HIIT Timer vs Round
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
HIIT Timer
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Cloud Backup & Heart Rate Log Take your HIIT and Tabata workouts to the next level with this powerful and easy-to-use interval timer. Whether you’re training at home or in the gym, this app supports your fitness goals with custom settings, workout tracking, Apple Watch integration, and more. Key Features ◆ Fully Customizable Timer Set your workout time, rest time, and number of sets exactly as you like. Perfect for HIIT, Tabata, circuit training, and strength workouts. ◆ Built-in Presets for Quick Start Start instantly with ready-made presets like the classic Tabata protocol (20s work / 10s rest x 8). Great for beginners or quick sessions. ◆ Save and Reuse Your Routines Create your own training patterns and save them for future use. Easily manage different routines for different training days. ◆ Workout History & Calendar View All completed workouts are automatically saved and can be reviewed on a monthly calendar. See your progress at a glance and stay motivated. ◆ Apple Watch Heart Rate Logging Track your peak heart rate during training when using Apple Watch. Helpful for monitoring intensity and optimizing performance. ◆ Cloud Sync with Account Login Create a free account to store your workout history and settings in the cloud. Easily restore your data when switching devices or reinstalling the app. Recommended For ・Anyone doing HIIT or Tabata workouts ・People looking to build a home training habit ・Busy professionals wanting efficient workouts ・Apple Watch users wanting heart rate tracking ・Fitness lovers who want to track their progress ・Users who want to save and manage multiple training plans Simple and Clean Interface ・Designed for focus. The workout screen displays a large, easy-to-read timer with clear audio and vibration cues for transitions. Stay in the zone without distractions. Upcoming Features (Planned) ・Shareable workout routines ・Custom sound alerts ・Advanced stats like average heart rate and estimated calories burned HIIT Timer is designed to help you stay consistent, improve performance, and enjoy every training session. Start building your fitness habit today—with a timer that supports every rep, every rest, every day. * You can use the timer for free up to 10 times. To use it 11 or more times, you will need to purchase a premium plan. Terms of Use https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy https://doc-hosting.flycricket.io/hiit-timer-privacy-policy/c65f445d-1c6e-4a02-a94a-b06ebd4c05ba/privacy
Round
This interval timer is designed for high-intensity interval training (HIIT), Tabata, and circuit workouts. It allows users to create custom routines with multiple exercises and track their progress. The app offers haptic alerts and can be controlled from an Apple Watch.
- Customizable interval routines
- HIIT, Tabata, and circuit training support
- Apple Watch control
- Haptic alerts for round changes
- Visual arc timer
- Workout progress tracking
- Apple Health integration
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Round is a visual interval timer for HIIT, Tabata, circuit training, strength workouts, mobility, and stretching. TRAIN WITH 3D MOVEMENT GUIDES Choose from 71 exercises and see each movement in 3D while building your routine and while the timer runs. Side-specific and alternating exercises are handled clearly, so you always know what comes next. BUILD A ROUTINE IN SECONDS • Start with a ready-made template or build from the exercise catalog • Reorder, duplicate, edit, and delete steps directly • Add custom exercises with your own name and emoji • Set work, step rest, set rest, preparation, and number of sets STAY FOCUSED • Follow the 3D animation or switch to a larger remaining-time display • See your current step, progress, and upcoming lineup at a glance • Audio and haptic cues announce every transition WORKS WITH WATCH Control your workout from your wrist and receive haptic cues without reaching for your iPhone. TRACK YOUR PROGRESS • Sessions are logged automatically • Review total training time, streaks, and your most-used routines • Save workouts to Apple Health • Delete individual history entries whenever needed No account. No ads. Fully offline.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Round at none against HIIT Timer's 3. Round also leads on update cadence (weekly vs every 3 months) and device support (3 vs 1). On price, ads and iOS requirement 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
Both are free to download. HIIT Timer sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $0.49 per month. Round asks for nothing beyond the download.
HIIT Timer ships an update every 3 months, Round weekly. The most recent releases landed on October 14, 2026 and October 10, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | HIIT Timer | Round |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | — | 4.0 (1 ratings) — better |
| Number of ratings | — | 1 — better |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | Weekly — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | — | Free |
| Devices | iPhone | iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch — better |
| Requires iOS | 18.2 | 17.2 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 21 MB | 35 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | KAZUNORI WAKAMATSU | Ryosuke Nakayama |
In-app purchases
HIIT Timer
- Premium plan (1 month)$0.491 Month
- Premium plan (annual)$5.991 Year
- PremiumPlan(one-time purchase)$14.99
Round
No in-app purchases









