Comparison

RoxSIM vs Hyrox Workout & Timer

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

Head to head
About

RoxSIM

Features
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RoxSIM is the first race simulator built for HYROX and DEKA athletes. Simulate full events with accurate run/station splits, real-time pacing guidance, transition enforcement, audio coaching, fatigue tracking, and performance analytics—so you train like race day, not guesswork. Prepare for HYROX and DEKA formats (Strong, Mile, Fit) with realistic simulations of run segments, sled push/pull, burpee broad jumps, row, SkiErg, AirBike, farmer’s carry, wall balls, lunges, med-ball work, and transitions. Get prompts like “Slow run pace 8%” or “You’re 10s ahead of last DEKA sim” to keep you on strategy. Core features HYROX & DEKA race simulations (Strong, Mile, Fit) - Real-time pacing guidance & audio coaching - Precise run/station split tracking & race time prediction - Fatigue/efficiency modeling and transition timing - Custom simulation builder & training history - Strategy planning: identify weak segments, balance strength vs endurance Why it matters - Train with exact race structure: loads, sequencing, pacing, fatigue patterns - Enforce transitions (no cheating) and manage energy like on-course - Improve where you actually lose time, not with random workouts Built for - HYROX athletes, DEKA Strong/Mile/Fit competitors, hybrid fitness racers, coaches, and anyone who needs a true race simulator instead of a basic timer. Any setup, anywhere - Gym, studio, garage, or limited equipment - RoxSIM adapts. Simulate sleds, carries, wall balls, and runs with alternatives so you can prep anytime. Stop guessing readiness. Start training like you’ve already seen the course. Download RoxSIM and get race-day ready every day.

About

Hyrox Workout & Timer

This app provides a dedicated timer and tracker for HYROX training sessions. It allows users to customize workouts, track progress with detailed analytics, and earn rewards. It syncs seamlessly between iPhone and Apple Watch.

Highlights
  • Customizable workout modes
  • Live distance tracking
  • Session history and analytics
  • XP and badge rewards system
  • Daily, weekly, and monthly challenges
  • iPhone and Apple Watch sync
Features
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HYROX is the training timer that stays out of your way. Start a session, tap when you complete a station, and keep moving. The app handles timing and structure so you can focus on the work. - Choose your mode: Official Race, Templates, Custom, or Saved Trainings. - Build custom sessions your way: add stations, set meters/reps/seconds, reorder, and save. - Track live distance on supported segments with optional location tracking. - Pause, resume, skip, and undo recent actions when needed. - Review full session history with split times. - Switch between metric and imperial units. - Works on iPhone and Apple Watch with automatic sync for active sessions, settings, saved trainings, and history. Every session you finish also moves you forward: - Earn XP for every session and level up as you go - Unlock 72 bronze, silver and gold badges — station mastery, race times from sub-2:00 down to sub-1:00, negative splits, tidy roxzones, personal records, training streaks - Daily, weekly and monthly challenges that refresh on their own - Per-station analytics: your best and average time on every station, plus run splits - Roxzone tracking that shows how much time disappears between stations - Race time trend and a projected finish measured against your goal time - XP and levels reach the Apple Watch app too Questions or feedback? Contact us from Settings. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://makerbox.notion.site/Hyrox-Privacy-Policy-307d30b69c44812284aeffe8c14f33cb

Screenshots

RoxSIM4 screens
Hyrox Workout & Timer4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is iOS requirement: RoxSIM at 15.0 against Hyrox Workout & Timer's 17.0. 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. RoxSIM sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per year and Hyrox Workout & Timer sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

RoxSIM ships an update weekly, Hyrox Workout & Timer every 6 days. The most recent releases landed on October 6, 2026 and October 11, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference · 8 level
RoxSIM versus Hyrox Workout & Timer: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterRoxSIMHyrox Workout & Timer
PriceFreeFree
Rating—1.0 (1 ratings) — better
Number of ratings—1 — better
Update frequencyWeeklyEvery 6 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
Monetization—Free with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, Apple Watch
Requires iOS15.0 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size45 MB34 MB
Age rating4+4+
Developerfrank vitettaDenis Kulkov

In-app purchases

5 purchases

RoxSIM

Subscriptions3
  • Monthly Subscription$4.991 Year
  • UK$4.991 Month
  • Pro Access$49.991 Year
One-time2
  • Frank the Tank Unlock$4.99
  • Hyrox Pack Unlock$7.99
4 purchases

Hyrox Workout & Timer

Subscriptions3
  • Monthly7 Days trial$3.991 Month
  • Weekly7 Days trial$3.997 Days
  • Yearly7 Days trial$39.991 Year
One-time1
  • Lifetime access$19.99

Questions

Is RoxSIM free?
RoxSIM is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Hyrox Workout & Timer free?
Hyrox Workout & Timer is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do RoxSIM or Hyrox Workout & Timer have ads?
Neither RoxSIM nor Hyrox Workout & Timer shows ads.
Which is updated more often, RoxSIM or Hyrox Workout & Timer?
RoxSIM ships an update weekly, and Hyrox Workout & Timer every 6 days. Most recently, RoxSIM was updated on October 6, 2026 and Hyrox Workout & Timer on October 11, 2026.

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