Comparison

CM Events vs Punch

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

Head to head
About

CM Events

Features
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Take Your Event Anywhere With CM Events, you can take your event with you everywhere. Your upcoming events are gathered in one place and automatically sorted by date. Your Complete Event Overview Inside each event, you’ll find all the information provided by the organiser: program, times, locations, and more. You can quickly view your personal registration details, such as the workshops and sessions you’ve signed up for, as well as any menu or room selections. Your ticket is available directly in the app and includes everything you need for check-in. If the organiser has chosen to share it, you’ll find presentations and other relevant material directly in the app. You can also take part in live polls, quizzes, and other on-screen interactions through the app. Clear, Easy-to-Use Layout The app is designed to give you a clear visual overview. Information from the event website is automatically adapted to the app’s layout, making everything easy to read. Some companies choose a customised version of CM Events with their own name and design. If you’re attending an event organised by one of these companies, you’ll have the same features - just in the organiser’s visual style. Whether you’re joining a conference, festival, expo, workshop, or a private event, CM Events is built to make the experience smoother. Everything is in one place: programs, tickets, information, and updates. Download the app - and take your event with you.

About

Punch

Features
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Manage prepaid class packages and session balances with ease. Punchit helps studios and instructors track customer class packages and prepaid sessions. Perfect for dance studios, yoga centers, gyms, music teachers, swim schools, and any business selling session-based packages. Key Features Session Balance Tracking When customers buy a 10-class package, track their remaining sessions like a bank account. Deduct as they attend, add when they purchase more. Complete attendance history included. Team Collaboration Share with instructors and front desk staff via iCloud. Everyone sees real-time balances and can check students in simultaneously. Quick Check-In - Swipe to use a session instantly - 5-second undo for mistakes - Search by name, email, or phone - Manage multiple class types in one app Multiple Programs Run different session packages separately - ballet classes, private lessons, open gym time - each with distinct tracking and pricing. Analytics Dashboard - Daily and weekly attendance - Students with highest balances - Recent check-in history - Program activity metrics Safe & Reliable - Confirmation for all deletions - Complete attendance audit trail - iCloud backup - Offline support with auto-sync Stop juggling spreadsheets and paper cards. Track prepaid sessions professionally.

Screenshots

CM Events4 screens
Punch3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: CM Events at Free against Punch's $2.99. CM Events also leads on iOS requirement (15.1 vs 17.6). Punch's advantage is update cadence (every 5 days vs every 3 months). On ads, in-app purchases 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

CM Events is free to download; Punch costs $2.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

CM Events ships an update every 3 months, Punch every 5 days. The most recent releases landed on November 2, 2026 and October 30, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 3 level
CM Events versus Punch: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterCM EventsPunch
PriceFree — better$2.99
Update frequencyEvery 3 monthsEvery 5 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.1 — better17.6
Further details — not scored
Size44 MB2 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperInfo-Connect A/SMalte Rosenbjerg Andersen

In-app purchases

None

CM Events

No in-app purchases

None

Punch

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is CM Events free?
CM Events is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Punch free?
Punch costs $2.99, with no in-app purchases.
Do CM Events or Punch have ads?
Neither CM Events nor Punch shows ads.
Which is updated more often, CM Events or Punch?
CM Events ships an update every 3 months, and Punch every 5 days. Most recently, CM Events was updated on November 2, 2026 and Punch on October 30, 2026.

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