Comparison

Tabata Timer 2025 vs Interval Timer

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

Head to head
About

Tabata Timer 2025

This app offers a highly customizable interval timer for Tabata and other workout styles. Create, store, and sort your own routines with custom sound effects and voiceovers. Track your progress with detailed statistics and animated charts.

Highlights
  • Customizable Tabata workouts
  • Workout database with categories
  • Sound effects and voiceovers
  • Large, clear timer display
  • Stats page with animated charts
  • Daily workout reminder
  • Multiple themes
Features
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After disappointment with other Tabata Timers, I created this to be a good looking, fully customisable Tabata timer with multiple themes, a database to store your own custom workouts sorted by category and full stats page with animated charts. Perfect for any kind of Tabata interval training. Features - large, clear timer display - fastest method to modify workout times - fully customisable Tabata workouts - sound effects for start, stop, countdown to next phase etc - voiceover announces each phase - new feature - name all your exercise sets and have the voiceover announce them - landscape mode for an easy workout - add your own workouts sorted by category - stats page showing past workout data and animated charts - daily workout reminder - multiple themes available - no registration/signup/login required, just open the app and start using it The app is fully functional without subscription and you are welcome to use it as long as you like with no limits. However, if you want to enjoy the app without ads and unlimited workouts then you can purchase a premium subscription. If you purchase a monthly or yearly subscription, payment will be charged to your iTunes account. Your account will automatically be charged for renewal within 24-hours prior to the end of the current subscription unless you disable auto-renew. You can manage your subscriptions and turn off auto-renewal by going to your account settings on the App Store after purchase. When canceling a subscription, your subscription will stay active until the end of the current period. Auto-renewal will be disabled, but the current subscription will not be refunded. Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

Interval Timer

This advanced interval timer supports HIIT, Tabata, and circuit training with customizable work, rest, and cooldown periods. Stay focused with voice alerts, background operation, and music integration for any fitness routine.

Highlights
  • Customizable workouts
  • Pre-set & custom intervals
  • Voice & sound alerts
  • Music integration
  • Background operation
  • Dark & light mode
Features
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Take your HIIT, Tabata, and circuit training to the next level with this advanced interval timer—your ideal companion for structured, high-intensity workouts. Whether you're an athlete, fitness enthusiast, or just getting started, this app helps you stay focused and push your limits. Key Features: Customizable Workouts – Set your work, rest, and cooldown times to suit any routine Pre-Set & Custom Intervals – Use built-in templates or create your own Voice & Sound Alerts – Stay on track without looking at your screen Music Integration – Keep your energy high with background music Dark & Light Mode – Choose the look that works best for you Background Operation – Timer continues even when using other apps Great For: HIIT and Tabata sessions Sprint and running drills Strength and circuit training Martial arts, boxing, and MMA Yoga, stretching, and meditation Includes optional paid subscriptions, which can be canceled at any time. Download now and stay in control of your training—wherever you are. Privacy Policy: https://doc-hosting.flycricket.io/interval-timer-hiit-privacy-policy/e8e356e5-c8bf-44a0-af21-1ced9ed45894/privacy Terms of Use: https://doc-hosting.flycricket.io/interval-timer-hiit-terms-of-use/02c4d0ca-29f9-47f1-a4d5-36c2b4ec4688/terms

Screenshots

Tabata Timer 20254 screens
Interval Timer4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Tabata Timer 2025 at 5.0 against Interval Timer's 4.2. Tabata Timer 2025 also leads on review sentiment (33% vs 0%) and update cadence (every 8 days vs monthly). Interval Timer's advantage is ads (none vs shown). On price, in-app purchases and monetization model 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 2025 sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days and Interval Timer sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Tabata Timer 2025 holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.2. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 39 and 10 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 33% of Tabata Timer 2025's written reviews are positive against 0% of Interval Timer's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Tabata Timer 2025 ships an update every 8 days, Interval Timer monthly. The most recent releases landed on September 21, 2026 and September 10, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard7 real differences · 3 level
Tabata Timer 2025 versus Interval Timer: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterTabata Timer 2025Interval Timer
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (39 ratings) — better4.2 (10 ratings)
Positive reviews33.3% of reviews — better0.0% of reviews
Number of ratings39 — better10
Update frequencyEvery 8 days — betterMonthly
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFreemium
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone
Requires iOS12.0 — better16.0
Further details — not scored
Size54 MB31 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperSimon BurgessLori Nguyen

Customer experience

Tabata Timer 2025

All ratings39 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews3 reviews
Positive33.3%
Neutral0.0%
Negative66.7%

Interval Timer

All ratings10 ratings
Positive80.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative20.0%
Written reviews2 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%

In-app purchases

5 purchases

Tabata Timer 2025

Subscriptions4
  • Premium Weekly With Trial3 Days trial$2.997 Days
  • Premium Monthly$2.991 Month
  • Premium Annual with Trial7 Days trial$9.991 Year
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  • Premium Annual$9.991 Year
One-time1
  • Premium Lifetime$19.99
3 purchases

Interval Timer

Subscriptions3
  • Premium Timer (weekly)3 Days trial$4.997 Days
  • Premium Timer (monthly)3 Days trial$12.991 Month
  • Premium Timer (yearly)$39.991 Year

Questions

Is Tabata Timer 2025 free?
Tabata Timer 2025 is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Interval Timer free?
Interval Timer is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Tabata Timer 2025 or Interval Timer?
Tabata Timer 2025 is rated higher. Tabata Timer 2025 averages 5.0 out of 5 from 39 ratings, while Interval Timer averages 4.2 from 10 ratings.
Do Tabata Timer 2025 or Interval Timer have ads?
Tabata Timer 2025 shows ads; Interval Timer does not.
Which is updated more often, Tabata Timer 2025 or Interval Timer?
Tabata Timer 2025 ships an update every 8 days, and Interval Timer monthly. Most recently, Tabata Timer 2025 was updated on September 21, 2026 and Interval Timer on September 10, 2026.

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