Comparison

CLI Conservatory Online vs GiaNina

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

Head to head
About

CLI Conservatory Online

Access elite dance training from world-renowned choreographers on-demand. Explore a vast library of classes in every style, from hip-hop to ballet, on any device. Start with a 7-day free trial to experience conservatory-level instruction.

Highlights
  • On-demand dance classes
  • World-renowned choreographers
  • All major dance styles
  • Multi-device access
  • 7-day free trial
Features
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TRAIN LIKE A CONSERVATORY DANCER Bringing the elite CLI Conservatory dance training with world-renowned choreographers straight to your phone, laptop, tablet, or smart TV. HOW TO JOIN THE CONSERVATORY ONLINE APP Download the app and get started with a 7-day Free Trial for instant access to our library of on-demand classes in every style, taught by the world’s best choreographers. Conservatory Online is just $199.99/year after your 7-day free trial. CLASSES IN ALL STYLES Try classes in all major dance styles including hip-hop, contemporary, jazz, ballet, tap, lyrical, musical theatre, ballroom, modern, yoga, and more. WORLD-RENOWNED INSTRUCTORS Get training from some of the world’s most notable choreographers and instructors. They’re here to encourage you to reach your goals. Subscription Terms: Conservatory Online offers an annual subscription for $199.99 USD/year. You can get started by signing up for a 7-Day Free Trial and will be billed at the end of your trial to the method used to register unless you choose to cancel. Your membership will automatically renew unless otherwise cancelled 24 hours prior to your renewal. By completing your purchase you certify that you understand and agree to the Terms of Use (https://members.clistudios.com/pages/term_of_use) and Privacy Policy (https://members.clistudios.com/pages/privacy_policy).

About

GiaNina

Access exclusive content directly from a popular dancer and choreographer, including behind-the-scenes looks, tutorials, and music updates. Discover upcoming events and join a supportive fan community focused on movement and self-expression.

Highlights
  • Exclusive behind-the-scenes content
  • Dance and music tutorials
  • Updates on collaborations and surprises
  • Information on in-person events and streaming classes
  • Fan community for connection and support
  • Content directly from the creator
Features
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GiaNina is a powerhouse dancer, choreographer, performer, and content creator who first captured global audiences on Dance Moms and has since built a worldwide following of over 6 million fans across TikTok, Instagram, YouTube and Snapchat. From performing on Broadway to shaping viral dance culture online, her journey blends discipline, expression, and fearless creativity. This app brings fans behind the scenes with exclusive content shared directly by GiaNina. From dance moments and music drops to collaborations, updates, tutorials and special surprises, everything here comes straight from her world - in real time. Discover upcoming in-person events and streaming classes, stay connected to what's next, and be part of a fan community built around movement, positivity, and self-expression. The space is designed to feel safe, fun, inspiring, and welcoming - where creativity leads and respect matters. Whether you're dancing along at home, showing up to events, or following the journey as it unfolds, this is where fans connect, support one another, and grow together. This is more than an app — it's a community. Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Terms of Service: https://gianinamedia.com/terms-of-service/ Privacy Policy: https://gianinamedia.com/privacy-policy

Screenshots

CLI Conservatory Online4 screens
GiaNina4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is monetization model: GiaNina at free against CLI Conservatory Online's subscription. GiaNina also leads on update cadence (weekly vs monthly). CLI Conservatory Online's advantage is review sentiment (36% vs 0%) and ratings volume (992 vs 10). On price, rating, ads and in-app purchases 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. CLI Conservatory Online sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $29.99 per month and GiaNina sells 16 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

CLI Conservatory Online holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 4.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: CLI Conservatory Online has 992 ratings behind it against 10, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 36% of CLI Conservatory Online's written reviews are positive against 0% of GiaNina's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

CLI Conservatory Online ships an update monthly, GiaNina weekly. The most recent releases landed on October 13, 2026 and October 14, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
CLI Conservatory Online versus GiaNina: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterCLI Conservatory OnlineGiaNina
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.6 (992 ratings) — better4.4 (10 ratings)
Positive reviews35.6% of reviews — better0.0% of reviews
Number of ratings992 — better10
Update frequencyMonthlyWeekly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationSubscriptionFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone
Requires iOS15.0 — better26.0
Further details — not scored
Size65 MB229 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperCLI StudiosGiaNina Media LLC

Customer experience

CLI Conservatory Online

All ratings992 ratings
Positive89.8%
Neutral2.2%
Negative8.0%
Written reviews73 reviews
Positive35.6%
Neutral2.7%
Negative61.6%

GiaNina

All ratings10 ratings
Positive80.0%
Neutral10.0%
Negative10.0%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%

Bugs and requests

CLI Conservatory Online

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • Login issues and inability to access account
  • Classes not loading or displaying JSON errors
  • Subscription charges despite cancelled trials
  • Inability to unsubscribe or manage account

Requested features

5 requests
  • Add closed captioning for hearing-impaired users
  • Implement Chromecast/TV casting functionality
  • Improve video playback controls (rewind, fast-forward)
  • Provide better curation and organization of classes
  • Allow users to save/bookmark favorite classes

GiaNina

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

2 purchases

CLI Conservatory Online

Subscriptions2
  • Monthly Sub (deprecated)7 Days trial$29.991 Month
  • Annual Subscription7 Days trial$199.991 Year
16 purchases

GiaNina

Subscriptions1
  • Backstage Access Monthly$4.991 Month
One-time15
  • $1 Price Tier$0.99
  • Premium Post$0.99
  • $3 Price Tier$2.99
Show 12 more
  • Premium Post$2.99
  • $5 Price Tier$4.99
  • Streaming Event Ticket$4.99
  • Premium Post$4.99
  • $10 Price Tier$9.99
  • Premium Post$9.99
  • $15 Price Tier$14.99
  • Streaming Event Ticket$14.99
  • Premium Post$14.99
  • $20 Price Tier$19.99
  • Streaming Event Ticket$19.99
  • Premium Post$19.99

Questions

Is CLI Conservatory Online free?
CLI Conservatory Online is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is GiaNina free?
GiaNina is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, CLI Conservatory Online or GiaNina?
CLI Conservatory Online is rated higher. CLI Conservatory Online averages 4.6 out of 5 from 992 ratings, while GiaNina averages 4.4 from 10 ratings.
Do CLI Conservatory Online or GiaNina have ads?
Neither CLI Conservatory Online nor GiaNina shows ads.
Which is updated more often, CLI Conservatory Online or GiaNina?
CLI Conservatory Online ships an update monthly, and GiaNina weekly. Most recently, CLI Conservatory Online was updated on October 13, 2026 and GiaNina on October 14, 2026.

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