# Barry’s vs [solidcore]

Barry’s and [solidcore] both sit at 5.0 stars, but that hides the real split: 58% of Barry’s's written reviews are positive against 21% of [solidcore]'s. Barry’s also leads on ads (none vs shown). [solidcore]'s advantage is monetization model (free vs free with in-app purchases) and chart position (#191 vs unranked). On price, rating, ratings volume and update cadence there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 5.0 for Barry’s against 4.9 for [solidcore]. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 35K and 29K respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 58% of Barry’s's written reviews are positive against 21% of [solidcore]'s.

Barry’s ships an update every 4 weeks, [solidcore] every 6 weeks. Both last shipped on October 13, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Barry’s | [solidcore] |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[5.0 (35K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/barrys/id1389503012/reviews)** | [4.9 (29K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/solidcore/id1452460311/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **35K** | 29K |
| Positive reviews | **57.5% of reviews** | 21.1% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Every 4 weeks** | Every 6 weeks |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Best chart rank | — | **#191** |
| Size | 38 MB | 43 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 | **15.1** |
| Devices | iPhone | **iPhone, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Barry's Bootcamp, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1441325835) | [solidcore](https://appshunter.io/developer/1437422851) |

## What reviewers say

### Barry’s

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/barrys/id1389503012)

Book and manage your fitness classes at this popular studio. Find locations, view schedules, purchase class packs, and even order post-workout shakes. Get ready for a high-intensity workout designed for results.

**Highlights:** Find and book classes, View studio locations, Check class schedules, Purchase class packs, Order Fuel Bar shakes, Manage account

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

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Easy to book classes
- 👍 Intuitive and user-friendly
- 💪 Great workout experience
- 🙌 Smooth and efficient app
- 🔋 Convenient mobile experience

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Constant log-outs and password issues
- 🚫 No push notifications for waitlist updates
- 🤔 Confusing reservation confirmation process
- 🕰️ Missing class time information
- 🌍 Limited international support

**Reported bugs**

- Incorrect class date display
- Inconsistent smoothie ordering options
- My Classes section not loading properly
- Inability to view classes outside of the US

**Requested features**

- Add ability to switch between regions/countries
- Implement waitlist spot visibility
- Allow changing reserved spots without cancellation
- Integrate with Google Calendar
- Add instructor rating/review functionality


### [solidcore]

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/solidcore/id1452460311)

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

This app allows members to find and book pay-as-you-go fitness classes. Users can connect with friends, see their class schedules, book them into classes, and share their own class activities. Track your fitness journey and stay motivated by seeing your class completion history.

**Highlights:** Find and book classes, Pay-as-you-go class sign-ups, Connect with friends, See friends' class schedules, Book friends into classes, Share class activities, Track class completion

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

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Easy to use
- 👍 Efficient booking process
- ⭐ Great workout classes

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Glitchy and slow app
- 📆 Lack of class package management
- 🔍 Unclear waitlist information
- 🔒 Privacy concerns with calendar access

**Reported bugs**

- Inconsistent class credit tracking
- Unreliable class cancellation and refund process
- Frequent crashes and loading issues

**Requested features**

- Ability to see class package balances
- Waitlist position visibility
- Option to add classes to calendar without full access
- Improved app stability and performance


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Barry’s free?

Barry’s is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is [solidcore] free?

[solidcore] is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Barry’s or [solidcore]?

Barry’s is rated higher. Barry’s averages 5.0 out of 5 from 35K ratings, while [solidcore] averages 4.9 from 29K ratings.

### Do Barry’s or [solidcore] have ads?

[solidcore] shows ads; Barry’s does not.

### Which is updated more often, Barry’s or [solidcore]?

Barry’s ships an update every 4 weeks, and [solidcore] every 6 weeks. Most recently, Barry’s was updated on October 13, 2026 and [solidcore] on October 13, 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.*