Comparison

Boxing 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

Boxing Timer

This app provides a fully configurable round timer for boxing, sparring, and workouts. It alerts users to the start and end of each period with configurable bell sounds and optional vibration. The display can be enlarged for better visibility during training.

Highlights
  • Configurable time periods (prep, round, warning, rest)
  • Colored backgrounds for stage indication
  • Round counter
  • Configurable bell sounds
  • Vibration alerts (iPhone only)
  • Extra large landscape display
  • Disable auto-lock
Features
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Boxing Timer is an application designed for your boxing training, sparring and workouts. Boxing Timer gives you a fully configurable round timer on your iPhone™ and iPod® touch. The application can also be used for other sports and training, such as Mixed Martial Arts, Grappling, Martial Arts, Muay Thai, Wrestling and any other sports requiring timed rounds. The application counts each round for you and uses a classic digital display for time. Boxing Timer is designed to alert you of the current period at all times. Your iPhone or iPod touch can be rotated to provide an extra large time display. Bells signal the start and end of each round and also a warning period. Boxing Timer has the following features: • Configurable time periods for the preparation, round, warning period, and rest period • Coloured backgrounds signifying the particular stage of the round • Round counter • Bell sounds are configurable to indicate the start and end of rounds and the warning period • Vibration (iPhone only) to indicate the start and end of rounds and the warning period • Sounds effects and/or vibration (iPhone only) may be turned off • Extra large landscape display • Classic digital time display • Auto-lock can be disabled to prevent screen locking during rounds • Tap anywhere on the screen to start/pause • Timer position can be saved when application is exited • Runs in the background on devices that support multitasking Note: If your rounds are being interrupted by your device's Auto-Lock feature, then please switch "Auto-Lock" to off in your Boxing Timer's Options screen.

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

Boxing Timer4 screens
Round Timer Pro4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: Round Timer Pro at Free against Boxing Timer's $1.99. Round Timer Pro also leads on rating (5.0 vs 4.3) and ratings volume (223 vs 8). Boxing Timer's advantage is update cadence (every 2 months vs every 6 months) and chart position (#158 vs unranked). On review sentiment, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model 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; Boxing Timer costs $1.99 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 4.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Round Timer Pro has 223 ratings behind it against 8, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews split almost evenly too, at 97% and 97% positive.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Boxing Timer ships an update every 2 months, Round Timer Pro every 6 months. Both last shipped on October 3, 2026.

Scorecard6 real differences · 5 level
Boxing Timer versus Round Timer Pro: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterBoxing TimerRound Timer Pro
Price$1.99Free — better
Rating4.3 (8 ratings)5.0 (223 ratings) — better
Positive reviews96.6% of reviews97.2% of reviews — better
Number of ratings8223 — better
Update frequencyEvery 2 months — betterEvery 6 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFreeFree
Best chart rank#158 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS9.0 — better13.4
Further details — not scored
Size19 MB24 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperEffortless Code LimitedSolid Solutions OU

Customer experience

Boxing Timer

All ratings8 ratings
Positive75.0%
Neutral12.5%
Negative12.5%
Written reviews89 reviews
Positive96.6%
Neutral1.1%
Negative2.2%

Round Timer Pro

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

User reviews

Boxing Timer

From 8 App Store ratings

What we love

  • 👍 Simple and easy to use
  • 💡 Highly customizable
  • 💪 Reliable and functional
  • 📱 Large, visible display
  • 🎧 Background music playback

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Timer arbitrarily turning off
  • 🔊 Volume can be quiet with music
  • 🔄 Custom timers duplicating
  • 🎛️ Switching between custom workouts cumbersome
  • 🔔 Limited sound options

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

Boxing Timer

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • App arbitrarily turning off during workouts, specifically around 57 seconds
  • Custom timers duplicating every time they are used
  • Non-compatibility issues with older iPod Touch devices

Requested features

10 requests
  • Add 'sticks' as a sound for boxing timer
  • Voice over at the start of the round
  • Add a round limit feature
  • Integrate iPod playlists directly
  • More sound choices or ability to upload own sounds
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  • Add a secondary background timer for breaks
  • Add a progress timer through the round (e.g., beep every minute)
  • Label at the top of the screen to indicate current timer
  • Volume control feature
  • Ability to set preparation time more than 10 minutes

Round Timer Pro

Requested features

1 request
  • Ability to save workout settings

In-app purchases

None

Boxing Timer

No in-app purchases

None

Round Timer Pro

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Boxing Timer free?
Boxing Timer costs $1.99, 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, Boxing Timer or Round Timer Pro?
Round Timer Pro is rated higher. Boxing Timer averages 4.3 out of 5 from 8 ratings, while Round Timer Pro averages 5.0 from 223 ratings.
Do Boxing Timer or Round Timer Pro have ads?
Neither Boxing Timer nor Round Timer Pro shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Boxing Timer or Round Timer Pro?
Boxing Timer ships an update every 2 months, and Round Timer Pro every 6 months. Most recently, Boxing Timer was updated on October 3, 2026 and Round Timer Pro on October 3, 2026.

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