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HIIT Hero vs its rivals

Side-by-side comparison against HIIT Hero's closest competitors — identity, store metrics, ratings & sentiment, and strategic intel.

HIIT Hero
This App
GymNext Flex Timer
Nemesis
HIIT & Tabata: Interval Timer
Contender
Tabata Timer - HIIT
Contender
FitBat - Fitness Workout Timer
Contender
Fitness Workout Plan Timer
Contender
SportyApp 2.0
Peer
FitTrack Pro
Peer
AlphaMale Pushup Trainer
Peer
Womens Health Movement
Peer
Core Identity
DeveloperB D SquaredHomick EnterprisesDOSA AppsMain Street Code LLCMichael KnochenMichael KnochenBoxminAleksandr Verezhnikovyonas tenaWomens Health Movement
CategoryHealth & FitnessHealth & FitnessHealth & FitnessHealth & FitnessHealth & FitnessHealth & FitnessSportsSportsHealth & FitnessHealth & Fitness
PlatformiOS, AndroidiOS, AndroidAndroid, iOSiOSiOSiOSAndroidiOS, AndroidiOSAndroid, iOS
Store Metrics
Rating0.0 / 54.9 / 54.9 / 55.0 / 50.0 / 50.0 / 53.2 / 55.0 / 55.0 / 54.7 / 5
Ratings Count01,9967460051126
PriceUSD1.99FreeFreeFree$0.99$3.99FreeFreeFreeFree
Release DateApr 4, 2025Aug 19, 2015Sep 11, 2015May 21, 2014Feb 17, 2021Feb 18, 2021Mar 8, 2023Jul 30, 2025Jun 9, 2023Feb 21, 2023
Last UpdatedApr 4, 2025May 5, 2026Dec 11, 2025Mar 31, 2019Aug 13, 2024Jun 28, 2021May 6, 2026Oct 14, 2025Jun 9, 2023Mar 31, 2025
Sentiment & Reviews
Sentiment-negative--------
Score-35/100--------
Praises-
  • Highly customizable interval timer settings support diverse training needs for fitness professionals and home gym users
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Complaints-
  • Overly complex user interface changes post-update hinder quick access to essential timer functions for professional trainers
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Requests-
  • Option to revert to the previous simple interface design for faster navigation during high-intensity training sessions
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Strategic Intel
Strengths
  • One-time purchase model removes recurring subscription friction
  • Background audio integration enables concurrent use with external media apps
  • Offline-first architecture ensures reliability during gym sessions
  • Proprietary Bluetooth-to-LED hardware protocol creates high switching costs
  • B2B distribution via gym partnerships
  • Cross-device library synchronization
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  • Manual logging provides granular control for power users
  • CSV data export ensures user-side data ownership
  • Proximity-sensor tracking provides a hands-free utility that reduces friction during high-rep sets.
  • 190-level progression path offers a clear, gamified roadmap for beginners.
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Weaknesses
  • Zero rating count limits social proof
  • Lack of native health platform integration reduces utility
  • No long-term workout history tracking
  • 0.48★ rating gap between iOS and Android
  • Intrusive launch-video bloat
  • Complex navigation post-update
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  • Zero rating count on Android platform
  • Lack of native HealthKit integration
  • No automated sensor support
  • No wearable integration limits data-syncing potential.
  • Zero monetization model prevents sustainable reinvestment.
  • No cloud-save functionality risks user data loss.
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Pricingpaidfreemiumfreemiumfreepaidpaidfreefreemiumfreefree
MomentumZombieMaintenanceSteady-ZombieZombie-Maintenance-Zombie
Update Cadence2 versions, ~0d avg2 versions, 1 majors/6mo, ~447d avg5 versions-5 versions5 versions-2 versions, ~211d avg-5 versions

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