# Tabata Timer 2026 vs Interval Timer

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Tabata Timer 2026 at 50% against Interval Timer's 0%. Tabata Timer 2026 also leads on rating (4.9 vs 4.2) and update cadence (every 9 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.

Both are free to download. Tabata Timer 2026 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.

Tabata Timer 2026 holds the better App Store score, 4.9 against 4.2. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Tabata Timer 2026 has 58 ratings behind it against 10, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 50% of Tabata Timer 2026's written reviews are positive against 0% of Interval Timer's.

Tabata Timer 2026 ships an update every 9 days, Interval Timer monthly. The most recent releases landed on October 5, 2026 and September 28, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Tabata Timer 2026 | Interval Timer |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.9 (58 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tabata-timer-2026/id6739964338/reviews)** | [4.2 (10 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/interval-timer-hiit-workouts/id6742372753/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **58** | 10 |
| Positive reviews | **50.0% of reviews** | 0.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | **Every 9 days** | Monthly |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Freemium |
| Size | 49 MB | 31 MB |
| Requires iOS | **13.0** | 16.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch** | iPhone |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Simon Burgess](https://appshunter.io/developer/960547111) | [Lori Nguyen](https://appshunter.io/developer/1872689629) |

## What reviewers say

### Tabata Timer 2026

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tabata-timer-2026/id6739964338)

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

**In-app purchases (5)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium Weekly With Trial | $2.99 | per 7 days |
| Premium Monthly | $2.99 | per month |
| Premium Annual with Trial | $9.99 | per year |
| Premium Annual | $9.99 | per year |
| Premium Lifetime | $19.99 | one-time |


### Interval Timer

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/interval-timer-hiit-workouts/id6742372753)

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:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium Timer (weekly) | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Premium Timer (monthly) | $12.99 | per month |
| Premium Timer (yearly) | $39.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Tabata Timer 2026 free?

Tabata Timer 2026 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 2026 or Interval Timer?

Tabata Timer 2026 is rated higher. Tabata Timer 2026 averages 4.9 out of 5 from 58 ratings, while Interval Timer averages 4.2 from 10 ratings.

### Do Tabata Timer 2026 or Interval Timer have ads?

Tabata Timer 2026 shows ads; Interval Timer does not.

### Which is updated more often, Tabata Timer 2026 or Interval Timer?

Tabata Timer 2026 ships an update every 9 days, and Interval Timer monthly. Most recently, Tabata Timer 2026 was updated on October 5, 2026 and Interval Timer on September 28, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*