Box Timer vs Cross Timer
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.
Cross Timer
This interval timer app is designed for various fitness training styles like CrossFit, HIIT, and Hyrox. It offers customizable timers for EMOM, Tabata, and AMRAP workouts, along with a workout journal and history to track progress.
- EMOM, Tabata, and AMRAP timers
- Custom workout builder
- Workout history and journal
- Large, easy-to-read clock
- Minimalist design
- Progress tracking
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Cross Timer & Workout Recorder is an interval timer for CrossFit, HIIT, Hyrox and functional fitness – now with built-in video recording. Run EMOM, AMRAP, Tabata, For Time or custom intervals, keep every second under control, and film your WODs with the clock on screen for competition qualifiers, online throwdowns and coach reviews. RECORD YOUR WOD WITH THE TIMER ON SCREEN Submitting a score for the Open, a qualifier or an online competition? Record your workout with the running clock visible in the video from the first rep to the last, so judges can see exactly how long it took. The camera and the timer have separate controls, so you decide when to start recording and when to start the clock – set up your phone, get into position and go. No second phone, no separate stopwatch, no editing. • Video Recording with Timer – Film any WOD with the clock on screen • Separate Controls – Start the camera and the timer independently and stay in control of both • Proof for Competitions – Ideal for the Open, qualifiers, online throwdowns and judged scores • Coach Review – Share your video to check movement standards and technique WORKOUT TIMERS • EMOM Timer – Every Minute On the Minute workouts made simple • Tabata Timer – Classic 20/10 intervals and fully customizable rounds • AMRAP Mode – Track as many rounds as possible with precision • For Time – Beat the clock and improve performance • Custom Workout Builder – Create your own interval structures and training sessions • Large, Easy-to-Read Clock – Visible across the gym, even mid-workout • Minimal & Focused Design – No distractions during training WORKOUT HISTORY & JOURNAL Every WOD is saved automatically. Reuse previous timer settings in one tap, rename workouts, edit past sessions and keep notes on your performance – finish time, AMRAP rounds, reps, weights used, scores or anything else that matters for tracking progress. Built for athletes, coaches and anyone serious about training – at home, in the gym or with a team. Whether you're chasing a PR or recording your qualifier score, Cross Timer keeps the clock honest. Download Cross Timer and start your next WOD. Terms of Use (EULA): https://emomworkouts.com/terms-of-use
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Box Timer at none against Cross Timer's 3. Box Timer also leads on ratings volume (3K vs 1). Cross Timer's advantage is iOS requirement (16.6 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
Both are free to download. Cross Timer sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Box Timer asks for nothing beyond the download.
On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.9 for Box Timer against 5.0 for Cross Timer. 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.
Box Timer ships an update monthly, Cross Timer every 4 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 3, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Box Timer | Cross Timer |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.9 (3K ratings) | 5.0 (1 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 93.5% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 3K — better | 1 |
| Update frequency | Monthly | Every 4 weeks — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | Free | Free |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 18 | 16.6 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 7 MB | 13 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Edvin Linden | Hanna Blashchuk |
Customer experience
Box Timer
Cross Timer
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
Cross Timer
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
Box Timer
No in-app purchases
Cross Timer
- Video Mode Monthly$2.991 Month
- Video Mode Yearly$19.991 Year
- Video Mode Lifetime$29.99









