# Back In Shape vs Back Pain Relief

The clearest difference is rating: Back In Shape at 5.0 against Back Pain Relief's 2.5. Back In Shape also leads on ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 21 months). Back Pain Relief's advantage is iOS requirement (13.0 vs 16.4). On price, ratings volume, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Back In Shape sells 7 in-app purchases, starting at $19.99 per month and Back Pain Relief sells 10 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Back In Shape holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 2.5. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 2 and 2 respectively.

Back In Shape ships an update every 3 weeks, Back Pain Relief every 21 months. Both last shipped on November 3, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Back In Shape | Back Pain Relief |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[5.0 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/back-in-shape/id1561014878/reviews)** | [2.5 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/back-pain-relief-exercises/id6444754970/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 2 | 2 |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Every 3 weeks** | Every 21 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 50 MB | 37 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.4 | **13.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 12+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Back In Shape Program Limited](https://appshunter.io/developer/1561014880) | [Samantha Roobol](https://appshunter.io/developer/1415281405) |

## What reviewers say

### Back In Shape

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/back-in-shape/id1561014878)

This app provides access to a comprehensive back and core fitness program, including all phases, flexibility routines, and tutorials. Users can join live coaching calls, access a library of recordings, and engage with a private community for daily support from experts.

**Highlights:** Access all program phases (1-4), Flexibility program & tutorials, Weekly live coaching calls, 200+ recorded sessions, Private community access, Daily expert support

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

**In-app purchases (7)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly Membership | $19.99 | per month |
| Basic Membership | $22.49 | per month |
| Premium Membership | $31.99 | per month |
| Monthly Membership | $44.99 | per month |
| Annual Membership | $99.99 | per year |
| Quarterly Membership | $121.99 | per 3 months |
| Yearly Membership | $449.99 | per year |


### Back Pain Relief

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/back-pain-relief-exercises/id6444754970)

Discover quick and easy exercises to alleviate lower and upper back pain from home. These stretches help ease muscle tension and improve flexibility for effective, chronic pain relief.

**Highlights:** Lower back pain relief exercises, Upper back pain relief exercises, Stretching exercises, Home-based workouts, Muscle tension relief, Improved flexibility

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Strengthen Your Back | $1.99 | one-time |
| Good Posture in 30 Days | $1.99 | one-time |
| Relieve Tight Shoulders | $1.99 | one-time |
| Low Impact HIIT Routine | $1.99 | one-time |
| Remove Ads | $1.99 | one-time |
| Yoga to Soothe Back Pain | $1.99 | one-time |
| Planks For Back Pain | $1.99 | one-time |
| Pilates for Lower Back Pain | $1.99 | one-time |
| Reduce Pain & Build Strength | $1.99 | one-time |
| Full Bundle | $5.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Back In Shape free?

Back In Shape is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Back Pain Relief free?

Back Pain Relief is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Back In Shape or Back Pain Relief?

Back In Shape is rated higher. Back In Shape averages 5.0 out of 5 from 2 ratings, while Back Pain Relief averages 2.5 from 2 ratings.

### Do Back In Shape or Back Pain Relief have ads?

Back Pain Relief shows ads; Back In Shape does not.

### Which is updated more often, Back In Shape or Back Pain Relief?

Back In Shape ships an update every 3 weeks, and Back Pain Relief every 21 months. Most recently, Back In Shape was updated on November 3, 2026 and Back Pain Relief on November 3, 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.*