# PunchLab vs Shadow Boxing Workout App

PunchLab and Shadow Boxing Workout App both sit at 4.7 stars, but that hides the real split: 96% of Shadow Boxing Workout App's written reviews are positive against 86% of PunchLab's. Shadow Boxing Workout App also leads on ratings volume (3K vs 809). PunchLab's advantage is iOS requirement (15.1 vs 17.0). On price, rating, update cadence and ads there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. PunchLab sells 9 in-app purchases, starting at $17.99 per month and Shadow Boxing Workout App sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $14.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.7 for PunchLab against 4.9 for Shadow Boxing Workout App. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 809 and 3K respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 86% of PunchLab's written reviews are positive against 96% of Shadow Boxing Workout App's.

PunchLab ships an update every 9 days, Shadow Boxing Workout App weekly. The most recent releases landed on October 26, 2026 and October 29, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | PunchLab | Shadow Boxing Workout App |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.7 (809 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/punchlab-boxing-workout/id1402134277/reviews) | **[4.9 (3K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/shadow-boxing-workout-app/id1510911574/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 809 | **3K** |
| Positive reviews | 86.2% of reviews | **96.4% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 9 days | **Weekly** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 115 MB | 163 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.1** | 17.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | **iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch** |
| Age rating | 4+ | +4 |
| Developer | [PunchLab SRL](https://appshunter.io/developer/1475090696) | [Marc Gauthier](https://appshunter.io/developer/834944348) |

## What reviewers say

### PunchLab

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/punchlab-boxing-workout/id1402134277)

Engage in interactive boxing and kickboxing workouts at home with expert coaches. Track your punches, monitor progress, and burn calories without any equipment. Join a global community for a complete fitness experience.

**Highlights:** Interactive follow-along workouts, Real-time punch tracking, Calorie burn estimation, Personalized progress tracking, On-demand coach-designed sessions, Punching bag integration

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

**In-app purchases (9)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly Plan | $17.99 | per month |
| Monthly Plan | $17.99 | per month |
| PunchLab Plan - Quarterly | $34.99 | per 3 months |
| Quarterly Plan | $34.99 | per 3 months |
| Quarterly Plan | $34.99 | per 3 months |
| Unlimited Membership - Annual | $79.99 | per year |
| Yearly Plan | $79.99 | per year |
| Yearly Plan | $79.99 | per year |
| Yearly Plan | $79.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Solid coaching
- 👍 Engaging for ex-grapplers
- 👍 Brilliant for fitness and learning
- 👍 Excellent for boxing technique and fitness
- 👍 Great for solo heavy bag work

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Music issues during workouts
- 🐛 App crashes and bugs
- 🔒 Everything behind paywall
- 🔒 Strap issues and needs improvement

**Reported bugs**

- App crashing mid-workout
- Incorrect combination display
- Subscription issues and unexpected charges

**Requested features**

- More Muay Thai and kickboxing workouts
- Ability to control music volume separately
- Longer and more advanced workouts
- Integration with fitness tracking apps
- Customizable workout plans


### Shadow Boxing Workout App

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/shadow-boxing-workout-app/id1510911574)

This app provides virtual boxing coaching for home or gym training. It offers pre-made sessions or allows you to create custom workouts with various exercises and intensity levels. Learn boxing techniques, improve skills, and track your progress.

**Highlights:** Virtual boxing coach, Customizable workouts, Pre-made training sessions, No equipment required, Tutorial videos for techniques, Variety of boxing drills, Progress tracking

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

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly Subscription | $14.99 | per month |
| Premium | $59.99 | per 6 months |
| Yearly Subscription | $79.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Beginner-friendly
- 🤝 Excellent customer service
- 🔥 Effective workouts
- 🧠 Helps improve focus and technique
- 🎨 Customizable workouts

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🤖 Robotic-sounding voice commands
- 💰 Premium features locked behind subscription
- 🔍 Difficulty finding and editing custom workouts
- 🔊 Audio issues when receiving phone calls

**Reported bugs**

- Voice commands not always responsive
- Occasional app crashes

**Requested features**

- Slower pace for beginners
- More detailed instructions on defense and footwork
- Ability to save and edit custom workouts
- Integration with fitness tracking apps
- Kickboxing or Muay Thai workouts


## Frequently asked questions

### Is PunchLab free?

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

### Is Shadow Boxing Workout App free?

Shadow Boxing Workout App is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, PunchLab or Shadow Boxing Workout App?

Shadow Boxing Workout App is rated higher. PunchLab averages 4.7 out of 5 from 809 ratings, while Shadow Boxing Workout App averages 4.9 from 3K ratings.

### Do PunchLab or Shadow Boxing Workout App have ads?

Neither PunchLab nor Shadow Boxing Workout App shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, PunchLab or Shadow Boxing Workout App?

PunchLab ships an update every 9 days, and Shadow Boxing Workout App weekly. Most recently, PunchLab was updated on October 26, 2026 and Shadow Boxing Workout App on October 29, 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.*