# Timer Plus vs BoxClock

The clearest difference is rating: Timer Plus at 4.8 against BoxClock's 4.0. Timer Plus also leads on ratings volume (61K vs 1) and device support (4 vs 2). BoxClock's advantage is ads (none vs shown). On price, update cadence, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Timer Plus sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month and BoxClock sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Timer Plus holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Timer Plus has 61K ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

Timer Plus ships an update every 9 days, BoxClock every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 10, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Timer Plus | BoxClock |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.8 (61K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/timer-plus-workouts-timer/id1279716547/reviews)** | [4.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/boxclock-gym-timer/id6761938669/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **61K** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | 86.7% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | **Every 9 days** | Every 2 weeks |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 38 MB | 2 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.0** | 17.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [ArGames](https://appshunter.io/developer/1810651723) | [Carlos Manuel Gomes Vilhena](https://appshunter.io/developer/1892166690) |

## What reviewers say

### Timer Plus

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/timer-plus-workouts-timer/id1279716547)

This interval training app is designed for high-intensity workouts like HIIT, circuit, and Tabata. It offers customizable timers with round and cycle displays, background operation, and voice guidance. An Apple Watch companion app is also available for seamless workout tracking.

**Highlights:** Interval training timer, Customizable rounds and cycles, Background operation, Voice guidance, Save unlimited timers, Apple Watch app integration, Apple Health Kit integration

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Apple Watch app, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Timer Plus Pro | $2.99 | per month |
| Premium Monthly | $2.99 | per month |
| Timer Plus Lifetime | $9.99 | one-time |
| Lifetime Premium | $19.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Simple and easy to use
- 👍 Properly free, no hidden costs
- 👍 Customizable settings
- 👍 User-friendly interface
- 👍 Helpful for physical therapy and workouts

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Music volume issues
- 🐛 Difficulty finding saved timers
- 🐛 Inconsistent notification alerts
- 🐛 Inability to skip rounds

**Reported bugs**

- Timer stopping unexpectedly due to notifications or phone calls
- Inconsistent volume changes when using music
- Difficulty finding and loading saved timers

**Requested features**

- Ability to name and save custom workouts
- Option to turn off countdown sound
- Customizable alert sounds
- Ability to skip or pause rounds
- Connection to health/fitness tracking apps


### BoxClock

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/boxclock-gym-timer/id6761938669)

This app provides a customizable gym clock with various timer modes like EMOM, AMRAP, and Tabata. It features a clear, large display designed for visibility across a room and offers audio cues for transitions. Save your favorite workout configurations for quick access.

**Highlights:** Multiple timer modes (EMOM, AMRAP, Tabata, Custom), Large, clear LED-style display, Customizable audio cues, Lock Screen and Dynamic Island integration, Save up to 10 workout configurations, No ads or subscriptions

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| BoxClock Premium | $4.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Timer Plus free?

Timer Plus is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is BoxClock free?

BoxClock is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Timer Plus or BoxClock?

Timer Plus is rated higher. Timer Plus averages 4.8 out of 5 from 61K ratings, while BoxClock averages 4.0 from 1 ratings.

### Do Timer Plus or BoxClock have ads?

Timer Plus shows ads; BoxClock does not.

### Which is updated more often, Timer Plus or BoxClock?

Timer Plus ships an update every 9 days, and BoxClock every 2 weeks. Most recently, Timer Plus was updated on November 10, 2026 and BoxClock on October 31, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*