Comparison

Round Timer vs Round Timer Pro

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

Head to head
About

Round Timer

This app provides a customizable timer for various training and exercise routines. Set the duration for rounds, rest periods, and warning bells, with options for custom sound themes. It runs in the background and can play over your music.

Highlights
  • Customizable round and rest intervals
  • Adjustable warning bell
  • Background operation
  • Customizable sound themes
  • Record your own sounds
  • Plays over music
Features
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- Reviews - "I've been using the Round Timer app on my iPhone for about as long as I've had my Iphone... If you're someone that's training for rounds, doing circuit work, etc. this app is worth your 99 cents. With the level of customization you get, the app is competitive with the way more expensive round timer devices that can cost upwards of $10-100." - by Shawn Lord, www.mastersdivision.com "I found a GREAT interval timer app in the iTunes store for 99 cents!!! It's called Round Timer and it works like a dream!!!" - by Miss Lee, forums on thecathenation.com "Its a really useful applications. Beats carrying around that big round timer from the old days." - by Michael Manna, T4Show.com ----------------------------------- - Description - The Round Timer was the first round/sparring/boxing timer available in the AppStore and, as a result, the most refined and stable. Don't be fooled by knock-offs (other developers copying our interface and layout). The Round Timer is a convenient round/boxing/sparring timer for your iPhone/iPod touch, now compatible with iOS 8. The Round Timer is a fully functional round/sparring timer that allows you to customize the length of the rounds, warning bell and resting period. Each of these intervals can be configured separately up to an hour. It will run in the background even if you switch to another App. With the sound themes, you can choose which alarm sounds to use: boxing/MMA, a relaxing Zen theme, and a few others. Don't like any of the dozens of preinstalled sounds? Don't worry! You can record your own sounds. For large, loud environments you can plug your device into a stereo, or for small sessions put it in the corner of the mat. The Round Timer is great for any sparring or interval training: boxing, MMA, grappling / bjj, martial arts, yoga, meditation, crossfit, exercise, workout, stretching, etc. Working out to music is not a problem. Start your music playing in the iPod app, then start RoundTimer. The sounds will play over top of your music without interrupting it. Please feel free to e-mail support@plainandsimplesoftware.com to suggest new sound themes! Interested in interval training (Tabata, symmetrical, etc... intervals)? Check out our "IntervalTimer". Want more control? Check out "UltraTimer". Want full programmability and randomized intervals? Look at "UltraTrainer".

About

Round Timer Pro

This app provides a highly customizable round timer for combat sports and interval training. It features a unique reaction training mode to simulate unpredictable fight scenarios and allows for precise control over workout structure and signals.

Highlights
  • Customizable rounds
  • Reaction Training Mode
  • Intra-round signals
  • Authentic sound cues
  • Visual cues and color indicators
  • Split rounds into segments
Features
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TRAIN SMARTER. FIGHT FASTER. REACT BETTER. Meet Boxing Round Timer Pro, the most powerful and customizable round timer for boxing, MMA, kickboxing, Muay Thai, or any high-intensity interval training. Whether you are a fighter sharpening your reactions, a coach managing class sessions, or an athlete crushing HIIT and Tabata, this app adapts to your style. It is more than a simple boxing bell, it is your intelligent corner partner. WHY THIS TIMER STANDS OUT Unlike any other boxing timer, Boxing Round Timer Pro introduces an exclusive Reaction Training Mode designed to simulate real fight unpredictability. Set random action cues in custom time ranges and get sound signals to perform specific combos, defensive moves, or explosive exercises. Perfect for developing fight IQ, reflexes, and real-world reaction speed. You can also split rounds into equal segments. For example, play a signal every 30 seconds during a 3-minute round. Ideal for pacing drills, changing intensity, or rotating exercises seamlessly without losing rhythm. FULLY CUSTOMIZABLE FOR EVERY TRAINING STYLE - Adjustable rounds. Set the structure that fits your routine. - Authentic boxing bells and claps. Realistic sounds that mirror professional gyms. - Visual cues and color indicators. Instantly see when to fight, rest, or get ready. - Intra-round signals. Add alerts within each round to mix up exercises or combos. - Reaction Training Mode. Create random action cues to simulate real-fight scenarios. - Simple, clean interface. Go from idea to action in seconds. - Optimized for all devices. Works on phones, tablets, and smart displays. PERFECT FOR ALL TYPES OF WORKOUTS - Boxing, Kickboxing, MMA, Muay Thai - HIIT, Tabata, CrossFit - Circuit, Cardio, or Strength workouts - Gym and home fitness - Reaction, coordination, and reflex drills SIMPLE. RELIABLE. FREE. No subscriptions. No ads. No limits. Boxing Round Timer Pro delivers professional-grade performance with zero distractions. Configure your workout, hit start, and let the timer handle the rest while you focus on your performance. TRAIN ANYTIME, ANYWHERE. From beginners learning to pace their rounds to advanced fighters mastering timing and reaction, this app delivers precision, motivation, and control in every session. You will always know when to strike, when to rest, and when to push beyond your limits. Download Boxing Round Timer Pro and experience the evolution of fight training. React faster. Move smarter. Dominate every round. Free - No ads - Reaction training - Fully customizable - For all combat sports

