Comparison

Tabata Timer 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

Features
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Your Ultimate Tabata & Interval Timer for Smarter Workouts Power through your HIIT, Tabata, or Splits Training sessions with the ultimate workout timer designed to keep you focused and in the zone. Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned athlete, this interval timer makes exercising efficient, intuitive, and motivating. ⏱ What is Tabata? Tabata is a form of high-intensity interval training (HIIT) that consists of short, powerful bursts of exercising followed by brief periods of rest. A typical Tabata session lasts just 4 minutes — but don't let the short time fool you. It's one of the most efficient ways to build endurance, burn fat, and improve cardiovascular health. Our Tabata timer takes the guesswork out of tracking your intervals, so you can focus on pushing yourself. Preloaded with 3 Powerful Presets: Classic Workout: 8 rounds – 20s work / 10s rest Beginner Friendly: 4 rounds – 15s work / 15s rest Advanced Challenge: 12 rounds – 30s work / 10s rest You can also create and save customized workouts tailored to your training style – from simple routines to complex intervals. Core Features: Clean, modern UI designed for quick navigation Color-coded phases and visual indicators for each workout phase Large, easy-to-read timers for maximum clarity during intense training Audio cues and haptic feedback keep you in sync without checking the screen Fully supports both portrait and landscape modes for flexible viewing Perfect for: Tabata Timer routines HIIT & Interval Workouts Splits & Circuit Training Gym, home, or on-the-go exercising No distractions. Just pure, focused training.

About

Interval Timer

This app provides a customizable interval timer for various training styles like HIIT, Tabata, and HYROX. It features clear voice cues, a large display, and quick setup for focused workouts without distractions.

Highlights
  • Customizable warm-up, work, rest, and round times
  • Quick setup for immediate training
  • Clear voice cues and beeps
  • Large, easy-to-read display
  • Supports HYROX, HIIT, Tabata, and more
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Interval Timer is the simple, powerful timer built for serious training. Whether you compete in HYROX, push through HIIT, or need precision for Tabata, AMRAP, or EMOM workouts, this app keeps you on pace and focused. Why athletes choose Free Interval Timer: Fully customizable warm-up, work, rest, and round times Quick setup so you can start training in seconds Clear voice cues and beeps so you never have to look at your phone Large, easy-to-read display for fast adjustments Works for HYROX, HIIT, Tabata, CrossFit, cardio, strength, and more Perfect for: HYROX race training and simulations High Intensity Interval Training (HIIT) Tabata, AMRAP, and EMOM sessions CrossFit and functional fitness Strength training, weightlifting, and bodybuilding Running, cycling, rowing, and ski erg workouts Yoga, pilates, stretching, and recovery Most timers are complicated, cluttered, or overpriced. Free Interval Timer is clean, easy to use, and built for athletes who want performance without distractions. Download today and train like a pro.

Screenshots

Tabata Timer3 screens
Interval Timer4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: Tabata Timer at none against Interval Timer's shown. Tabata Timer also leads on iOS requirement (15.1 vs 18.5). On price, in-app purchases 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
Tabata Timer versus Interval Timer: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterTabata TimerInterval Timer
PriceFreeFree
Rating—5.0 (2 ratings) — better
Positive reviews—100.0% of reviews
Number of ratings—2 — better
Update frequencyDaily—
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNoNo
Monetization—Ad-supported
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.1 — better18.5
Further details — not scored
Size28 MB27 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperSTAN I. C. ALEXANDRU PERSOANA FIZICA AUTORIZATAJessie Washington

In-app purchases

None

Tabata Timer

No in-app purchases

None

Interval Timer

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Tabata Timer free?
Tabata Timer is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Interval Timer free?
Interval Timer is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Tabata Timer or Interval Timer have ads?
Interval Timer shows ads; Tabata Timer does not.

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