Comparison

PoolSide Live vs Judokai

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

Head to head
About

PoolSide Live

Features
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PoolSide Live is the number one replacement for TiVo like systems being used on the pool deck. The Best Hands Free Instant Replay for athletes and coaches while training. It allows for customizable delayed replay with High Definition quality video. It has been designed from the ground up specifically for use in sports. A Getting Started Guide can be found on our website: https://sidelinescout.com/gettingstarted/live

About

Judokai

Master Kodokan Judo techniques with detailed, slow-motion video demonstrations. Access all techniques anytime, anywhere, and download them for offline viewing. Learn from a 6th Dan Judo champion.

Highlights
  • Detailed Kodokan Judo techniques
  • 240 FPS slow-motion video
  • Offline video downloads
  • Learn from a 6th Dan champion
  • All Judo techniques accessible
Features
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JUDOKAI — Your Kodokan Judo Reference Study the traditional techniques of Kodokan Judo through detailed, high-quality demonstrations. Explore Kata performed by respected Judo practitioners, study techniques from multiple angles, and keep your entire Judo reference library available wherever you train. EVERY KODOKAN TECHNIQUE Every traditional Kodokan Judo technique is demonstrated by César Nicola, 6th Dan, World Veterans Champion and National Judo Shiai & Kata Champion. Study the complete execution of each technique and replay it whenever you want to examine the movement, positioning and technical details. SEE THE TECHNIQUE FROM MULTIPLE ANGLES Carefully selected camera angles give you different perspectives of each technique, helping you observe the complete movement and focus on the details that matter. EXPLORE JUDO KATA Study dedicated Kata modules performed by respected Judo practitioners. Explore each Kata technique in detail and return to the demonstrations whenever you want to review and refine your understanding. STUDY OFFLINE Every Judo technique and Kata video can be saved for offline playback. Study at the dojo, at home, while traveling, or anywhere without an internet connection. BUILD YOUR PERSONAL REFERENCE • Bookmark techniques for quick access • Save techniques for offline playback • Revisit your favorite techniques whenever you need • Keep your Judo reference with you wherever you train FOR JUDOKAS WHO WANT TO STUDY THE DETAILS Whether you're learning a technique, reviewing what you practiced at the dojo, studying for a grading, working on Kata, or simply looking for a reliable technical reference, JUDOKAI puts traditional Kodokan Judo at your fingertips. JUDOKAI isn't a replacement for the dojo. It's the technical reference you can use alongside your training to watch, review and study Judo techniques in greater detail. Study the technique. Review the details. Strive for perfection.

Screenshots

PoolSide Live4 screens
Judokai4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: PoolSide Live at none against Judokai's 10. On price, update cadence, 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. Judokai sells 10 one-off in-app purchases. PoolSide Live asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

PoolSide Live ships an update every 4 weeks, Judokai every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 12, 2026 and September 21, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
PoolSide Live versus Judokai: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPoolSide LiveJudokai
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.7 (191 ratings) — better
Positive reviews74.4% of reviews
Number of ratings191 — better
Update frequencyEvery 4 weeksEvery 3 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple TV — betteriPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.615.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size145 MB45 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperGameDay Edge, LLCEduardo Costa Producoes Audiovisuais LDA

In-app purchases

None

PoolSide Live

No in-app purchases

10 purchases

Judokai

One-time10
  • Ma-sutemi-waza$1.99
  • Koshi-waza$2.99
  • Osaekomi-waza$2.99
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  • Kansetsu-waza$2.99
  • Shime-waza$3.99
  • Yoko-sutemi-waza$4.99
  • Te-waza$4.99
  • Kodokan Goshin Jutsu$4.99
  • Ashi-waza$6.99
  • Judokai$14.99

Questions

Is PoolSide Live free?
PoolSide Live is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Judokai free?
Judokai is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do PoolSide Live or Judokai have ads?
Neither PoolSide Live nor Judokai shows ads.
Which is updated more often, PoolSide Live or Judokai?
PoolSide Live ships an update every 4 weeks, and Judokai every 3 weeks. Most recently, PoolSide Live was updated on September 12, 2026 and Judokai on September 21, 2026.

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