Comparison

Timer Tabata for Workout, HIIT 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

Timer Tabata for Workout, HIIT

This app provides a versatile interval timer for various training styles, including Tabata, HIIT, and general workouts. It offers background operation and round tracking, with optional premium features and Health app integration.

Highlights
  • Tabata Protocol timer
  • Rounds timer
  • Stopwatch mode
  • Interval timer
  • Workout of the day display
  • Background operation (premium)
  • Round number and duration display
Features
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Workout Timer / Training Timer / Round Timer Special timer for interval training The opportunity to display mode: - Tabata Protocol - Rounds - Stopwatch - Intervals - Workout of the day - Timer also works in backgroung mode (premium version) - Ability to display the number and duration of rounds Should you choose to upgrade to a Premium Membership, payment will be charged to your iTunes account at confirmation of purchase. Your monthly subscription is $0.99 per month, while the yearly subscription is $4.99 per year. (Price may vary by location.) Your subscription renews automatically unless cancelled at least 24 hours prior to the end of the current period and cancellation of the current active subscription period is not allowed. Auto-renewal may be turned off in your Account Settings in iTunes after purchase. You can also manage your subscriptions in Account Settings after purchase. Terms of use: http://appbysnap.tilda.ws/terms The application supports Health app: At your request, the data on completed training will be automatically added to the Health app. Good luck in your workouts!

About

Interval Timer ++

This app provides a customizable interval timer for high-intensity interval training (HIIT) and circuit workouts. Easily set up work, rest, and repeat intervals, track your progress, and integrate with your health data. Enjoy your workouts with background music and notifications.

Highlights
  • Customizable work/rest/repeat intervals
  • Supports iPhone and Apple Watch
  • Workout history in calendar view
  • Health app integration (HealthKit)
  • Background notifications
  • Listen to music during workouts
  • Premium timers for mixed fitness types
Features
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Award-winning app for your daily workouts! Simple set up, intense workout: *** One touch to set up Workout, Rest, and Repeat. *** Supports both iPhone and Apple Watch *** Colorful design, to give you some eye candy while working hard *** Multiple timers for easy access and training *** Premium timers where different fitness types are mixed *** Background notification, so you can keep working out while browsing other apps, or even when screen is locked *** Listen to your favorite music while working out *** See your workout history in calendar view Health App Integration We integrate with the health app (HealthKit) to read and track your steps data and show them in a beautiful way. Feature details: - Workout duration: 2 seconds to 8 minutes - Rest duration: 0 seconds to 8 minutes - Repeat: 20 times (50 times if purchased Premium Subscription) - Premium timers: mix fitness types, including Planks, Jumping Jack, Push Ups, Sit Ups, High Knees, Side Planks, Butt Kicks, Side Lunges, Lunges, etc. - Multiple timers for quick access - Name your timers - Swipe-to-delete timers - Drag-n-drop to reorder custom timers - 10 seconds count down, so you can get into workout position - Count down sound before next workout starts, for you to recover position - Pause and resume workout at any time - Reset at any time if workout was interrupted - Calendar view: shows your work/rest/repeat sessions - Listen to your favorite music in background, while working out the Interval Timer in foreground - Background music will be tuned down when playing workout sounds - Vibration / Haptic feedbacks between workout and rest - Ability to mute all workout sound Users say good works after usage: "I love the simplicity and ease of use of this app. It is almost exactly what I am looking for." "No frills or gimmicks, this app gives it to you straight, which is how interval timers should work IMO." "An eye-candy for your tough workouts." "Mind-blowing on how easy it is to use." "Simple. Does EXACTLY what you need." Also checkout our awesome demo video on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gO_z8mN1asU Interval Timer Pro (In App Purchase): - Create unlimited number of timers for easy access - Use our premium timers - Repeat workout for more than 20 times • You can subscribe for Interval Timer Pro inside the app; subscriptions are billed monthly or annually at the rate selected depending on the subscription plan. • Alternatively a one-time payment plan is available (this is not a subscription). • Payment will be charged to your iTunes account at confirmation of purchase. • Subscriptions will automatically renew unless auto-renew is cancelled at least 24 hours before the end of current period. • Your account will be charged according to your plan for renewal within 24 hours prior to the end of the current period. • You can manage or turn off auto-renew in your Apple ID account settings at any time after purchase. • To manage your subscriptions or turn off auto-renewal: - Go to Settings > iTunes & App Store - Tap your Apple ID at the top of the screen - Tap View Apple ID. You might need to sign in or use Touch ID. - Tap Subscriptions. - Tap the subscription you want to manage. - Use the options to manage your subscription. • No cancellation of the current subscription is allowed during the active subscription period. Once purchased, refunds will not be provided for any unused portion of the term. We take the security of our customers very seriously. Read our Terms of Service at https://sunnystudio.wordpress.com/2018/08/03/interval-timer-terms-of-us/ and our Privacy Policy at https://sunnystudio.wordpress.com/2018/07/31/interval-timer-privacy-policy/ Attributions: Lock by Maxim Kulikov from the Noun Project Premium by Gregor Cresnar from the Noun Project

