Jiu vs BJJ Round Timer
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Jiu
Log your martial arts training, track belt and stripe progression, and visualize your journey. Organize classes, record sparring sessions, and set weekly goals to stay motivated and accountable on and off the mats.
- Track belt and stripe progress
- Organize training with class calendar
- Log sparring and technique sessions
- View training analytics and streaks
- Set and complete weekly goals
- Log notes and insights
- Estimate promotion progress
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Your Jiu-Jitsu Journey, Tracked. Jiu-Jitsu Journey helps you log training, track belt and stripe progress, and stay motivated on the mats. Whether you're a white belt just starting out or a black belt refining your game, this app keeps your progress clear, consistent, and rewarding. Features: Track Belt & Stripe Progress Log promotions and visualize your journey from white to black belt. Organize Your Training with the Class Calendar Easily schedule and view upcoming classes, seminars, and events. Never miss a session again. Log Sparring & Technique Training Record each class, sparring session, and technical drill with just a few taps. View Training Analytics See charts of your sparring vs. technique balance, attendance streaks, and training volume over time. Set & Complete Weekly Goals Set personalized attendance targets and build discipline with weekly progress tracking. Log Notes & Insights Capture who you rolled with, what you learned, and key takeaways after each class. Promotion Progress Track your current rank and estimate your progress toward the next stripe or belt. Why It Matters: Progress in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu can feel slow—but with the right tools, you’ll see how far you’ve come. Jiu-Jitsu Journey gives you a visual history of your effort, helps you stay accountable, and keeps you motivated—on and off the mats. Download now and take control of your Jiu-Jitsu journey. Oss. Terms of Use: https://sites.google.com/view/jiujitsujourney/terms-of-use
BJJ Round Timer
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Train like it’s competition — anywhere. BJJ Round Timer is built for Brazilian Jiu Jitsu athletes, coaches, and gym owners who need a reliable, no-nonsense timer for every session. Whether you're rolling in your garage, running a class, or preparing for IBJJF competition, this timer is designed for the mat. FEATURES • Official IBJJF division round times — Kids, Juvenile, Adult Blue, Purple, Brown, and Black Belt • Fully customizable round durations • Configurable rest periods • Unlimited rounds mode for open mat sessions • High-contrast display for clear visibility at any distance • Cast to TVs via AirPlay or cable — perfect for gyms and competition setups • Optimized for iPhone and iPad • Landscape mode for large screens and TV casting • Audio cues for round start, end, and rest • Optional Siri shortcut support for hands-free control PERFECT FOR • Garage and home gyms • BJJ academies and competition training • IBJJF and tournament preparation • Open mats and private sessions Simple. Reliable. Built for the mat.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is device support: BJJ Round Timer at 3 against Jiu's 1. BJJ Round Timer also leads on iOS requirement (15.1 vs 17.2). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases 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. Jiu sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per month and BJJ Round Timer sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
Jiu ships an update every 6 weeks, BJJ Round Timer monthly. The most recent releases landed on October 30, 2026 and November 9, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Jiu | BJJ Round Timer |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 5.0 (7 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 7 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 6 weeks | Monthly — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Freemium | — |
| Devices | iPhone | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better |
| Requires iOS | 17.2 | 15.1 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 33 MB | 44 MB |
| Age rating | 17+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Joseph Jones | Joseph Blazer |
In-app purchases
Jiu
- Premium access7 Days trial$6.991 Month
- Premium access7 Days trial$59.991 Year
BJJ Round Timer
- Full Access$4.99









