# Timer for Workouts vs Taba

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Timer for Workouts at none against Taba's 2. Timer for Workouts also leads on ads (none vs shown) and ratings volume (9 vs 1). Taba's advantage is update cadence (every 4 days vs every 3 months) and rating (5.0 vs 4.8). On price, review sentiment, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Taba sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Timer for Workouts asks for nothing beyond the download.

Taba holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Timer for Workouts has 9 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews split almost evenly too, at 100% and 100% positive.

Timer for Workouts ships an update every 3 months, Taba every 4 days. Both last shipped on October 31, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Timer for Workouts | Taba |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.8 (9 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/timer-for-workouts/id6762504140/reviews) | **[5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/taba-workout-timer/id6765668805/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **9** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | 100.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | **Every 4 days** |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 1 MB | 14 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.6 | **17.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, Apple Watch |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [YUNFEI XU](https://appshunter.io/developer/1893542767) | [Borys Kozachanskyi](https://appshunter.io/developer/1895975675) |

## What reviewers say

### Timer for Workouts

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/timer-for-workouts/id6762504140)

A straightforward stopwatch designed for various workout routines like Tabata, EMOM, and custom intervals. It offers audio and haptic cues to keep users focused during exercise without needing to check their device.

**Highlights:** Tabata, EMOM, and custom interval modes, Adjustable work, rest, and round settings, Audio and haptic cues, Large, easy-to-use buttons, Automatic settings saving

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none


### Taba

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/taba-workout-timer/id6765668805)

Create custom interval training routines with clear visual cues and sound effects. Track your progress with detailed stats, personal records, and a calendar view. Share your workout results as designed images or export your history as a PDF.

**Highlights:** Multiple workout types (HIIT, EMOM, AMRAP, Free Time), Flexible interval customization, Apple Watch app with real-time tracking, Animated phase gradients, Workout history and personal records, Calendar view for consistency, Shareable workout result images

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

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Taba Premium | $2.99 | per month |
| Taba Premium | $24.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Timer for Workouts free?

Timer for Workouts is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Taba free?

Taba is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Timer for Workouts or Taba?

Taba is rated higher. Timer for Workouts averages 4.8 out of 5 from 9 ratings, while Taba averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.

### Do Timer for Workouts or Taba have ads?

Taba shows ads; Timer for Workouts does not.

### Which is updated more often, Timer for Workouts or Taba?

Timer for Workouts ships an update every 3 months, and Taba every 4 days. Most recently, Timer for Workouts was updated on October 31, 2026 and Taba on October 31, 2026.

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