Comparison

SmartWOD Workout Generator vs Box Timer

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

Head to head
About

SmartWOD Workout Generator

This app generates personalized functional fitness workouts based on your available equipment. It includes a workout builder, timer, exercise library, and tracking features to help you plan, perform, and log your training sessions anywhere.

Highlights
  • Workout generator based on equipment
  • Custom workout builder
  • Integrated workout timer
  • Exercise demonstration videos
  • Workout logging and progress tracking
  • Warm-up and cooldown routines
Features
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SmartWOD Workout Generator creates functional fitness workouts based on the equipment you have available. Whether you're training at home, in the gym, or while traveling – SmartWOD helps you find the perfect workout in seconds. Select your equipment, generate a workout, and start training immediately with the integrated workout timer. But SmartWOD is more than just a workout generator. It's a complete functional fitness training app that helps you plan, track, and perform your workouts. FEATURES WORKOUT GENERATOR • Generate workouts based on available equipment • Over 5000 workouts in the database • Filter by muscle group, movement category or equipment • Bodyweight workouts and travel-friendly workouts • Benchmark WODs and partner workouts • SmartWOD special workouts WORKOUT BUILDER • Create your own workouts • Combine multiple workout parts such as warm-up, strength, metcon, and finisher • Supports workout formats like AMRAP, EMOM, FOR TIME, TABATA and more • Perfect for functional fitness, strength training and high-intensity workouts SMART WORKOUT TIMER • Integrated timer for all workout types • Interval timer for EMOM, TABATA and AMRAP workouts • Round counter and workout tracking • Rest timers for strength training (e.g. 5x5 workouts) • Apple Watch companion app EXERCISE LIBRARY • Exercise demonstration videos • Instructions for common functional fitness movements • Helpful guidance for correct exercise execution SMART WARM-UPS & COOLDOWNS • Warm-up routines tailored to your upcoming workout • Cooldown & stretching routines adapted to the workout you just completed • Video guides for every warm-up and cooldown exercise PERSONAL RECORDS • Track your PRs for lifts, gymnastics and benchmark WODs • Personal records for deadlift, bench press, squat, clean and more • Monitor your progress over time WORKOUT TRACKING • Log your workouts with scores and notes • Track your times and progress • Complete training diary always in your pocket COMMUNITY • Share your results and connect with other athletes • Follow friends, compare scores and stay motivated • Customize your profile and visibility settings Train anywhere – at home, in the gym, or while traveling – and always find the right workout with SmartWOD. Have fun sweating with SmartWOD! SUBSCRIPTION PRICING AND TERMS SmartWOD offers two auto-renewing subscription options: $3.49 (US) per month $29.99 (US) per year These prices are for United States customers. Pricing in other countries may vary and actual charges may be converted to your local currency depending on the country of residence. Your SmartWOD subscription will automatically renew unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. You can go to your iTunes Account settings to manage your subscription and turn off auto-renew. Your iTunes Account will be charged when the purchase is confirmed. SmartWOD also offers a Lifetime subscription which is paid for by a one-off upfront payment of $89.99 (US) with unlimited access to the SmartWOD features forever. Read more about our privacy policy and terms and conditions here: https://smartwod.app/workouts/en/privacy Terms of Use: https://www.smartwod.app/generator-terms

About

Box Timer

This app provides a simple, distraction-free timer designed for intense training sessions like CrossFit, HIIT, and functional fitness. It features a massive, high-contrast display, customizable interval options, and seamless audio cue integration with music apps. All workouts are automatically saved for easy tracking and reuse.

Highlights
  • Massive, high-contrast display
  • Supports AMRAP, EMOM, For Time, Tabata
  • Customizable work/rest intervals and rounds
  • Works with music apps, clear audio cues
  • Automatic workout history and reuse
  • Background operation and screen lock support
  • No ads or sign-up required
Features
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SIMPLE TIMER BUILT FOR SERIOUS TRAINING Box Timer brings the power of a CrossFit box timer to your phone. Massive display. Zero distractions. Works perfectly whether you're in the gym, at home, or training outdoors. BUILT FOR CROSSFIT, HIIT & FUNCTIONAL FITNESS From crushing WODs to HYROX training and daily circuits — Box Timer handles every workout type with a clean interface that keeps you focused on the work, not the timer. EVERY WORKOUT TYPE COVERED - AMRAP (As Many Rounds As Possible) - EMOM (Every Minute On the Minute) - For Time workouts with countdown - Tabata (20/10 protocol) - Custom intervals with work/rest periods and rounds - Count up or count down modes DESIGNED FOR VISIBILITY – Massive timer display with high-contrast text – Landscape mode for maximum size – Readable from 10+ meters away – Perfect for garage gyms and home workouts AUDIO THAT WORKS WITH YOUR MUSIC – Crystal-clear audio cues for round changes – Works seamlessly with Spotify, Apple Music, and any audio app – No interruptions to your playlist – Simple settings for audio on/off SAVE YOUR GO-TO TIMERS – Save any timer as a named preset – Load it again with one tap from the timer screen – Edit or delete presets anytime – Never set up the same workout twice ZERO FRICTION EXPERIENCE – Works in background and with screen locked – No account or sign-up required – No ads – Lightning-fast timer setup – Runs smoothly even during intense workouts GLOBAL FITNESS COMMUNITY Available in English, Swedish, German, Spanish, Polish, French, and Japanese WHY ATHLETES CHOOSE BOX TIMER "This app is a must have for CrossFit workouts. Ideal for emoms, amraps and for time workouts. I even use it for strength work like squats by programming beeps for 45 seconds work and 2 minutes rest. And it’s free! I mean come on." Whether you're an elite athlete or just starting your fitness journey, Box Timer delivers exactly what you need: a powerful, distraction-free timer that stays out of your way. Get it now and experience the difference.

