Comparison

Pilates Project vs Pilates by Leah

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

Head to head
About

Pilates Project

Access a global community and extensive library of Reformer & Mat Pilates classes, available live and on-demand. This app offers structured training, personalized programs, and expert instruction for all levels, bringing the studio experience to your home.

Highlights
  • 350+ on-demand Reformer & Mat Pilates classes
  • Live classes with global community
  • Weekly training schedules and programs
  • Expert instruction with modifications
  • Personalized programs for fitness goals
  • Apple HealthKit integration for tracking
  • Dietitian-approved recipes and meal plans
Features
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Join master Pilates Teacher Maghan Fittler and her world-class instructors on a tailored Pilates journey through an easy-to-access app designed just for you. Enjoy unrestricted access to a global community and an extensive library of Reformer & Mat Pilates classes – available at-home – live and on-demand. Catering to first-time beginners to advanced movers, Pilates Project delivers the ultimate in-Studio experience at home with 350+ on-demand classes, live classes, weekly training schedules, challenges, programs, instructor development, recipes, grocery lists and seasonal meal plans in one convenient place. WHAT ARE THE BENEFITS? - New content released weekly - Structured Weekly Training Schedules, programmed by Maghan Fittler, a master instructor and multi-studio owner with over 15 years experience - Expert instruction from World-class, qualified instructors including cueing, modifications, and progressions to improve your form and enhance your technique - Personalised programs specific to your body and fitness/health goals - Enjoy high speed browsing and video streaming on your mobile or cast workouts to your TV for the ultimate in-studio experience, at home - Download workouts to your device for a smooth playback experience in areas of poor mobile connection - Track your workouts and reach your daily activity goals with Apple HealthKit integration - Easily search and filter content and save all your favourite classes, programs, recipes and meal plans in one place PILATES PROJECT APP FEATURES Workouts - Over 350 on-demand Reformer, Mat Pilates & Fitness workouts, ranging from 5-50 minutes - Live classes to keep you connected with our Pilates Project community from home - Programmed and instructed by Maghan Fittler and her team of world-class, qualified instructors - Filter and search classes based on your fitness level, duration, equipment, and area of the body Programs - Goal specific programs choreographed to create change in your body and help you achieve your goals - Ranging from 7 days to 6 weeks, our programs include Reformer & Mat Pilates options, as well as a full range of equipment and focus areas Health & Fitness Tracking - Apple HealthKit integration with the Pilates Project app - Track workouts and monitor health stats (heart rate, calories burned and active energy) during classes to meet your fitness goals - Monitor statistics during workouts on your watch & video player, share your activity with friends and get those Activity Rings! - Play, stop & rewind videos from your Watch without interrupting workouts. - Easy to Use: Install app on iPhone, open Watch app, select "Show on Apple Watch" Wellness - Stretch, relaxation, meditation and breathwork series to calm your thoughts, focus your mind and improve mental clarity Recipes & Meal Plans - An extensive recipe library with over 500 dietitian-approved, nourishing recipes and seasonal meal plans for the entire family to enjoy - Recipe specific nutrition information, including calorie and macronutrient details - Meal plan aligned shopping lists for convenient, hassle-free planning - Filter and search based on dietary preferences and meal occasion to support your movement journey ▷ Already a Member? Sign-In to access your subscription. ▷ New? Subscribe in the app to get instant access. Pilates Project offers auto-renewing subscriptions. You'll receive unlimited access to content on all your devices. Payment is charged to your Account at confirmation of purchase. Pricing varies by location and is confirmed prior to purchase. Subscription automatically renews unless cancelled at least 24 hours before the end of the current billing period, or the trial period (when offered). Cancel anytime in Account Settings. For more information see our: - Terms of Service: https://members.pilatesproject.com/terms - Privacy Policy: https://members.pilatesproject.com/privacy

About

Pilates by Leah

This app provides pre-made class plans and expertly designed reformer and mat workouts for Pilates instructors and enthusiasts. It offers guidance, community connection, and live sessions to enhance teaching and personal practice.

