# Timer Tabata for Workout, HIIT vs Stride

The clearest difference is ratings volume: Timer Tabata for Workout, HIIT at 525 against Stride's 8. Timer Tabata for Workout, HIIT also leads on device support (4 vs 2). Stride's advantage is update cadence (every 4 days vs every 3 weeks) and review sentiment (100% vs 81%). On price, rating, 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 Stride sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.7 for Timer Tabata for Workout, HIIT against 4.8 for Stride. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Timer Tabata for Workout, HIIT has 525 ratings behind it against 8, 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 Stride's.

Timer Tabata for Workout, HIIT ships an update every 3 weeks, Stride every 4 days. The most recent releases landed on September 30, 2026 and June 4, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Timer Tabata for Workout, HIIT | Stride |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.7 (525 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/timer-tabata-for-workout-hiit/id756930454/reviews) | **[4.8 (8 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/stride-tabata-and-emom-timer/id6504633121/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **525** | 8 |
| Positive reviews | 80.7% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | **Every 4 days** |
| Monetization | Freemium | Freemium |
| Size | 80 MB | 5 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | **16.4** |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple Watch** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Alexander Senin](https://appshunter.io/developer/697788524) | [Przemyslaw Skowronek](https://appshunter.io/developer/1106865975) |

## 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


### Stride

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/stride-tabata-and-emom-timer/id6504633121)

This app provides versatile interval timers for various training routines like HIIT, Tabata, and EMOM. It offers customizable settings, music integration, and voice cues to enhance your fitness sessions. Upgrade for advanced features like background functionality and unlimited preset saving.

**Highlights:** HIIT, Tabata, EMOM timer modes, Customizable interval settings, Music integration, Voice and sound countdowns, Save custom workout presets, Background functionality (Pro), User-friendly interface

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Pro - 1 Week | $0.99 | per 7 days |
| Pro - 1 Month | $2.99 | per month |
| Pro - 1 Year | $7.99 | per year |
| Pro - Lifetime | $17.99 | 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 Stride free?

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

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

Stride is rated higher. Timer Tabata for Workout, HIIT averages 4.7 out of 5 from 525 ratings, while Stride averages 4.8 from 8 ratings.

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

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

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

Timer Tabata for Workout, HIIT ships an update every 3 weeks, and Stride every 4 days. Most recently, Timer Tabata for Workout, HIIT was updated on September 30, 2026 and Stride on June 4, 2026.

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