Comparison

Shift Companion vs Studio

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

Head to head
About

Shift Companion

Access all your Shift Network courses, summits, and certifications on your mobile device. Stream or download video and audio content for offline learning, and manage your personal library of transformational programs.

Highlights
  • Access Shift Network programs
  • Stream or download video/audio
  • Offline access to lessons
  • Personal library of programs
  • Flexible playback options
  • Downloadable session resources
Features
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Access all your Shift Network programs anytime, anywhere. Shift is the official companion app for The Shift Network, putting your courses, summits, and certifications right in your pocket. Stream or Download Watch video sessions and listen to audio content on your schedule. Download sessions for offline access so you never miss a lesson, even without an internet connection. Your Personal Library Browse your complete catalog of Shift programs in one place. From transformational courses to multi-unit certification programs, everything is organized and easy to find. Flexible Playback Continue listening with the mini player while you browse. Enjoy Picture-in-Picture video, background audio, subtitles, and adjustable streaming quality from 240p to 1080p. Offline Ready Built for learning on the go. Download video, audio, and session resources like PDFs to access them without Wi-Fi. Manage your downloads and storage easily from one screen. Session Resources Access supplemental materials for each session including downloadable files, links, and written posts, all within the app. Sign in with your Shift Network account to get started.

About

Studio

Receive tailored guidance for personal development, fitness, and skill acquisition. This app provides daily, step-by-step plans designed to help you achieve your objectives without confusion. Track your progress and receive adaptive feedback to stay motivated.

Highlights
  • Personalized goal-tailored plans
  • Daily lessons and activities
  • Progress tracking and updates
  • Quizzes for learning reinforcement
  • Adaptive coaching and feedback
  • Momentum-building streaks
Features
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Get personalized coaching from the world's best & change your life. Studio is the only app you need to achieve your goals—whether you're training for a half-marathon, learning philosophy, reaching your ideal weight, or mastering a new skill. Every plan is personalized to you. No guesswork. No overwhelm. Just clear, daily steps that keep you moving forward. FEATURES INCLUDE: * Personalized plans tailored to your goals * Daily lessons and guided activities * At-a-glance progress updates * Quizzes to reinforce learning * Reflection prompts to deepen insight * Adaptive coaching and feedback * Progress tracking across key metrics * Smart notifications and reminders * Streaks to build momentum * And more Whether you're focused on learning, fitness, mental growth, or building better habits, Studio gives you the structure and support to turn ambition into results—one day at a time. Start your journey today.

Screenshots

Shift Companion4 screens
Studio4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: Studio at every 2 days against Shift Companion's every 2 months. Studio also leads on ratings volume (316 vs 3). Shift Companion's advantage is rating (5.0 vs 4.8) and review sentiment (100% vs 90%). 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Shift Companion holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Studio has 316 ratings behind it against 3, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 100% of Shift Companion's written reviews are positive against 90% of Studio's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Shift Companion ships an update every 2 months, Studio every 2 days. The most recent releases landed on November 3, 2026 and November 12, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
Shift Companion versus Studio: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterShift CompanionStudio
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (3 ratings) — better4.8 (316 ratings)
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews — better90.5% of reviews
Number of ratings3316 — better
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsEvery 2 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFreeFree
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, Apple Watch
Requires iOS15.1 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size42 MB65 MB
Age rating17+4+
DeveloperThe Shift NetworkOpenmind Learning, Inc

Customer experience

Shift Companion

All ratings3 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Studio

All ratings316 ratings
Positive93.7%
Neutral2.5%
Negative3.8%
Written reviews263 reviews
Positive90.5%
Neutral3.8%
Negative5.7%

In-app purchases

None

Shift Companion

No in-app purchases

None

Studio

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Shift Companion free?
Shift Companion is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Studio free?
Studio is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Shift Companion or Studio?
Shift Companion is rated higher. Shift Companion averages 5.0 out of 5 from 3 ratings, while Studio averages 4.8 from 316 ratings.
Do Shift Companion or Studio have ads?
Neither Shift Companion nor Studio shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Shift Companion or Studio?
Shift Companion ships an update every 2 months, and Studio every 2 days. Most recently, Shift Companion was updated on November 3, 2026 and Studio on November 12, 2026.

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