# Shift vs Rings

The clearest difference is update cadence: Shift at every 11 days against Rings's every 3 weeks. Rings's advantage is iOS requirement (17.0 vs 26.0). On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Shift sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month and Rings sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Shift ships an update every 11 days, Rings every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 2, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Shift | Rings |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.5 (57 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/shift-workout-with-podcasts/id1406183218/reviews)** | — |
| Number of ratings | **57** | — |
| Positive reviews | 76.7% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 11 days** | Every 3 weeks |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | — |
| Size | 39 MB | 11 MB |
| Requires iOS | 26.0 | **17.0** |
| Devices | **iPhone, Apple Watch** | iPhone |
| Age rating | 12+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Jazzlab Tech AS](https://appshunter.io/developer/1551986140) | [Alexander Grigoriev](https://appshunter.io/developer/1490650957) |

## What reviewers say

### Shift

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/shift-workout-with-podcasts/id1406183218)

This app intelligently switches between playing music during high-intensity workout periods and podcasts during rest periods. It automatically adjusts audio based on your activity, allowing for an uninterrupted workout experience. Integrates with popular music services and Apple Health.

**Highlights:** Automatic music/podcast switching, Workout intensity detection, Spotify/Apple Music integration, Podcast library access, Apple Health integration, Heart rate tracking

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

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Unlimited access | $4.99 | per month |
| Unlimited access | $29.99 | per year |


### Rings

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/rings-meditation-timer/id6815719439)

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Rings Pro Monthly | $3.99 | per month |
| Rings Pro Yearly | $19.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Shift free?

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

### Is Rings free?

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

### Do Shift or Rings have ads?

Neither Shift nor Rings shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Shift or Rings?

Shift ships an update every 11 days, and Rings every 3 weeks. Most recently, Shift was updated on November 2, 2026 and Rings on October 31, 2026.

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