Comparison

Barre Definition vs Elevate by Rowen

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Barre Definition

Access a variety of fitness classes including Pilates, Barre, and Cardio workouts. Follow monthly plans or choose specific programs designed for muscle definition, weight loss, and flexibility. Workouts range from 10-45 minutes and can be done offline.

Highlights
  • Monthly fitness plans
  • Follow-along workouts
  • Muscle definition focus
  • Weight loss programs
  • Flexibility and strength training
  • Offline workout access
Features
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1. HOW IT WORKS • Start your free 7 day membership • Follow our monthly plan • Or choose a program 2. RESULTS TO EXPECT: • Muscle definition • Weight loss • Flexibility • Strength 3. DESIGNED FOR: • Women • Beginner to advanced • No prior experience required 4. OUR WORKOUTS: • Follow-along • 10-45 minutes • Body weight resistance 5. STYLES: • Barre • Pilates • Dance Cardio • Yoga • HIIT • Prenatal 5. EQUIPMENT: • Optional hand weights • Optional ankle weights • Optional resistance bands NO INTERNET REQUIRED! (Download & watch offline) SUBSCRIPTION PRICING & TERMS BARRE DEFINITION is free to download. Ongoing use requires an active subscription, available on a monthly or yearly basis. New customers who choose a monthly subscription are eligible for a free trial period. Yearly subscriptions are billed the total annual fee from purchase date. Monthly subscription users are billed per month. Payment will be charged to your credit card through your App Store account at confirmation of purchase. Subscription renews automatically unless cancelled at least 24 hours prior to the end of the subscription period. Subscriptions can be managed and auto-renewal turned off in Account Settings in your AppleID settings after purchase. Once purchased, refunds will not be provided for any unused portion of the term. Terms of Service: https://barredefinition.com/pages/terms-conditions Privacy Policy: https://barredefinition.com/pages/privacy-policy

About

Elevate by Rowen

This online studio offers over 600 guided workouts, including Pilates, strength training, and meditation, with new content added weekly. It aims to help users build strength, feel energized, and foster a positive relationship with their bodies and fitness routines.

Highlights
  • Over 600 guided workouts
  • Sculpt & Pilates classes
  • Strength workouts
  • Rhythm Cycle classes
  • Guided meditation
  • Weekly live classes
  • Community platform
Features
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Falling in love with your workout routine? Yap, it's a thing! Elevate by Rowen is your go-to online studio, designed to uplift and empower you while helping you move and feel energised, build strength, and create a routine that feels good—inside and out. Led by Nike Global Trainer Rowen Aida, the Elevate App brings you over 600+ guided workouts, including Sculpt & Pilates, Strength workouts, Rhythm Cycle, Guided Meditations & more—with fresh new content added every week. Each class is carefully designed to help you reach your fitness goals while building a stronger, more loving relationship with yourself. And the best part? You’re never in this alone. The worldwide Elevate community is here to support, empower, and celebrate you every step of the way. With weekly live classes, seasonal challenges, and an engaging community platform, Elevate keeps you inspired and excited for every workout. Meet Rowen (she/her/hers) In today’s fitness scene, Rowen is known for her empowering, uplifting and holistic teaching style. As a Nike Global Trainer, she has been teaching Pilates, Strength & Rhythm Cycle classes around the globe. During class Rowen focuses on helping you build a stronger relationship with yourself. Through mindful guidance and her infectious energy, each class will leave you feeling lighter and ready to take on new challenges. Start your 7-day free trial and fall in love with your new daily routine. Your Elevate Subscription includes: + Sculpt & Pilates + Strength Workouts + Rhythm Cycle (Indoor Cycle) + High Intensity Workouts + Guided Meditation Practices And more: + Guided Workout Programs & Challenges + Live Classes + Weekly Schedule for ultimate guidance + Engaging Community Platform ▷ Already a Member? Sign-In to access your subscription. ▷ New? Try it for free! Subscribe in the app to get instant access. Elevate by Rowen offers auto-renewing subscriptions. You'll receive unlimited access to content on all your devices. Payment is charged to your Account at confirmation of purchase. Pricing varies by location and is confirmed prior to purchase. Subscription automatically renews each month unless canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current billing period, or the trial period (when offered). Cancel anytime in Account Settings. For more information see our: -Terms of Service: https://watch.elevatebyrowen.com/terms -Privacy Policy: https://watch.elevatebyrowen.com/privacy

Screenshots

Barre Definition4 screens
Elevate by Rowen4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is monetization model: Elevate by Rowen at free with in-app purchases against Barre Definition's subscription. Barre Definition's advantage is ratings volume (2.8K vs 6). On price, rating, review sentiment and update cadence 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Barre Definition sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $29.99 per month and Elevate by Rowen sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $19.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.9 for Barre Definition against 5.0 for Elevate by Rowen. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Barre Definition has 2.8K ratings behind it against 6, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 97% of Barre Definition's written reviews are positive against 100% of Elevate by Rowen's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly monthly. The most recent releases landed on October 19, 2026 and October 2, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
Barre Definition versus Elevate by Rowen: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterBarre DefinitionElevate by Rowen
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.9 (2.8K ratings)5.0 (6 ratings) — better
Positive reviews96.5% of reviews100.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings2.8K — better6
Update frequencyMonthlyMonthly
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationSubscriptionFree with in-app purchases — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple TV — betteriPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.115.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size116 MB65 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperJacquelyn M UmofElevate Productions B.V.

Customer experience

Barre Definition

All ratings2,800 ratings
Positive98.2%
Neutral0.5%
Negative1.4%
Written reviews868 reviews
Positive96.5%
Neutral0.8%
Negative2.6%

Elevate by Rowen

All ratings6 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews12 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Bugs and requests

Barre Definition

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • App freezing and crashing
  • Issues with password reset and login
  • Inconsistent workout tracking and progress logging

Requested features

4 requests
  • More beginner-friendly workout options
  • Ability to provide feedback within the app
  • Improved app stability and performance
  • Clearer subscription management and cancellation process

Elevate by Rowen

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

3 purchases

Barre Definition

Subscriptions3
  • Monthly7 Days trial$29.991 Month
  • Quarterly7 Days trial$74.993 Months
  • Annual7 Days trial$99.991 Year
3 purchases

Elevate by Rowen

Subscriptions3
  • Monthly Subscription7 Days trial$19.991 Month
  • Elevate App Monthly7 Days trial$22.991 Month
  • Elevate App Annually7 Days trial$229.991 Year

Questions

Is Barre Definition free?
Barre Definition is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Elevate by Rowen free?
Elevate by Rowen is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Barre Definition or Elevate by Rowen?
Elevate by Rowen is rated higher. Barre Definition averages 4.9 out of 5 from 2.8K ratings, while Elevate by Rowen averages 5.0 from 6 ratings.
Do Barre Definition or Elevate by Rowen have ads?
Neither Barre Definition nor Elevate by Rowen shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Barre Definition or Elevate by Rowen?
Barre Definition ships an update monthly, and Elevate by Rowen monthly. Most recently, Barre Definition was updated on October 19, 2026 and Elevate by Rowen on October 2, 2026.

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