Comparison

Plank Challenge vs DV Soccer Schools

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

Head to head
About

Plank Challenge

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
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Hold a 4-minute plank in just 5 weeks – no gym, no equipment, only a few minutes a day. Plank Challenge is a proven, progressive program that takes you from beginner to a 4-minute plank, step by step. HOW IT WORKS - Train 4 days, rest 3 – your muscles get time to recover and grow stronger - Progressive plan designed to prevent injury - Clear daily instructions and progress tracking - Bonus: build from 1 to 100 push-ups at your own pace WHY PLANKS? Planks strengthen your abs, back and arms at the same time. They're one of the most effective bodyweight exercises for core stability and overall strength. FEATURES - 5-week structured program - Push-up challenge from 1 to 100 - Progress tracking - Apple Music integration – your music resumes automatically after each workout - Simple, distraction-free design FOR BEGINNERS AND RETURNERS Whether you're brand new or getting back into shape, the program meets you where you are. PRO - Ad-free - 4 premium themes - Trophy Room - Advanced statistics - Lifetime access – pay once Join 127,000+ people who have built a stronger core with Plank Challenge. Download now and see what you're capable of.

About

DV Soccer Schools

Features
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Download de DV Soccer Schools app met de volgende functionaliteiten: - Aanmelden bij ons - Inplannen van trainingen - Beheren van je boekingen - Communiceren met ons - Beheren van je profiel en voorkeuren - Push notificaties over wijzigingen van de training - Synchroniseren van de agenda

Screenshots

Plank Challenge4 screens
DV Soccer Schools4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: DV Soccer Schools at none against Plank Challenge's 1. DV Soccer Schools also leads on ads (none vs shown). Plank Challenge's advantage is update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 7 months). 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. Plank Challenge sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. DV Soccer Schools asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Plank Challenge ships an update every 3 weeks, DV Soccer Schools every 7 months. The most recent releases landed on October 18, 2026 and September 21, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Plank Challenge versus DV Soccer Schools: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPlank ChallengeDV Soccer Schools
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.7 (471 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews67.6% of reviews—
Number of ratings471 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeks — betterEvery 7 months
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPod
Requires iOS16.015.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size17 MB16 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperBo KalvslundTrainin

Bugs and requests

Plank Challenge

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • 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

10 requests
  • Allow self-designed workouts
  • Integrate reminders
  • Add in-app music or motivational sounds
  • Provide explanation on different plank types
  • Include countdowns and motivational cues
Show 5 more
  • Suggest exercises for rest periods
  • Modern and minimalist design
  • Add a training plan for push-ups
  • Voice countdown for seconds
  • Dark mode option

DV Soccer Schools

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Plank Challenge

One-time1
  • Plank Challenge Pro$0.99
None

DV Soccer Schools

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Plank Challenge free?
Plank Challenge is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is DV Soccer Schools free?
DV Soccer Schools is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Plank Challenge or DV Soccer Schools have ads?
Plank Challenge shows ads; DV Soccer Schools does not.
Which is updated more often, Plank Challenge or DV Soccer Schools?
Plank Challenge ships an update every 3 weeks, and DV Soccer Schools every 7 months. Most recently, Plank Challenge was updated on October 18, 2026 and DV Soccer Schools on September 21, 2026.

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