# Studio Bloom vs MommaStrong

The clearest difference is monetization model: MommaStrong at free with in-app purchases against Studio Bloom's subscription. Studio Bloom's advantage is ratings volume (987 vs 162). On price, rating, review sentiment and update cadence there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Studio Bloom sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $28.99 per month and MommaStrong sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $20.00 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

MommaStrong holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Studio Bloom has 987 ratings behind it against 162, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 96% of Studio Bloom's written reviews are positive against 100% of MommaStrong's.

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly monthly. The most recent releases landed on October 22, 2026 and October 19, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Studio Bloom | MommaStrong |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.8 (987 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/studio-bloom/id1383552296/reviews) | **[5.0 (162 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mommastrong/id1542817105/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **987** | 162 |
| Positive reviews | 95.8% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Monthly | Monthly |
| Monetization | Subscription | **Free with in-app purchases** |
| Size | 65 MB | 63 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | 15.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple TV, Apple Watch** | iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple TV |
| Age rating | 9+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [The Bloom Method Online](https://appshunter.io/developer/1383552295) | [MommaStrong Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1542817107) |

## What reviewers say

### Studio Bloom

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/studio-bloom/id1383552296)

This app offers expert-led fitness programs and personalized coaching for expectant and new mothers. Access over 1,000 workouts, nutrition guides, and educational content to support your journey through motherhood.

**Highlights:** Expert-led pre and postnatal workouts, Personalized coaching, Extensive workout library (1000+ classes), Nutrition guides for motherhood phases, Apple Watch integration, Bodyweight-only classes, Educational content on pelvic floor and core

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Apple Watch app, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (5)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Studio Bloom Subscription | $28.99 | per month |
| Monthly subscription | $29.99 | per month |
| Quarterly Subscription | $74.99 | per 3 months |
| Studio Bloom Subscription | $239.99 | per year |
| Yearly Subscription | $239.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Challenging yet safe workouts
- 🧠 Excellent educational content
- 🤰 Tailored for all pregnancy stages
- 💪 Effective for core and pelvic floor strengthening
- 🤱 Helpful for postpartum recovery

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🤔 Navigation and search within app could be improved
- 💰 Subscription cost may be high for some
- 🕰️ Some foundational videos can feel repetitive or drawn out
- 🏠 Lack of offline access for workouts

**Reported bugs**

- Login/account issues after app updates
- Syncing problems between devices

**Requested features**

- Ability to resume workouts from where you left off
- More advanced workout options for experienced users
- Improved integration with fitness trackers
- Offline workout downloads


### MommaStrong

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mommastrong/id1542817105)

This app offers functional strength training tailored to the unique needs of mothers at every stage. It provides personalized workouts and educational content about anatomy, empowering users to understand and care for their bodies. Join a community of mothers dedicated to building strength and confidence.

**Highlights:** Functional strength training, Personalized workouts, Anatomy education, Body ownership empowerment, Community support, Free trial

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly subscription | $20.00 | per month |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Studio Bloom free?

Studio Bloom is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is MommaStrong free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Studio Bloom or MommaStrong?

MommaStrong is rated higher. Studio Bloom averages 4.8 out of 5 from 987 ratings, while MommaStrong averages 5.0 from 162 ratings.

### Do Studio Bloom or MommaStrong have ads?

Neither Studio Bloom nor MommaStrong shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Studio Bloom or MommaStrong?

Studio Bloom ships an update monthly, and MommaStrong monthly. Most recently, Studio Bloom was updated on October 22, 2026 and MommaStrong on October 19, 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.*