Highlights
  • Weekly pre-made class plans with notes
  • New reformer, chair, or tower workouts
  • Instructor success tips and cueing guidance
  • Supportive instructor community forum
  • Exclusive live expert-led sessions
  • Professionally crafted home and studio workouts
Features
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Become the Pilates Instructor Clients Request by Name Pilates By Leah is the leading professional development platform for Pilates instructors who want to teach with confidence, save time planning classes, grow their careers, and continue evolving as educators. Created by Leah Maselli, who has taught more than 5,000 Pilates classes over the last 9 years, Pilates By Leah combines ready-to-teach class plans, instructor mentorship, continuing education, and high-quality workouts to help instructors become more confident, effective, and successful. Whether you're a newly certified instructor or an experienced teacher looking for fresh ideas and career support, you'll find the tools, guidance, and community you need to continue growing. WHAT'S INCLUDED Weekly Class Plans Save hours of planning time with franchise-friendly class plans designed to help you teach confidently and keep your classes fresh, effective, and engaging. Monthly Live Instructor Mentorship Get direct access to Leah through monthly mentorship sessions covering confidence, cueing, client retention, career growth, classroom management, private clients, and real-world teaching challenges. Instructor Education & Career Development Learn programming, cueing, class flow, modifications, progressions, client retention, studio success strategies, and what it takes to become the instructor clients request by name. Pilates Workouts Access a growing library of reformer, mat, strength, mobility, prenatal, and specialty workouts for your own practice. Programs & Challenges Follow structured programs and challenges designed to help you stay consistent, inspired, and progressing. Community Support Connect with a supportive community of Pilates instructors who are committed to improving their teaching, growing their careers, and making a bigger impact. MEMBERSHIP OPTIONS Instructor Membership Designed for Pilates instructors who want class plans, instructor mentorship, continuing education, career development, and professional support. Workout Membership Unlimited access to reformer, mat, strength, mobility, and prenatal workouts for your personal practice. More Confidence. More Growth. More Impact. ▷ Already a Member? Sign-In to access your subscription. ▷ New? Try it for free! Subscribe in the app to get instant access. Pilates by Leah offers auto-renewing subscriptions. You'll receive unlimited access to content on all your devices. Payment is charged to your Account at confirmation of purchase. Pricing varies by location and is confirmed prior to purchase. Subscription automatically renews each month unless canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current billing period, or the trial period (when offered). Cancel anytime in Account Settings. For more information see our: -Terms of Service: https://pilatesbyleah.com/terms -Privacy Policy: https://pilatesbyleah.com/privacy

Screenshots

Pilates Project4 screens
Pilates by Leah4 screens

Verdict

The call

Pilates Project and Pilates by Leah both sit at 4.8 stars, but that hides the real split: 100% of Pilates by Leah's written reviews are positive against 84% of Pilates Project's. Pilates Project's advantage is device support (5 vs 3). On price, rating, ratings volume and update cadence 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. Pilates Project sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $34.99 per month and Pilates by Leah sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $29.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.8 for Pilates Project against 4.9 for Pilates by Leah. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 62 and 68 respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 84% of Pilates Project's written reviews are positive against 100% of Pilates by Leah's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly monthly. Both last shipped on September 21, 2026.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
Pilates Project versus Pilates by Leah: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPilates ProjectPilates by Leah
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.8 (62 ratings)4.9 (68 ratings) — better
Positive reviews83.7% of reviews100.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings6268 — better
Update frequencyMonthlyMonthly
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple TV, Apple Watch — betteriPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.015.0
Further details — not scored
Size65 MB66 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperMy Pilates Project Pty LtdLeah Maselli

Customer experience

Pilates Project

All ratings62 ratings
Positive96.8%
Neutral0.0%
Negative3.2%
Written reviews43 reviews
Positive83.7%
Neutral2.3%
Negative14.0%

Pilates by Leah

All ratings68 ratings
Positive97.1%
Neutral1.5%
Negative1.5%
Written reviews4 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

4 purchases

Pilates Project

Subscriptions4
  • Pilates Project Monthly7 Days trial$34.991 Month
  • Monthly7 Days trial$34.991 Month
  • Pilates Project Yearly7 Days trial$299.991 Year
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  • Yearly7 Days trial$299.991 Year
4 purchases

Pilates by Leah

Subscriptions4
  • Reformer Pilates Monthly7 Days trial$29.991 Month
  • All-Inclusive Monthly7 Days trial$39.991 Month
  • Reformer Pilates Annual7 Days trial$299.991 Year
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  • All-Inclusive Annual7 Days trial$399.991 Year

Questions

Is Pilates Project free?
Pilates Project is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Pilates by Leah free?
Pilates by Leah is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Pilates Project or Pilates by Leah?
Pilates by Leah is rated higher. Pilates Project averages 4.8 out of 5 from 62 ratings, while Pilates by Leah averages 4.9 from 68 ratings.
Do Pilates Project or Pilates by Leah have ads?
Neither Pilates Project nor Pilates by Leah shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Pilates Project or Pilates by Leah?
Pilates Project ships an update monthly, and Pilates by Leah monthly. Most recently, Pilates Project was updated on September 21, 2026 and Pilates by Leah on September 21, 2026.

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