# Boxing Timer

> Configurable round timer for boxing, martial arts, and other timed sports training. (iPhone/iPad app by Effortless Code Limited.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/boxing-timer/id302923928 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Effortless Code Limited](https://appshunter.io/developer/747180892)
- Category: Health & Fitness, Sports
- Price: $1.99
- Rating: 4.30/5 from 8 App Store ratings · 89 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 9.0 · 19 MB
- Languages: American English, French (France)
- Released: 2009-01-23
- Data updated: 2026-09-11
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/boxing-timer/id302923928/reviews.md

## What is Boxing Timer?

Boxing Timer is an application designed for your boxing training, sparring and workouts. Boxing Timer gives you a fully configurable round timer on your iPhone™ and iPod® touch.

The application can also be used for other sports and training, such as Mixed Martial Arts, Grappling, Martial Arts, Muay Thai, Wrestling and any other sports requiring timed rounds.

The application counts each round for you and uses a classic digital display for time. Boxing Timer is designed to alert you of the current period at all times. Your iPhone or iPod touch can be rotated to provide an extra large time display. Bells signal the start and end of each round and also a warning period.

Boxing Timer has the following features:

• Configurable time periods for the preparation, round, warning period, and rest period
• Coloured backgrounds signifying the particular stage of the round
• Round counter
• Bell sounds are configurable to indicate the start and end of rounds and the warning period
• Vibration (iPhone only) to indicate the start and end of rounds and the warning period
• Sounds effects and/or vibration (iPhone only) may be turned off
• Extra large landscape display
• Classic digital time display
• Auto-lock can be disabled to prevent screen locking during rounds
• Tap anywhere on the screen to start/pause
• Timer position can be saved when application is exited
• Runs in the background on devices that support multitasking 


Note: If your rounds are being interrupted by your device's Auto-Lock feature, then please switch "Auto-Lock" to off in your Boxing Timer's Options screen.

## Key features

- Configurable time periods (prep, round, warning, rest)
- Colored backgrounds for stage indication
- Round counter
- Configurable bell sounds
- Vibration alerts (iPhone only)
- Extra large landscape display
- Disable auto-lock

## What do users think of Boxing Timer?

Overall sentiment: positive

**Pros**

- 👍 Simple and easy to use
- 💡 Highly customizable
- 💪 Reliable and functional
- 📱 Large, visible display
- 🎧 Background music playback
- 💰 Great value for money
- ⏱️ Customizable timers
- 🥊 Perfect for boxing and martial arts training
- ✨ Dark mode option

**Cons**

- 🐛 Timer arbitrarily turning off
- 🔊 Volume can be quiet with music
- 🔄 Custom timers duplicating
- 🎛️ Switching between custom workouts cumbersome
- 🔔 Limited sound options
- 🗣️ Lack of voice-over for rounds

**Commonly reported bugs**

- App arbitrarily turning off during workouts, specifically around 57 seconds
- Custom timers duplicating every time they are used
- Non-compatibility issues with older iPod Touch devices

**Most requested features**

- Add 'sticks' as a sound for boxing timer
- Voice over at the start of the round
- Add a round limit feature
- Integrate iPod playlists directly
- More sound choices or ability to upload own sounds
- Add a secondary background timer for breaks
- Add a progress timer through the round (e.g., beep every minute)
- Label at the top of the screen to indicate current timer
- Volume control feature
- Ability to set preparation time more than 10 minutes

## Recent user reviews (10 of 89)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/boxing-timer/id302923928/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Great app

*2025-03-04, version 2.6.0*

One of the best I’ve used. Fantastic if you are running a class and want to set a schedule for sparring etc.

### 5/5 — Simple and the best.

*2022-02-23, version 2.6.0*

For me it’s the best easiest format and very visible. Use it everyday for BJJ class.

### 5/5 — Thank you developer

*2019-09-29, version 2.6.0*

When you get an app, you never know how long the developer will stick around to support it. I’ve  had this app for years. It’s a simple app, but sometimes that’s all you need. To the developer, thank you for your continued presence. The dark mode looks great!

### 3/5 — Need To Add Sticks

*2018-09-21, version 2.5.0*

They need to add sticks as a sound for true boxing timer.

