PyramidTimer HIIT Intervals vs Box Timer
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
PyramidTimer HIIT Intervals
This app offers customizable interval timers for high-intensity interval training (HIIT) and Tabata workouts. Track your heart rate in real-time and create distance-based intervals. Save your favorite workout profiles for quick access.
- Customizable interval and rest times
- Real-time heart rate plotting
- Distance-based interval training
- Save unlimited workout profiles
- Clear visual countdown and progress
- Sound alerts for interval changes
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TIMER CUSTOMISATION You choose: ◦ Number of sets ◦ Number of reps ◦ Interval length ◦ Amount of rest (automatic / manual options) ◦ Interval profile (longest first, shortest first, longest in the middle or all the same length) HEART RATE Beautiful real-time heart rate plotting: ◦ Add heart rate tracking using a bluetooth monitor ◦ See current heart rate, as well as min and max rates for the whole session ◦ Heart rate history plots against intervals as your timer runs ◦ Create a HIIT profile to easily work out your max HR NOT JUST A TIMER Distance too! ◦ As well as timed active intervals, PyramidTimer gives supports distance-based intervals too ◦ Train those 400m intervals anywhere, or 1000m, or 400-300-200, or... well you get the idea! ◦ Rest timer begins automatically as soon as you've completed the interval distance ◦ Rest time is fully customisable - you choose either fix a duration or choose an automatic amount relative to interval distance (the proportion is customisable) ◦ Combined with heart rate tracking you can easily work out your max HR using 8x20s sprints FAVOURITE PROFILES No need to define your favourite timer for every workout: ◦ Save unlimited timer profiles ◦ Load profiles in an instant ◦ Your last used profile will re-load automatically next time INTERFACE Enjoy: ◦ Crystal clear timer countdown for current interval ◦ Red/blue (go/rest) interval representation - higher bars are longer intervals ◦ Progress animation for current interval ◦ Boop sound at start and end of each active interval (won't interrupt your music) ◦ Total session time remaining countdown SUPER EASY TO USE For your convenience: ◦ Create your timer profile with interactive sliders ◦ Helper information available for every setting - you can't go wrong ◦ Visual representation of your session updates in real-time as you set it up - no guess work or nasty surprises, you know exactly what your timer will be ◦ Green indicator moves to show current interval ◦ Pause any time HEALTH BENEFITS Get fit fast! ◦ Varying length intervals in Pyramid Timer allow you to work different muscle groups and energy systems all in the same session, getting you the sporting edge faster. ◦ Do short HIIT (High Intensity Interval Training) ◦ Long endurance sessions ◦ Tabata ◦ ...and everything in between! ENJOY!
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.
- 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
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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.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is rating: Box Timer at 4.9 against PyramidTimer HIIT Intervals's 3.6. Box Timer also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 1) and ratings volume (2.9K vs 5). PyramidTimer HIIT Intervals's advantage is update cadence (weekly vs monthly) and iOS requirement (10.0 vs 18). On price, ads, monetization model and device support 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
Both are free to download. PyramidTimer HIIT Intervals sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Box Timer asks for nothing beyond the download.
Box Timer holds the better App Store score, 4.9 against 3.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Box Timer has 2.9K ratings behind it against 5, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 73% of PyramidTimer HIIT Intervals's written reviews are positive against 93% of Box Timer's.
PyramidTimer HIIT Intervals ships an update weekly, Box Timer monthly. The most recent releases landed on October 3, 2026 and October 17, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | PyramidTimer HIIT Intervals | Box Timer |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 3.6 (5 ratings) | 4.9 (2.9K ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 72.7% of reviews | 93.4% of reviews — better |
| Number of ratings | 5 | 2.9K — better |
| Update frequency | Weekly — better | Monthly |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Free | Free |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 10.0 — better | 18 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 18 MB | 7 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Simon Moss | Edvin Linden |
Customer experience
PyramidTimer HIIT Intervals
Box Timer
Bugs and requests
PyramidTimer HIIT Intervals
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
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
PyramidTimer HIIT Intervals
- Enhanced Version$1.99
Box Timer
No in-app purchases
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