# BarStarzzBTX vs CALXTHENICS

The clearest difference is rating: BarStarzzBTX at 4.5 against CALXTHENICS's 3.8. BarStarzzBTX also leads on iOS requirement (15.1 vs 26.0). CALXTHENICS's advantage is ratings volume (97 vs 11) and review sentiment (38% vs 27%). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. BarStarzzBTX sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $18.99 per month and CALXTHENICS sells 11 in-app purchases, starting at $14.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

BarStarzzBTX holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 3.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: CALXTHENICS has 97 ratings behind it against 11, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 27% of BarStarzzBTX's written reviews are positive against 38% of CALXTHENICS's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

BarStarzzBTX ships an update every 2 months, CALXTHENICS every 6 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 29, 2026 and October 30, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | BarStarzzBTX | CALXTHENICS |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.5 (11 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/barstarzzbtx/id1188350094/reviews)** | [3.8 (97 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/calxthenics/id1627123154/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 11 | **97** |
| Positive reviews | 26.7% of reviews | **38.2% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | **Every 6 weeks** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 92 MB | 90 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.1** | 26.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [Independence284 Inc](https://appshunter.io/developer/1522656544) | [Adam Frater](https://appshunter.io/developer/1627123156) |

## What reviewers say

### BarStarzzBTX

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/barstarzzbtx/id1188350094)

This app offers a 30-day calisthenics workout plan designed to build strength and teach advanced moves. It includes daily new skill training, effective routines, and a progress dashboard. Join a supportive global community to stay motivated and achieve impressive results.

**Highlights:** 30-day workout plan, Daily new skill training, Advanced calisthenics moves, Progress tracking dashboard, Global community support, Offline sync

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| BTX Monthly Subscription | $18.99 | per month |
| BTX Muscle-Up & Body Transformation Bundle | $94.99 | one-time |
| 4-Week Pre-Program for Complete Beginners | $174.99 | one-time |


### CALXTHENICS

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/calxthenics/id1627123154)

Access calisthenics programs from elite athletes and trainers. Improve body control, strength, and metabolism with bodyweight workouts. Achieve functional fitness and holistic health benefits.

**Highlights:** Programs from top calisthenics athletes, Bodyweight workout routines, Strength and power development, Metabolism and mobility improvement, Nutritional guidance, Progress tracking, Offline sync

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

**In-app purchases (11)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| CALXTHENICS Full Access | $14.99 | per month |
| CALXTHENICS Year Access | $167.99 | per year |
| One Time Subscription | $19.99 | one-time |
| Frater Fit Diet | $20.00 | one-time |
| Project Shred Part II | $25.00 | one-time |
| One Time Subscription | $47.99 | one-time |
| One Time Subscription | $59.99 | one-time |
| Project Shred | $64.99 | one-time |
| One Time Subscription | $64.99 | one-time |
| One Time Subscription | $72.00 | one-time |
| Slope Strong | $97.00 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 💪 Great results and progress
- 👍 Easy to follow program
- 💡 Good content and holistic approach
- 💯 Attainable workouts for any level
- 🏋️‍♀️ Effective for building strength and stamina

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 App is buggy and unstable
- ❌ Login issues and errors
- 💸 Payment and subscription problems
- 🚫 Poor customer support
- 🗑️ Outdated and unengaging app feel

**Reported bugs**

- Login does not work
- Password reset does not work
- App crashes frequently
- Videos often don't work or glitch
- Workout programs disappear

**Requested features**

- Update the app to be more modern and engaging
- Improve app stability and fix bugs
- Ensure login and password reset functions work correctly
- Provide better customer support with faster response times
- Make workout videos stream more efficiently


## Frequently asked questions

### Is BarStarzzBTX free?

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

### Is CALXTHENICS free?

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

### Which has better reviews, BarStarzzBTX or CALXTHENICS?

BarStarzzBTX is rated higher. BarStarzzBTX averages 4.5 out of 5 from 11 ratings, while CALXTHENICS averages 3.8 from 97 ratings.

### Do BarStarzzBTX or CALXTHENICS have ads?

Both BarStarzzBTX and CALXTHENICS show ads.

### Which is updated more often, BarStarzzBTX or CALXTHENICS?

BarStarzzBTX ships an update every 2 months, and CALXTHENICS every 6 weeks. Most recently, BarStarzzBTX was updated on October 29, 2026 and CALXTHENICS on October 30, 2026.

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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.*