### 4/5 — Battle proven

*2018-08-11, version 2.5.0*

I’ve been using this for years now for kickboxing, boxing, circuit, and interval training. It works well for me (and my Sparring partners). Just make sure you have you phone and this app updated.

### 2/5 — Started ok, but useless now

*2017-02-15, version 2.4.0*

I've owned this for a while and have had some success with it. It gets 2 stars because I like that it is very customizable. I have been using it to run intervals recently and it has been arbitrarily turning off as I have paused it in the middle of a round.  Sometimes during the first round. Sometime during any other one. I know it's not me because it always stops when there is some version of 57 seconds (1:57, 3:57, etc). It happens during the round or rest. When I'm running and can't watch the timer, this wrecks the workout. I just deleted it. I reached out to the developer through the app and received no response. Time to find a new one.

### 4/5 — Almost Perfect ........

*2014-12-31, version 2.4.0*

Love the app, use it for boxing most days of the week ....... One improvement needed, I box with headphones and Iphone in my pocket, could u give it a voice over at the start of the round please? Too often I'll be at round 7 or 8 of 15 and I'll have to pull my phone out to check how I'm travelling ....... Very annoying ...... Something along the lines of a Street Fighter voice over would be good :) other than that, it's a perfect app, well done .......

### 5/5 — Great app - large display and simple to use

*2014-11-22, version 2.4.0*

After downloading a few different apps, I decided to fork out for this one as it had a nice big display that is simple to read and use. I especially like the fact that you just touch anywhere on the screen to start and stop- very useful when you have big gloves on! Also downloaded the Boxing Timer Pro which has more options to customise but like many others, smaller and more fiddly options and buttons to contend with

### 5/5 — Great Customizable App!!

*2014-02-13, version 2.3.3*

I can't believe there are no reviews for this app.  I've been using it going on almost 4 years now I believe.  I use it of course for boxing, but also Tabata workouts and every other workout that involves intervals.  I have not had one single issue with this app and I refuse to look at any others.  This is the ONLY one you need!

### 4/5 — Almost perfect but for glitch and minor issue

*2013-04-21, version 2.3.2*

Been using this timer for about a year and it's almost perfect. I box three times a week and programmed shadowboxing, bag work, & cooldown timer routines and love that you can easily switch to whatever you need. Visual of countdown couldn't be bigger or brighter, bells are loud and clear. 

Two complaints, 1) the update says it fixes this glitch but it doesn't; every time you use a custom timer it duplicates that timer so you always have to scroll through and periodically delete all the dupes; and 2) switching between custom workouts involves jumping 2 screens, and you can't tell what timer you're on by looking at time clock. 

But these issues are manageable and otherwise a great app.

## Frequently asked questions about Boxing Timer

### What does the Boxing Timer app do?

The Boxing Timer app provides a fully configurable round timer for boxing training, sparring, and workouts. It's also suitable for other sports like MMA, Muay Thai, and wrestling that require timed rounds. The app alerts you to the start and end of each period with customizable sounds and optional vibration.

### What are the key features of Boxing Timer?

Key features include configurable time periods for preparation, rounds, warning, and rest. It offers colored backgrounds to signify the current stage, a round counter, and customizable bell sounds. The app also provides vibration alerts (iPhone only), an extra-large landscape display, and the option to disable auto-lock.

### Is Boxing Timer free to use?

Yes, the Boxing Timer app is free to use. It does not have in-app purchases or advertisements, meaning you can access all its features without any cost.

### What devices is Boxing Timer compatible with?

The app is designed for iPhone™ and iPod® touch devices. Some features, like vibration alerts and sound effects/vibration disabling, are specific to the iPhone due to hardware capabilities.

### How can I use Boxing Timer for my training?

You can use Boxing Timer to set up custom intervals for your boxing sessions, MMA drills, or any workout requiring timed rounds. Simply configure the preparation, round, warning, and rest periods to match your training regimen. The large display and audible alerts help you stay focused and on track.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 2.6.0 — 2019-09-27

Added support for Dark Mode.

### 2.5.1 — 2018-11-22

Update for latest iPad devices.

### 2.5.0 — 2018-03-06

Updated for iPhone X.

### 2.4.0 — 2014-10-19

Support for iPhone 6 and iPhone 6 Plus.

### 2.3.3 — 2013-06-18

Bugfixes

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