# Box Timer vs Mission Strength

The clearest difference is ratings volume: Box Timer at 2.9K against Mission Strength's 4. Box Timer also leads on monetization model (free vs ad-supported). Mission Strength'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 Box Timer against 5.0 for Mission Strength. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Box Timer has 2.9K ratings behind it against 4, so its average is the more settled of the two.

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly monthly. The most recent releases landed on October 14, 2026 and September 24, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Box Timer | Mission Strength |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.9 (2.9K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/box-timer-simple-wod-clock/id1547518531/reviews) | **[5.0 (4 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mission-strength/id6474187761/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **2.9K** | 4 |
| Positive reviews | 93.4% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Monthly | Monthly |
| Monetization | **Free** | Ad-supported |
| Size | 7 MB | 93 MB |
| Requires iOS | 18 | **15** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Edvin Linden](https://appshunter.io/developer/1472363182) | [Mission Strength LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1725039528) |

## 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


### Mission Strength

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mission-strength/id6474187761)

This app allows members to manage their fitness journey by reserving class spots, signing up for gym events, and updating personal account details. It simplifies gym management for a seamless user experience.

**Highlights:** Reserve class spots, Sign up for gym events, Update headshots, Manage credit card information, General account management

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

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Box Timer free?

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

### Is Mission Strength free?

Mission Strength is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Box Timer or Mission Strength?

Mission Strength is rated higher. Box Timer averages 4.9 out of 5 from 2.9K ratings, while Mission Strength averages 5.0 from 4 ratings.

### Do Box Timer or Mission Strength have ads?

Neither Box Timer nor Mission Strength shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Box Timer or Mission Strength?

Box Timer ships an update monthly, and Mission Strength monthly. Most recently, Box Timer was updated on October 14, 2026 and Mission Strength on September 24, 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.*