# Volt vs BACKSTAGE by POUND

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Volt at 75% against BACKSTAGE by POUND's 25%. Volt also leads on monetization model (free with in-app purchases vs subscription) and rating (4.7 vs 4.2). On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Volt sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per month and BACKSTAGE by POUND sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Volt holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.2. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Volt has 17K ratings behind it against 13, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 75% of Volt's written reviews are positive against 25% of BACKSTAGE by POUND's.

Volt ships an update every 5 days, BACKSTAGE by POUND every 5 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 17, 2026 and October 5, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Volt | BACKSTAGE by POUND |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.7 (17K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/volt-strength-training-plans/id1189345596/reviews)** | [4.2 (13 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/backstage-by-pound/id1504569058/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **17K** | 13 |
| Positive reviews | **74.7% of reviews** | 25.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 5 days** | Every 5 weeks |
| Monetization | **Free with in-app purchases** | Subscription |
| Size | 100 MB | 67 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.6 | **15.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple TV** |
| Age rating | 12+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Volt Athletics, Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1017059827) | [POUND ROCKOUT WORKOUT LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1504569057) |

## What reviewers say

### Volt

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/volt-strength-training-plans/id1189345596)

This app provides AI-powered, personalized workout plans that adapt weekly to your fitness goals and available equipment. It offers structured training for general fitness, sport performance, and tactical readiness, with over 3,000 exercises and HD video demonstrations.

**Highlights:** AI-powered adaptive workout plans, Home and gym training options, Sport-specific training programs, Tactical readiness programs, Equipment customization, Progressive weight and rep suggestions, Exercise library with video demonstrations

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

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Volt Training | $9.99 | per month |
| Volt Training | $9.99 | per month |
| Sport Performance Training | $9.99 | per month |
| Volt Training | $14.99 | per month |
| Sport Performance Training | $19.99 | per 3 months |
| Training Monthly Plan | $19.99 | per month |
| Volt Training | $29.99 | per month |
| Training 3 Month Plan | $39.99 | per 3 months |
| Sport Performance Training | $69.99 | per year |
| Training Yearly Plan | $129.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Fantastic training app
- 👍 Hybrid training system
- 🚀 Easily the best workout app
- 👍 Convenient and fun
- 🚀 Superior programming & user friendly app

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Glitchy and freezing issues
- 🔧 Lacking equipment customization
- 🔧 Workouts too long
- 🔧 No decimal weight input
- 🔧 No Apple Watch app

**Reported bugs**

- Login issues and inability to retrieve password
- Syncing problems causing workouts to reset

**Requested features**

- Add optional alert tone for rest periods
- Integrate with Apple Health
- Offer more than 3 days per week programming
- Add injury-specific workouts
- Provide more cardio and conditioning options


### BACKSTAGE by POUND

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/backstage-by-pound/id1504569058)

Transform workouts into energetic fitness concerts using drumsticks. This app combines cardio, conditioning, and strength training with pilates-inspired movements set to music. Enjoy full-body workouts designed to be fun and effective, requiring no prior rhythm experience.

**Highlights:** On-demand workouts, Full-body fitness, Cardio, conditioning, and strength training, Pilates-inspired movements, Music-driven intervals, Stress relief and brain-boosting benefits

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

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly Subscription | $9.99 | per month |
| Monthly Plan | $12.99 | per month |
| Annual Subscription | $99.99 | per year |
| Annual Plan | $129.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Volt free?

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

### Is BACKSTAGE by POUND free?

BACKSTAGE by POUND is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Volt or BACKSTAGE by POUND?

Volt is rated higher. Volt averages 4.7 out of 5 from 17K ratings, while BACKSTAGE by POUND averages 4.2 from 13 ratings.

### Do Volt or BACKSTAGE by POUND have ads?

Neither Volt nor BACKSTAGE by POUND shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Volt or BACKSTAGE by POUND?

Volt ships an update every 5 days, and BACKSTAGE by POUND every 5 weeks. Most recently, Volt was updated on October 17, 2026 and BACKSTAGE by POUND on October 5, 2026.

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