Comparison

Spar Time vs GrappleTimer

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

Head to head
About

Spar Time

This app provides a customizable round timer for boxing, HIIT, and interval training. It features dynamic color-coded stages, sound alerts, and background operation to keep users focused and on schedule during workouts.

Highlights
  • Customizable round, warm-up, and rest durations
  • Up to 15 rounds support
  • Color-coded stages for warm-up, fight, and rest
  • Sound and vibration alerts for transitions
  • Background operation
  • Dark mode support
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Spar Time – The Ultimate Boxing Round Timer! Take your boxing and fitness training to the next level with Spar Time, a fully customizable round timer designed for fighters, athletes, and HIIT enthusiasts. Whether you're sparring, hitting the heavy bag, or doing interval training, Spar Time keeps you on track with a clear visual timer, sound alerts, and smooth transitions between rounds. Key Features: Customizable Timer Settings – Adjust the warm-up, fight, and rest durations to fit your training needs. Set up to 15 rounds to match real fight conditions. Dynamic Stage Colors & Animations – Instantly recognize whether you're warming up (blue), fighting (red), or resting (green) with color-coded backgrounds and smooth transitions. Clear & Simple Interface – Large, easy-to-read timer with a monospace digital clock, round counter, and progress indicator. Start, Pause & Reset Anytime – Control the timer with responsive buttons and a confirmation prompt before resetting. Sound & Vibration Alerts – Stay focused with boxing bell sounds for transitions and optional muting when you need silence. Auto-Pause When Editing Settings – Need to tweak your rounds? The timer automatically pauses and resumes once settings are saved. Dark Mode Support – Seamlessly adapts to light or dark mode for better visibility in any environment. Works in the Background – No interruptions! The timer continues even if you switch apps. Perfect For: Boxers & MMA Fighters – Structure your rounds like a real fight with proper timing. HIIT & Interval Workouts – Optimize your rest and work periods for maximum gains. Trainers & Coaches – Guide students through organized and effective training sessions. Anyone Who Wants Precision in Their Workouts! Get Ready for Your Best Workout Yet! No more guessing break times or losing track of rounds – Spar Time keeps you focused, disciplined, and on schedule. Download now and start training like a pro!

About

GrappleTimer

Features
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The Ultimate Training Timer for Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, MMA, and Combat Sports GrappleTimer is the essential training companion for grapplers and martial artists. Designed specifically for BJJ, wrestling, and MMA training, this powerful yet simple timer keeps you focused on what matters most – your technique and conditioning. CORE FEATURES • Customizable Round Timers – Set precise round and rest durations to match your training style • Smart Audio Cues – Distinct bells, horns, and clapper warnings keep you informed without looking at your phone • End-of-Round Warnings – Configurable clapper alerts (10, 20, or 30 seconds) help you push through those final moments • Multiple Training Presets – Quick-start options for competition rounds, drilling sessions, and custom workouts • Spotify Integration – Seamlessly control your training playlist without leaving the app • Background Audio Ducking – Music automatically adjusts volume for timer sounds PERFECT FOR • Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu rounds and positional sparring • Wrestling and grappling drills • MMA training sessions • Boxing and Muay Thai rounds • HIIT and circuit training • Strength and conditioning workouts TRAINING MODES Competition Rounds – Match official IBJJF timing (5-10 minute rounds) Drilling Sessions – Extended rounds for technique development Positional Sparring – Short, intense rounds for specific positions Custom Workouts – Create your perfect training rhythm DESIGNED BY GRAPPLERS, FOR GRAPPLERS Every feature has been carefully crafted based on real mat time. The interface stays clear and readable even when you're exhausted. Large buttons work with sweaty hands. Audio cues cut through gym noise. ADVANCED FEATURES • Landscape orientation for easy visibility across the gym • Screen stays awake during training (optional) • Start delay countdown for getting into position • Session history tracking (coming soon) NO SUBSCRIPTIONS, NO ADS Whether you're preparing for competition, improving your conditioning, or just getting in solid mat time, GrappleTimer helps you train smarter and harder. Download GrappleTimer today and elevate your training.

Screenshots

Spar Time4 screens
GrappleTimer3 screens

Verdict

The call

Spar Time and GrappleTimer are too close to call on the numbers: across 5 compared parameters — price, ads, in-app purchases and device support among them — neither pulls far enough ahead to decide it. What separates them is feature set and interface, not measurable difference.

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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ScorecardNo meaningful differences
Spar Time versus GrappleTimer: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSpar TimeGrappleTimer
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (2 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings2 — better—
Update frequency—Daily
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPad — better
Requires iOS16.6 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size1 MB4 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperRelja BulajicBEN REEVE

In-app purchases

None

Spar Time

No in-app purchases

None

GrappleTimer

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Spar Time free?
Spar Time is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is GrappleTimer free?
GrappleTimer is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Spar Time or GrappleTimer have ads?
Neither Spar Time nor GrappleTimer shows ads.

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