Comparison

Tabata Timer and HIIT Timer vs AmpHIIT

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

AmpHIIT

Features
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AmpHIIT is a simple, focused HIIT and Tabata interval timer built for fast workouts, circuit training, cardio sessions, and at-home exercise. Set your prepare, work, and rest times, choose the number of exercises, and let AmpHIIT guide your workout with clear visual phases, optional voice coaching, and countdown beeps. Whether you are doing Tabata rounds, bodyweight circuits, cardio intervals, stretching routines, or quick daily workouts, AmpHIIT keeps the timing easy so you can focus on moving. Features: • Custom prepare, work, and rest timers • Adjustable number of exercises • Clear workout phase display • Optional voice coaching • Optional countdown beeps • Clean, distraction-free interface • Simon Says workout mode • Screen-awake support during active workouts • Local settings saved on your device • No account required • No ads • No tracking • Optional Tip Jar using Apple In-App Purchase AmpHIIT is designed to be lightweight, private, and easy to use. There are no accounts, no subscriptions, no ads, and no third-party analytics. Your workout settings stay on your device. AmpHIIT is a fitness timer, not medical advice. Exercise within your limits and consult a qualified professional before starting a new workout program.

Screenshots

Tabata Timer and HIIT Timer4 screens
AmpHIIT4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: AmpHIIT at none against Tabata Timer and HIIT Timer's shown. Tabata Timer and HIIT Timer's advantage is device support (3 vs 1) and iOS requirement (15.0 vs 17.6). On price 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 AmpHIIT sells 3 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Tabata Timer and HIIT Timer versus AmpHIIT: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterTabata Timer and HIIT TimerAmpHIIT
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.8 (74K ratings) — better—
Positive reviews79.6% of reviews—
Number of ratings74K — better—
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeks—
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone
Requires iOS15.0 — better17.6
Further details — not scored
Size27 MB7 MB
Age rating12+4+
DeveloperAnuj SethSteven Mayer

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

AmpHIIT

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
3 purchases

AmpHIIT

One-time3
  • AmpHIIT$0.99
  • AmpHIIT$1.99
  • AmpHIIT$3.99

Questions

Is Tabata Timer and HIIT Timer free?
Tabata Timer and HIIT Timer is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is AmpHIIT free?
AmpHIIT is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Tabata Timer and HIIT Timer or AmpHIIT have ads?
Tabata Timer and HIIT Timer shows ads; AmpHIIT does not.

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