# Timer Tabata for Workout, HIIT vs HIIT Timer Pro

The clearest difference is ratings volume: Timer Tabata for Workout, HIIT at 523 against HIIT Timer Pro's 1. Timer Tabata for Workout, HIIT also leads on device support (4 vs 1). HIIT Timer Pro's advantage is rating (5.0 vs 4.7) and update cadence (every 9 days vs every 3 weeks). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model 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 HIIT Timer Pro sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

HIIT Timer Pro 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.

Timer Tabata for Workout, HIIT ships an update every 3 weeks, HIIT Timer Pro every 9 days. The most recent releases landed on September 24, 2026 and September 26, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Timer Tabata for Workout, HIIT | HIIT Timer Pro |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 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/hiit-timer-pro-intervals/id6747914671/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **523** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | 80.7% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | **Every 9 days** |
| Monetization | Freemium | Freemium |
| Size | 80 MB | 20 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | 17.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple Watch** | iPhone |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Alexander Senin](https://appshunter.io/developer/697788524) | [Develak](https://appshunter.io/developer/1803580275) |

## 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


### HIIT Timer Pro

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hiit-timer-pro-intervals/id6747914671)

This app provides a precision timer for high-intensity interval training, offering customizable workout parameters and clear visual cues. It supports background playback, haptic feedback, and auto-saves workout history with detailed statistics.

**Highlights:** Customizable work, rest, and round intervals, Giant countdown screen and progress ring, Studio-grade sound packs with adjustable volume, Background playback and optional haptic feedback, One-tap controls for pause, skip, stop, and mute, Auto-save workout history and performance stats, Offline-first design for training anywhere

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| SimplyTask Pro - Monthly | $2.99 | per month |
| Hiit Timer Pro - Yearly | $19.99 | per year |


## 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 HIIT Timer Pro free?

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

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

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

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

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

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

Timer Tabata for Workout, HIIT ships an update every 3 weeks, and HIIT Timer Pro every 9 days. Most recently, Timer Tabata for Workout, HIIT was updated on September 24, 2026 and HIIT Timer Pro on September 26, 2026.

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