Comparison

Plank Challenge vs Plank Labs

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

Plank Labs

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Build a stronger plank with a simple, structured plan. Plank Labs removes the guesswork. Each session tells you exactly what to do — so you can focus on holding clean form and improving over time. Whether you're starting out or pushing your limits, Plank Labs adapts to your current level and helps you progress consistently. No noise. No complexity. Just clear sessions and measurable progress. • Structured plank sessions — clear sets, no guesswork • Adaptive progression — adjusts based on your performance • Track your best hold and progress over time • Clean, distraction-free interface • Fully offline — no accounts, no tracking • One-time unlock — no subscriptions Focus on quality, not just time. Plank Labs encourages clean form and controlled holds — helping you build real strength, not just longer but weaker holds. Start today. Stay consistent. Get stronger.

Screenshots

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Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is device support: Plank Challenge at 2 against Plank Labs's —. On price, in-app purchases 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 and Plank Labs sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
Plank Challenge versus Plank Labs: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPlank ChallengePlank Labs
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.7 (471 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews65.7% of reviews—
Number of ratings471 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeks—
AdsYes—
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPad — better—
Requires iOS16.0 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size17 MB3 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperBo KalvslundJustin van Wijngaarden

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
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  • Suggest exercises for rest periods
  • Modern and minimalist design
  • Add a training plan for push-ups
  • Voice countdown for seconds
  • Dark mode option

Plank Labs

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Plank Challenge

One-time1
  • Plank Challenge Pro$0.99
1 purchases

Plank Labs

One-time1
  • Plank Labs$3.99

Questions

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

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