Amanda Nighbert vs Train with Joan
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Amanda Nighbert
This 7-week online health and wellness program guides you through energized and nourished living. Work daily with a registered dietitian for nutrition education, support, and accountability. Includes comprehensive guides, meal plans, and exercise routines.
- 7-week online program
- Daily guidance from registered dietitian
- Nutrition education and support
- 50-page comprehensive guide
- 6-week meal plan
- Weekly exercise plans (modified, beginner, advanced)
- Daily support and accountability
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LEAN Living Energized and Nourished with Amanda Nighbert is a 7 week online health and wellness program. The LEAN app is used to facilitate the 7 week program. In the LEAN program you will work daily with Amanda Nighbert a registered dietitian with 18 years experience in the field of weight loss. She will guide you through this 7 week program and provide valuable nutrition education and support. In the seven week program you will receive: 50 page comprehensive guide 6 week meal plan guide Weekly exercise plans including a modified, beginner, and advance option Daily support and accountability Weekly live Q and A session and educational session
Train with Joan
This fitness app offers guided workouts, healthy recipes, and expert advice for women. It includes tailored exercise plans, a recipe library, and a supportive community to help you achieve your wellness goals. Track your progress and stay motivated on your fitness journey.
- Guided workouts with minimal equipment
- Tailored fitness plans for all levels
- Extensive recipe library and meal planner
- Grocery list generator
- Supportive online community
- Progress tracking tools
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Transform Your Lifestyle with Train With Joan Train With Joan is your all-in-one fitness companion designed specifically for women who want to embark on a journey towards better health and wellness. Regardless of where you are on your fitness journey, this app makes it easier than ever to prioritize your wellbeing. You'll enjoy fully guided workouts, nourishing recipes, and expert guidance from Joan MacDonald and her coach and daughter, Michelle MacDonald. Plus, join a global community of inspiring individuals who will motivate and support you every step of the way. Key Features Follow Along Workouts - Minimal Equipment Needed: Exercise at home or anywhere with easy-to-follow routines. - Tailored Plans: Choose from Limited Range of Motion, Beginner, and Intermediate plans that suit your level. - Comprehensive Guidance: Follow along with videos, voice-over instructions, and detailed tips. - Safety First: Enjoy warm-ups, cool-downs, and rest days to prevent injury and support recovery. - Built-In Tools: Utilize built-in reps, sets, and timers to simplify your workouts. Nutrition Made Easy - Curated Meal Plans: Complement your training with expertly designed meal plans. - Custom Planner: Create personalized meal plans with easy swaps and leftover options. - Recipe Library: Access 100s of delicious recipes for any diet or lifestyle. - Grocery List Generator: Simplify your shopping with auto-generated grocery lists. Inspiration and Motivation - Private Community: Connect with a supportive community for accountability and encouragement. - Tracking Tools: Log physical changes and track workout streaks to stay on course. - Expert Support: Receive guidance from Joan, Michelle, and the global community. Subscription Pricing & Terms Train With Joan offers two subscription options: Annual: $119.99 Monthly: $19.99 Payment will be charged to your credit card through your iTunes account at confirmation of purchase. Annual subscriptions are billed the total annual fee from the purchase date, while monthly subscriptions are billed monthly. Your subscription will renew automatically unless you manage your subscription and turn off auto-renew in your account settings at least 24 hours before the current period ends. Because it’s never too late to change your life! Download Train With Joan today and start your journey to a healthier, happier you. Privacy policy: https//trainwithjoan.plankk.com/privacy Terms of use: https//trainwithjoan.plankk.com/tos
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Verdict
The clearest difference is review sentiment: Amanda Nighbert at 74% against Train with Joan's 34%. Amanda Nighbert also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 2) and rating (4.7 vs 4.5). On price, update cadence, ads and device support there is nothing between them.
Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS
Both are free to download. Train with Joan sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $19.99 per month. Amanda Nighbert asks for nothing beyond the download.
Amanda Nighbert holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Amanda Nighbert has 7.2K ratings behind it against 439, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 74% of Amanda Nighbert's written reviews are positive against 34% of Train with Joan's.
Amanda Nighbert ships an update every 6 weeks, Train with Joan every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 29, 2026 and October 30, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Amanda Nighbert | Train with Joan |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.7 (7.2K ratings) — better | 4.5 (439 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 73.6% of reviews — better | 34.1% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 7.2K — better | 439 |
| Update frequency | Every 6 weeks — better | Every 2 months |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | Paid — better | Subscription |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 15.1 — better | 16.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 35 MB | 207 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Thoroughbred Solutions LLC | Plankk Media Inc. |
Customer experience
Amanda Nighbert
Train with Joan
User reviews
Amanda Nighbert
From 7.2K App Store ratingsWhat we love
- 👍 Easy to navigate app
- 🚀 All resources in one place
- 💡 Comprehensive program with nutrition and exercise
- 👍 Supportive community and accountability
- 👍 Sustainable lifestyle changes
Room to improve
- 🐛 Scanning feature doesn't work well
- 🔍 Difficulty replicating meals from previous days
- 🔍 Unintuitive food tracking and serving size options
- 🔍 Slow app performance at times
Train with Joan
From 439 App Store ratingsWhat we love
- 🚀 Great workouts
- 👍 Inspiring and motivating
- 🤸♀️ Suitable for all ages and abilities
- 💪 Effective for building strength
Room to improve
- 🐛 Glitchy and buggy app
- 🤔 Repetitive exercise instructions
- 💰 Expensive subscription
- 🤷♀️ Lack of free trial or preview
Bugs and requests
Amanda Nighbert
Reported bugs
2 issues- Cursor visibility issues when typing
- Inconsistent responsiveness of certain buttons
Requested features
5 requests- Ability to share meals with others
- Favorites or frequently used foods section
- Option to edit food entries after adding
- Improved water tracking functionality
- Notifications for forum activity
Train with Joan
Reported bugs
4 issues- App crashes or freezes
- Login and password issues
- Mismatch between video and text instructions
- Inconsistent workout tracking
Requested features
4 requests- Ability to stream workouts to TV
- Improved meal planning and tracking
- More advanced workout options
- Better customer support and responsiveness
In-app purchases
Amanda Nighbert
No in-app purchases
Train with Joan
- Monthly Plan7 Days trial$19.991 Month
- Annual Plan7 Days trial$119.991 Year
Questions
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