Comparison

MasterClass vs Birdwatching with Robin

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

Head to head
About

MasterClass

Learn new skills from world-renowned experts across a vast range of subjects. Access thousands of bite-sized lessons on professional development, creative arts, wellness, and more. Watch on any device, with offline options available.

Highlights
  • Learn from world-renowned experts
  • Vast range of premium courses
  • Thousands of bite-sized lessons
  • Accessible on multiple devices
  • Offline learning options
  • New content added regularly
Features
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LEARN FROM THE BEST. BE YOUR BEST. Build crucial skills so you can thrive at work, at home, and beyond. Whether you want to negotiate a raise, write a book, dial in your health, or perfect your baking techniques, our instructors—world-renowned experts, industry leaders, and cultural icons—are here for you. Check out our online courses, and get ready to learn new skills and thrive. A VAST RANGE OF PREMIUM COURSES Choose from classes on professional development, business, wellness, creative skills, food, writing, home & lifestyle, sports & gaming, music, photography, and more—all featuring MasterClass’s cinematic storytelling. 200+ EXPERT INSTRUCTORS. THOUSANDS OF LESSONS. Each class is broken up into bite-size lessons. Quit doomscrolling and binge a whole class—or learn new skills in just 5 to 10 minutes. EDUCATION THAT’S ACCESSIBLE ANYWHERE Watch on your iPhone, iPad, Mac, or Apple TV. For on-the-go learning, switch to audio mode or download select classes to build skills offline. BOOST YOUR CAREER WITH BUSINESS LEADERS Access business training courses taught by top leaders, including Martha Stewart, Mark Cuban, Bob Iger, Rich Paul, Sir Richard Branson, and Anna Wintour. IMPROVE YOUR HEALTH & WELLNESS Tap into expert-led educational videos on healing and boosting your gut, brain, and skin, plus courses on everything from menopause to meditation. COOK TO IMPRESS WITH WORLD-CLASS CHEFS Enjoy immersive cooking classes with culinary titans like Gordon Ramsay, Roy Choi, Dominique Crenn, Massimo Bottura, Wolfgang Puck, and Thomas Keller. FINISH YOUR BOOK WITH BESTSELLING WRITERS Break through blocks and get your work out in the world with writing courses from Malcolm Gladwell, Margaret Atwood, James Patterson, Amanda Gorman, David Sedaris, R.L. Stine, and more. LEARN TO BE LEGENDARY FROM ICONIC ARTISTS Hone your creative skills with the likes of Amy Poehler, John Legend, Mindy Kaling, Issa Rae, RuPaul, Steve Martin, Shonda Rhimes, and Helen Mirren. Music lessons and photography courses are also available. LEVEL UP YOUR GAME WITH ALL-STAR ATHLETES Find out how champions like Lewis Hamilton, Serena Williams, Steph Curry, Wayne Gretzky, Tony Hawk, and Simone Biles (plus legendary coaches like Geno Auriemma and Mike “Coach K” Krzyzewski) train and win. NEW CONTENT ADDED REGULARLY Extend your online learning journey with new classes, playlists, and even offers to meet with our instructors. ANNUAL MEMBERSHIP TERMS The annual membership is an auto-renewing subscription plan. By signing up, you agree to the Terms of Service, Privacy Policy, and applicable notices below. Your Apple account will be charged the noted amount for the first year and will be charged annually thereafter at the then-current rate unless you cancel before the end of the current period. No refunds for partially unused periods. To cancel or update payment information, go to your App Store Subscriptions. See our Privacy Policy at https://www.masterclass.com/privacy See our Terms of Service at https://www.masterclass.com/terms CA Privacy Notice: https://www.masterclass.com/privacy/states#california For CA residents: Do Not Sell My Info: https://www.masterclass.com/privacy/states#do-not-sell

