# Bend vs Stretch+Flexibility~Bend Flex

The clearest difference is ads: Bend at none against Stretch+Flexibility~Bend Flex's shown. Bend also leads on update cadence (every 10 days vs every 7 months) and ratings volume (174K vs 63). Stretch+Flexibility~Bend Flex's advantage is review sentiment (100% vs 86%). On price, in-app purchases, monetization model and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Bend sells 23 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month and Stretch+Flexibility~Bend Flex sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $14.99 per 3 months. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Bend holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Bend has 174K ratings behind it against 63, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 86% of Bend's written reviews are positive against 100% of Stretch+Flexibility~Bend Flex's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

Bend ships an update every 10 days, Stretch+Flexibility~Bend Flex every 7 months. The most recent releases landed on September 24, 2026 and September 23, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Bend | Stretch+Flexibility~Bend Flex |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.8 (174K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bend-stretching-and-flexibility/id1513988468/reviews)** | [4.6 (63 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/stretch-plus-flexibilitybend-flex/id1638295589/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **174K** | 63 |
| Positive reviews | 86.4% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Every 10 days** | Every 7 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | **#38** | — |
| Size | 259 MB | 331 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | **16.0** |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 12+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Bowery Digital](https://appshunter.io/developer/1513988467) | [Fast Builder Limited](https://appshunter.io/developer/596300475) |

## What reviewers say

### Bend

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bend-stretching-and-flexibility/id1513988468)

**Currently charting:** #38 Top Grossing · Health & Fitness, #94 Top Free · Health & Fitness (US App Store)

This app offers a simple and affordable way to incorporate daily stretching into your routine. It provides hundreds of stretches and yoga poses, along with guided routines designed to improve flexibility, relieve pain, and enhance overall well-being for all ages and experience levels.

**Highlights:** Hundreds of stretches and yoga poses, Dozens of guided stretching routines, Customizable routine creation, Routines for specific needs (e.g., posture, sleep), Improve flexibility and mobility, Relieve pain and reduce injury risk

**Features:** Apple Watch app, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (23)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Unlimited Access: All Routines | $2.99 | per month |
| Unlimited Access: All Routines | $4.99 | per month |
| Monthly Membership | $4.99 | per month |
| Monthly Membership | $4.99 | per month |
| Unlimited Access: All Routines | $5.99 | per month |
| Unlimited Access: All Routines | $6.99 | per month |
| Monthly Membership | $7.99 | per month |
| Monthly Membership | $9.99 | per month |
| Monthly Membership | $13.99 | per month |
| Annual Membership (50% Off) | $19.99 | per year |
| Annual Membership (70% Off) | $19.99 | per year |
| Annual Membership (50% Off) | $23.99 | per year |
| Annual Membership (70% Off) | $23.99 | per year |
| Annual Membership (70% Off) | $23.99 | per year |
| Annual Membership (50% Off) | $29.99 | per year |
| Annual Membership (50% Off) | $29.99 | per year |
| Annual Membership (60% Off) | $29.99 | per year |
| Annual Membership (70% Off) | $29.99 | per year |
| Annual Membership (50% Off) | $29.99 | per year |
| Annual Membership (50% Off) | $35.99 | per year |
| Annual Membership (50% Off) | $39.99 | per year |
| Annual Membership | $39.99 | per year |
| Annual Membership (50% Off) | $49.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Simple and easy to use
- 👍 Variety of stretching routines
- 👍 Customizable routines
- 👍 Helpful for improving flexibility and mobility
- 👍 Motivating with streak tracking

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 App crashes and bugs
- 🔒 Everything locked behind paywall
- 🔒 No free trial to test full functionality
- 🔒 Expensive subscription for limited content
- 👎 Lack of visual guidance and instructions for stretches

**Reported bugs**

- Streak tracking issues and data loss
- Inability to access paid content after subscription
- Inconsistent app behavior and crashes

**Requested features**

- Add more stretching categories and routines
- Provide more free content and trial options
- Allow customization of stretch order and duration
- Implement voice guidance and video demonstrations
- Add Apple Watch support and integration


### Stretch+Flexibility~Bend Flex

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/stretch-plus-flexibilitybend-flex/id1638295589)

This app offers structured 28-day plans to improve flexibility, reduce pain, and enhance overall well-being. It features short, guided routines with video demonstrations suitable for all levels and busy schedules.

**Highlights:** Personalized 28-Day Stretch Plans, Quick & Effective Stretch Routines (3-10 min), Beginner-Friendly Guidance, HD Video Demonstrations, Progress Tracking & Motivation, Customized plans based on goals and details

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

**In-app purchases (5)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 7M Stretch Pro | $14.99 | per 3 months |
| Stretching and Flexibility PRO | $19.99 | per month |
| Get Yearly Premium! | $29.99 | per year |
| Premium Stretch Programs | $39.99 | per year |
| 7M Stretch Pro | $49.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Bend free?

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

### Is Stretch+Flexibility~Bend Flex free?

Stretch+Flexibility~Bend Flex is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Bend or Stretch+Flexibility~Bend Flex?

Bend is rated higher. Bend averages 4.8 out of 5 from 174K ratings, while Stretch+Flexibility~Bend Flex averages 4.6 from 63 ratings.

### Do Bend or Stretch+Flexibility~Bend Flex have ads?

Stretch+Flexibility~Bend Flex shows ads; Bend does not.

### Which is updated more often, Bend or Stretch+Flexibility~Bend Flex?

Bend ships an update every 10 days, and Stretch+Flexibility~Bend Flex every 7 months. Most recently, Bend was updated on September 24, 2026 and Stretch+Flexibility~Bend Flex on September 23, 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.*