# ComboSim vs Boxa

The clearest difference is update cadence: Boxa at every 4 days against ComboSim's every 6 weeks. ComboSim's advantage is ratings volume (68 vs 6) and device support (4 vs 2). On price, rating, review sentiment and ads there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. ComboSim sells 6 one-off in-app purchases and Boxa sells 3 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.6 for ComboSim against 4.7 for Boxa. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: ComboSim has 68 ratings behind it against 6, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 79% of ComboSim's written reviews are positive against 83% of Boxa's.

ComboSim ships an update every 6 weeks, Boxa every 4 days. The most recent releases landed on November 3, 2026 and November 8, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | ComboSim | Boxa |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.6 (68 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/combosim-strike-generator/id1296628103/reviews) | **[4.7 (6 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/boxa-shadow-boxing-and-combos/id6503469976/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **68** | 6 |
| Positive reviews | 78.6% of reviews | **83.3% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 6 weeks | **Every 4 days** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 108 MB | 67 MB |
| Requires iOS | **12.0** | 16.4 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | +12 | 4+ |
| Developer | [Samuel Harmon](https://appshunter.io/developer/1200962193) | [Thomas Favey](https://appshunter.io/developer/1749338160) |

## What reviewers say

### ComboSim

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/combosim-strike-generator/id1296628103)

This app helps you customize your MMA and boxing training routines. You can adjust combo calls, round durations, rest periods, and incorporate non-strike exercises. Unlock new strikes and movements to keep your workouts dynamic and engaging.

**Highlights:** Customizable combo calls, Adjustable round and rest times, Incorporate non-strike exercises, Unlock new strikes and movements, Dynamic setting changes, Tailor workout rarity

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (6)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Unlock Exercises | $1.99 | one-time |
| Unlock Movements | $1.99 | one-time |
| Unlock Combo Strikes | $1.99 | one-time |
| Unlock Elbows | $1.99 | one-time |
| Unlock Legwork | $1.99 | one-time |
| Unlock All | $4.99 | one-time |


### Boxa

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/boxa-shadow-boxing-and-combos/id6503469976)

This app calls out boxing combinations in real-time to guide your shadowboxing or bag work. It offers customizable workouts, combo generation, and support for various disciplines like boxing, kickboxing, and Muay Thai, all without distractions.

**Highlights:** Real-time combo calling, Customizable workouts, Combo generator, Support for boxing, kickboxing, Muay Thai, Timed rounds and custom moves, No equipment or partner needed

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Family Sharing, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Shadowboxing.pro Special Offer | $3.99 | one-time |
| Shadowboxing.pro lifetime | $8.99 | one-time |
| Boxa Plus | $19.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is ComboSim free?

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

### Is Boxa free?

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

### Which has better reviews, ComboSim or Boxa?

Boxa is rated higher. ComboSim averages 4.6 out of 5 from 68 ratings, while Boxa averages 4.7 from 6 ratings.

### Do ComboSim or Boxa have ads?

Neither ComboSim nor Boxa shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, ComboSim or Boxa?

ComboSim ships an update every 6 weeks, and Boxa every 4 days. Most recently, ComboSim was updated on November 3, 2026 and Boxa on November 8, 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.*