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Birdwatching with Robin

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Say hello to Robin! The friendliest way to discover the birds all around you. Point your camera at any bird and Robin tells you who it is, spins up a few surprising facts, and adds it to your growing collection. Whether you're a total beginner or already know your robins from your wrens, Robin turns every walk, garden visit, and window gazing moment into a little adventure. - Snap it. Know it. See a bird? Take a photo and Robin identifies the species, tells you how rare your find was, and shares what makes it special. Not quite right? Just tell Robin "I know this bird!" and set the record straight. It learns from you. - Collect every bird you meet Every bird you snap joins your personal collection, stamped with where and when you spotted it. Catch the same species again and your count climbs. Watch your collection grow from your first house sparrow to the rarest visitor. - Your very own Birdex Explore a living field guide of the birds in your area. Robin taps into real, recent sightings near you, so you always know who's around, and who's worth keeping an eye out for. - Just spotted near you See what other birders are reporting right now in your area, sorted from common garden regulars to genuinely rare treats. Your next great sighting might be one street over. - Earn your wings Unlock playful badges as you go — Early Bird, Night Owl, Globetrotter, Master Birder and many more. Keep a daily catch streak alive and watch your birding skills take flight. - A companion, not just a tool Robin greets you with a bit of birdy charm every time, reacts to the weather and time of day, and makes identifying birds feel like texting a friend who happens to know everything about them. Use the app at different times of the day and the app will shift with the sky, from the dawn chorus to the owls clocking in at night. - Private by design Free Robin identifies birds right on your iPhone using Apple Intelligence. No account needed, and it even works out in the field with no signal. - Fly further with Robin Pro Upgrade to Robin Pro for the sharpest birding experience: • Eagle-eye photo analysis: Cloud-powered vision looks at your actual photo for the most accurate IDs, even on the trickiest birds • Ask Robin anything: Chat freely about the birds near you: their habits, their songs, and where to find them • Field guide deep dives: Richer facts and full guides for every catch • Live bird weather insights: Discover what the birds are up to in this exact weather, right now • Works on every iPhone: No Apple Intelligence required Legal Disclaimer If you upgrade to a premium subscription, payment will be charged to your iTunes account at confirmation of purchase. Your subscription renews automatically unless cancelled at least 24 hours prior to the end of the current period. There is no increase in cost when renewing. Subscriptions can be managed and auto-renewal turned off in Account Settings in iTunes after purchase. Once purchased, the current period cannot be cancelled. Any unused portion of a free trial period is forfeited if you choose to purchase a premium subscription. Find the full terms and conditions at https://chirp-marketing-page.vercel.app/terms, and our privacy policy at https://chirp-marketing-page.vercel.app/privacy.

Screenshots

MasterClass4 screens
Birdwatching with Robin4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: Birdwatching with Robin at every 2 days against MasterClass's every 3 weeks. MasterClass's advantage is chart position (#32 vs unranked). On price, ads, in-app purchases 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. MasterClass sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $119.99 per year and Birdwatching with Robin sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

MasterClass ships an update every 3 weeks, Birdwatching with Robin every 2 days. The most recent releases landed on November 3, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 9 level
MasterClass versus Birdwatching with Robin: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMasterClassBirdwatching with Robin
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.9 (123K ratings) — better—
Positive reviews28.7% of reviews—
Number of ratings123K — better—
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeksEvery 2 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationSubscription—
Best chart rank#32 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Apple TV — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS17.617.6
Further details — not scored
Size128 MB26 MB
Age rating12+4+
DeveloperMasterClassNick Patrick

Bugs and requests

MasterClass

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • App crashes and freezes
  • Downloaded content disappears
  • Playback issues and random pauses
  • Inconsistent behavior across devices

Requested features

4 requests
  • Ability to download more content offline
  • Progress tracking and resume functionality
  • Filtering and sorting options
  • Transcript search and note-taking

Birdwatching with Robin

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

6 purchases

MasterClass

Subscriptions6
  • MasterClass Individual$119.991 Year
  • Duo (Free Upgrade)$179.991 Year
  • All-Access Pass upgrade1 Year trial$179.991 Year
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  • MasterClass Duo$179.991 Year
  • Family (Free Upgrade)$239.991 Year
  • MasterClass Family$239.991 Year
2 purchases

Birdwatching with Robin

Subscriptions2
  • Robin Pro - Monthly$5.991 Month
  • Robin Pro - Annual$39.991 Year

Questions

Is MasterClass free?
MasterClass is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Birdwatching with Robin free?
Birdwatching with Robin is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do MasterClass or Birdwatching with Robin have ads?
Neither MasterClass nor Birdwatching with Robin shows ads.
Which is updated more often, MasterClass or Birdwatching with Robin?
MasterClass ships an update every 3 weeks, and Birdwatching with Robin every 2 days. Most recently, MasterClass was updated on November 3, 2026 and Birdwatching with Robin on October 31, 2026.

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