Comparison

RealSkill vs BAM Virtual Academy

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

Head to head
About

RealSkill

This sports training app offers a comprehensive checklist system for basketball players of all levels. It provides detailed video and audio tutorials, personalized training plans, and progress tracking to help users improve their skills independently.

Highlights
  • Checklist training system
  • New training assignments monthly
  • Detailed video/audio tutorials
  • Personalized skill level customization
  • Progress tracking and notes
  • No partner required
Features
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This world-renowned Checklist Training System utilizes the exact system that Micah Lancaster and I’m Possible Training has used and proven successful for young players to NBA All-Stars. RealSkill includes New Skills, updated regularly, the Drillmat System, All-Around RealSkill, RealFootwork, RealShooter, Real Finishing, RealMovement, RealHandles, I’m Possible Kids, RealLive Workouts, and more programs using training tools found inside Shop Essentials. NEW TRAINING ASSIGNMENTS EVERY MONTH Come back weekly to find new training items added for you to experience within the New Skills section of the app. NO PARTNER? NO PROBLEM. With the training checklist system, Micah literally is your training partner and coach. He's designed every single assignment in his checklist to give you truly world-class training, all on your own. The I’m Possible mission has always been to equip players around the world to train by themselves at a world-class level! YOUR TRAINING, YOUR SCHEDULE Only have 10-20 minutes to train? Just complete one checklist item. Have more time available? Simply check as many training items off your list as you can, all on your schedule. Micah Lancaster’s RealSkill checklist approach takes all the guesswork and pressure off, allowing you to simply focus on your training progress. ELITE TRAINING, CUSTOMIZED TO YOUR SKILL LEVEL Every year, Micah successfully trains every skill level, from the youngest players to best of the best in the NBA. No matter your age, skill level, or what your current game looks like, the RealSkill approach is fully customized to meet all of your personal training needs, delivering game-ready results today. HIGHLY DETAILED VIDEO & AUDIO TUTORIALS Throughout every tutorial in each training checklist, Micah teaches you each of his methods with the incredible detail he's known for around the world. You'll understand exactly how to perform and improve each training method, and why each item on the checklist is going to change your game! TRACK YOUR PROGRESS, TAKE NOTES, SET REMINDERS From Micah's most basic training methods to his most advanced, all are essential. Each checklist items allows you to track your training progress, take detailed notes, and set personal reminders using tabs like "Favorites", "Needs Work", and more. Micah has made it easier than ever to come back and master every game-changing skill as often as you want, putting the checklist process completely in your control. Terms of use -> https://hq.possibletraining.com/terms-conditions2/ Privacy policy -> https://hq.possibletraining.com/privacy2/

About

BAM Virtual Academy

Features
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By Any Means Virtual Academy puts a pro-level player development system in your pocket. Built for serious basketball players who want calculated development! Follow structured programs, train along with film, build your own workouts, and stay accountable every day. WHAT'S INSIDE • Daily Training Programs Skill work, strength and conditioning, and mental training — laid out week by week so you always know what to do next. • Film Room Two ways to study the game. Train-Along: watch a move, then go do it with the timer running. Film Study: sit back, break down full film, and take notes. • Workout Builder Build your own sessions from a library of drills, add custom moves with sets, reps, and rest, and tie a film clip to any drill. • Readiness Checks Quick daily check-in that tells you how hard to push today — so you train smart, not just hard. • Your Coach, Connected Send video and voice notes, get feedback, and stay locked in between sessions. • Track Your Progress See your sessions, minutes, and streaks add up over time. Membership is required to access training content. Already a member? Just sign in. By Any Means Basketball — train like a pro, anywhere. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

RealSkill4 screens
BAM Virtual Academy4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: RealSkill at every 6 days against BAM Virtual Academy's every 4 weeks. On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support 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. RealSkill sells 12 in-app purchases, starting at $49.99 per month and BAM Virtual Academy sells 9 in-app purchases, starting at $29.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

RealSkill ships an update every 6 days, BAM Virtual Academy every 4 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 14, 2026 and October 8, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
RealSkill versus BAM Virtual Academy: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterRealSkillBAM Virtual Academy
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.3 (27 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews70.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings27 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 6 days — betterEvery 4 weeks
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.115.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size69 MB16 MB
Age rating9+4+
DeveloperMicah LancasterBy Any Means, LLC

In-app purchases

12 purchases

RealSkill

Subscriptions7
  • Monthly RealSkill Subscription$49.991 Month
  • I'm Possible Kids Module$98.996 Months
  • All around yearly subscription$199.991 Year
Show 4 more
  • Finishing Checklist Module$199.991 Year
  • Footwork Checklist Module$199.991 Year
  • I'm Possible Live Module$199.991 Year
  • Shooting Checklist Module$199.991 Year
One-time5
  • RipLight Essentials$19.99
  • RealShooter Challenge$34.99
  • In Season Essential$99.99
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  • RealFootwork Training 1$199.99
  • Buy RealHandles Checklist$199.99
9 purchases

BAM Virtual Academy

Subscriptions2
  • Ultimate Athleticism Program$29.991 Month
  • Ultimate Development HQ$39.991 Month
One-time7
  • Advanced Handles Extension$39.99
  • Ultimate Ballhandling Program$99.99
  • Point Guard Program$99.99
Show 4 more
  • Lockdown Defender Program$99.99
  • Ultimate Shooting Program2 variants$99.99
  • Small Guard Essentials$99.99
  • In-Season System$99.99

Questions

Is RealSkill free?
RealSkill is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is BAM Virtual Academy free?
BAM Virtual Academy is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do RealSkill or BAM Virtual Academy have ads?
Neither RealSkill nor BAM Virtual Academy shows ads.
Which is updated more often, RealSkill or BAM Virtual Academy?
RealSkill ships an update every 6 days, and BAM Virtual Academy every 4 weeks. Most recently, RealSkill was updated on October 14, 2026 and BAM Virtual Academy on October 8, 2026.

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