobility flows WHO IT'S FOR Athletes who need a precise interval timer HIIT and Tabata fans who want a simple workout timer Boxers and MMA fighters who need a round timer Gym-goers tracking sets, rounds, and rest Anyone who wants a free, no-nonsense fitness timer KEY FEATURES Free interval timer — no account required Beep sound timer with adjustable volume Voice announcements for hands-free training Customizable rounds, sets, and rest periods Tabata timer and HIIT timer support Boxing round timer with bell sounds Workout archive with personal notes Workout statistics and milestones Dark mode interface — easy to read anywhere Screen stays on during workouts Works fully offline — no internet needed Stop watching the clock — let Beep Timer do it for you. Download the free interval timer now and train smarter.

Screenshots

Tabata Timer and HIIT Timer4 screens
Beep Timer4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Beep Timer at none against Tabata Timer and HIIT Timer's 2. Beep Timer also leads on rating (5.0 vs 4.8). Tabata Timer and HIIT Timer's advantage is ratings volume (74K vs 1). On price, update cadence, ads and device support 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. Beep Timer asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Beep 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.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 1, 2026 and September 24, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
Tabata Timer and HIIT Timer versus Beep Timer: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterTabata Timer and HIIT TimerBeep Timer
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.8 (74K ratings)5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Positive reviews79.6% of reviews—
Number of ratings74K — better1
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeksEvery 3 weeks
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesAd-supported — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPod
Requires iOS15.0 — better15.1
Further details — not scored
Size27 MB57 MB
Age rating12+4+
DeveloperAnuj SethDaniel Huda

Customer experience

Tabata Timer and HIIT Timer

All ratings73,691 ratings
Positive96.2%
Neutral2.0%
Negative1.8%
Written reviews667 reviews
Positive79.6%
Neutral4.5%
Negative15.9%

Beep Timer

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

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

Beep Timer

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

2 purchases

Tabata Timer and HIIT Timer

Subscriptions1
  • Pro Features Subscription$19.991 Year
One-time1
  • Pro Features$19.99
None

Beep Timer

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Tabata Timer and HIIT Timer free?
Tabata Timer and HIIT Timer is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Beep Timer free?
Beep Timer is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Tabata Timer and HIIT Timer or Beep Timer?
Beep Timer is rated higher. Tabata Timer and HIIT Timer averages 4.8 out of 5 from 74K ratings, while Beep Timer averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.
Do Tabata Timer and HIIT Timer or Beep Timer have ads?
Both Tabata Timer and HIIT Timer and Beep Timer show ads.
Which is updated more often, Tabata Timer and HIIT Timer or Beep Timer?
Tabata Timer and HIIT Timer ships an update every 3 weeks, and Beep Timer every 3 weeks. Most recently, Tabata Timer and HIIT Timer was updated on October 1, 2026 and Beep Timer on September 24, 2026.

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