# Timer Tabata for Workout, HIIT vs upWod Timer

The clearest difference is ratings volume: Timer Tabata for Workout, HIIT at 523 against upWod Timer's 9. Timer Tabata for Workout, HIIT also leads on device support (4 vs 2). upWod Timer's advantage is rating (5.0 vs 4.7). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases 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 upWod Timer sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

upWod Timer 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 9, so its average is the more settled of the two.

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

## The numbers

| Metric | Timer Tabata for Workout, HIIT | upWod Timer |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.7 (523 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/timer-tabata-for-workout-hiit/id756930454/reviews) | **[5.0 (9 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/upwod-timer-workout-timer/id1626084012/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **523** | 9 |
| Positive reviews | 80.7% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | **Fortnightly** |
| Monetization | Freemium | Freemium |
| Size | 80 MB | 6 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | 17.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple Watch** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Alexander Senin](https://appshunter.io/developer/697788524) | [Ivo Maag](https://appshunter.io/developer/1619751397) |

## 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


### upWod Timer

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/upwod-timer-workout-timer/id1626084012)

This app provides a versatile workout timer for various training styles like CrossFit, HIIT, and weightlifting. It offers customizable sound alerts, background notifications, and a clear display, with an optional Pro version for advanced features.

**Highlights:** CrossFit WOD timer, HIIT and Interval Training timer, Weightlifting set timer, AMRAP and EMOM timer, Customizable sound alerts, Background notifications, Dark Mode

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Family Sharing

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| upWod Timer Pro | $1.99 | 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 upWod Timer free?

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

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

upWod Timer is rated higher. Timer Tabata for Workout, HIIT averages 4.7 out of 5 from 523 ratings, while upWod Timer averages 5.0 from 9 ratings.

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

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

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

Timer Tabata for Workout, HIIT ships an update every 3 weeks, and upWod Timer fortnightly. Most recently, Timer Tabata for Workout, HIIT was updated on September 24, 2026 and upWod Timer on September 1, 2026.

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