# PVJ vs Pole Vault App

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Pole Vault App at 50% against PVJ's 0%. PVJ's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 18) and ads (none vs shown). On price, update cadence, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Pole Vault App sells 18 in-app purchases, starting at $1.49 per month. PVJ asks for nothing beyond the download.

PVJ ships an update every 5 days, Pole Vault App weekly. The most recent releases landed on September 20, 2026 and July 3, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | PVJ | Pole Vault App |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | — | **[5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pole-vault-app/id6749558462/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | — | **1** |
| Positive reviews | 0.0% of reviews | **50.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Every 5 days** | Weekly |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 24 MB | 76 MB |
| Requires iOS | **13.0** | 14.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Hunter Karas](https://appshunter.io/developer/1255050547) | [Caleb Rider](https://appshunter.io/developer/1831162470) |

## What reviewers say

### PVJ

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pvj/id1614319503)

This app helps pole vaulters track their performance by digitizing their training journal. Record run distances and pole usage to analyze progress and improve your technique. It's a modern solution for athletes looking to optimize their pole vaulting journey.

**Highlights:** Track run distances, Record pole usage, Digital training journal, Performance analysis, Modernize training logs

**In-app purchases:** none


### Pole Vault App

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pole-vault-app/id6749558462)

This app helps pole vaulters and coaches track jumps, analyze progress, and improve technique. Log detailed jump data, attach videos, and utilize new coach-specific features for organized training.

**Highlights:** Detailed jump logging, Video upload and download, Fast search and filtering, Progress analytics and graphs, Coach Mode for feedback, Cloud data storage

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (18)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Bronze Monthly Subscription | $1.49 | per month |
| Silver Monthly Subscription | $2.49 | per month |
| Bronze Monthly Subscription | $2.99 | per month |
| Gold Monthly Subscription | $4.99 | per month |
| Silver Monthly Subscription | $4.99 | per month |
| Base Monthly Coach Subscription | $9.99 | per month |
| Gold Monthly Subscription | $9.99 | per month |
| Bronze Annual Subscription | $14.49 | per year |
| Performance Monthly Coach Sub | $19.99 | per month |
| Silver Annual Subscription | $23.99 | per year |
| Bronze Monthly Subscription | $28.99 | per year |
| Elite Monthly Coach Subscription | $39.99 | per month |
| Gold Annual Subscription | $47.49 | per year |
| Silver Annual Subscription | $47.99 | per year |
| Base Annual Coach Subscription | $94.99 | per year |
| Gold Annual Subscription | $94.99 | per year |
| Performance Annual Coach Sub | $189.99 | per year |
| Elite Annual Coach Subscription | $379.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is PVJ free?

PVJ is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Pole Vault App free?

Pole Vault App is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Do PVJ or Pole Vault App have ads?

Pole Vault App shows ads; PVJ does not.

### Which is updated more often, PVJ or Pole Vault App?

PVJ ships an update every 5 days, and Pole Vault App weekly. Most recently, PVJ was updated on September 20, 2026 and Pole Vault App on July 3, 2026.

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