Comparison

Cross Timer vs Calibase

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

Head to head
About

Cross Timer

This interval timer app is designed for various fitness training styles like CrossFit, HIIT, and Hyrox. It offers customizable timers for EMOM, Tabata, and AMRAP workouts, along with a workout journal and history to track progress.

Highlights
  • EMOM, Tabata, and AMRAP timers
  • Custom workout builder
  • Workout history and journal
  • Large, easy-to-read clock
  • Minimalist design
  • Progress tracking
Features
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Cross Timer & Workout Recorder is an interval timer for CrossFit, HIIT, Hyrox and functional fitness – now with built-in video recording. Run EMOM, AMRAP, Tabata, For Time or custom intervals, keep every second under control, and film your WODs with the clock on screen for competition qualifiers, online throwdowns and coach reviews. RECORD YOUR WOD WITH THE TIMER ON SCREEN Submitting a score for the Open, a qualifier or an online competition? Record your workout with the running clock visible in the video from the first rep to the last, so judges can see exactly how long it took. The camera and the timer have separate controls, so you decide when to start recording and when to start the clock – set up your phone, get into position and go. No second phone, no separate stopwatch, no editing. • Video Recording with Timer – Film any WOD with the clock on screen • Separate Controls – Start the camera and the timer independently and stay in control of both • Proof for Competitions – Ideal for the Open, qualifiers, online throwdowns and judged scores • Coach Review – Share your video to check movement standards and technique WORKOUT TIMERS • EMOM Timer – Every Minute On the Minute workouts made simple • Tabata Timer – Classic 20/10 intervals and fully customizable rounds • AMRAP Mode – Track as many rounds as possible with precision • For Time – Beat the clock and improve performance • Custom Workout Builder – Create your own interval structures and training sessions • Large, Easy-to-Read Clock – Visible across the gym, even mid-workout • Minimal & Focused Design – No distractions during training WORKOUT HISTORY & JOURNAL Every WOD is saved automatically. Reuse previous timer settings in one tap, rename workouts, edit past sessions and keep notes on your performance – finish time, AMRAP rounds, reps, weights used, scores or anything else that matters for tracking progress. Built for athletes, coaches and anyone serious about training – at home, in the gym or with a team. Whether you're chasing a PR or recording your qualifier score, Cross Timer keeps the clock honest. Download Cross Timer and start your next WOD. Terms of Use (EULA): https://emomworkouts.com/terms-of-use

About

Calibase

Features
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Track your calisthenics progress and celebrate every milestone with Calibase. Log your pull-ups, rows, dips, push-ups, and squats — set by set. Choose from variations like chin-ups, wide grip, neutral grip, and more. Add weight when training weighted, or leave it blank for pure bodyweight. Earn over 170 medals as you hit new personal bests — your first rep, your first weighted set, and everything in between. Every workout is saved to your device. No account required, no data collected, no distractions. EARN MEDALS AS YOU PROGRESS Calibase tracks 75 milestones across 5 exercises — from your first rep to cumulative rep totals and heavy weighted sets. Each medal marks real progress you've earned. SIMPLE, FOCUSED LOGGING • 5 core calisthenics exercises • Log reps and optional added weight per set • Review your full workout history grouped by date • Delete sessions you don't need YOUR DATA STAYS ON DEVICE No account. No subscription. No cloud sync. Your workouts live on your phone. Dark mode ready.

Screenshots

Cross Timer4 screens
Calibase4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Calibase at none against Cross Timer's 3. Calibase also leads on update cadence (every 2 days vs every 4 weeks). On price, ads, device support and iOS requirement 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. Cross Timer sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Calibase asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Cross Timer ships an update every 4 weeks, Calibase every 2 days. Both last shipped on October 31, 2026.

Scorecard2 real differences · 7 level
Cross Timer versus Calibase: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterCross TimerCalibase
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (1 ratings) — better—
Number of ratings1 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 4 weeksEvery 2 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPad — betteriPhone
Requires iOS16.616.4 — better
Further details — not scored
Size13 MB54 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperHanna BlashchukChad Murobayashi

In-app purchases

3 purchases

Cross Timer

Subscriptions2
  • Video Mode Monthly$2.991 Month
  • Video Mode Yearly$19.991 Year
One-time1
  • Video Mode Lifetime$29.99
None

Calibase

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Cross Timer free?
Cross Timer is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Calibase free?
Calibase is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Cross Timer or Calibase have ads?
Neither Cross Timer nor Calibase shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Cross Timer or Calibase?
Cross Timer ships an update every 4 weeks, and Calibase every 2 days. Most recently, Cross Timer was updated on October 31, 2026 and Calibase on October 31, 2026.

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