Comparison

Box Timer vs HIIT Beat Timer

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

HIIT Beat Timer

Features
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HIIT Beat Timer is a HIIT interval timer that leads your workout with BPM-synced beat audio. 【Auto BPM Switch for Every Phase】 High BPM during work, low BPM during rest — fully automatic. Move to the beat and naturally master intensity control through auditory-motor synchronization. 【Key Features】 • Set Work and Rest BPM freely (60–200 BPM) • Fine-tune sets, work duration, and rest duration • Save presets — no setup needed each time • 3-2-1 countdown audio so you know phase switches before they happen • 10-second PREPARE phase before your workout starts • Binaural beats (Beta waves during work, Theta waves during rest) • Premium version for an ad-free experience 【Workout History】 Review past sessions on a calendar to stay motivated and keep your streak going. 【Perfect For】 • Anyone who wants to make HIIT a habit at home or the gym • Workouts that fall apart without music or rhythm • People who want a simple, no-confusion timer • Protocols like Tabata, 30/30, EMOM, and more No playlist needed. Just open the app and start. The BPM beat leads your workout.

Screenshots

Box Timer4 screens
HIIT Beat Timer4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Box Timer at none against HIIT Beat Timer's 1. Box Timer also leads on ads (none vs shown). HIIT Beat Timer's advantage is iOS requirement (13.0 vs 18). On price 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. HIIT Beat Timer sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Box Timer asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Box Timer versus HIIT Beat Timer: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterBox TimerHIIT Beat Timer
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.9 (2.9K ratings) — better—
Positive reviews93.3% of reviews—
Number of ratings2.9K — better—
Update frequencyMonthly—
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS1813.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size7 MB52 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperEdvin Lindenarai.me

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

HIIT Beat Timer

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

Box Timer

No in-app purchases

1 purchases

HIIT Beat Timer

One-time1
  • Premium Plan$3.99

Questions

Is Box Timer free?
Box Timer is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is HIIT Beat Timer free?
HIIT Beat Timer is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Box Timer or HIIT Beat Timer have ads?
HIIT Beat Timer shows ads; Box Timer does not.

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