# CrossFit Inversion vs Box Timer

The clearest difference is ratings volume: Box Timer at 3K against CrossFit Inversion's 34. Box Timer also leads on monetization model (free vs ad-supported). CrossFit Inversion's advantage is iOS requirement (15 vs 18). On price, rating, update cadence 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 — 4.9 for CrossFit Inversion against 4.9 for Box Timer. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Box Timer has 3K ratings behind it against 34, so its average is the more settled of the two.

CrossFit Inversion ships an update every 5 weeks, Box Timer monthly. The most recent releases landed on October 24, 2026 and October 27, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | CrossFit Inversion | Box Timer |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.9 (34 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/crossfit-inversion/id1527008868/reviews)** | [4.9 (3K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/box-timer-simple-wod-clock/id1547518531/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 34 | **3K** |
| Positive reviews | — | 93.5% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 5 weeks | **Monthly** |
| Monetization | Ad-supported | **Free** |
| Size | 78 MB | 7 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15** | 18 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Jefferey Scales](https://appshunter.io/developer/1580131389) | [Edvin Linden](https://appshunter.io/developer/1472363182) |

## What reviewers say

### CrossFit Inversion

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/crossfit-inversion/id1527008868)

This app allows members of a specific gym to book spots in classes and sign up for gym events. It also provides account management features, such as updating personal photos and payment information.

**Highlights:** Class reservation, Gym event sign-ups, Account management, Profile picture updates, Payment information management

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Apple Wallet, 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 CrossFit Inversion free?

CrossFit Inversion 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, CrossFit Inversion or Box Timer?

CrossFit Inversion is rated higher. CrossFit Inversion averages 4.9 out of 5 from 34 ratings, while Box Timer averages 4.9 from 3K ratings.

### Do CrossFit Inversion or Box Timer have ads?

Neither CrossFit Inversion nor Box Timer shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, CrossFit Inversion or Box Timer?

CrossFit Inversion ships an update every 5 weeks, and Box Timer monthly. Most recently, CrossFit Inversion was updated on October 24, 2026 and Box Timer on October 27, 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.*