Comparison

SH1FT vs CalCoach

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

Head to head
About

SH1FT

This app empowers group fitness instructors to create and deliver engaging live and online classes. It automates class structuring and cueing, saving instructors time and stress. Instructors can design unique workouts, mix formats, and teach anywhere.

Highlights
  • Automated class structuring and cueing
  • Create unique workout combinations
  • Teach live and online classes
  • Unlimited access to all workouts
  • Cross-format mash-ups
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Our market leading App allows Group Fitness Instructors to teach live and online classes like never before! We have four unique Group Fitness formats and each workout is taught using our App. The App automates the boring stuff (saving huge amounts of time and money) and gives Instructors an easy and fast way to create workouts that are unique to them. SH1FT Fitness Instructors are empowered to deliver engaging, personalised fitness classes where, when and how they want - with zero restrictions. App features: • The App structures the class for you and does the cueing and memorisation if you need it - saving you hours of prep work and taking the stress out of teaching so you can focus on the class in front of you and not what move is coming next. • Unlimited access to EVERY workout from your chosen format/s on the SH1FT App for no extra cost. • The ability to teach anywhere: you can deliver a class in any physical or virtual location that you wish. • Freedom to get creative! Use the SH1FT App to create workout combinations that suit the unique needs of your class. Plus if you are a SQUAD member in multiple SH1FT Fitness formats you have the freedom to create cross format mash-ups using the App.

About

CalCoach

Features
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CalCoach helps you track your calories, meals, and water intake in a simple and intuitive way. Build better habits with smart daily insights and personalized suggestions based on your progress. FEATURES • Easy calorie tracking Log your meals quickly and see your daily progress at a glance. • Water tracking Stay hydrated and monitor your daily water intake. • Smart insights Get daily feedback about your nutrition, energy levels, and habits. • Meal suggestions Discover simple meal ideas based on your needs. • Clean and simple design No clutter, just focus on your progress. SUBSCRIPTION CalCoach offers auto-renewable subscriptions: • Monthly plan • Yearly plan Payment will be charged to your Apple ID account at confirmation of purchase. Subscription automatically renews unless canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Privacy Policy and Terms of Use are available in the app.

Screenshots

SH1FT4 screens
CalCoach4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: SH1FT at none against CalCoach's 2. SH1FT also leads on iOS requirement (15.1 vs 17.6). CalCoach's advantage is update cadence (every 9 days vs every 3 weeks). On price, 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. CalCoach sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. SH1FT asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

SH1FT ships an update every 3 weeks, CalCoach every 9 days. Both last shipped on October 11, 2026.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
SH1FT versus CalCoach: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSH1FTCalCoach
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.9 (7 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews20.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings7 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeksEvery 9 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.1 — better17.6
Further details — not scored
Size22 MB3 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperSH1FT LtdSekiz B.V.

In-app purchases

None

SH1FT

No in-app purchases

2 purchases

CalCoach

Subscriptions2
  • CalCoach Premium (Aylık)7 Days trial$4.991 Month
  • CalCoach Premium (Yıllık(7 Days trial$24.991 Year

Questions

Is SH1FT free?
SH1FT is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is CalCoach free?
CalCoach is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do SH1FT or CalCoach have ads?
Neither SH1FT nor CalCoach shows ads.
Which is updated more often, SH1FT or CalCoach?
SH1FT ships an update every 3 weeks, and CalCoach every 9 days. Most recently, SH1FT was updated on October 11, 2026 and CalCoach on October 11, 2026.

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