Comparison

Arm Care vs 4APP Sports

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

Head to head
About

Arm Care

This app uses a strength sensor to measure arm strength, fatigue, and recovery. It then provides personalized training programs to improve velocity and prevent injuries. Thousands of players and MLB teams rely on this technology for arm health monitoring.

Highlights
  • Measure arm strength and range of motion
  • Track fatigue and recovery metrics
  • Individualized throwing and arm care programs
  • Identify and strengthen weak links
  • Monitor arm health and velocity gains
  • Customized daily training routines
Features
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The ArmCare App is designed to be used with the ArmCare Strength Sensor. ArmCare Technology uses your strength, fatigue and recovery data to individualize training and unlock the potential for huge velocity gains. Gone are the days of using the same arm care band routine. The future is knowing where you are weak, how your arm fatigues and if you are recovering optimally between outings. Thousands of players and over 20 MLB teams are using the ArmCare technology to monitor arm health and velocity. HOW IT WORKS 1. MEASURE YOUR STRENGTH Using the ArmCare Sensor, accurately measure the strength & range of motion of your arm in 5 minutes…with no assistance needed. 2. CHECK YOUR KEY METRICS Strength, Fatigue, Recovery are used to individualize throwing programs, bullpens, pitch counts, velocity programs, pitch design & mechanics 3. ARMCARE OPTIMIZED FOR YOU The app prescribes customized arm care programs to attack your weak links. You know exactly what training to do to get results fast BENEFITS - Players will get real metrics on their rotator cuff strength the same way a bat sensor helps dial in swing path and launch angle. - Players will receive custom arm care programs everyday to help strengthen their weak links, rather than a one size fits all program. - Each player will know exactly what to do to keep his arm feeling fresh and strong all season long. No Medical Advice: - The Program provides general information only and does not constitute providing medical or health care services of any kind, nor engagement in human subjects research. - The information provided in the Program is not medical advice and should not be treated as such. Arm Care subscription Premium: Arm Care plans: Annual: $72 Payments and Renewal: Payment will be charged to iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase. Subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24-hours before the end of the current period. Account will be charged for renewal within 24-hours prior to the end of the current period. You can manage or turn off auto-renew in your Account settings at any time after purchase. No cancellation of the current subscription is allowed during the active period. Terms of use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy policy: https://armcare.com/pages/privacy-policy

About

4APP Sports

Enhance your pitching performance with advanced training tools and analytics. Improve velocity, command, and health, and track your progress to stand out to scouts and recruiters. Tailored programs and expert analysis help pitchers of all levels reach their full potential.

Highlights
  • Custom remote training
  • Pitching mechanics video analysis
  • Daily throwing programs
  • Command tracking tools
  • Daily health tracking
  • Hitter attack plans
  • Pitching journals
Features
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45,000+ players trust 4APP to throw harder, walk fewer batters, and stay healthy while doing it. - 93% improve command - 87% gain velocity - 60% feel healthier - 40% gain 5+ mph in just 30 days Created by Cy Young Award winner Trevor Bauer, the Ultimate Pitching Program helps pitchers dramatically improve their game: - Struggling to throw harder?  - Can’t hit your spots? - Losing stamina late in games?  - Battling constant injuries?  - Trying to stand out to scouts?  - Having trouble recovering after a game? Whether you’re chasing a spot on a new team, aiming to impress college recruiters, or simply looking to enjoy the game more, 4APP Sports has the tools you need to succeed. - Custom Remote Training tailored to your goals and needs  - Pitching Mechanics Video Analysis by the pros  - Daily Throwing Programs for consistent progress  - Command-Tracking Tools to master the strike zone  - Daily Health Tracking for optimal recovery and peak performance  - Hitter Attack Plans to dominate every at-bat  - Pitching Journals to track your growth Subscription Tiers for Every Pitcher Pitching Lite: - Health Tracking  - Command Tracking + Bullpen Coach  - Pitching Journal  Pitching Essentials: - Health Tracking + In-Depth Insights from Pro Coaches  - Command Tracking + Pro Bullpen Coach  - Hitter Attack Plans and Heat Maps  - Pitching Journal  Ultimate Pitching Program: - Fully Customized Training  - Monthly Throwing Programs  - Exclusive Video Content Library  - Health Tracking + In-Depth Insights from Pro Coaches  - Command Tracking + Pro Bullpen Coach  - Hitter Attack Plans and Heat Maps  - Pitching Journal  4APP Sports is redefining the way pitchers train and recover. Used by pitchers at every level—from T-Ball to the Big Leagues—4APP provides the tools, insights, and guidance to help you unlock your full potential. What are you waiting for? Join thousands of pitchers already transforming their game. Download 4APP Sports today and start your journey to the top of the mound! Terms of Use: https://www.4appsports.com/terms

