# Timer Tabata for Workout, HIIT vs Hi Timer

The clearest difference is ratings volume: Timer Tabata for Workout, HIIT at 523 against Hi Timer's 1. Hi Timer's advantage is rating (5.0 vs 4.7) and review sentiment (100% vs 81%). 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 Hi Timer sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Hi 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 1, 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 Hi Timer's.

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 24, 2026 and September 15, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Timer Tabata for Workout, HIIT | Hi Timer |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.7 (523 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/timer-tabata-for-workout-hiit/id756930454/reviews) | **[5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hi-timer-interval-timer-hiit/id1642170838/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **523** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | 80.7% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | Every 3 weeks |
| Monetization | Freemium | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 80 MB | 17 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | **15.0** |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple Watch** | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [Alexander Senin](https://appshunter.io/developer/697788524) | [Sophie Payne](https://appshunter.io/developer/1642170840) |

## 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


### Hi Timer

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hi-timer-interval-timer-hiit/id1642170838)

Create and customize your own interval workouts with this intuitive timer app. Features include quick start templates, advanced customization, voice cues, and background operation. Seamlessly integrate with your music and save workouts to Apple Health.

**Highlights:** Customizable interval workouts, Quick start templates (Tabata), Drag & drop interface, Voice and sound cues, Background operation, Music integration, HealthKit integration

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Family Sharing

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Hi Timer Premium Monthly | $0.99 | per month |
| Hi Timer Premium Yearly | $3.99 | per year |
| HiTimer Forever | $6.99 | 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 Hi Timer free?

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

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

Hi Timer is rated higher. Timer Tabata for Workout, HIIT averages 4.7 out of 5 from 523 ratings, while Hi Timer averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.

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

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

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

Timer Tabata for Workout, HIIT ships an update every 3 weeks, and Hi Timer every 3 weeks. Most recently, Timer Tabata for Workout, HIIT was updated on September 24, 2026 and Hi Timer on September 15, 2026.

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