# Handstand Quest vs Nerd Workout

The clearest difference is rating: Handstand Quest at 4.6 against Nerd Workout's 4.0. Handstand Quest also leads on review sentiment (81% vs 50%) and ratings volume (87 vs 9). Nerd Workout's advantage is iOS requirement (10.0 vs 17.1). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Handstand Quest sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $3.79 per month and Nerd Workout sells 4 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Handstand Quest holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 4.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Handstand Quest has 87 ratings behind it against 9, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 81% of Handstand Quest's written reviews are positive against 50% of Nerd Workout's.

Handstand Quest ships an update every 11 days, Nerd Workout every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 15, 2026 and October 11, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Handstand Quest | Nerd Workout |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.6 (87 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/handstand-quest/id1482090288/reviews)** | [4.0 (9 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/nerd-workout-exercises-app/id1530360108/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **87** | 9 |
| Positive reviews | **81.0% of reviews** | 50.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 11 days** | Every 2 weeks |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 105 MB | 66 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.1 | **10.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [HUMAN QUEST LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1336392082) | [AREDJAL Consulting](https://appshunter.io/developer/1071891150) |

## What reviewers say

### Handstand Quest

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/handstand-quest/id1482090288)

This app helps you track your handstand practice using your voice. Set goals, monitor your progress over time, and stay motivated with daily reminders and structured programs. Improve your core, balance, and overall fitness.

**Highlights:** Voice-tracked handstand practice, Progress tracking and measurement, Goal setting and daily practice reminders, Pre-built workouts and custom programs, Video recording with timer overlay, Apple Health & Siri integration

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

**In-app purchases (5)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly Pro Access | $3.79 | per month |
| Annual Pro Access | $37.99 | per year |
| Today's Log Editor | $2.99 | one-time |
| Full Exercise Catalog | $4.99 | one-time |
| Lifetime Access | $73.00 | one-time |


### Nerd Workout

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/nerd-workout-exercises-app/id1530360108)

This app makes home workouts fun with a unique Workout Tree and gamified challenges. Earn rewards, customize your character, and track progress with daily routines and mini-games.

**Highlights:** Unique Workout Tree, Gamified exercises with rewards, Character customization, Daily workout routines, Mini-games for reaction testing, Cardio, Abs, Shoulders, Arms, Legs training

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

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Fistful of Credits | $0.99 | one-time |
| Pouch of Credits | $3.99 | one-time |
| Bucket of Credits | $8.99 | one-time |
| Barrel of Credits | $17.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Handstand Quest free?

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

### Is Nerd Workout free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Handstand Quest or Nerd Workout?

Handstand Quest is rated higher. Handstand Quest averages 4.6 out of 5 from 87 ratings, while Nerd Workout averages 4.0 from 9 ratings.

### Do Handstand Quest or Nerd Workout have ads?

Neither Handstand Quest nor Nerd Workout shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Handstand Quest or Nerd Workout?

Handstand Quest ships an update every 11 days, and Nerd Workout every 2 weeks. Most recently, Handstand Quest was updated on October 15, 2026 and Nerd Workout on October 11, 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.*