Screenshots

SmartWOD Workout Generator4 screens
Box Timer4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Box Timer at none against SmartWOD Workout Generator's 10. Box Timer also leads on ads (none vs shown). SmartWOD Workout Generator's advantage is update cadence (every 2 weeks vs monthly) and device support (4 vs 2). On price, rating, review sentiment and ratings volume 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. SmartWOD Workout Generator sells 7 in-app purchases, starting at $3.49 per month. Box Timer asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.9 for SmartWOD Workout Generator against 4.9 for Box Timer. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 4.8K and 2.9K respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 86% of SmartWOD Workout Generator's written reviews are positive against 93% of Box Timer's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

SmartWOD Workout Generator ships an update every 2 weeks, Box Timer monthly. The most recent releases landed on September 22, 2026 and September 24, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
SmartWOD Workout Generator versus Box Timer: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSmartWOD Workout GeneratorBox Timer
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.9 (4.8K ratings)4.9 (2.9K ratings)
Positive reviews85.8% of reviews93.2% of reviews — better
Number of ratings4.8K — better2.9K
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeks — betterMonthly
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationSubscriptionFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.1 — better18
Further details — not scored
Size103 MB7 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperSmartWOD GmbHEdvin Linden

Customer experience

SmartWOD Workout Generator

All ratings4,839 ratings
Positive98.2%
Neutral1.1%
Negative0.8%
Written reviews316 reviews
Positive85.8%
Neutral6.3%
Negative7.9%

Box Timer

All ratings2,916 ratings
Positive96.9%
Neutral1.5%
Negative1.6%
Written reviews132 reviews
Positive93.2%
Neutral0.0%
Negative6.8%

User reviews

SmartWOD Workout Generator

From 4.8K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Great app
  • 👍 Customizable workouts
  • 👍 Demonstration videos
  • 👍 Tracks progress
  • 👍 Variety of workouts

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Cuts off Spotify
  • 🐛 Subscription issues
  • 💰 Expensive subscription
  • 💰 Lifetime price mismatch
  • 📢 Too many ads

Box Timer

From 2.9K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Simple and straightforward
  • 🔒 No ads or subscriptions
  • 👍 Intuitive and easy to use
  • 👍 Excellent for home workouts
  • 👍 Minimalistic and focused design

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Issues with UI and timer controls on some devices
  • 🐛 Lack of sound options or countdown beeps
  • 🐛 Inability to adjust times without resetting the workout

Bugs and requests

SmartWOD Workout Generator

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • Subscription not working as expected
  • Unable to save favorites
  • Ads still shown after subscription
  • Workout selection issues

Requested features

10 requests
  • Ability to log own workouts
  • Separate app or integration for bar cycles
  • Automatic round countdown
  • Landscape view on iPad
  • Ability to select specific movements or workout types
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  • Strength vs conditioning workout options
  • Preview of warm-ups
  • Sync workouts across devices
  • Apple Watch app
  • Leaderboard to track progress

Box Timer

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Timer not functioning properly in landscape mode
  • Review prompt interfering with timer operation
  • Compatibility issues on certain iPad models

Requested features

4 requests
  • Round count display during rest periods
  • Customizable countdown beeps or sounds
  • Ability to save and load custom timer settings
  • Apple Watch app support

In-app purchases

7 purchases

SmartWOD Workout Generator

Subscriptions5
  • Premium 1 month$3.491 Month
  • Premium 1 month2 variants$3.991 Month
  • Premium 1 month - 1 week trial7 Days trial$3.991 Month
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  • Premium 1 year3 variants$29.991 Year
  • Premium 12 months 1 week trial7 Days trial$29.991 Year
One-time2
  • Premium Lifetime$79.99
  • Premium Lifetime$89.99
None

Box Timer

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is SmartWOD Workout Generator free?
SmartWOD Workout Generator is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Box Timer free?
Box Timer is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, SmartWOD Workout Generator or Box Timer?
SmartWOD Workout Generator and Box Timer are both rated 4.9 out of 5 on the App Store, from 4.8K and 2.9K ratings respectively.
Do SmartWOD Workout Generator or Box Timer have ads?
SmartWOD Workout Generator shows ads; Box Timer does not.
Which is updated more often, SmartWOD Workout Generator or Box Timer?
SmartWOD Workout Generator ships an update every 2 weeks, and Box Timer monthly. Most recently, SmartWOD Workout Generator was updated on September 22, 2026 and Box Timer on September 24, 2026.

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