Screenshots

Timer Tabata for Workout, HIIT4 screens
Interval Timer ++4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: Timer Tabata for Workout, HIIT at none against Interval Timer ++'s shown. Interval Timer ++'s advantage is ratings volume (15K vs 523) and iOS requirement (12.0 vs 17.0). On price, rating, review sentiment and update cadence 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. Timer Tabata for Workout, HIIT sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month and Interval Timer ++ sells 8 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per 2 months. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.7 for Timer Tabata for Workout, HIIT against 4.8 for Interval Timer ++. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Interval Timer ++ has 15K ratings behind it against 523, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 81% of Timer Tabata for Workout, HIIT's written reviews are positive against 78% of Interval Timer ++'s.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 3 weeks. Both last shipped on September 24, 2026.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Timer Tabata for Workout, HIIT versus Interval Timer ++: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterTimer Tabata for Workout, HIITInterval Timer ++
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.7 (523 ratings)4.8 (15K ratings) — better
Positive reviews80.7% of reviews — better78.0% of reviews
Number of ratings52315K — better
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeksEvery 3 weeks
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFreemiumFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple WatchiPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch
Requires iOS17.012.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size80 MB87 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperAlexander SeninSunny Studio

Customer experience

Timer Tabata for Workout, HIIT

All ratings523 ratings
Positive92.0%
Neutral1.5%
Negative6.5%
Written reviews944 reviews
Positive80.7%
Neutral2.4%
Negative16.8%

Interval Timer ++

All ratings14,778 ratings
Positive95.9%
Neutral1.7%
Negative2.5%
Written reviews536 reviews
Positive78.0%
Neutral7.5%
Negative14.6%

User reviews

Timer Tabata for Workout, HIIT

From 523 App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Simple and flexible
  • 🚀 Works well in the background
  • 👍 Reliable and convenient
  • 👍 Versatile for different workouts
  • 👍 Great for interval training

Room to improve

  • 💰 Subscription model for full features
  • 💰 Paid app after previously being free
  • 💰 Paid version doesn't restore previous purchases
  • 🔇 Loud beeping sound
  • 🐛 Glitchy on Apple Watch

Interval Timer ++

From 15K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 👍 Simple and intuitive interface
  • 🚀 Straightforward interval timer functionality
  • 💡 Customizable timers and workouts
  • 🔒 No ads or in-app purchases required

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Inconsistent sound and volume issues
  • 🐛 Bugs with timer functionality and data sync
  • 🔋 High battery consumption when running in background
  • 🚫 Limited customization options for timers and workouts

Bugs and requests

Timer Tabata for Workout, HIIT

Reported bugs

2 issues
  • Workout tracking stops working on Apple Watch
  • Timer loses track when screen turns off

Requested features

4 requests
  • Ability to set custom intervals and rest times
  • Option to repeat previous rounds
  • Adjustable volume for alerts
  • Ability to save and load custom workout routines

Interval Timer ++

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Timers not working correctly after app updates
  • Custom timers not saving or syncing across devices
  • Unexpected pausing or stopping of timers during use

Requested features

4 requests
  • Ability to name and save custom workouts
  • Option to adjust rest time for individual exercises
  • Countdown beeps or voice cues during intervals
  • Integration with Apple Watch and other fitness devices

In-app purchases

6 purchases

Timer Tabata for Workout, HIIT

Subscriptions2
  • Best Timer for a Month$2.991 Month
  • Best Timer for a Year$12.991 Year
One-time4
  • Tip developer$0.99
  • Full version$1.99
  • Boost of Energy$1.99
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  • Source of Inspiration$3.99
8 purchases

Interval Timer ++

Subscriptions5
  • Interval Timer Pro7 Days trial$0.992 Months
  • Interval Timer Pro3 Days trial$0.997 Days
  • Interval Timer Pro$1.997 Days
Show 2 more
  • Interval Timer Pro3 Days trial$1.991 Month
  • Interval Timer Pro for a Year7 Days trial$5.991 Year
One-time3
  • Premium Timer for One Week$2.99
  • Premium Timer for One Year$7.99
  • Premium Timer for Entire Life$8.99

Questions

Is Timer Tabata for Workout, HIIT free?
Timer Tabata for Workout, HIIT 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, Timer Tabata for Workout, HIIT or Interval Timer ++?
Interval Timer ++ is rated higher. Timer Tabata for Workout, HIIT averages 4.7 out of 5 from 523 ratings, while Interval Timer ++ averages 4.8 from 15K ratings.
Do Timer Tabata for Workout, HIIT or Interval Timer ++ have ads?
Interval Timer ++ shows ads; Timer Tabata for Workout, HIIT does not.
Which is updated more often, Timer Tabata for Workout, HIIT or Interval Timer ++?
Timer Tabata for Workout, HIIT ships an update every 3 weeks, and Interval Timer ++ every 3 weeks. Most recently, Timer Tabata for Workout, HIIT was updated on September 24, 2026 and Interval Timer ++ on September 24, 2026.

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