Screenshots

Arm Care4 screens
4APP Sports4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Arm Care at 4.9 against 4APP Sports's 4.4. Arm Care also leads on ratings volume (3K vs 195) and review sentiment (76% vs 65%). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases 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. Arm Care sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $11.99 per month and 4APP Sports sells 14 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Arm Care holds the better App Store score, 4.9 against 4.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Arm Care has 3K ratings behind it against 195, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 76% of Arm Care's written reviews are positive against 65% of 4APP Sports's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Arm Care ships an update every 2 weeks, 4APP Sports every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 24, 2026 and September 21, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 6 level
Arm Care versus 4APP Sports: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterArm Care4APP Sports
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.9 (3K ratings) — better4.4 (195 ratings)
Positive reviews75.6% of reviews — better65.4% of reviews
Number of ratings3K — better195
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeks — betterEvery 3 weeks
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationSubscriptionSubscription
Best chart rank#191#152 — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone
Requires iOS15.0 — better17.1
Further details — not scored
Size189 MB357 MB
Age rating12+4+
DeveloperArmCare4APP Sports LLC

Customer experience

Arm Care

All ratings2,991 ratings
Positive97.2%
Neutral1.3%
Negative1.6%
Written reviews41 reviews
Positive75.6%
Neutral4.9%
Negative19.5%

4APP Sports

All ratings195 ratings
Positive83.1%
Neutral5.6%
Negative11.3%
Written reviews26 reviews
Positive65.4%
Neutral19.2%
Negative15.4%

Bugs and requests

Arm Care

Reported bugs

2 issues
  • App turns off during exercises
  • Pauses music when opened

Requested features

3 requests
  • Ability to cancel subscription within the app
  • Offline mode for workouts
  • Improved music integration

4APP Sports

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

10 purchases

Arm Care

Subscriptions10
  • Premium$11.991 Month
  • Premium7 Days trial$12.001 Month
  • Premium7 Days trial$15.001 Month
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  • Premium1 Year trial$15.001 Month
  • Premium7 Days trial$72.001 Year
  • Premium1 Month trial$72.001 Year
  • Premium1 Year trial2 variants$72.001 Year
  • Premium$72.001 Year
  • Premium7 Days trial$99.001 Year
  • Premium1 Year trial$99.001 Year
14 purchases

4APP Sports

Subscriptions13
  • Pitching Essentials7 Days trial$9.991 Month
  • Double-A Monthly$99.001 Month
  • Pitching Essentials Annual7 Days trial$99.991 Year
Show 10 more
  • Pitching Essentials (1 Year)7 Days trial$99.991 Year
  • Ultimate Pitching Program$199.991 Month
  • Double-A 3 Months$269.003 Months
  • Triple-A Monthly$549.001 Month
  • Double-A Annual$900.001 Year
  • Triple-A 3 Months$1499.993 Months
  • Ultimate Pitching Program$1799.991 Year
  • Pro 3 Months$2999.003 Months
  • Triple-A Annual$5199.991 Year
  • Pro 6 Months$5399.996 Months
One-time1
  • Mechanical Analysis$199.99

Questions

Is Arm Care free?
Arm Care is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is 4APP Sports free?
4APP Sports is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Arm Care or 4APP Sports?
Arm Care is rated higher. Arm Care averages 4.9 out of 5 from 3K ratings, while 4APP Sports averages 4.4 from 195 ratings.
Do Arm Care or 4APP Sports have ads?
Neither Arm Care nor 4APP Sports shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Arm Care or 4APP Sports?
Arm Care ships an update every 2 weeks, and 4APP Sports every 3 weeks. Most recently, Arm Care was updated on September 24, 2026 and 4APP Sports on September 21, 2026.
Which is more popular, Arm Care or 4APP Sports?
Arm Care currently peaks at #191 in the App Store charts, and 4APP Sports at #152. Chart position reflects recent download velocity rather than total install base.

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