Comparison

Underground Gym vs Handoff

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

Head to head
About

Underground Gym

This app serves as a mobile extension for Underground Gym, providing users with access to gym-related features and information. It allows members to connect with their gym community and manage their fitness journey on the go.

Highlights
  • Mobile gym extension
  • Community connection
  • Fitness management
  • Gym information access
Features
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Your mobile extension for Underground Gym.

About

Handoff

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Handoff helps adults regain control of unwanted digital habits and impulsive behavior one decision at a time. When an urge hits, Handoff gives you a clear next step instead of leaving you alone with it. Build a personal emergency plan, activate Protection Mode, use practical tools for difficult moments, and understand the patterns behind your behavior. WHAT YOU CAN DO • Create a personal emergency plan for moments when willpower feels low • Activate Protection Mode to temporarily shield distracting apps • Choose the essential apps that must remain available • Get immediate support through the Emergency Support button • Talk privately with the Recovery Coach • Log urges, triggers, intensity, actions, and outcomes • Discover patterns through personal insights and progress tracking • Use breathing exercises, grounding tools, timers, sounds, and focused activities • Build momentum through milestones, streaks, and guided learning PROTECTION MODE Handoff uses Apple Screen Time technology to help you reduce access to selected distractions during critical moments. You remain in control of the apps you select and the protection you activate. RECOVERY COACH The Recovery Coach provides practical, judgment-free support based on the situation you describe. It can help you pause, understand what triggered the moment, and choose a healthier next action. DESIGNED WITH PRIVACY IN MIND Handoff does not display third-party advertisements. Sensitive recovery content is not sent to advertising platforms. Camera-based task verification and Screen Time app selections remain on your device. PREMIUM Handoff Premium is available through weekly, monthly, and annual auto-renewing subscription plans. Eligible new subscribers can start a 3-day free trial with the weekly subscription. The monthly and annual subscriptions do not include a free trial. Payment is charged to your Apple ID at confirmation of purchase. After the free trial, the weekly subscription automatically renews at the applicable price unless canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the trial or current billing period. All subscriptions renew automatically unless canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. You can manage or cancel your subscription in your App Store account settings. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

Underground Gym4 screens
Handoff4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Underground Gym at none against Handoff's 3. Underground Gym also leads on ads (none vs shown) and iOS requirement (12.0 vs 15.1). Handoff's advantage is update cadence (fortnightly vs every 7 months). On price 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. Handoff sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $7.99 per 7 days. Underground Gym asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Underground Gym ships an update every 7 months, Handoff fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on October 2, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 5 level
Underground Gym versus Handoff: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterUnderground GymHandoff
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (2 ratings) — better—
Number of ratings2 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 7 monthsFortnightly — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS12.0 — better15.1
Further details — not scored
Size30 MB52 MB
Age rating17+17+
DeveloperUnderground gymMehayom Digital

In-app purchases

None

Underground Gym

No in-app purchases

3 purchases

Handoff

Subscriptions3
  • Weekly Premium3 Days trial$7.997 Days
  • Monthly Premium$15.991 Month
  • Annual Premium$64.991 Year

Questions

Is Underground Gym free?
Underground Gym is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Handoff free?
Handoff is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Underground Gym or Handoff have ads?
Handoff shows ads; Underground Gym does not.
Which is updated more often, Underground Gym or Handoff?
Underground Gym ships an update every 7 months, and Handoff fortnightly. Most recently, Underground Gym was updated on October 2, 2026 and Handoff on October 24, 2026.

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