Screenshots

Round Timer4 screens
Round Timer Pro4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: Round Timer Pro at Free against Round Timer's $0.99. Round Timer Pro also leads on rating (5.0 vs 3.8) and review sentiment (97% vs 74%). Round Timer's advantage is update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 6 months) and iOS requirement (8.0 vs 13.4). On ads, in-app purchases 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

Round Timer Pro is free to download; Round Timer costs $0.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Round Timer Pro holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 3.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Round Timer Pro has 223 ratings behind it against 21, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 74% of Round Timer's written reviews are positive against 97% of Round Timer Pro's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Round Timer ships an update every 3 weeks, Round Timer Pro every 6 months. The most recent releases landed on October 13, 2026 and October 11, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard7 real differences · 3 level
Round Timer versus Round Timer Pro: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterRound TimerRound Timer Pro
Price$0.99Free — better
Rating3.8 (21 ratings)5.0 (223 ratings) — better
Positive reviews73.9% of reviews97.2% of reviews — better
Number of ratings21223 — better
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeks — betterEvery 6 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationPaidFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS8.0 — better13.4
Further details — not scored
Size16 MB24 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperPlain and Simple SoftwareSolid Solutions OU

Customer experience

Round Timer

All ratings21 ratings
Positive71.4%
Neutral0.0%
Negative28.6%
Written reviews119 reviews
Positive73.9%
Neutral8.4%
Negative17.6%

Round Timer Pro

All ratings223 ratings
Positive99.6%
Neutral0.4%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews36 reviews
Positive97.2%
Neutral2.8%
Negative0.0%

User reviews

Round Timer

From 21 App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Great app for interval training
  • 👍 Versatile for various workouts
  • 🎶 Plays music in the background
  • 💰 Good value for the price

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Issues with sound/music integration
  • 🔍 Difficult to use with gloves/sweaty hands
  • 🖥️ Compatibility issues with newer iOS versions
  • 📱 Screen orientation problems

Round Timer Pro

From 223 App Store ratings

What we love

  • 👍 Easy to use
  • 🚀 Efficient and effective
  • ✨ No ads
  • 🤫 Runs in the background
  • 🎶 Doesn't hijack music apps

Room to improve

  • 🔄 Doesn't save settings

Bugs and requests

Round Timer

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Alarms/sounds stop working after several rounds
  • Saved workouts not loading properly
  • App crashes or freezes after updates

Requested features

4 requests
  • Add a round counter
  • Allow setting multiple timers/intervals
  • Provide more customizable sound options
  • Implement a warning sound before rest period ends

Round Timer Pro

Requested features

1 request
  • Ability to save workout settings

In-app purchases

None

Round Timer

No in-app purchases

None

Round Timer Pro

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Round Timer free?
Round Timer costs $0.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is Round Timer Pro free?
Round Timer Pro is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Round Timer or Round Timer Pro?
Round Timer Pro is rated higher. Round Timer averages 3.8 out of 5 from 21 ratings, while Round Timer Pro averages 5.0 from 223 ratings.
Do Round Timer or Round Timer Pro have ads?
Neither Round Timer nor Round Timer Pro shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Round Timer or Round Timer Pro?
Round Timer ships an update every 3 weeks, and Round Timer Pro every 6 months. Most recently, Round Timer was updated on October 13, 2026 and Round Timer Pro on October 11, 2026.

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