Comparison

Box Timer vs Shoe Tracker 10000

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

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.

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
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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.

About

Shoe Tracker 10000

Track your running shoes and log miles with a retro arcade adventure. Earn coins, unlock achievements, and understand your shoe's lifespan. Syncs with Apple Health for a fun, organized running experience.

Highlights
  • Track individual running shoes
  • Log runs and sync with Apple Health
  • Set mileage goals for shoes
  • Earn coins and unlock achievements
  • Retire old shoes with history
  • View activity log
Features
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The SHOE TRACKER 10000 turns shoe mileage into a fun retro-arcade running adventure. Track your shoes, log your runs, sync workouts from Apple Health, and build your runner scorecard as you go. Every mile helps you understand how much life your shoes have left, while coins, levels, and achievements make the journey feel like a game. This app is built for runners who want to stay organized, protect their favorite shoes, and have more fun doing it. Features: - Add your running shoes and track each pair separately - Set a lifetime mileage goal for every shoe - Sync workouts from Apple Health - Review workouts before importing them - Assign each run to the shoe you wore - Log manual mileage when needed - Edit activities later if you make a mistake - Retire old shoes while keeping their history - View your full activity log - Earn coins, unlock achievements, and level up your runner status Whether you are training for your first 5K, chasing a half marathon, or juggling a full shoe rotation, SHOE TRACKER 10000 helps you stay on top of your miles with a playful arcade feel. Apple Health integration: If you choose to connect Apple Health, the app can read workout data so you can import runs and assign them to your shoes more easily.

Screenshots

Box Timer4 screens
Shoe Tracker 100004 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ratings volume: Box Timer at 3K against Shoe Tracker 10000's 1. Shoe Tracker 10000's advantage is iOS requirement (15.1 vs 18). On price, rating, update cadence and ads 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.9 for Box Timer against 5.0 for Shoe Tracker 10000. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Box Timer has 3K ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Box Timer ships an update monthly, Shoe Tracker 10000 every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 25, 2026 and October 18, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
Box Timer versus Shoe Tracker 10000: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterBox TimerShoe Tracker 10000
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.9 (3K ratings)5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Positive reviews93.5% of reviews—
Number of ratings3K — better1
Update frequencyMonthly — betterEvery 2 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFreeFree
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPod
Requires iOS1815.1 — better
Further details — not scored
Size7 MB30 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperEdvin LindenEvan Luscher

Customer experience

Box Timer

All ratings2,944 ratings
Positive96.9%
Neutral1.5%
Negative1.6%
Written reviews138 reviews
Positive93.5%
Neutral0.0%
Negative6.5%

Shoe Tracker 10000

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

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

Shoe Tracker 10000

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

Box Timer

No in-app purchases

None

Shoe Tracker 10000

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Box Timer free?
Box Timer is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Shoe Tracker 10000 free?
Shoe Tracker 10000 is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Box Timer or Shoe Tracker 10000?
Shoe Tracker 10000 is rated higher. Box Timer averages 4.9 out of 5 from 3K ratings, while Shoe Tracker 10000 averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.
Do Box Timer or Shoe Tracker 10000 have ads?
Neither Box Timer nor Shoe Tracker 10000 shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Box Timer or Shoe Tracker 10000?
Box Timer ships an update monthly, and Shoe Tracker 10000 every 2 months. Most recently, Box Timer was updated on October 25, 2026 and Shoe Tracker 10000 on October 18, 2026.

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