Comparison

TK vs Sportstech Live

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

Head to head
About

TK

Manage your health insurance digitally. Upload receipts, view sick notes, and track fitness for bonus points. Securely communicate with your provider and access your health data.

Highlights
  • Digital receipt uploads
  • View sick notes
  • Secure messaging with provider
  • Digital bonus program
  • Fitness tracking via Apple Health/Fitbit
  • Access to health data (TK-Safe)
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“Die Techniker” provides its customers with a digital all-purpose tool. For example, you can use this app to upload your receipts for reimbursement, view existing sick notes, or do something for your fitness while collecting bonus points." FEATURES - Protection of sensitive data through secure login (e.g. no jailbreak allowed) - Transmission of sick notes and documents - Send messages to the Techniker - Receive letters from the Techniker - Use the TK Bonus Program completely digitally - TK-Fit with access to Apple Health or Fitbit - Overview of prescribed drugs of the last six years - Apply for reimbursement of costs for medicines, vaccines, osteopathy and health courses SECURITY As a statutory health insurance company, we are committed to the best possible protection of your health data. That's why we check your identity when setting up TK-App on your smartphone. You can either identify yourself online using your ID card and PIN via the Nect Wallet app or by entering an activation code. We‘ll send you the activation code via post. You can find everything else about our security concept at www.tk.de/tk/942778 Note: The use of TK-App with jailbroken devices is generally not possible. FURTHER DEVELOPMENT We are continuously adding new features to TK-App - your ideas and hints help us most. Write us directly and anonymously via the feedback function in TK-App. BONUS & TK-Fit Membership in a football club, regular check-ups at the dentist, the non-smoking course after New Year's Day - all these things earn points for the TK Bonus Program. And thanks to the connection to Apple Health or Fitbit, you'll receive points for many other activities. TK-SAFE With TK-Safe you have all relevant health data at a glance: Your visits to the doctor, diagnoses, medication, vaccinations, preventative medical checkups and much more. Please note that TK-Fit and TK-Safe are not available in English yet. REQUIREMENTS For the TK-App: - TK customer - iOS 18 or higher - No device with modified operating system, e.g. Jailbreak (For more information, see www.tk.de/tk/942782) For TK-Fit: - Step counting using Apple Health or Fitbit and your smartphone or a compatible fitness tracker (for information on TK-Fit, see www.tk.de/tk/938122) ACCESSIBILITY We aim at providing you an app that is as barrier-free as possible. You can find the accessibility statement at https://www.tk.de/techniker/2137808.

About

Sportstech Live

Access a wide range of effective workouts and live fitness sessions with your Sportstech device. Stream on multiple Apple devices and enjoy on-demand videos led by expert instructors. Includes nutrition tips and community features.

Highlights
  • Live fitness sessions
  • On-demand workout library
  • Personalized training plans
  • Expert instructor-led classes
  • Progress tracking
  • Healthy recipes and nutrition tips
  • Community challenges and leaderboards
Features
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Effective workouts and live-fitness sessions with your Sportstech device include indoor running, strength training, speedbike rides, and more. Challenge yourself with bodyweight workouts or relax with stretching and yoga. The Sportstech Live fitness app offers diverse workouts tailored to your fitness goals. Stream on your Sportstech device, iPhone, iPad, or AppleTV for a next-level home fitness experience with expert instructors. Access a vast library of on-demand videos for anytime, anywhere training. Sportstech Live fitness offers: EFFECTIVE WORKOUTS & INTERACTIVE EXPERIENCE Discover workouts tailored to build muscle, lose weight, or improve overall well-being. Choose from strength training, cardio, bodyweight exercises, indoor running, yoga, stretching, and more. Track your progress easily with smart fitness tracking. EXPERIENCED PERSONAL TRAINERS Motivating instructors lead specially designed sessions to optimize health and reach fitness goals. Classes cater to all levels and are available in both English and German. PERSONALIZED WORKOUT PLANS Customize workout plans to suit your fitness level and goals for effective results. LARGE FITNESS COMMUNITY Connect with others, share progress, and enjoy friendly competition through challenges, trophies, and leaderboards. HEALTHY FOOD & BALANCED DIET Access nutrition tips, healthy recipes, and expert advice to complement your fitness journey. Subscription details: Payment will be charged to your iTunes Account upon purchase confirmation. Membership automatically renews at the applicable price and frequency (monthly or annually) unless auto-renew is turned off 24 hours before the current period ends. By purchasing, you certify that you're at least 18 years old and agree to the Terms of Service(https://rb.gy/kgqd2m) and Privacy Policy(https://rb.gy/d1rxjx). Auto-renewal can be managed in your iTunes Account Settings. No cancellation is allowed during an active subscription period. Cancelling during a subscription month prevents charges for the following month. SELECT THE SUBSCRIPTION THAT MATCHES YOUR NEEDS Dive into the world of exclusive features with our brand-new subscription service! Try Sportstech Live + for free and discover unlimited access to exciting workouts, personalized training plans, tasty recipes, thrilling challenges, and much more. Choose between flexible monthly payments or the cost-effective annual subscription to seamlessly continue after the trial period. Don't worry, managing your membership is just a few clicks away in the app, so you can fully focus on your fitness journey. Get the free app version with the Freemium membership. This model allows you to use our basic functions. Connect your device via Bluetooth, start your workout with Quick Start, and keep an eye on all your fitness metrics. Get limited access to workouts, landscape videos, and recipes. Terms of use: https://sportstechlive-production.s3.eu-central-1.amazonaws.com/terms/agb_app_sportstech_live_stand_en.pdf

