# Box Timer vs TimerNinja

The clearest difference is rating: Box Timer at 4.9 against TimerNinja's 4.4. Box Timer also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 4) and ratings volume (2.9K vs 8). TimerNinja's advantage is device support (6 vs 2). On price, update cadence and ads there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. TimerNinja sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Box Timer asks for nothing beyond the download.

Box Timer holds the better App Store score, 4.9 against 4.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Box Timer has 2.9K ratings behind it against 8, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 93% of Box Timer's written reviews are positive against 83% of TimerNinja's.

Box Timer ships an update monthly, TimerNinja every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 17, 2026 and October 6, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Box Timer | TimerNinja |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.9 (2.9K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/box-timer-simple-wod-clock/id1547518531/reviews)** | [4.4 (8 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/timerninja-activity-timers/id1591804917/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **2.9K** | 8 |
| Positive reviews | **93.4% of reviews** | 83.3% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Monthly | **Every 3 weeks** |
| Monetization | **Free** | Freemium |
| Size | 7 MB | 11 MB |
| Requires iOS | **18** | 26.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | **iPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple TV, Apple Watch, Vision Pro** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Edvin Linden](https://appshunter.io/developer/1472363182) | [Heftii, Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1588613002) |

## What reviewers say

### 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


### TimerNinja

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/timerninja-activity-timers/id1591804917)

Track time for workouts and productivity with versatile timer options. Supports Apple Watch integration, Apple Health recording, and SharePlay for synchronized challenges with friends. Offers customizable themes and multiple timer types.

**Highlights:** Multiple timer types (Stopwatch, Countdown, Intervals, EMOM, Pomodoro), Apple Watch standalone app and remote control, Record workouts to Apple Health, SharePlay for synchronized workouts with friends, Customizable dark and light themes, Standalone Apple Watch app

**Features:** Family Sharing, Apple Watch app, SharePlay

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| TimerNinja+ Monthly | $2.99 | per month |
| TimerNinja+ Family Monthly | $3.99 | per month |
| TimerNinja+ Yearly | $9.99 | per year |
| TimerNinja+ Family Yearly | $14.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Box Timer free?

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

### Is TimerNinja free?

TimerNinja is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Box Timer or TimerNinja?

Box Timer is rated higher. Box Timer averages 4.9 out of 5 from 2.9K ratings, while TimerNinja averages 4.4 from 8 ratings.

### Do Box Timer or TimerNinja have ads?

Neither Box Timer nor TimerNinja shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Box Timer or TimerNinja?

Box Timer ships an update monthly, and TimerNinja every 3 weeks. Most recently, Box Timer was updated on October 17, 2026 and TimerNinja on October 6, 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.*