Tabata timer
The classic Tabata: 20 seconds work, 10 seconds rest, 8 rounds, four minutes total. Free, with sound, right in your browser.
Work 20s · Rest 10s · 8 rounds
Take it with you in the app
This tool runs in your browser. Want it on your phone, with voice cues, background timing and a real alarm? Open the same tool in NanoTimer.
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How it works
- The timer is already set to 20 seconds work, 10 seconds rest and 8 rounds.
- Tap Start and get to work. Orange is work, teal is rest.
- Each phase counts in the last three seconds with a beep.
- Adjust the times if you want your own variant.
Frequently asked questions
- What exactly is a Tabata?
- A Tabata is a protocol of 20 seconds all-out effort and 10 seconds rest, repeated eight times. Four minutes in total.
- Can I change the times?
- Yes, the fields are freely adjustable. For a longer work-rest ratio there is also a HIIT timer and a free interval timer.
- Does this work with my own music?
- In the browser the timer plays a beep. In the NanoTimer app your music keeps playing and only ducks briefly during a cue.