# CoreEX vs Scales Performance

The clearest difference is price: Scales Performance at Free against CoreEX's $9.99. Scales Performance also leads on rating (5.0 vs 3.4) and update cadence (every 3 days vs every 5 weeks). CoreEX's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 2) and ratings volume (29 vs 1). On ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Scales Performance is free to download; CoreEX costs $9.99 up front. Scales Performance sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $99.99 per month. CoreEX asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scales Performance holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 3.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: CoreEX has 29 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

CoreEX ships an update every 5 weeks, Scales Performance every 3 days. The most recent releases landed on October 24, 2026 and October 18, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | CoreEX | Scales Performance |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | $9.99 | **Free** |
| Rating | [3.4 (29 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/coreex/id1322189546/reviews) | **[5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/scales-performance/id6759573827/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **29** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | 50.0% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 5 weeks | **Every 3 days** |
| Monetization | **Paid** | Subscription |
| Best chart rank | **#191** | — |
| Size | 82 MB | 39 MB |
| Requires iOS | **13.0** | 15.1 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [John Kwon](https://appshunter.io/developer/1322189545) | [MICHAEL DAVID SCALES](https://appshunter.io/developer/1879580119) |

## What reviewers say

### CoreEX

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/coreex/id1322189546)

**Currently charting:** #191 Top Paid · Health & Fitness (US App Store)

Access a vast library of therapeutic exercises with video and written instructions. Create personalized programs for specific ailments and track daily routines for pain management and improved function. Includes over 100 physical therapy protocols.

**Highlights:** 500+ therapeutic exercises, Video and written instructions, Customizable exercise programs, Daily routine tracking, 100+ physical therapy protocols, Insightful feedback on exercises

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


### Scales Performance

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/scales-performance/id6759573827)

This app offers a structured system for athletic training, combining strength, power, and conditioning. It focuses on fundamental movement patterns and requires minimal equipment, allowing users to train effectively anywhere.

**Highlights:** Daily structured workouts, Push/pull training system, Strength, conditioning, and athletic movement, Minimal equipment required, Coaching notes, Focus on movement patterns

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Scales Performance Monthly | $99.99 | per month |
| Train with Family and Friends | $199.99 | per month |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is CoreEX free?

CoreEX costs $9.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Scales Performance free?

Scales Performance is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, CoreEX or Scales Performance?

Scales Performance is rated higher. CoreEX averages 3.4 out of 5 from 29 ratings, while Scales Performance averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.

### Do CoreEX or Scales Performance have ads?

Neither CoreEX nor Scales Performance shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, CoreEX or Scales Performance?

CoreEX ships an update every 5 weeks, and Scales Performance every 3 days. Most recently, CoreEX was updated on October 24, 2026 and Scales Performance on October 18, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*