# Gym Rest Timer vs Box Timer

The clearest difference is update cadence: Box Timer at monthly against Gym Rest Timer's every 8 months. Box Timer also leads on ratings volume (2.9K vs 73). Gym Rest Timer's advantage is iOS requirement (11.0 vs 18). On price, rating, review sentiment and ads there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.8 for Gym Rest Timer against 4.9 for Box Timer. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Box Timer has 2.9K ratings behind it against 73, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 92% of Gym Rest Timer's written reviews are positive against 93% of Box Timer's.

Gym Rest Timer ships an update every 8 months, Box Timer monthly. The most recent releases landed on October 8, 2026 and October 11, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Gym Rest Timer | Box Timer |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.8 (73 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gym-rest-timer/id1513430678/reviews) | **[4.9 (2.9K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/box-timer-simple-wod-clock/id1547518531/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 73 | **2.9K** |
| Positive reviews | 92.3% of reviews | **93.4% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 8 months | **Monthly** |
| Monetization | Free | Free |
| Size | 23 MB | 7 MB |
| Requires iOS | **11.0** | 18 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [David Blake](https://appshunter.io/developer/596628006) | [Edvin Linden](https://appshunter.io/developer/1472363182) |

## What reviewers say

### Gym Rest Timer

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gym-rest-timer/id1513430678)

This app helps you manage rest periods during workouts without interrupting your flow. It offers multiple modes, including lock screen control and volume gesture activation, to keep your training seamless. You can even use voice commands to start timers.

**Highlights:** Lock screen control, Notification mode, Media player mode, Volume gesture control, Siri integration, Widget support

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

**In-app purchases:** none


### 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 Gym Rest Timer free?

Gym Rest Timer is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Box Timer free?

Box Timer is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Gym Rest Timer or Box Timer?

Box Timer is rated higher. Gym Rest Timer averages 4.8 out of 5 from 73 ratings, while Box Timer averages 4.9 from 2.9K ratings.

### Do Gym Rest Timer or Box Timer have ads?

Neither Gym Rest Timer nor Box Timer shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Gym Rest Timer or Box Timer?

Gym Rest Timer ships an update every 8 months, and Box Timer monthly. Most recently, Gym Rest Timer was updated on October 8, 2026 and Box Timer on October 11, 2026.

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