Box Timer vs Easy Timer
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
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.
Easy Timer
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Easy Timer is a simple and user-friendly timer app designed for functional fitness workouts: AMRAP, For Time, EMOM, and Tabata. Here's what you'll get: - Timer for "AMRAP" workouts - Timer for "EMOM" workouts - Timer for "For Time" workouts - Timer for "Tabata" workouts Sweat and enjoy the experience with Easy Timer! SUBSCRIPTION COST AND TERMS Easy Timer offers two auto-renewing subscription options: $0.99 per week $1.99 per month These prices are for customers in the United States. Pricing in other countries may vary and actual charges may be converted to your local currency depending on your country of residence. Payment for the Easy Timer subscription will be charged to your Apple ID account upon confirmation of purchase. The subscription will automatically renew unless canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. The subscription renewal fee will be charged to your account within 24 hours prior to the end of the current period. You can manage and cancel subscriptions by accessing your account settings in the App Store after purchase. Easy Timer also offers a lifetime subscription, which is available with a one-time upfront payment of $19.99, providing unlimited access to Easy Timer features forever. For more details about our privacy policy and terms and conditions, please read here: http://axetop.dev/easytimer/privacy http://axetop.dev/easytimer/terms
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Box Timer at none against Easy Timer's 3. Easy Timer's advantage is iOS requirement (11.0 vs 18). On price, update cadence, ads 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. Easy Timer sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per 7 days. Box Timer asks for nothing beyond the download.
Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly monthly. The most recent releases landed on September 29, 2026 and September 26, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Box Timer | Easy Timer |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.9 (2.9K ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 93.2% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 2.9K — better | — |
| Update frequency | Monthly | Monthly |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | Free | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better |
| Requires iOS | 18 | 11.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 7 MB | 50 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Edvin Linden | Alexey Goncharov |
Bugs and 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
Easy Timer
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
Box Timer
No in-app purchases
Easy Timer
- Weekly Subscription7 Days trial$0.997 Days
- Monthly Subscription3 Days trial$1.991 Month
- Unlimited Access$19.99









