# Singletrack Studio vs Ascend

The clearest difference is monetization model: Singletrack Studio at free with in-app purchases against Ascend's subscription. Singletrack Studio also leads on review sentiment (100% vs 88%) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.1). Ascend's advantage is ratings volume (4 vs 1). On price, rating, update cadence and ads there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Singletrack Studio sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month and Ascend sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $24.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 5.0 for Singletrack Studio against 5.0 for Ascend. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 1 and 4 respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 100% of Singletrack Studio's written reviews are positive against 88% of Ascend's.

Singletrack Studio ships an update every 3 weeks, Ascend every 2 weeks. Both last shipped on October 24, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Singletrack Studio | Ascend |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/singletrack-studio/id1518791470/reviews) | [5.0 (4 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ascend-shaped-by-the-trails/id1577830481/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 1 | **4** |
| Positive reviews | **100.0% of reviews** | 87.5% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | **Every 2 weeks** |
| Monetization | **Free with in-app purchases** | Subscription |
| Size | 36 MB | 21 MB |
| Requires iOS | **13.0** | 15.1 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Singletrack](https://appshunter.io/developer/1563456698) | [Albon App AS](https://appshunter.io/developer/1577830483) |

## What reviewers say

### Singletrack Studio

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/singletrack-studio/id1518791470)

Access South Africa's premier online gym anytime, anywhere. Offers a wide range of fitness classes like cycling, yoga, and pilates to help you build sustainable healthy habits.

**Highlights:** Unlimited workout access, Cycling classes, Yoga classes, Pilates classes, 24/7 availability, Habit formation focus

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Singletrack Corporate 100 | $4.99 | per month |
| Digital Classes | $21.99 | per month |
| Digital Classes & Bike Rental | $81.99 | per month |


### Ascend

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ascend-shaped-by-the-trails/id1577830481)

This app offers intelligent, adaptive training plans for trail runners. It focuses on running impact and provides a comprehensive toolkit including cross-training, strength routines, and strategy sessions. Get personalized guidance to become a faster, stronger trail runner.

**Highlights:** Adaptive training plans, Running Impact metric, Trail-specific metrics, Cross-training options, Strength routines, Fueling guidance, Personalized coaching

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| One month subscription | $24.99 | per month |
| Yearly subscription | $149.99 | per year |
| Yearly subscription | $209.00 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Singletrack Studio free?

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

### Is Ascend free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Singletrack Studio or Ascend?

Singletrack Studio and Ascend are both rated 5.0 out of 5 on the App Store, from 1 and 4 ratings respectively.

### Do Singletrack Studio or Ascend have ads?

Neither Singletrack Studio nor Ascend shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Singletrack Studio or Ascend?

Singletrack Studio ships an update every 3 weeks, and Ascend every 2 weeks. Most recently, Singletrack Studio was updated on October 24, 2026 and Ascend on October 24, 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.*