Box Timer vs ZoneIt
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.
ZoneIt
This app helps users follow the Zone Diet with tools for meal planning, product searching, and block calculation. It offers daily stats tracking and barcode scanning to simplify balanced nutrition and weight loss.
- Zone Diet meal planner
- Product finder by macronutrients
- Block calculator
- Barcode scanner for instant calculation
- Daily stats overview (blocks, calories, water, BMI)
- Customized recipes (PRO)
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Master the Zone Diet effortlessly with ZoneIt, the all-in-one app designed to simplify your journey toward balanced nutrition and better health. Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned pro, ZoneIt gives you all the tools you need to succeed. Zonator: The first meal planner for the Zone Diet. Product Finder: Search and discover products categorized by proteins, carbs, and fats. Block Calculator: Quickly calculate your Zone Diet blocks with precision, based on nutritional information. Scan Products Instantly: Use the built-in scanner to save time and calculate blocks in seconds. View Your Daily Stats: Get a complete overview of your blocks, calories, water intake, BMI, and more – all tailored to you. You can upgrade to ZoneIt PRO via in-app purchases within the app. ZoneIt PRO is designed to simplify your Zone Diet journey and is an affordable solution compared to similar diet and nutrition apps. ZoneIt PRO Subscriptions: • 1 month (monthly subscription) • 1 year (annual subscription) By subscribing to ZoneIt PRO, you’ll unlock access to all premium features, including full access to the Zonator, advanced barcode scanning, exclusive recipes tailored for The Zone Diet, and no ads. Your PRO subscription will be charged directly to your App Store account. You can manage or cancel your subscription at any time through your account settings. The subscription will automatically renew at the same price and subscription type unless you unsubscribe at least 24 hours before the current subscription period ends. If a free trial is offered, any unused portion will be forfeited when you purchase a subscription. By subscribing to ZoneIt PRO, you agree to the terms of the Apple App Store and ZoneIt’s Terms and Conditions and Privacy Policy. Terms of Service: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Terms and Conditions: https://www.zoneit.app/en/documents/app/terms-and-conditions Privacy Policy: https://www.zoneit.app/en/documents/app/privacy-policy Start your journey to better health with ZoneIt today!
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Verdict
The clearest difference is rating: Box Timer at 4.9 against ZoneIt's 4.3. Box Timer also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 6) and ratings volume (2.9K vs 4). ZoneIt's advantage is iOS requirement (16.6 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. ZoneIt sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. Box Timer asks for nothing beyond the download.
Box Timer holds the better App Store score, 4.9 against 4.3. 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. Written reviews point the same way: 93% of Box Timer's written reviews are positive against 75% of ZoneIt's.
Box Timer ships an update monthly, ZoneIt every 5 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 20, 2026 and October 4, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Box Timer | ZoneIt |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.9 (2.9K ratings) — better | 4.3 (4 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 93.5% of reviews — better | 75.0% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 2.9K — better | 4 |
| Update frequency | Monthly — better | Every 5 weeks |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | Free — better | Freemium |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 18 | 16.6 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 7 MB | 86 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Edvin Linden | GST Solutions EOOD |
Customer experience
Box Timer
ZoneIt
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
ZoneIt
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
Box Timer
No in-app purchases
ZoneIt
- 1 Month: ZoneIt Pro3 Days trial$1.991 Month
- 1 Month: ZoneIt Pro3 Days trial$2.991 Month
- 12 Months: ZoneIt Pro7 Days trial$19.991 Year
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- 12 Months: ZoneIt Pro7 Days trial$29.991 Year
- Zonator Smart +300$0.99
- Zonator Ultimate +600$1.99
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