Comparison

iCountTimer Pro vs Tabata Timer

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

iCountTimer Pro

This app combines a timer and counter for various fitness activities, from interval training to strength sessions. It offers a clear display, audio cues, and smart lock functionality to help users focus on their workouts. The Pro version includes Apple Watch support, no ads, and advanced customization options.

Highlights
  • Timer and counter combined
  • Save presets by activity
  • Large clear display with progress bar
  • Audio cues
  • Smart lock
  • Apple Watch app
  • Health app integration
Features
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Workout timer & counter which is simple, practical and classy. Whether it's interval training, yoga, home workouts, sports, strength training, HIIT or other fitness requirements, this app can easily fit in and accelerate your progress. Time your repetitions, forget the count and focus on your moves. A must-have app for exercise enthusiasts, athletes, trainers, coaches and all the fitness freaks who are passionate about exercising. Features: • Timer + Counter combined together • Save timers/counters as presets organised by activities • Large clear display with progress bar • Audio cues • Smart lock to lock timer screen Pro version features: • Apple Watch app + Simple Counter and Timer for quick access + Presets from the iPhone app are available in Apple Watch app organised by activities • No Ads • Extended slider limits, • Input custom values • Save upto 40 presets • 5 different themes • Various choices for alert sounds • Different counter modes • Custom start delay • Calories estimation** • Health app integration • Today widget in Notification Center Note: * Health app is not available on iPad ** The estimated calories are approximate Calories burned for any selected activity based on the MET (Metabolic Equivalent) values for the activity and personal details of individual. Actual energy expenditure may vary.

About

Tabata Timer

This app provides a versatile interval timer for high-intensity workouts like HIIT and Tabata. Users can create custom routines with adjustable work/rest times, sets, and cycles, and receive voice cues. It functions as a background companion to keep you focused during training.

Highlights
  • Customizable interval timers
  • HIIT and Tabata training support
  • Adjustable work and rest times
  • Set and cycle configuration
  • Interval naming
  • Background operation
  • Voice cues
Features
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Become better, faster, and stronger — together with Tabata Timer for Workouts! A simple yet powerful HIIT and Tabata timer for cardio, CrossFit, and any high-intensity training. Beginners can start with one tap, while advanced users get full control over every interval. Create custom workouts: adjust work and rest times, sets, and cycles; add interval names, background music, and voice cues. The app runs smoothly in the background, supports vibration, music ducking, and much more. More than just a stopwatch — your personal workout partner that keeps you focused, motivated, and on track anywhere — at home, in the gym, or outdoors. https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

iCountTimer Pro4 screens
Tabata Timer4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: Tabata Timer at Free against iCountTimer Pro's $19.99. Tabata Timer also leads on rating (4.9 vs 4.1) and update cadence (every 10 days vs every 2 months). iCountTimer Pro's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 5) and ads (none vs shown). On device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Tabata Timer is free to download; iCountTimer Pro costs $19.99 up front. Tabata Timer sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $1.49 per month. iCountTimer Pro asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Tabata Timer holds the better App Store score, 4.9 against 4.1. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Tabata Timer has 9.2K ratings behind it against 14, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 83% of iCountTimer Pro's written reviews are positive against 98% of Tabata Timer's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

iCountTimer Pro ships an update every 2 months, Tabata Timer every 10 days. The most recent releases landed on September 27, 2026 and September 28, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard8 real differences · 2 level
iCountTimer Pro versus Tabata Timer: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameteriCountTimer ProTabata Timer
Price$19.99Free — better
Rating4.1 (14 ratings)4.9 (9.2K ratings) — better
Positive reviews83.1% of reviews98.3% of reviews — better
Number of ratings149.2K — better
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsEvery 10 days — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationPaidFree with in-app purchases — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple WatchiPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch
Requires iOS15.0 — better15.6
Further details — not scored
Size22 MB40 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperRhythmicWorksOleksandr Serhiienko

Customer experience

iCountTimer Pro

All ratings14 ratings
Positive78.6%
Neutral7.1%
Negative14.3%
Written reviews59 reviews
Positive83.1%
Neutral6.8%
Negative10.2%

Tabata Timer

All ratings9,173 ratings
Positive99.0%
Neutral0.7%
Negative0.4%
Written reviews2,706 reviews
Positive98.3%
Neutral0.8%
Negative0.8%

Bugs and requests

iCountTimer Pro

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

Tabata Timer

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Workouts not saving properly
  • Sync issues between app and Apple Watch
  • Occasional freezing or restarting of device

Requested features

5 requests
  • Ability to name and save more workouts in free version
  • Option to add exercise images or videos
  • Sync workouts across devices
  • Customizable sounds and alerts
  • Workout history and progress tracking

In-app purchases

None

iCountTimer Pro

No in-app purchases

5 purchases

Tabata Timer

Subscriptions4
  • Premium$1.491 Month
  • Premium$2.993 Months
  • Premium$4.496 Months
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  • Premium$7.491 Year
One-time1
  • Premium$9.99

Questions

Is iCountTimer Pro free?
iCountTimer Pro costs $19.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is Tabata Timer free?
Tabata Timer is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, iCountTimer Pro or Tabata Timer?
Tabata Timer is rated higher. iCountTimer Pro averages 4.1 out of 5 from 14 ratings, while Tabata Timer averages 4.9 from 9.2K ratings.
Do iCountTimer Pro or Tabata Timer have ads?
Tabata Timer shows ads; iCountTimer Pro does not.
Which is updated more often, iCountTimer Pro or Tabata Timer?
iCountTimer Pro ships an update every 2 months, and Tabata Timer every 10 days. Most recently, iCountTimer Pro was updated on September 27, 2026 and Tabata Timer on September 28, 2026.

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