Comparison

SparTime vs BoxBell

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

Head to head
About

SparTime

This application provides a customizable interval timer for martial arts and combat sports training. It features adjustable round and rest periods, bell alerts, and warnings before round completion. Designed for various disciplines, it offers a distraction-free interface suitable for sparring, drills, and coaching.

Highlights
  • Customizable round and rest times
  • Bell and clapper alerts
  • 10-second round end warnings
  • Clean, distraction-free interface
  • Dark mode
  • Supports various combat sports
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Train Like a Fighter – Anywhere, Anytime SparTime is the ultimate timer for martial arts and combat sports. Whether you're into boxing, MMA, Muay Thai, kickboxing, BJJ or other martial arts – this app helps you structure rounds with ease. Built by martial artists, for martial artists. Focus on your training – SparTime handles the rest. Key Features: • Custom round, rest, and rounds times • Clean, distraction-free interface • Bell alerts • 10-second clapper warnings before round end • Dark mode for low-light training • Designed for sparring, solo drills, pad work, and coaching

About

BoxBell

Features
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BoxBell is your all-in-one timer for boxing, martial arts, and fitness training. Designed for fighters and athletes of all levels, it gives you the precision and focus you need to push through every workout. With clear bell sounds, customizable rounds, and smart features, BoxBell feels like having your own corner coach in your pocket. Features: Custom Round Timer – Set the exact duration of rounds and rests. Multiple Training Modes – Perfect for boxing, MMA, kickboxing, HIIT, and circuit training. Audio Cues – Classic boxing bell sounds to start and end rounds. Background Mode – Timer keeps running even if you switch apps or lock your screen. Easy Controls – Start, pause, and reset with a single tap. Configurable Cycles – Choose the number of rounds and repetitions you need. Tablet Support – Works on both iPhone and iPad. Simple & Intuitive Design – Focus on training, not on settings.

Screenshots

SparTime4 screens
BoxBell4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is device support: BoxBell at 3 against SparTime's 1. BoxBell also leads on iOS requirement (15.1 vs 17). 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. SparTime sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per 7 days and BoxBell sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $0.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

SparTime ships an update every 4 days, BoxBell weekly. The most recent releases landed on October 3, 2026 and October 11, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 7 level
SparTime versus BoxBell: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSparTimeBoxBell
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.0 (1 ratings) — better—
Number of ratings1 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 4 days — betterWeekly
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS1715.1 — better
Further details — not scored
Size30 MB36 MB
Age rating4+12+
DeveloperMefjuDev LLCNicolas Papajorge

In-app purchases

3 purchases

SparTime

Subscriptions2
  • Weekly3 Days trial$0.997 Days
  • Yearly$14.991 Year
One-time1
  • SparTime Pro$4.99
1 purchases

BoxBell

Subscriptions1
  • Boxbell PRO$0.991 Month

Questions

Is SparTime free?
SparTime is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is BoxBell free?
BoxBell is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do SparTime or BoxBell have ads?
Neither SparTime nor BoxBell shows ads.
Which is updated more often, SparTime or BoxBell?
SparTime ships an update every 4 days, and BoxBell weekly. Most recently, SparTime was updated on October 3, 2026 and BoxBell on October 11, 2026.

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