# Box Timer vs ZoneIt

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.

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.

## The numbers

| Metric | Box Timer | ZoneIt |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.9 (2.9K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/box-timer-simple-wod-clock/id1547518531/reviews)** | [4.3 (4 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/zoneit-zone-diet-recipes/id6618111926/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **2.9K** | 4 |
| Positive reviews | **93.5% of reviews** | 75.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Monthly** | Every 5 weeks |
| Monetization | **Free** | Freemium |
| Size | 7 MB | 86 MB |
| Requires iOS | 18 | **16.6** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Edvin Linden](https://appshunter.io/developer/1472363182) | [GST Solutions EOOD](https://appshunter.io/developer/1709919552) |

## 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


### ZoneIt

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/zoneit-zone-diet-recipes/id6618111926)

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.

**Highlights:** 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)

**In-app purchases (6)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 1 Month: ZoneIt Pro | $1.99 | per month |
| 1 Month: ZoneIt Pro | $2.99 | per month |
| 12 Months: ZoneIt Pro | $19.99 | per year |
| 12 Months: ZoneIt Pro | $29.99 | per year |
| Zonator Smart +300 | $0.99 | one-time |
| Zonator Ultimate +600 | $1.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Box Timer free?

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

### Is ZoneIt free?

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

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

Box Timer is rated higher. Box Timer averages 4.9 out of 5 from 2.9K ratings, while ZoneIt averages 4.3 from 4 ratings.

### Do Box Timer or ZoneIt have ads?

Neither Box Timer nor ZoneIt shows ads.

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

Box Timer ships an update monthly, and ZoneIt every 5 weeks. Most recently, Box Timer was updated on October 20, 2026 and ZoneIt on October 4, 2026.

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