Comparison

SH1FT vs The Plug

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

The Plug

Features
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A structured coaching platform designed for individuals serious about transforming their physique with a clear, results-driven approach. This app provides direct access to personalised training, nutrition, and accountability systems used to build stage-ready and photoshoot-level physiques. Inside the app, clients can follow fully customised training programmes built around progressive overload and structured periodisation. Every session is tracked to ensure consistent progression and execution. Nutrition is managed through tailored calorie and macro targets, with the ability to log food, track adherence, and make precise adjustments based on weekly progress. Clients complete regular check-ins, allowing for detailed feedback, data analysis, and ongoing plan optimisation to ensure continued fat loss, muscle gain, or competition prep progress. Built-in habit tracking and daily targets reinforce consistency outside of training, covering steps, recovery, and routine adherence. Direct in-app messaging provides ongoing support, feedback, and communication to maintain accountability and eliminate guesswork throughout the process. This is not a generic fitness app. It is a structured system designed for individuals who are committed to achieving a high-level physique with precision and consistency. *App access requires a paid coaching plan. Terms Of Use: https://kahunas.io/terms-conditions Privacy Policy: https://kahunas.io/privacy Medical Disclaimer: This app does not provide medical advice, diagnoses, or treatment. The information and guidance provided within the app are for general fitness and wellbeing purposes only. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified healthcare provider before starting any exercise program, changing your nutrition, or making decisions regarding your health.

Screenshots

SH1FT4 screens
The Plug3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: SH1FT at none against The Plug's 1. SH1FT also leads on update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 2 months). On price, ads, device support and iOS requirement 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. The Plug sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $299.99 per month. SH1FT asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

SH1FT ships an update every 3 weeks, The Plug every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on June 4, 2026 and September 17, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
SH1FT versus The Plug: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSH1FTThe Plug
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.9 (7 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews20.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings7 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeks — betterEvery 2 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.115.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size22 MB57 MB
Age rating4+17+
DeveloperSH1FT LtdAshley Gurnhill

In-app purchases

None

SH1FT

No in-app purchases

1 purchases

The Plug

Subscriptions1
  • Monthly subscription$299.991 Month

Questions

Is SH1FT free?
SH1FT is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is The Plug free?
The Plug is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do SH1FT or The Plug have ads?
Neither SH1FT nor The Plug shows ads.
Which is updated more often, SH1FT or The Plug?
SH1FT ships an update every 3 weeks, and The Plug every 2 months. Most recently, SH1FT was updated on June 4, 2026 and The Plug on September 17, 2026.

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