Comparison

GymNext Flex Timer vs CrossFit Conway

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

Head to head
About

GymNext Flex Timer

This app revolutionizes interval training by combining powerful workout programming with optional control of large LED displays. Plan, manage, and share custom workouts for various fitness disciplines, with features like Apple Watch control and heart rate monitor integration.

Highlights
  • Workout programming and control
  • Optional LED display integration
  • Multiple timer modes (Tabata, EMOM, etc.)
  • Workout sharing and library
  • Apple Watch hands-free control
  • Heart rate monitor integration
  • Control multiple timers simultaneously
Features
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Meet the future of interval training. GymNext Flex Timer is the only timer app that combines powerful workout programming with control of large, wall-mounted LED displays—giving you the best of both worlds. Traditional gym timers rely on clunky remotes and are difficult to use. Mobile apps are flexible, but hard to see across the room. Flex Timer solves both. Build and control your workouts from your phone while displaying them on bright, easy-to-read LED screens anywhere in your gym. Perfect for HIIT, CrossFit, circuits, bootcamps, boxing, MMA, strength training, and more. Features: • Use the app on its own or connect to GymNext LED displays for maximum visibility • Core timer modes include Count Up/Down, Round, Tabata, EMOM, Mixed Intervals, and Sets with Rest • Plan your personal workouts or full classes in advance—everything ready in one tap • Share timers with athletes and trainers instantly using simple links • Save workouts to your library for quick access • Control your timer from Apple Watch—completely hands-free • Smart audio sync keeps your music and timer cues perfectly aligned • Connect multiple Bluetooth heart rate monitors and track performance in real time • Set custom heart rate zones for better training feedback • Control multiple timers across your gym at the same time • Run different workouts simultaneously for group training • Reliable Bluetooth control with no line-of-sight limitations “This will eventually become the standard for all gyms” – Garage Gym Reviews “All our coaches love the clock” – CrossFit Barrie “We love it to death” – Wolverine Strength & Conditioning Download Flex Timer and upgrade the way you train. We’re always improving. Have feedback? Reach us at support@gymnext.com

About

CrossFit Conway

This app allows members of a specific gym to book their spot in classes, register for gym events, and manage their personal account details. Users can update their profile picture and payment information.

Highlights
  • Class reservations
  • Gym event sign-ups
  • Account management
  • Profile picture updates
  • Payment information updates
Features
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For members of CrossFit Conway to reserve their place in a class, sign up for gym events, and general account management like updating headshots and credit card on file.

Screenshots

GymNext Flex Timer4 screens
CrossFit Conway4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: GymNext Flex Timer at 72% against CrossFit Conway's 0%. GymNext Flex Timer also leads on rating (4.8 vs 2.0) and ads (none vs shown). CrossFit Conway's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 2). On price, 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. GymNext Flex Timer sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $8.99 per month. CrossFit Conway asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

GymNext Flex Timer holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 2.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: GymNext Flex Timer has 2.2K ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 72% of GymNext Flex Timer's written reviews are positive against 0% of CrossFit Conway's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

GymNext Flex Timer ships an update every 2 weeks, CrossFit Conway every 5 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 9, 2026 and November 3, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard7 real differences · 3 level
GymNext Flex Timer versus CrossFit Conway: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterGymNext Flex TimerCrossFit Conway
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.8 (2.2K ratings) — better2.0 (1 ratings)
Positive reviews71.7% of reviews — better0.0% of reviews
Number of ratings2.2K — better1
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeks — betterEvery 5 weeks
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFreemiumAd-supported — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch — betteriPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.015
Further details — not scored
Size187 MB93 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperHomick EnterprisesEmbody Health, LLC

Customer experience

GymNext Flex Timer

All ratings2,181 ratings
Positive96.6%
Neutral1.1%
Negative2.3%
Written reviews173 reviews
Positive71.7%
Neutral6.4%
Negative22.0%

CrossFit Conway

All ratings1 ratings
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%

Bugs and requests

GymNext Flex Timer

Reported bugs

2 issues
  • Saved timers not consistently loading
  • Segmented timers not saving properly

Requested features

4 requests
  • Watch app integration for remote control
  • Background audio playback when app is closed
  • Customizable voice options
  • Lap timer functionality

CrossFit Conway

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

2 purchases

GymNext Flex Timer

Subscriptions2
  • Flex Timer Pro Monthly7 Days trial$8.991 Month
  • Flex Timer Pro Yearly1 Month trial$79.991 Year
None

CrossFit Conway

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is GymNext Flex Timer free?
GymNext Flex Timer is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is CrossFit Conway free?
CrossFit Conway is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, GymNext Flex Timer or CrossFit Conway?
GymNext Flex Timer is rated higher. GymNext Flex Timer averages 4.8 out of 5 from 2.2K ratings, while CrossFit Conway averages 2.0 from 1 ratings.
Do GymNext Flex Timer or CrossFit Conway have ads?
CrossFit Conway shows ads; GymNext Flex Timer does not.
Which is updated more often, GymNext Flex Timer or CrossFit Conway?
GymNext Flex Timer ships an update every 2 weeks, and CrossFit Conway every 5 weeks. Most recently, GymNext Flex Timer was updated on November 9, 2026 and CrossFit Conway on November 3, 2026.

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