Screenshots

TK4 screens
Sportstech Live4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: TK at 4.8 against Sportstech Live's 2.2. TK also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 2) and ratings volume (1.2K vs 15). Sportstech Live's advantage is device support (3 vs 1). On price, review sentiment, update cadence and ads 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. Sportstech Live sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per month. TK asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

TK holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 2.2. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: TK has 1.2K ratings behind it against 15, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 72% of TK's written reviews are positive against 71% of Sportstech Live's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

TK ships an update every 9 days, Sportstech Live every 10 days. The most recent releases landed on October 17, 2026 and October 16, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
TK versus Sportstech Live: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterTKSportstech Live
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.8 (1.2K ratings) — better2.2 (15 ratings)
Positive reviews72.4% of reviews — better71.1% of reviews
Number of ratings1.2K — better15
Update frequencyEvery 9 days — betterEvery 10 days
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterFreemium
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPad, Apple Watch — better
Requires iOS18.017.2 — better
Further details — not scored
Size539 MB242 MB
Age rating12+12+
DeveloperTechniker Krankenkasse (TK)Sportstech Brands Holding GmbH

Customer experience

TK

All ratings1,195 ratings
Positive96.3%
Neutral1.5%
Negative2.2%
Written reviews116 reviews
Positive72.4%
Neutral11.2%
Negative16.4%

Sportstech Live

All ratings15 ratings
Positive26.7%
Neutral6.7%
Negative66.7%
Written reviews38 reviews
Positive71.1%
Neutral2.6%
Negative26.3%

Bugs and requests

TK

Reported bugs

5 issues
  • Login issues after updates
  • Incompatibility with older devices
  • Synchronization problems with Apple Health
  • Errors when submitting sick notes
  • Incomplete English translations

Requested features

5 requests
  • English language support for all features
  • Integration with more fitness tracking apps
  • Larger QR code display in wallet for easier scanning
  • Ability to view and manage bonus program details
  • Improved data synchronization and real-time updates

Sportstech Live

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

TK

No in-app purchases

2 purchases

Sportstech Live

Subscriptions2
  • Sportstech Live + (Monthly)$9.991 Month
  • Sportstech Live + (Yearly)14 Days trial$79.991 Year

Questions

Is TK free?
TK is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Sportstech Live free?
Sportstech Live is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, TK or Sportstech Live?
TK is rated higher. TK averages 4.8 out of 5 from 1.2K ratings, while Sportstech Live averages 2.2 from 15 ratings.
Do TK or Sportstech Live have ads?
Neither TK nor Sportstech Live shows ads.
Which is updated more often, TK or Sportstech Live?
TK ships an update every 9 days, and Sportstech Live every 10 days. Most recently, TK was updated on October 17, 2026 and Sportstech Live on October 16, 2026.

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