# Playbook vs PitPat

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Playbook at 79% against PitPat's 32%. Playbook also leads on rating (4.9 vs 3.9) and ratings volume (37K vs 58). PitPat's advantage is monetization model (free with in-app purchases vs subscription). On price, ads, in-app purchases and chart position there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Playbook sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $14.99 per month and PitPat sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Playbook holds the better App Store score, 4.9 against 3.9. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Playbook has 37K ratings behind it against 58, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 79% of Playbook's written reviews are positive against 32% of PitPat's.

Playbook ships an update every 4 days, PitPat every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 2, 2026 and October 30, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Playbook | PitPat |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.9 (37K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/playbook-trainers-and-workouts/id1107266414/reviews)** | [3.9 (58 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pitpat/id1598065258/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **37K** | 58 |
| Positive reviews | **79.2% of reviews** | 32.4% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 4 days** | Every 2 weeks |
| Monetization | Subscription | **Free with in-app purchases** |
| Best chart rank | **#176** | #187 |
| Size | 173 MB | 880 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.0** | 15.1 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [Playbook Technologies Inc](https://appshunter.io/developer/1079309001) | [JOYFIT INC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1598065260) |

## What reviewers say

### Playbook

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/playbook-trainers-and-workouts/id1107266414)

**Currently charting:** #176 Top Free · Health & Fitness (US App Store)

Access thousands of workouts and classes from top fitness influencers, trainers, and athletes. Support your favorite creators directly with your subscription. Workout at home, at the gym, or while traveling with offline downloads and live streaming options.

**Highlights:** Creator-supported workouts, Thousands of classes and programs, Direct communication with creators, Offline workout downloads, Live streaming classes, Wellness guides (nutrition, mindset), Progress tracking

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Playbook Premium | $14.99 | per month |
| Playbook Premium | $99.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 💪 Challenging and effective workouts
- 🙌 Variety of trainers and workout styles
- 📈 Helpful for tracking progress
- 🤩 Motivating and inspiring content
- 🤖 Easy to use and navigate

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🤔 Inconsistent customer support
- 🔍 Difficulty finding specific workouts
- 🧠 Lack of customization options
- 💳 Unexpected charges and subscription issues
- 🔌 Technical issues with the app

**Reported bugs**

- Videos not loading or playing correctly
- Workout data not syncing or saving properly
- Login and account management problems

**Requested features**

- Weight and rep tracking
- Nutrition and meal planning integration
- More video angles and exercise demonstrations
- Ability to create custom workout routines


### PitPat

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pitpat/id1598065258)

**Currently charting:** #187 Top Free · Health & Fitness (US App Store)

This app offers an immersive running competition platform with various match types and interactive features. It provides professional running services, personalized training, and data analysis to enhance your fitness journey. Connect with runners globally and enjoy a dynamic, engaging fitness experience.

**Highlights:** Immersive running competitions, 1VS1 dual matches, Virtual and real-world running tracks, Character customization, Real-time voice/bullet screen interaction, Personalized training courses, Heart rate tracking and data analysis

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

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| pitpat-ai-subscribe-month | $9.99 | per month |
| PitPat Monthly | $9.99 | per month |
| PitPat Monthly | $9.99 | per month |
| PitPat Quarterly | $28.99 | per 3 months |
| PitPat Yearly | $89.99 | per year |
| PitPat Yearly | $99.99 | per year |
| Yearly PitPat | $109.99 | per year |
| Special Yearly PitPat | $109.99 | per year |
| PitPat One Month | $12.99 | one-time |
| PitPat Monthly Pass | $16.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Engaging races and competitions
- 💰 Ability to earn rewards and cash
- 👍 Variety of seasonal updates and challenges
- 🎮 Immersive fitness experience

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Frequent app crashes and disconnections
- 🤖 Concerns about cheating and bots
- 🤔 Confusing and cluttered user interface
- 🚫 Inability to listen to own music
- 🔌 Bluetooth connectivity issues

**Reported bugs**

- Workouts not properly tracked or recorded
- Frequent app crashes and freezes
- Connectivity issues with Bluetooth and WiFi
- Inaccurate data reporting and syncing

**Requested features**

- Automatic sync with Apple Health/Watch
- More customization options for workouts
- Ability to listen to own music during workouts
- Improved stability and reliability
- Better customer support and communication


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Playbook free?

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

### Is PitPat free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Playbook or PitPat?

Playbook is rated higher. Playbook averages 4.9 out of 5 from 37K ratings, while PitPat averages 3.9 from 58 ratings.

### Do Playbook or PitPat have ads?

Neither Playbook nor PitPat shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Playbook or PitPat?

Playbook ships an update every 4 days, and PitPat every 2 weeks. Most recently, Playbook was updated on November 2, 2026 and PitPat on October 30, 2026.

### Which is more popular, Playbook or PitPat?

Playbook currently peaks at #176 in the App Store charts, and PitPat at #187. Chart position reflects recent download velocity rather than total install base.

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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.*