# Tabata Timer

> A Tabata Timer help you to do Tabata Training.

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.simplevision.workout.tabataadfree](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.simplevision.workout.tabataadfree)

## Overview

- **ID:** `com.simplevision.workout.tabataadfree`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Removed
- **Publisher:** Simple Vision
- **Category:** HEALTH\_AND\_FITNESS
- **Downloads:** 19,822
- **Rating:** 4.59 / 5 (1,485 ratings)
- **Version:** 31.0.20000
- **Last updated:** 2023-11-12
- **First published:** 2014-12-30
- **Size:** 13 MB
- **Data as of:** 2025-05-26
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.simplevision.workout.tabataadfree)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://sites.google.com/view/simple-vision-apps/home/tabata-timer-ad-free-privacy-policy](https://sites.google.com/view/simple-vision-apps/home/tabata-timer-ad-free-privacy-policy)

## Description

The **Tabata Timer** Chrome extension is your perfect companion for high intensity interval training (HIIT) and specifically Tabata workouts. Designed to be simple yet highly configurable, it offers customizable preparation, workout, and rest durations, allowing you to tailor your exercise routine precisely.

Key features include setting the number of cycles and Tabata sets, choosing from multiple display colors for easy visibility, and playing customizable background music to keep you motivated. Additionally, the app helps you keep track of your progress by recording daily workout history, logging your weight, and adding notes for your next session. Whether you're a beginner or advanced trainee, Tabata Timer streamlines your training to maximize performance and results.

## Permissions and access

### Permissions

- `android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE`
- `android.permission.INTERNET`
- `android.permission.READ_EXTERNAL_STORAGE`
- `android.permission.WAKE_LOCK`
- `android.permission.WRITE_EXTERNAL_STORAGE`

## Review summary

Users praise Tabata Timer for its simplicity, customization, and reliable ad-free performance, making it suitable for various workouts. The app supports background use and has responsive support. However, users report crashes following recent updates, issues with importing workouts between devices, lack of screen rotation and split-screen support, and timer problems when the screen is off. Missing features like heart rate monitor integration and Chromecast support are also noted. Overall, many consider it the best Tabata app despite some usability and update-related concerns.

### Pros

- Highly customizable workout and rest intervals allowing custom exercises and linked workouts.
- Ad-free experience in the paid version is appreciated by many users.
- Simple, easy to use, and reliable for various fitness activities including boxing, kickboxing, running, and climbing.
- Background mode and ability to run alongside music or other apps are useful features.
- Good customer support with responsive developer feedback on issues.

### Cons

- App crashes or phone hangs reported after latest updates, especially concerning ads in paid versions.
- Lack of workout import/export flexibility; transferred workouts lost or cannot be imported between versions or devices.
- No support for screen rotation and issues with split screen mode crashing the app.
- Timer delays or failures when screen is off during long workouts, causing interruptions.
- Limited integration with devices like BLE heart rate monitors and features like Chromecast support missing.

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Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.simplevision.workout.tabataadfree)