Comparison

Box Timer Pro vs Rounds

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

Head to head
About

Box Timer Pro

This boxing timer app provides a professional-grade, distraction-free training experience. Customize rounds, rests, and utilize pre-built presets with visual and audio cues for seamless transitions. Enjoy background operation and premium features with optional subscriptions.

Highlights
  • Customizable round and rest timers
  • Pre-built workout presets
  • Visual and audio cues
  • Distraction-free interface
  • Background timer operation
  • Unlimited workout presets (premium)
  • Custom sound options (premium)
Features
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Box Timer Pro is the ultimate boxing workout companion, designed by fighters for fighters. Whether you're a professional boxer, MMA athlete, or fitness enthusiast, this app delivers a distraction-free, professional-grade timer experience. PROFESSIONAL FEATURES: • Customizable round and rest timers • Pre-built workout presets (Boxing) • Visual and audio cues for seamless transitions • Clean, distraction-free interface • Background timer operation • No ads or interruptions PREMIUM BENEFITS: • Unlimited workout presets • Custom sound options • Priority support PERFECT FOR: • Professional fighters • Boxing trainers • MMA athletes • Kickboxing enthusiasts • HIIT workout lovers • Boxing gyms WHY CHOOSE BOX TIMER PRO: • Built by fighters, for fighters • Zero distractions during training • Professional-grade accuracy • Intuitive, easy-to-use interface • Regular updates and improvements • Dedicated customer support Download Box Timer Pro today and elevate your training experience to the next level! This app uses the standard Apple Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

Rounds

Features
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The Ultimate Interval Timer for Your Workouts Rounds is the perfect interval timer for HIIT, Tabata, boxing, CrossFit, circuit training, and any workout that requires precise timing. Whether you're a beginner or an elite athlete, Rounds keeps you focused and on track. Why Choose Rounds? - Easy to set up and start instantly - Crystal clear visual and audio cues - Works with your music in the background - Customizable for any workout style - Clean, distraction-free interface - No account required - just train Perfect For: - HIIT and high-intensity interval training - Tabata workouts and protocols - Boxing and kickboxing rounds - CrossFit WODs and AMRAP sessions - Circuit training routines - Running intervals and sprints - Bodyweight and calisthenics workouts - Bootcamp and group fitness classes - Stretching and yoga flows - Any workout requiring timed intervals Key Features: - Quick Setup Create your workout in seconds. Set work time, rest time, number of rounds, and you're ready to go. No complicated menus or unnecessary steps. - Visual Countdown Large, easy-to-read timer display that you can see across the room. Perfect for group workouts or training in your garage. - Custom Workouts Build completely custom interval routines. Mix different work and rest periods, add warm-up and cool-down phases, create complex training circuits. - Background Mode Keep Rounds running in the background while you use other apps or lock your screen. Audio cues continue playing so you never miss an interval. - Color Coding Work intervals and rest periods display in different colors. Quickly identify what phase you're in with just a glance. - Save Your Workouts Create and save unlimited custom workouts. Quick access to your favorite routines means less setup time and more training time. Who Uses Rounds? - CrossFit athletes and coaches - Boxing and martial arts practitioners - Personal trainers and fitness instructors - Home workout enthusiasts - Running and cycling athletes - Yoga and Pilates instructors - Bootcamp and group fitness leaders - Anyone serious about interval training Training Protocols Made Easy: - Tabata Training The classic 20 seconds on, 10 seconds off protocol. Eight rounds of maximum intensity for incredible results in just four minutes. - HIIT Workouts High-intensity interval training with customizable work-to-rest ratios. Perfect for fat burning and cardiovascular conditioning. - Boxing Rounds Traditional boxing timer with round and rest periods. Add warning bells and get ready cues just like in the gym. - Circuit Training Create multi-exercise circuits with different timing for each station. Perfect for full-body workouts and strength circuits. - EMOM Training Every Minute On the Minute workouts where you perform an exercise at the start of each minute and rest for the remainder. How It Works: 1. Choose a preset or create custom intervals 2. Set your work time, rest time, and rounds 3. Add warm-up and cool-down if desired 4. Press start and begin training 5. Follow audio and visual cues Train Smarter with Rounds Stop fumbling with complicated timer apps during your workout. Rounds is designed by athletes for athletes. Simple, powerful, and reliable. Whether you're doing a quick Tabata session, training for a fight, crushing a CrossFit WOD, or leading a group class, Rounds has you covered. Start Training Today Download Rounds now and take your interval training to the next level. Join thousands of athletes who train smarter with the best interval timer app. Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

Box Timer Pro4 screens
Rounds4 screens

Verdict

The call

Box Timer Pro and Rounds 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 Ā· Rating Ā· Positive reviews Ā· Number of ratings Ā· Update frequency Ā· Ads Ā· In-app purchases Ā· Monetization Ā· Best chart rank Ā· Devices Ā· Requires iOS

CostPrice Ā· In-app purchases Ā· Ads Ā· Monetization

Both are free to download. Box Timer Pro sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month and Rounds sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ScorecardNo meaningful differences
Box Timer Pro versus Rounds: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterBox Timer ProRounds
PriceFreeFree
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Update frequencyEvery 4 days—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFreemium—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.115.1
Further details — not scored
Size30 MB44 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperAndrej KanuchManoj Ahirwar

In-app purchases

2 purchases

Box Timer Pro

Subscriptions2
  • Pro Access$1.991 Month
  • Pro Access$49.991 Year
4 purchases

Rounds

Subscriptions2
  • Workout App - Weekly Subscription$2.997 Days
  • Workout App - Yearly Subscription$9.991 Year
One-time2
  • Workout Interval - Lifetime Deal$12.99
  • Workout Interval - Lifetime Access$19.99

Questions

Is Box Timer Pro free?
Box Timer Pro is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Rounds free?
Rounds is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Box Timer Pro or Rounds have ads?
Neither Box Timer Pro nor Rounds shows ads.

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