# Timer Tabata for Workout, HIIT vs TABATA Timer / Interval Timer

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: TABATA Timer / Interval Timer at none against Timer Tabata for Workout, HIIT's 6. TABATA Timer / Interval Timer also leads on review sentiment (100% vs 81%). Timer Tabata for Workout, HIIT's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and ratings volume (525 vs 20). On price and rating 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. TABATA Timer / Interval Timer asks for nothing beyond the download.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.7 for Timer Tabata for Workout, HIIT against 4.8 for TABATA Timer / Interval Timer. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Timer Tabata for Workout, HIIT has 525 ratings behind it against 20, 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 TABATA Timer / Interval Timer's.

Timer Tabata for Workout, HIIT ships an update every 3 weeks, TABATA Timer / Interval Timer every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on September 30, 2026 and September 17, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Timer Tabata for Workout, HIIT | TABATA Timer / Interval Timer |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.7 (525 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/timer-tabata-for-workout-hiit/id756930454/reviews) | **[4.8 (20 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tabata-timer-interval-timer/id1607057065/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **525** | 20 |
| Positive reviews | 80.7% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Every 3 weeks** | Every 2 months |
| Monetization | Freemium | **Ad-supported** |
| Size | 80 MB | 12 MB |
| Requires iOS | **17.0** | 26.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple Watch** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Alexander Senin](https://appshunter.io/developer/697788524) | [FugaPiyo Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1497887610) |

## 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


### TABATA Timer / Interval Timer

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tabata-timer-interval-timer/id1607057065)

This app provides a customizable interval timer for high-intensity workouts like Tabata. Easily set up custom workout routines with adjustable intervals, rest periods, and set counts. Personalize the timer with custom colors, sounds, and notifications for a tailored training experience.

**Highlights:** Unlimited timer creation, Customizable intervals (warm-up, workout, rest, cool-down), Adjustable set counts, Color and text customization, Background notifications, Dark mode support

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none


## 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 TABATA Timer / Interval Timer free?

TABATA Timer / Interval Timer is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Timer Tabata for Workout, HIIT or TABATA Timer / Interval Timer?

TABATA Timer / Interval Timer is rated higher. Timer Tabata for Workout, HIIT averages 4.7 out of 5 from 525 ratings, while TABATA Timer / Interval Timer averages 4.8 from 20 ratings.

### Do Timer Tabata for Workout, HIIT or TABATA Timer / Interval Timer have ads?

TABATA Timer / Interval Timer shows ads; Timer Tabata for Workout, HIIT does not.

### Which is updated more often, Timer Tabata for Workout, HIIT or TABATA Timer / Interval Timer?

Timer Tabata for Workout, HIIT ships an update every 3 weeks, and TABATA Timer / Interval Timer every 2 months. Most recently, Timer Tabata for Workout, HIIT was updated on September 30, 2026 and TABATA Timer / Interval Timer on September 17, 2026.

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