Comparison

Rounds vs Boxing Chrono

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

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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/

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Boxing Chrono

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Boxing Chrono is a clean, distraction-free boxing timer built for rounds, rest, and real training. Set your round time, rest time, and number of rounds — then hit start. The timer guides every round so you can stay focused on your workout. Perfect for boxing, Muay Thai, MMA, HIIT, and conditioning sessions — whether you’re training at home, in the gym, or outdoors. No ads. No accounts. Works offline. One-time purchase. No subscriptions. Train with structure and stay focused. Whether you’re doing pad work, heavy bag rounds, sparring, shadowboxing, or conditioning circuits, Boxing Chrono keeps your session moving with clear round/rest timing. Designed for fighters, coaches, and anyone training with timed rounds. Built to be fast and simple: Set your round duration Set your rest duration Choose how many rounds (or keep it open‑ended) Start your workout and let the timer guide every round Great for: Boxing / Muay Thai rounds Gym workout MMA rounds and conditioning HIIT intervals, circuits, and tabata‑style workouts Home training, gym sessions, or outdoor workouts It’s a great Boxing Timer & Interval Timer! Key Features Custom rounds: round length, rest length, and total rounds Large countdown display designed for quick glances Round + rest flow made for real training sessions Bell mode option for a classic fight‑timer feel Offline by design: no internet required No ads, no tracking, no account required

Screenshots

Rounds4 screens
Boxing Chrono4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is iOS requirement: Rounds at 15.1 against Boxing Chrono's 26.2. On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support 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. Rounds sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days and Boxing Chrono sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Scorecard1 real difference · 5 level
Rounds versus Boxing Chrono: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterRoundsBoxing Chrono
PriceFreeFree
Update frequency—Every 4 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.1 — better26.2
Further details — not scored
Size44 MB15 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperManoj AhirwarIoannis Kyritsis

In-app purchases

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
1 purchases

Boxing Chrono

One-time1
  • Unlock Boxing Chrono$0.99

Questions

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

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