Boxing Timer vs Round Timer Pro
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
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.
- 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
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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.
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.
- Customizable rounds
- Reaction Training Mode
- Intra-round signals
- Authentic sound cues
- Visual cues and color indicators
- Split rounds into segments
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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
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Verdict
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 (#180 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
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.
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.
Boxing Timer ships an update every 2 months, Round Timer Pro every 6 months. Both last shipped on October 3, 2026.
| Parameter | Boxing Timer | Round Timer Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $1.99 | Free — better |
| Rating | 4.3 (8 ratings) | 5.0 (223 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 96.6% of reviews | 97.2% of reviews — better |
| Number of ratings | 8 | 223 — better |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months — better | Every 6 months |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | Free |
| Best chart rank | #180 — better | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 9.0 — better | 13.4 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 19 MB | 24 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Effortless Code Limited | Solid Solutions OU |
Customer experience
Boxing Timer
Round Timer Pro
User reviews
Boxing Timer
From 8 App Store ratingsWhat 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 ratingsWhat 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
Boxing Timer
No in-app purchases
Round Timer Pro
No in-app purchases
Questions
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