# Plank Challenge vs Push Ups Personal Trainer

The clearest difference is ratings volume: Plank Challenge at 471 against Push Ups Personal Trainer's 8. Push Ups Personal Trainer's advantage is rating (5.0 vs 4.7) and iOS requirement (12.0 vs 16.0). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Plank Challenge sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Push Ups Personal Trainer sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Push Ups Personal Trainer holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Plank Challenge has 471 ratings behind it against 8, so its average is the more settled of the two.

## The numbers

| Metric | Plank Challenge | Push Ups Personal Trainer |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.7 (471 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/plank-challenge-core-workout/id1083360252/reviews) | **[5.0 (8 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/push-ups-personal-trainer/id6477778994/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **471** | 8 |
| Positive reviews | 65.7% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | — |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 17 MB | 42 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 | **12.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Bo Kalvslund](https://appshunter.io/developer/572272193) | [Adrian Strzelewicz](https://appshunter.io/developer/1718230993) |

## 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


### Push Ups Personal Trainer

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/push-ups-personal-trainer/id6477778994)

This app guides you through dynamic push-up workouts to build strength and muscles. It offers personalized training plans based on your current ability, even if you can't do a single push-up. Track your progress with logs and graphical presentations.

**Highlights:** Dynamic push-up workouts, Personalized training plans, 12 difficulty levels, Strength assessment test, Training guidance, Activity log, Graphical progress tracking

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Remove Ads | $4.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Plank Challenge free?

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

### Is Push Ups Personal Trainer free?

Push Ups Personal Trainer is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Plank Challenge or Push Ups Personal Trainer?

Push Ups Personal Trainer is rated higher. Plank Challenge averages 4.7 out of 5 from 471 ratings, while Push Ups Personal Trainer averages 5.0 from 8 ratings.

### Do Plank Challenge or Push Ups Personal Trainer have ads?

Both Plank Challenge and Push Ups Personal Trainer show ads.

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