# Timer Tabata for Workout, HIIT vs Warudo

The clearest difference is ratings volume: Timer Tabata for Workout, HIIT at 523 against Warudo's 5. Warudo's advantage is rating (5.0 vs 4.7) and review sentiment (100% vs 81%). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Timer Tabata for Workout, HIIT sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month and Warudo sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Warudo holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Timer Tabata for Workout, HIIT has 523 ratings behind it against 5, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 81% of Timer Tabata for Workout, HIIT's written reviews are positive against 100% of Warudo's.

Timer Tabata for Workout, HIIT ships an update every 3 weeks, Warudo every 5 days. The most recent releases landed on September 24, 2026 and June 1, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Timer Tabata for Workout, HIIT | Warudo |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.7 (523 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/timer-tabata-for-workout-hiit/id756930454/reviews) | **[5.0 (5 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/warudo-interval-workout-timer/id1471710149/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **523** | 5 |
| Positive reviews | 80.7% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | **Every 5 days** |
| Monetization | Freemium | Freemium |
| Size | 80 MB | 24 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | **11.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple Watch | iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Alexander Senin](https://appshunter.io/developer/697788524) | [Firat Ozsarikamis](https://appshunter.io/developer/1464565585) |

## What reviewers say

### Timer Tabata for Workout, HIIT

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/timer-tabata-for-workout-hiit/id756930454)

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:** Apple Watch app, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (6)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Best Timer for a Month | $2.99 | per month |
| Best Timer for a Year | $12.99 | per year |
| Tip developer | $0.99 | one-time |
| Full version | $1.99 | one-time |
| Boost of Energy | $1.99 | one-time |
| Source of Inspiration | $3.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

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

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 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

**Reported bugs**

- Workout tracking stops working on Apple Watch
- Timer loses track when screen turns off

**Requested features**

- 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


### Warudo

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/warudo-interval-workout-timer/id1471710149)

Create custom interval timers for various workouts like HIIT and Tabata. Automatically change music based on exercise intensity and sync workout data with Apple Health. Share routines with others.

**Highlights:** Customizable interval timers, Music integration with Apple Music, Sync with Apple Health, Shareable workout routines, Exercise-specific music changes, Background operation

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Warudo Pro | $4.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Timer Tabata for Workout, HIIT free?

Timer Tabata for Workout, HIIT is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Warudo free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Timer Tabata for Workout, HIIT or Warudo?

Warudo is rated higher. Timer Tabata for Workout, HIIT averages 4.7 out of 5 from 523 ratings, while Warudo averages 5.0 from 5 ratings.

### Do Timer Tabata for Workout, HIIT or Warudo have ads?

Neither Timer Tabata for Workout, HIIT nor Warudo shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Timer Tabata for Workout, HIIT or Warudo?

Timer Tabata for Workout, HIIT ships an update every 3 weeks, and Warudo every 5 days. Most recently, Timer Tabata for Workout, HIIT was updated on September 24, 2026 and Warudo on June 1, 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.*