# Box Timer vs Mobility Manual

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Box Timer at 93% against Mobility Manual's 38%. Box Timer also leads on rating (4.9 vs 3.0) and in-app purchases (none vs 6). Mobility Manual's advantage is iOS requirement (15.1 vs 18). On price, update cadence, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Mobility Manual sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $18.99 per month. Box Timer asks for nothing beyond the download.

Box Timer holds the better App Store score, 4.9 against 3.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Box Timer has 2.9K ratings behind it against 28, 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 38% of Mobility Manual's.

Box Timer ships an update monthly, Mobility Manual every 5 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 14, 2026 and October 7, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Box Timer | Mobility Manual |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.9 (2.9K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/box-timer-simple-wod-clock/id1547518531/reviews)** | [3.0 (28 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mobility-manual/id1612541547/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **2.9K** | 28 |
| Positive reviews | **93.4% of reviews** | 37.7% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Monthly** | Every 5 weeks |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 7 MB | 167 MB |
| Requires iOS | 18 | **15.1** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [Edvin Linden](https://appshunter.io/developer/1472363182) | [The Mobility Manual Limited](https://appshunter.io/developer/1599080265) |

## 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


### Mobility Manual

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mobility-manual/id1612541547)

Enhance athletic performance with sport-specific mobility routines designed to improve range of motion and prevent wasted stretching. Build a daily habit of movement and feel the difference in your body within weeks.

**Highlights:** Sport-specific mobility routines, 40-day step-by-step programs, Mobility assessment and progress tracking, Sport-specific coaching videos, Extensive mobility exercise library, Community access

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

**In-app purchases (6)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| The Mobility Manual Monthly | $18.99 | per month |
| The Mobility Manual Annual | $129.99 | per year |
| Runner's Manual | $59.99 | one-time |
| Everyday Athlete | $59.99 | one-time |
| ROM Strong | $59.99 | one-time |
| Weightlifters Mobility Manual | $69.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Great mobility program content
- 👍 Clear exercise explanations
- 👍 Effective mobility improvements
- 👍 Useful for weightlifters
- 👍 Good for improving activation

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 App is very buggy
- 🐛 Frequent glitches
- 🐛 App is clunky and frustrating
- 🐛 Videos don't load or are black
- 🐛 Timers are confusing/unclear

**Reported bugs**

- App gets stuck on exercises
- Timers get stuck or have a mind of their own
- Videos not loading or are black
- App crashes when receiving calls/notifications
- Autoplay repeats the same exercise

**Requested features**

- Add voice instructions/audio cues
- Allow playing own music
- Add a countdown before movement changes
- Improve timer clarity
- Option to mark exercises as complete


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Box Timer free?

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

### Is Mobility Manual free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Box Timer or Mobility Manual?

Box Timer is rated higher. Box Timer averages 4.9 out of 5 from 2.9K ratings, while Mobility Manual averages 3.0 from 28 ratings.

### Do Box Timer or Mobility Manual have ads?

Neither Box Timer nor Mobility Manual shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Box Timer or Mobility Manual?

Box Timer ships an update monthly, and Mobility Manual every 5 weeks. Most recently, Box Timer was updated on October 14, 2026 and Mobility Manual on October 7, 2026.

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