# Disposable Timer+ vs Box Timer

The clearest difference is rating: Box Timer at 4.9 against Disposable Timer+'s 4.2. Box Timer also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 1) and ads (none vs shown). Disposable Timer+'s advantage is iOS requirement (15.6 vs 18). On price and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Disposable Timer+ 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 4.2. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Box Timer has 2.9K ratings behind it against 14, so its average is the more settled of the two.

Disposable Timer+ ships an update every 10 months, Box Timer monthly. The most recent releases landed on August 18, 2026 and September 24, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Disposable Timer+ | Box Timer |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.2 (14 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/disposable-timer-plus/id1491661491/reviews) | **[4.9 (2.9K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/box-timer-simple-wod-clock/id1547518531/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 14 | **2.9K** |
| Positive reviews | — | 93.2% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 10 months | **Monthly** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Size | 21 MB | 7 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.6** | 18 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Thang Nguyen](https://appshunter.io/developer/921360262) | [Edvin Linden](https://appshunter.io/developer/1472363182) |

## What reviewers say

### Disposable Timer+

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/disposable-timer-plus/id1491661491)

Manage multiple timers and stopwatches simultaneously for various daily tasks. This app allows you to create, label, and reuse timers with customizable durations and gentle or funny alarms. It runs in the background, freeing you to use other applications while keeping track of your timed activities.

**Highlights:** Run multiple timers and stopwatches simultaneously, Create, label, and reuse custom timers, Timers run in the background, Repeat timers up to 100 times, Gentle and funny alarm options, Sleek and simple interface

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

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Pro Upgrade | $4.99 | one-time |


### Box Timer

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/box-timer-simple-wod-clock/id1547518531)

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:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

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

**What reviewers complain about**

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

**Reported bugs**

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

**Requested features**

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


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Disposable Timer+ free?

Disposable Timer+ 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, Disposable Timer+ or Box Timer?

Box Timer is rated higher. Disposable Timer+ averages 4.2 out of 5 from 14 ratings, while Box Timer averages 4.9 from 2.9K ratings.

### Do Disposable Timer+ or Box Timer have ads?

Disposable Timer+ shows ads; Box Timer does not.

### Which is updated more often, Disposable Timer+ or Box Timer?

Disposable Timer+ ships an update every 10 months, and Box Timer monthly. Most recently, Disposable Timer+ was updated on August 18, 2026 and Box Timer on September 24, 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.*