# Boxing Coach Workout Timer vs Shadow Boxing Workout App

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Shadow Boxing Workout App at 96% against Boxing Coach Workout Timer's 56%. Shadow Boxing Workout App also leads on rating (4.9 vs 4.5) and ratings volume (2.9K vs 582). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Boxing Coach Workout Timer sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Shadow Boxing Workout App sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $14.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Shadow Boxing Workout App holds the better App Store score, 4.9 against 4.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Shadow Boxing Workout App has 2.9K ratings behind it against 582, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 56% of Boxing Coach Workout Timer's written reviews are positive against 96% of Shadow Boxing Workout App's.

Boxing Coach Workout Timer ships an update every 9 days, Shadow Boxing Workout App weekly. The most recent releases landed on July 26, 2026 and September 29, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Boxing Coach Workout Timer | Shadow Boxing Workout App |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.5 (582 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/boxing-coach-workout-timer/id1308556493/reviews) | **[4.9 (2.9K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/shadow-boxing-workout-app/id1510911574/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 582 | **2.9K** |
| Positive reviews | 55.7% of reviews | **96.3% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 9 days | **Weekly** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 206 MB | 168 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.6 | **17.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | **iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Nils Ackermann](https://appshunter.io/developer/1308556492) | [Marc Gauthier](https://appshunter.io/developer/834944348) |

## What reviewers say

### Boxing Coach Workout Timer

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/boxing-coach-workout-timer/id1308556493)

This app provides a customizable boxing round timer with voice guidance and personalized workouts. It offers preconfigured or custom sessions with flexible phases, favorite combo selection, and AI-powered coach voices. Enjoy an ad-free, hands-free experience with Siri and HealthKit integration.

**Highlights:** Customizable boxing round timer, Personalized workout creation, AI-powered voice coaching, Favorite combo selection, Siri shortcuts for hands-free control, Ad-free experience, HealthKit integration

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Siri integration, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Full Version | $3.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Good app
- 🚀 Small one-time purchase worth it
- 🚀 Reliable and gets occasional updates
- 🚀 Customizable workouts
- 🚀 Punch count tracking

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Sound/speech issues (disabled upon returning, too loud, no volume control)
- 🐛 Timer inaccuracies (workouts longer than indicated)
- 🐛 Crashes and technical issues (force quit, screen freezes, bugs)
- 🔒 Requires login/purchase to access full features
- 💡 Limited customization (unable to create own combos/workouts)

**Reported bugs**

- Sound/speech issues
- Timer inaccuracies
- Crashes and technical issues
- Login/purchase required for full features

**Requested features**

- Ability to create and save custom workouts/combos
- Option to add body shots to combos
- Warning sound before round ends
- Workout history/analytics tracking
- Defensive combo presets


### Shadow Boxing Workout App

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/shadow-boxing-workout-app/id1510911574)

This app provides virtual boxing coaching for home or gym training. It offers pre-made sessions or allows you to create custom workouts with various exercises and intensity levels. Learn boxing techniques, improve skills, and track your progress.

**Highlights:** Virtual boxing coach, Customizable workouts, Pre-made training sessions, No equipment required, Tutorial videos for techniques, Variety of boxing drills, Progress tracking

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

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly Subscription | $14.99 | per month |
| Premium | $59.99 | per 6 months |
| Yearly Subscription | $79.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Beginner-friendly
- 🤝 Excellent customer service
- 🔥 Effective workouts
- 🧠 Helps improve focus and technique
- 🎨 Customizable workouts

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🤖 Robotic-sounding voice commands
- 💰 Premium features locked behind subscription
- 🔍 Difficulty finding and editing custom workouts
- 🔊 Audio issues when receiving phone calls

**Reported bugs**

- Voice commands not always responsive
- Occasional app crashes

**Requested features**

- Slower pace for beginners
- More detailed instructions on defense and footwork
- Ability to save and edit custom workouts
- Integration with fitness tracking apps
- Kickboxing or Muay Thai workouts


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Boxing Coach Workout Timer free?

Boxing Coach Workout Timer is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Shadow Boxing Workout App free?

Shadow Boxing Workout App is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Boxing Coach Workout Timer or Shadow Boxing Workout App?

Shadow Boxing Workout App is rated higher. Boxing Coach Workout Timer averages 4.5 out of 5 from 582 ratings, while Shadow Boxing Workout App averages 4.9 from 2.9K ratings.

### Do Boxing Coach Workout Timer or Shadow Boxing Workout App have ads?

Neither Boxing Coach Workout Timer nor Shadow Boxing Workout App shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Boxing Coach Workout Timer or Shadow Boxing Workout App?

Boxing Coach Workout Timer ships an update every 9 days, and Shadow Boxing Workout App weekly. Most recently, Boxing Coach Workout Timer was updated on July 26, 2026 and Shadow Boxing Workout App on September 29, 2026.

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