Comparison

Nymbl Training vs Bold

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

Head to head
About

Nymbl Training

This program uses science-backed dual-tasking and cognitive behavior training to enhance balance and mobility. It helps users maintain or increase engagement in activities they enjoy.

Highlights
  • Dual-tasking exercises
  • Cognitive behavior training
  • Balance improvement
  • Mobility enhancement
  • Activity engagement tracking
  • Health plan integration
Features
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Nymbl is an app-based digital health program that utilizes science-backed dual-tasking and cognitive behavior training via education topics to improve balance and mobility. 90% of Nymbl members have maintained or increased their engagement with activities they love since using Nymbl! Contact your insurance provider to see if Nymbl balance training is available in your health plan at no cost to you!

About

Bold

This app offers science-backed, personalized exercise programs for adults 65+ to improve balance and reduce pain. Access live classes, a vast library of on-demand workouts, and progress tracking to enhance your strength and well-being at home.

Highlights
  • Personalized exercise plans
  • Daily live classes
  • 500+ on-demand classes
  • Progress tracking
  • Expert-designed programs
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Bold is an at-home, online exercise program designed to help adults 65+ live their strongest, happiest, and healthiest lives. Designed by expert physicians, physical therapists, kinesiologists, and certified trainers, Bold provides science-backed, personalized exercise programs for adults aged 65 and above. Our proven balance programs decrease the risk of falls by more than 40%, while our pain programs effectively reduce joint pain by over 50%. Bold is available at no cost through select health plans. You may also sign up and use your flex card benefits or pay out-of-pocket for a membership. Bold Features: Personalized Program: Tailored exercise plans led by experts, customized for your fitness level, health conditions, and goals. Live Classes: Join daily live sessions with fellow Bold members. Explore 500+ Classes: Diversify your routine with online classes you can take any time, anywhere, including yoga, strength, tai chi, cardio, and more. Track Your Progress: Set and achieve goals, receive timely reminders, and celebrate milestones with our progress-tracking features. “I was delighted with the breadth of classes offered, the instruction was really good, I could do it at home, and I could do it at my convenience.” - Gerrie, 75 Feedback? Contact us at hello@agebold.com

Screenshots

Nymbl Training4 screens
Bold4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Nymbl Training at none against Bold's 3. Bold's advantage is update cadence (every 6 days vs every 3 weeks) and review sentiment (96% vs 82%). On price, rating, ads and device support 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. Bold sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $34.99 per month. Nymbl Training asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.8 for Nymbl Training against 4.8 for Bold. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 3.6K and 12K respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 82% of Nymbl Training's written reviews are positive against 96% of Bold's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Nymbl Training ships an update every 3 weeks, Bold every 6 days. The most recent releases landed on October 26, 2026 and October 27, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
Nymbl Training versus Bold: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterNymbl TrainingBold
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.8 (3.6K ratings)4.8 (12K ratings) — better
Positive reviews81.7% of reviews95.7% of reviews — better
Number of ratings3.6K12K — better
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeksEvery 6 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.0 — better16.4
Further details — not scored
Size65 MB116 MB
Age rating12+4+
DeveloperNymbl Science, Inc.Age Bold

Customer experience

Nymbl Training

All ratings3,641 ratings
Positive95.9%
Neutral3.0%
Negative1.1%
Written reviews131 reviews
Positive81.7%
Neutral2.3%
Negative16.0%

Bold

All ratings12,112 ratings
Positive96.9%
Neutral2.5%
Negative0.7%
Written reviews138 reviews
Positive95.7%
Neutral0.7%
Negative3.6%

User reviews

Nymbl Training

From 3.6K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 👍 Helps improve balance and prevent falls
  • 🧠 Combines physical and cognitive exercises
  • 🎉 Fun and engaging exercises
  • ⏱️ Quick and easy to do daily
  • 🤝 Recommended by healthcare professionals

Room to improve

  • 🐛 App malfunctions and crashes reported
  • 🔑 Registration and login issues
  • 🔍 Limited variety in cognitive exercises
  • 💪 Exercises too difficult for some users

Bold

From 12K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 👍 Variety of class options
  • 👍 Tailored to user's abilities
  • 👍 Engaging instructors
  • 👍 Convenient home workouts
  • 👍 Helps maintain balance and strength

Room to improve

  • 🐛 App and website glitches
  • 🔊 Loud music volume

Bugs and requests

Nymbl Training

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • App not accepting passwords or login credentials
  • Inability to access app due to location restrictions
  • Exercises freezing or not progressing properly

Requested features

3 requests
  • Allow users to repeat missed exercises
  • Provide more feedback on exercise performance
  • Increase exercise variety and customization

Bold

Reported bugs

2 issues
  • Progress not tracked properly
  • Casting issues

Requested features

2 requests
  • More music options
  • Improved app and website stability

In-app purchases

None

Nymbl Training

No in-app purchases

3 purchases

Bold

Subscriptions3
  • Bold Premium$34.991 Month
  • Bold Premium$156.996 Months
  • Bold Premium$249.001 Year

Questions

Is Nymbl Training free?
Nymbl Training is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Bold free?
Bold is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Nymbl Training or Bold?
Bold is rated higher. Nymbl Training averages 4.8 out of 5 from 3.6K ratings, while Bold averages 4.8 from 12K ratings.
Do Nymbl Training or Bold have ads?
Neither Nymbl Training nor Bold shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Nymbl Training or Bold?
Nymbl Training ships an update every 3 weeks, and Bold every 6 days. Most recently, Nymbl Training was updated on October 26, 2026 and Bold on October 27, 2026.

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