# Plank Challenge vs Perfect Plank

Plank Challenge and Perfect Plank both sit at 4.7 stars, but that hides the real split: 66% of Plank Challenge's written reviews are positive against 50% of Perfect Plank's. Plank Challenge also leads on ratings volume (473 vs 38). On price, rating, update cadence and ads there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Plank Challenge sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Perfect Plank sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.7 for Plank Challenge against 4.7 for Perfect Plank. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Plank Challenge has 473 ratings behind it against 38, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 66% of Plank Challenge's written reviews are positive against 50% of Perfect Plank's.

Plank Challenge ships an update every 3 weeks, Perfect Plank every 6 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 2, 2026 and November 3, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Plank Challenge | Perfect Plank |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.7 (473 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/plank-challenge-core-workout/id1083360252/reviews) | **[4.7 (38 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/perfect-plank-plank-workout/id1628652510/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **473** | 38 |
| Positive reviews | **65.7% of reviews** | 50.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Every 3 weeks** | Every 6 weeks |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 17 MB | 115 MB |
| Requires iOS | **16.0** | 16.4 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Bo Kalvslund](https://appshunter.io/developer/572272193) | [Jet fitness](https://appshunter.io/developer/1647343068) |

## What reviewers say

### Plank Challenge

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/plank-challenge-core-workout/id1083360252)

This app guides you through a 5-week program to build up to a 4-minute plank. It requires no equipment and can be done in just 4 minutes daily, with rest days incorporated for recovery. It also includes a bonus push-up progression.

**Highlights:** 5-week structured plank program, Progressive push-up training, Daily workout instructions, Progress tracking, Apple Music integration, Distraction-free interface

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

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Plank Challenge Pro | $0.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Simple and effective
- 💪 Great for plank challenges
- 🎯 Helps build stamina
- ✅ Good for beginners
- ✨ Straightforward design

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🔇 Music pauses during sets
- 🎵 Lack of in-app music/motivation
- ❓ No clear guidance on plank types
- 🎛️ No timer customization
- 👎 Push-up part lacks challenge

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes after iOS 13 update
- No times displayed after iOS 13 update
- Audio mutes automatically between active and rest
- App not running after iOS 13 update

**Requested features**

- Allow self-designed workouts
- Integrate reminders
- Add in-app music or motivational sounds
- Provide explanation on different plank types
- Include countdowns and motivational cues


### Perfect Plank

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/perfect-plank-plank-workout/id1628652510)

This app offers guided plank workouts to help you lose weight, burn belly fat, and strengthen your core. It provides customizable plans, daily challenges, and helpful animations for effective home-based exercise.

**Highlights:** Customizable workout plans, 30-day challenges, Beginner-friendly exercises, No equipment required, Progress tracking, Voice coach and video tips, Offline support

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

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly | $1.99 | per month |
| Monthly | $2.99 | per month |
| Quarterly | $4.99 | per 3 months |
| Quarterly | $6.99 | per 3 months |
| Annual | $8.99 | per year |
| Annual | $14.99 | per year |
| Buy us lunch | $4.99 | one-time |
| Buy us dinner | $9.99 | one-time |
| Lifetime (Sale) | $14.99 | one-time |
| Premium | $29.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Plank Challenge free?

Plank Challenge is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Perfect Plank free?

Perfect Plank is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Plank Challenge or Perfect Plank?

Perfect Plank is rated higher. Plank Challenge averages 4.7 out of 5 from 473 ratings, while Perfect Plank averages 4.7 from 38 ratings.

### Do Plank Challenge or Perfect Plank have ads?

Both Plank Challenge and Perfect Plank show ads.

### Which is updated more often, Plank Challenge or Perfect Plank?

Plank Challenge ships an update every 3 weeks, and Perfect Plank every 6 weeks. Most recently, Plank Challenge was updated on November 2, 2026 and Perfect Plank on November 3, 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.*