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Gymboss Interval Timer and Stopwatch Black Blue SOFTCOAT
Last Updated: March 22, 2020 (Refresh Now)
7.7
SCORE
/10
Total Reviews
482
Old Reviews
329
Unverified
29
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0.5 meters
SIZE
14.17 grams
WEIGHT
Review Analysis - 124 recent, verified reviews
Detailed Mode
For Running
27training, hiit, galloway, walk run, run walk
+96%
-4%
" ... I have loved using this for interval running and keeping me on track. ... "
" ... Heard about it from my chiropractor who recommended trying Tabata workouts. ... I used it on the treadmill also. ... "
" ... I use this thing for timed workouts. ... "
" ... Well, my wife bought the book by Jeff Galloway and the Gym Boss. ... Got my brother one for his birthday, hope it gets him motivated to hit the trails running again. ... "
" ... Perfect for interval training or Gallaway runs. ... "
" ... Using for my rest periods during my calisthenic workouts, and it does the job. ... "
" ... Perfect for HIIT workouts. ... "
" ... I love them I use the to teach my Clients to run walk intervals. ... "
Ease of Use
24easy to set, program, easy, timer, set
+88%
-13%
" ... So easy to use. ... "
" ... Easy to program. ... "
" ... Easy to use and set number of sets and two timers. ... "
" ... It works perfectly, easy to adjust interval times, and suits my needs splendidly. ... "
" ... East to program. ... "
" ... Easy to set, easy to use, well-made. ... "
" ... The timer is so easy to use. ... "
" ... Besides finding the user interface to be difficult by some of our users, the cost and quality has met our needs. ... "
Wash Programs
10interval, little, use, running, love this timer
+80%
-20%
" ... This is a nice little Interval Timer. ... It can be set to any amount of time for either timer. ... "
" ... Great timer for galloway running. ... "
" ... Timer is use to use and works great ... "
" ... Good little timer that you can take with you. ... "
" ... This is a great, basic interval timer. ... "
" ... The timer is so easy to use. ... "
" ... I love this timer. ... "
Product Reliability
10years, working, months, lasted, first one
+30%
-70%
" ... Broke after a 1-2 months of use ... "
" ... After a year of sporadic use, one of the up/down buttons stopped working. ... "
" ... It quit working / one button will not work ... "
" ... but vibrate does not work at all this time . ... 1st order Stopped working in less than 20 days. ... only used 4 times before it malfunctioned. ... "
" ... The first one I purchased worked for about one month. ... "
Features
9interval, little, across, think, mode
+67%
-33%
" ... This is a nice little Interval Timer. ... "
" ... I like the size and functionality of this little timer. ... "
" ... Great for running super light ... "
" ... For the cost, and the functions, there is not a better portable interval timer that I have come across. ... "
Controls
7timer, interval, different buttons, button, working
+14%
-86%
" ... My only downfall is that it can be annoying to pause the timer. ... "
" ... After a year of sporadic use, one of the up/down buttons stopped working. ... "
" ... Pain in the a** to set the time interval, buttons very stiff and dont always work. ... "
" ... It quit working / one button will not work ... "
" ... instead of having a few more buttons to push,you have to hit multiple different buttons at a time to cycle through functions and therefore making things more complicated than they need to be. ... "
" ... Button functionality flaked out in about a month. ... I was able to take it apart the first time and get it to work, but a couple weeks later, one of the buttons froze up again. ... "
Comfort
7interval, buttons, workouts, timer, rest periods
+71%
-29%
" ... I'll just do a minute of the exercise then have a 20 second rest to prepare getting the weights or getting into position for the next minute workout. ... I also like that it's small so you can bring it anywhere and get your sweat on. ... "
" ... Just know it is the size of your palm. ... "
" ... Using for my rest periods during my calisthenic workouts, and it does the job. ... "
" ... And having the ability to preprogram two sets with length and number of repetitions makes following through with my stretches much easier. ... "
" ... Easy to use, easy to wear, a must is you do time training. ... "
Build Quality
7broke, unreadable, gym, first, easy to set
+71%
-29%
" ... This one feels more solid than the last and the silicone coating or whatever it is makes it feel even more durable and less likely to slide around. ... "
" ... Very convenient - easy to throw in gym bag and very small and light, comes in cool colors. ... "
" ... The are sturdy as hell and have yet to actually break one yet. ... "
" ... Durable for use with severe special ed settings! ... "
" ... This little guy is pretty durable and easy to set. ... "
Battery Life
6aaa, screen, runs, reset, rechargeable
+83%
-17%
" ... Battery life is excellent, been using it for months and I love it. ... "
" ... I use it for all my ultra long runs-the battery lasts super long hours, a lot longer than my Apple Watch or iPhone when I used their interval timers. ... "
" ... It takes one AAA battery. ... "
" ... For 20 bucks you can't beat it, and it will run one battery for almost a year depending on how often you use it. ... "
" ... The reason i gave 4 stars was because i wish it was rechargeable. ... It uses one AAA battery. ... "
Display Clarity
5display, got, first, years, vibration
-100%
" ... I will purchase again because I need it, but very disappointed in display. ... "
" ... Too small display. ... "
" ... I absolutely love the product, very very discouraging that screen is completely dead with a brand new battery after 3 weeks of use. ... "
" ... I have had his product for a little over 30 days and the display is already malfunctioning. ... "
Size
5smaller, worth, size, lightweight, easy to use
+80%
-20%
" ... The size is great too. ... "
" ... Would love a smaller version! ... "
" ... It's lightweight and inexpensive. ... "
Clock
4alarm, clock, vibrate, interval, stopwatch
+75%
-25%
" ... Great timer for interval training. ... "
" ... I can do my rehab with this timer an get it done without twisting to see a clock ... "
" ... You can set it to beep and/or vibrate at each switch from exercise to rest time and for how long it beeps/vibrates. ... "
Price
4totally, small, price, cost
+75%
-25%
" ... I have had it only 1 day but so far totally worth it!! ... "
" ... If you are ok with the price for that amount of time then it is worth it. ... "
Setup
3instructions, intuitive, complicated
+67%
-33%
" ... Pretty intuitive to set and change settings. ... "
" ... Must read instructions provided and remain patient. ... "
Volume
3enough, beep, vibration, vibrate, timers
+33%
-67%
" ... My only complaint is it doesn't beep loud enough. ... "
" ... Unlike other timers the beep is very loud and the vibrate is strong enough to notice if you have headphones in. ... "
Marketplace
3+100%
" ... Works as advertised. ... "
" ... It was exactly as expected. ... "
" ... Saw this at a TRX site. ... "
Water Resistance
3sweat, resistant, proof, waterproof, timer
-100%
" ... Today the third one did the same thing from sweat. ... "
" ... Just wish it was water proof ... "
" ... I have not dropped the timer or submerged it in water, it is clipped to my top during HIIT. ... "
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Specifications
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Size: 0.5 meters
Weight: 14.17 grams