Comparison

Timer Tabata for Workout, HIIT vs Better Workout

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

Better Workout

This app helps you achieve fitness goals with customizable interval timers for Tabata, HIIT, and circuit training. It offers guided programs, progress tracking for weight and calories, and rewards for consistency. Designed for simplicity and ease of use during workouts.

Highlights
  • Customizable interval timers
  • Tabata, HIIT, and Circuit training programs
  • Guided exercise sets with sound indicators
  • Create custom time or rep-based workouts
  • Track progress (weight, calories, workout frequency)
  • Achievement system for hitting goals
Features
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Achieve your fitness goals with the best interval timer app! Be it Tabata, HIIT or Circuit training. Get in the best shape of your life! Better Workout was planned and designed to be as simple as possible and easy to use. Focusing specifically on the workout experience so you have confidence during your workouts. We are excited to continue improving and evolving the app with our Better Workout community in the process. FEATURES Programs Better Workout includes 4 different programs to choose from based on your personal goals. When you choose a program you are guided through a full set of exercises with a big timer, name of the exercise and sound indicator. This takes any guesswork out and keeps you focused on your exercise. Custom Workouts Better Workout allows you to create your own workouts wether time or repetition (reps) based. Create your HiiT workout or your weight lifting session. It's up to you what type of workout you want to do! Progress The path to a fit, healthy life is easier when you can track your progress. Keep track of your progress by weight, calories burned, how many times this week you've worked out. Consistency is key so as you continually hit your goals the app will reward you with achievements along the way! Privacy Policy & Terms of Use: https://www.martinlasek.com/terms-of-use-privacy-policy

Screenshots

Timer Tabata for Workout, HIIT4 screens
Better Workout4 screens

Verdict

The call

Timer Tabata for Workout, HIIT and Better Workout both sit at 4.7 stars, but that hides the real split: 100% of Better Workout's written reviews are positive against 81% of Timer Tabata for Workout, HIIT's. Better Workout also leads on update cadence (every 6 days vs every 3 weeks). Timer Tabata for Workout, HIIT's advantage is ratings volume (523 vs 25) and device support (4 vs 2). On price, rating, ads and in-app purchases 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 Better Workout sells 8 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. 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 4.7 for Better Workout. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Timer Tabata for Workout, HIIT has 523 ratings behind it against 25, 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 100% of Better Workout's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Timer Tabata for Workout, HIIT ships an update every 3 weeks, Better Workout every 6 days. The most recent releases landed on September 24, 2026 and June 10, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
Timer Tabata for Workout, HIIT versus Better Workout: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterTimer Tabata for Workout, HIITBetter Workout
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.7 (523 ratings)4.7 (25 ratings) — better
Positive reviews80.7% of reviews100.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings523 — better25
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeksEvery 6 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFreemiumFreemium
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple Watch — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS17.016.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size80 MB10 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperAlexander SeninMartin Lasek

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%

Better Workout

All ratings25 ratings
Positive96.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative4.0%
Written reviews5 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

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

Better Workout

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

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

Better Workout

Subscriptions6
  • Better Workout Pro (1 Month)$1.991 Month
  • Better Workout Pro (1 Month)7 Days trial$2.991 Month
  • Better Workout Pro (1 Month)$2.991 Month
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  • Better Workout Pro (1 Month)7 Days trial$5.991 Month
  • Better Workout Pro (1 Year)$11.991 Year
  • Better Workout Pro (Yearly)$24.991 Year
One-time2
  • Better Workout Pro (Lifetime)$19.99
  • Better Workout Pro - Lifetime$49.99

Questions

Is Timer Tabata for Workout, HIIT free?
Timer Tabata for Workout, HIIT is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Better Workout free?
Better Workout is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Timer Tabata for Workout, HIIT or Better Workout?
Better Workout is rated higher. Timer Tabata for Workout, HIIT averages 4.7 out of 5 from 523 ratings, while Better Workout averages 4.7 from 25 ratings.
Do Timer Tabata for Workout, HIIT or Better Workout have ads?
Neither Timer Tabata for Workout, HIIT nor Better Workout shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Timer Tabata for Workout, HIIT or Better Workout?
Timer Tabata for Workout, HIIT ships an update every 3 weeks, and Better Workout every 6 days. Most recently, Timer Tabata for Workout, HIIT was updated on September 24, 2026 and Better Workout on June 10, 2026.

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