Timer Tabata for Workout, HIIT vs SwolTime
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
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.
- Tabata Protocol timer
- Rounds timer
- Stopwatch mode
- Interval timer
- Workout of the day display
- Background operation (premium)
- Round number and duration display
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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!
SwolTime
This app provides a versatile interval timer for various fitness routines like Tabata, HIIT, boxing, and weightlifting. It allows for real-time adjustments, customizable settings, and workout sequencing. Track progress with notes and use it in the background or with Apple Watch integration.
- Dynamic workout timer control
- On-the-fly timer adjustments
- Customizable interval timer settings
- Custom workout sequencing
- Progress notes
- Background operation
- Apple Watch integration
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Time your Tabata, HIIT, boxing, crossfit, running, weightlifting, EMOM, and WOD routines with SwolTime — the workout timer app for precise interval tracking, rest management, and customizable fitness planning. [ DYNAMIC WORKOUT TIMER CONTROL ] • With a simple press, SwolTime adapts in real-time, letting you tweak sets, workout, and rest durations without missing a beat. [ ON-THE-FLY TIMER ADJUSTMENTS ] • Fine-tune your session's intensity by adding or cutting time, and navigate through your workout with skip and rewind options. [ CUSTOMIZE INTERVAL TIMER SETTINGS ] • Personalize your SwolTime experience in the Settings, from timer increments to motivational halfway sounds. [ CUSTOM WORKOUT SEQUENCING ] • SwolTime Playlists combine exercises into cohesive sessions, simplifying routines with smooth transitions and tailored rest periods. [ QUEUE WORKOUT PLAYLISTS ] • Quickly organize and modify exercises in a sequence, enhancing workout focus and efficiency. [ PROGRESS NOTES ] • Document your journey with detailed notes on Playlists and exercises, a simple yet powerful tool for tracking your fitness evolution. [ BACKGROUND BEAST MODE ] • SwolTime's background functionality means your focus stays on your workout, not your screen, even with your phone locked. [ APPLE WATCH INTEGRATION ] • Adjust your workout on-the-fly directly from your Apple Watch. Monitor intervals and manage your workout all from the convenience of your wrist. ▶ ONE TIMER FOR EVERY WORKOUT ◀ [ WORKOUT INTERVAL TIMER ] • Craft the ideal balance between active sessions and rest periods, enhancing both endurance and strength. [ BOXING ROUND TIMER ] • Sharpen your technique and precision with custom "Boxing Training" playlists, integrating exercises and breaks for a seamless session. [ TABATA TIMER ] • Engage in quick, intense bouts of exercise followed by very short breaks, a method proven to increase stamina and strength. [ HIIT TIMER ] • Tailor your sessions for short, intense bursts of activity followed by brief recovery periods, ideal for burning fat and improving cardiovascular health. [ CROSSFIT TIMER ] • Organize your varied, high-intensity workouts with a timer that adapts to the day's challenge, keeping you on track and motivated. [ WOD TIMER ] • Navigate the Workout of the Day with ease, focusing on beating your personal bests in a variety of high-intensity activities. [ EMOM WORKOUT TIMER ] • Boost efficiency with a timer that challenges you to complete a task at the start of every minute, perfect for high-intensity workouts. [ WEIGHTLIFTING REST TIMER ] • Leverage strategic breaks to maximize recovery and performance, making each workout more effective. [ STOPWATCH TIMER ] • Capture every moment of your training with accuracy, ideal for timing sprints, laps, or measuring improvement over time. [ GYM TIMER ] • Organize your gym session effectively, ensuring a comprehensive workout that covers all your fitness goals. [ RUNNING & SPRINT TIMER ] • Enhance your running or sprinting with targeted timing, focusing on improving speed and endurance with every session. ▶ READ WHAT SWOLTIME USERS SAY ◀ • "[...] I looooove this app - it targets all the most annoying aspects of planning your own workout." • "[...] The halfway chime is the only thing that keeps me going during hard sets." • "[...] No more hassle configuring things on the fly. Every other app feels like a toy compared to this." ------------ Download SwolTime to transform your workouts on your smartphone. Need assistance or have suggestions? Reach out for support at support@swoltime.com. Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://swoltime.com/privacy-policy
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Verdict
The clearest difference is rating: SwolTime at 5.0 against Timer Tabata for Workout, HIIT's 4.7. SwolTime also leads on review sentiment (100% vs 81%) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 17.0). Timer Tabata for Workout, HIIT's advantage is ratings volume (523 vs 52). On price, update cadence, 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
Both are free to download. Timer Tabata for Workout, HIIT sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month and SwolTime sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
SwolTime 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 52, 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 SwolTime's.
Timer Tabata for Workout, HIIT ships an update every 3 weeks, SwolTime fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on September 24, 2026 and September 21, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Timer Tabata for Workout, HIIT | SwolTime |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.7 (523 ratings) | 5.0 (52 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 80.7% of reviews | 100.0% of reviews — better |
| Number of ratings | 523 — better | 52 |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | Fortnightly — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Freemium | Free with in-app purchases |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple Watch | iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | 13.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 80 MB | 77 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Alexander Senin | SWOL LLC (USA) |
Customer experience
Timer Tabata for Workout, HIIT
SwolTime
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
SwolTime
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
Timer Tabata for Workout, HIIT
- Best Timer for a Month$2.991 Month
- Best Timer for a Year$12.991 Year
- Tip developer$0.99
- Full version$1.99
- Boost of Energy$1.99
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- Source of Inspiration$3.99
SwolTime
- SwolTime Pro Monthly7 Days trial$1.991 Month
- SwolTime Pro Yearly14 Days trial$12.991 Year
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