Comparison

RXTimer vs Downwind Crew

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

Head to head
About

RXTimer

This app provides a versatile timer for various workout styles, including AMRAP, EMOM, Tabata, and custom intervals. It mimics the functionality of a gym timer to help users maximize their training sessions.

Highlights
  • For Time countdown
  • AMRAP (As Many Reps As Possible) timer
  • EMOM (Every Minute On the Minute) timer
  • Tabata interval timer
  • Customizable work/rest intervals
  • Gym timer simulation
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Need a timer for you WOD, look no further, you have just found the app that looks just like your gym timer and that has all the functionalities that you need. Take your WOD to the next level and get the most out of your training with RX Timer. Functionalities: • For Time: This option counts up and gives you the possibility to do workouts for time anywhere. • AMRAP: You want to do an AMRAP workout and do as many rep as possible, this countdown option allows you to do this even when you don't have access to your box or gym timer. • EMOM: Every minutes on the minute workout.. The app beeps 3 seconds before every minute to let you know when you have to get ready to go again. • Tabata: 20 seconds work, 10 seconds rest for 8 rounds. This is tabatha and the timer will let you know when to work and when to rest. • Custom: If all the options above are not enough for your needs, then you have the custom workout section. Here you can create you own work/rest intervals. CrossFit is a registered trademark owned by CrossFit, Inc. RX Timer is not affiliated with or endorsed by CrossFit, Inc. or CrossFit HQ.

About

Downwind Crew

This app connects paddlers for organized downwind runs. It simplifies shuttle logistics, allowing users to find fellow paddlers by craft, pace, and route. Coordinate vehicles, seats, and transport to ensure a smooth paddling experience.

Highlights
  • Organize downwind runs
  • Find paddlers by craft and pace
  • Coordinate shuttle logistics
  • Direct messaging and crew chat
  • Browse official routes with safety notes
  • Track runs and build paddler profiles
Features
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Downwind Crew helps paddlers find each other, organize downwind runs, and solve shuttle logistics before getting on the water. Built for the paddling community, Downwind Crew makes it easier to coordinate the details that can turn a great paddle into a logistical headache. Use Downwind Crew to: • Create and join downwind runs • See who is available to paddle • Find paddlers by craft, pace, route, and availability • Coordinate vehicles, passenger seats, and canoe transport • See whether your shuttle is ready before launch • Message paddlers directly or chat with your run crew • Browse official routes with maps, difficulty ratings, and safety notes • Track upcoming and completed runs • Build a paddler profile with craft, pace, experience, and favorite routes Shuttle planning is built directly into each run. As paddlers join and add their transportation information, Downwind Crew automatically shows whether the crew has enough vehicles, seats, and canoe capacity to make the shuttle work. Whether you paddle OC1, OC2, surfski, SUP, or other supported craft, Downwind Crew keeps the plan, crew, and logistics in one place. Find your crew. Chase the pace.

Screenshots

RXTimer4 screens
Downwind Crew4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: RXTimer at weekly against Downwind Crew's monthly. RXTimer also leads on iOS requirement (12.4 vs 15.1). On price, rating, ratings volume and ads 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

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 5.0 for RXTimer against 5.0 for Downwind Crew. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 2 and 4 respectively.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

RXTimer ships an update weekly, Downwind Crew monthly. The most recent releases landed on October 17, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
RXTimer versus Downwind Crew: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterRXTimerDownwind Crew
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (2 ratings)5.0 (4 ratings)
Positive reviews92.9% of reviews—
Number of ratings24 — better
Update frequencyWeekly — betterMonthly
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFreeFree
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS12.4 — better15.1
Further details — not scored
Size16 MB188 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperNicolas RuelleStyron Enterprises, Inc

Customer experience

RXTimer

All ratings2 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews14 reviews
Positive92.9%
Neutral0.0%
Negative7.1%

Downwind Crew

All ratings3 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

None

RXTimer

No in-app purchases

None

Downwind Crew

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is RXTimer free?
RXTimer is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Downwind Crew free?
Downwind Crew is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, RXTimer or Downwind Crew?
RXTimer and Downwind Crew are both rated 5.0 out of 5 on the App Store, from 2 and 4 ratings respectively.
Do RXTimer or Downwind Crew have ads?
Neither RXTimer nor Downwind Crew shows ads.
Which is updated more often, RXTimer or Downwind Crew?
RXTimer ships an update weekly, and Downwind Crew monthly. Most recently, RXTimer was updated on October 17, 2026 and Downwind Crew on October 24, 2026.

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