# CALXTHENICS vs Simple Calisthenics

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Simple Calisthenics at 95% against CALXTHENICS's 38%. Simple Calisthenics also leads on rating (4.8 vs 3.8) and ads (none vs shown). On price, ratings volume, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. CALXTHENICS sells 11 in-app purchases, starting at $14.99 per month and Simple Calisthenics sells 8 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Simple Calisthenics holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 3.8. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 96 and 207 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 38% of CALXTHENICS's written reviews are positive against 95% of Simple Calisthenics's.

CALXTHENICS ships an update every 6 weeks, Simple Calisthenics every 5 days. The most recent releases landed on October 24, 2026 and October 27, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | CALXTHENICS | Simple Calisthenics |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.8 (96 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/calxthenics/id1627123154/reviews) | **[4.8 (207 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/simple-calisthenics/id1634986201/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 96 | **207** |
| Positive reviews | 38.2% of reviews | **94.7% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 6 weeks | **Every 5 days** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 90 MB | 268 MB |
| Requires iOS | 26.0 | **15.6** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch** |
| Age rating | 17+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [Adam Frater](https://appshunter.io/developer/1627123156) | [Jonas Wallmann](https://appshunter.io/developer/1489145519) |

## What reviewers say

### CALXTHENICS

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/calxthenics/id1627123154)

Access calisthenics programs from elite athletes and trainers. Improve body control, strength, and metabolism with bodyweight workouts. Achieve functional fitness and holistic health benefits.

**Highlights:** Programs from top calisthenics athletes, Bodyweight workout routines, Strength and power development, Metabolism and mobility improvement, Nutritional guidance, Progress tracking, Offline sync

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

**In-app purchases (11)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| CALXTHENICS Full Access | $14.99 | per month |
| CALXTHENICS Year Access | $167.99 | per year |
| One Time Subscription | $19.99 | one-time |
| Frater Fit Diet | $20.00 | one-time |
| Project Shred Part II | $25.00 | one-time |
| One Time Subscription | $47.99 | one-time |
| One Time Subscription | $59.99 | one-time |
| Project Shred | $64.99 | one-time |
| One Time Subscription | $64.99 | one-time |
| One Time Subscription | $72.00 | one-time |
| Slope Strong | $97.00 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 💪 Great results and progress
- 👍 Easy to follow program
- 💡 Good content and holistic approach
- 💯 Attainable workouts for any level
- 🏋️‍♀️ Effective for building strength and stamina

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 App is buggy and unstable
- ❌ Login issues and errors
- 💸 Payment and subscription problems
- 🚫 Poor customer support
- 🗑️ Outdated and unengaging app feel

**Reported bugs**

- Login does not work
- Password reset does not work
- App crashes frequently
- Videos often don't work or glitch
- Workout programs disappear

**Requested features**

- Update the app to be more modern and engaging
- Improve app stability and fix bugs
- Ensure login and password reset functions work correctly
- Provide better customer support with faster response times
- Make workout videos stream more efficiently


### Simple Calisthenics

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/simple-calisthenics/id1634986201)

This app provides personalized calisthenics workout programs tailored to your fitness level, goals, and schedule. It offers interactive workout guidance, a comprehensive exercise library, and detailed progress tracking to help you build muscle, gain strength, and master calisthenics skills.

**Highlights:** Personalized workout programs, Interactive workout player, Audio and video instructions, Extensive exercise library, Detailed exercise guides, Workout builder, Training statistics

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Apple Watch app, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (8)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly Premium Membership | $9.99 | per month |
| Premium Membership | $9.99 | per month |
| Monthly Premium Membership | $11.99 | per month |
| 3 Month Premium Membership | $24.99 | per 3 months |
| 6 Month Premium Membership | $49.99 | per 6 months |
| Annual Premium Membership | $69.99 | per year |
| Premium Membership | $89.99 | per year |
| Simple Calisthenics Lifetime | $109.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 💪 Comprehensive exercise library
- ✨ Highly customizable programs
- 📈 Effective progression system
- 👍 User-friendly interface
- 📱 Clear exercise instructions (videos/text)

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Occasional bugs and glitches
- ❓ Interface can be complex initially
- 🔄 Progressions sometimes reset
- ⚠️ Some exercises lack easier starting points
- 🎵 No music playback during workouts

**Reported bugs**

- Fails to move from one workout to the next
- Progression resets frequently
- Preview videos are faulty and incomplete
- Exercise doesn't always switch to the next one
- Cannot save workouts or update plan

**Requested features**

- Add more preview images for next exercise
- Apple Watch app integration
- Easier starting points/progressions for some moves
- Ability to go back within an exercise
- Automate weight increases weekly


## Frequently asked questions

### Is CALXTHENICS free?

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

### Is Simple Calisthenics free?

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

### Which has better reviews, CALXTHENICS or Simple Calisthenics?

Simple Calisthenics is rated higher. CALXTHENICS averages 3.8 out of 5 from 96 ratings, while Simple Calisthenics averages 4.8 from 207 ratings.

### Do CALXTHENICS or Simple Calisthenics have ads?

CALXTHENICS shows ads; Simple Calisthenics does not.

### Which is updated more often, CALXTHENICS or Simple Calisthenics?

CALXTHENICS ships an update every 6 weeks, and Simple Calisthenics every 5 days. Most recently, CALXTHENICS was updated on October 24, 2026 and Simple Calisthenics on October 27, 2026.

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