Comparison

Judokai vs ThePanash

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

Head to head
About

Judokai

Master Kodokan Judo techniques with detailed, slow-motion video demonstrations. Access all techniques anytime, anywhere, and download them for offline viewing. Learn from a 6th Dan Judo champion.

Highlights
  • Detailed Kodokan Judo techniques
  • 240 FPS slow-motion video
  • Offline video downloads
  • Learn from a 6th Dan champion
  • All Judo techniques accessible
Features
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JUDOKAI — Your Kodokan Judo Reference Study the traditional techniques of Kodokan Judo through detailed, high-quality demonstrations. Explore Kata performed by respected Judo practitioners, study techniques from multiple angles, and keep your entire Judo reference library available wherever you train. EVERY KODOKAN TECHNIQUE Every traditional Kodokan Judo technique is demonstrated by César Nicola, 6th Dan, World Veterans Champion and National Judo Shiai & Kata Champion. Study the complete execution of each technique and replay it whenever you want to examine the movement, positioning and technical details. SEE THE TECHNIQUE FROM MULTIPLE ANGLES Carefully selected camera angles give you different perspectives of each technique, helping you observe the complete movement and focus on the details that matter. EXPLORE JUDO KATA Study dedicated Kata modules performed by respected Judo practitioners. Explore each Kata technique in detail and return to the demonstrations whenever you want to review and refine your understanding. STUDY OFFLINE Every Judo technique and Kata video can be saved for offline playback. Study at the dojo, at home, while traveling, or anywhere without an internet connection. BUILD YOUR PERSONAL REFERENCE • Bookmark techniques for quick access • Save techniques for offline playback • Revisit your favorite techniques whenever you need • Keep your Judo reference with you wherever you train FOR JUDOKAS WHO WANT TO STUDY THE DETAILS Whether you're learning a technique, reviewing what you practiced at the dojo, studying for a grading, working on Kata, or simply looking for a reliable technical reference, JUDOKAI puts traditional Kodokan Judo at your fingertips. JUDOKAI isn't a replacement for the dojo. It's the technical reference you can use alongside your training to watch, review and study Judo techniques in greater detail. Study the technique. Review the details. Strive for perfection.

About

ThePanash

This app provides personalized strength and bodybuilding coaching with science-based training cycles. It features automatic personal record saving, progress visualization, and an intuitive interface for logging workouts. Users can also compare their performance on a community leaderboard.

Highlights
  • Personalized training programs
  • Automatic personal record saving
  • Progress visualization with graphs
  • Intuitive workout logging
  • Community leaderboard
  • Science-based training cycles
Features
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Push your limits with ThePanash, the app designed by and for strength enthusiasts. Whether you're a seasoned powerlifter or looking to transform your physique, ThePanash offers a premium, personalized strength and bodybuilding coaching experience. - Personalized Programs: Access science-based training cycles tailored to your level (beginner to expert). - Performance Tracking: - Automatically saves your personal records. - Visualize your progress with detailed graphs. - Intuitive Interface: No more spreadsheets or paper notebooks! Log your workouts in just a few clicks and let the app calculate your weights automatically. - Community Leaderboard: Compare your level with other members of ThePanash community and climb the leaderboard. Terms of Use: https://thepanash.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/CGU_CGV_ThePanash.pdf

Screenshots

Judokai4 screens
ThePanash4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Judokai at 4.7 against ThePanash's 3.0. Judokai also leads on ratings volume (191 vs 2). ThePanash's advantage is update cadence (every 4 days vs every 3 weeks) and review sentiment (100% vs 74%). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model 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. Judokai sells 10 one-off in-app purchases and ThePanash sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $34.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Judokai holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 3.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Judokai has 191 ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 74% of Judokai's written reviews are positive against 100% of ThePanash's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Judokai ships an update every 3 weeks, ThePanash every 4 days. The most recent releases landed on September 25, 2026 and September 22, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
Judokai versus ThePanash: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterJudokaiThePanash
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.7 (191 ratings) — better3.0 (2 ratings)
Positive reviews74.4% of reviews100.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings191 — better2
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeksEvery 4 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFreemium
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.0 — better15.1
Further details — not scored
Size45 MB61 MB
Age rating4+12+
DeveloperEduardo Costa Producoes Audiovisuais LDAThePanash

Customer experience

Judokai

All ratings191 ratings
Positive92.7%
Neutral2.6%
Negative4.7%
Written reviews39 reviews
Positive74.4%
Neutral7.7%
Negative17.9%

ThePanash

All ratings2 ratings
Positive50.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative50.0%
Written reviews3 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

10 purchases

Judokai

One-time10
  • Ma-sutemi-waza$1.99
  • Koshi-waza$2.99
  • Osaekomi-waza$2.99
Show 7 more
  • Kansetsu-waza$2.99
  • Shime-waza$3.99
  • Yoko-sutemi-waza$4.99
  • Te-waza$4.99
  • Kodokan Goshin Jutsu$4.99
  • Ashi-waza$6.99
  • Judokai$14.99
3 purchases

ThePanash

Subscriptions2
  • Monthly Premium$34.991 Month
  • Annual Premium$299.991 Year
One-time1
  • SUMMER 2026$24.99

Questions

Is Judokai free?
Judokai is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is ThePanash free?
ThePanash is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Judokai or ThePanash?
Judokai is rated higher. Judokai averages 4.7 out of 5 from 191 ratings, while ThePanash averages 3.0 from 2 ratings.
Do Judokai or ThePanash have ads?
Neither Judokai nor ThePanash shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Judokai or ThePanash?
Judokai ships an update every 3 weeks, and ThePanash every 4 days. Most recently, Judokai was updated on September 25, 2026 and ThePanash on September 22, 2026.

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