# GymNext Flex Timer vs Roll Time

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Roll Time at 100% against GymNext Flex Timer's 72%. Roll Time also leads on rating (5.0 vs 4.8) and update cadence (weekly vs every 3 weeks). GymNext Flex Timer's advantage is ratings volume (2.1K vs 25) and device support (4 vs 2). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. GymNext Flex Timer sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $8.99 per month and Roll Time sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Roll Time holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: GymNext Flex Timer has 2.1K ratings behind it against 25, 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 100% of Roll Time's.

GymNext Flex Timer ships an update every 3 weeks, Roll Time weekly. The most recent releases landed on September 25, 2026 and September 21, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | GymNext Flex Timer | Roll Time |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.8 (2.1K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gymnext-flex-timer/id977329344/reviews) | **[5.0 (25 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/roll-time-bjj-round-timer/id6751762523/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **2.1K** | 25 |
| Positive reviews | 72.4% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | **Weekly** |
| Monetization | Free | Free |
| Size | 185 MB | 18 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.0** | 18.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Homick Enterprises](https://appshunter.io/developer/346326303) | [Alexander Tsapaev](https://appshunter.io/developer/1033012480) |

## What reviewers say

### GymNext Flex Timer

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gymnext-flex-timer/id977329344)

This app offers advanced interval training timing with customizable modes and the ability to control an external LED display. It integrates with wearables and heart rate monitors for a comprehensive workout experience.

**Highlights:** Control external LED displays, Multiple customizable timer modes (Tabata, EMOM, etc.), Save and recall favorite workouts, Apple Watch control, Audio sync with music, Heart rate monitor integration, Control multiple LED displays

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Apple Watch app, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Flex Timer Pro Monthly | $8.99 | per month |
| Flex Timer Pro Yearly | $79.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Versatile and customizable
- 👍 User-friendly interface
- 🔔 Reliable and consistent
- 💪 Excellent for interval training
- 🔊 Clear audio cues

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Audio cues sometimes stop working
- 🔊 Lack of volume control
- 🔍 Detailed instructions needed for beginners
- ⏱️ Delayed countdown between phone and timer

**Reported bugs**

- Saved timers not consistently loading
- Segmented timers not saving properly

**Requested features**

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


### Roll Time

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/roll-time-bjj-round-timer/id6751762523)

This app is a professional round timer designed for coaches in combat sports like BJJ, MMA, and boxing. It features a large, high-contrast display, customizable sound alerts, and the ability to mirror the timer to a TV for a wall-timer experience. Coaches can save unlimited presets for different training formats and even display their gym's logo.

**Highlights:** Customizable work, warning, and rest intervals, Optional prepare and cooldown phases, Unlimited saved presets for classes and drills, Loud sound and voice alerts, Smart Volume for music adjustment, High-contrast, large timer display, TV mirroring for wall-timer setup, Gym logo display

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Family Sharing, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| PRO Edition | $9.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is GymNext Flex Timer free?

GymNext Flex Timer is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Roll Time free?

Roll Time is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, GymNext Flex Timer or Roll Time?

Roll Time is rated higher. GymNext Flex Timer averages 4.8 out of 5 from 2.1K ratings, while Roll Time averages 5.0 from 25 ratings.

### Do GymNext Flex Timer or Roll Time have ads?

Neither GymNext Flex Timer nor Roll Time shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, GymNext Flex Timer or Roll Time?

GymNext Flex Timer ships an update every 3 weeks, and Roll Time weekly. Most recently, GymNext Flex Timer was updated on September 25, 2026 and Roll Time on September 21, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*