Ultimate Bariatrics vs StrideForward
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Ultimate Bariatrics
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The Ultimate Bariatrics platform is part of a robust program that allows you to access recipes, meal plans, fitness classes, cooking demos, and many other resources that will help you on your weight loss journey. With support from live nutrition experts, the Ultimate Bariatrics app gives you a secure platform to support you in reaching your goals. Here you'll be able to track food, scan bar codes, and ask questions 24/7 through the messenger. Note: The Ultimate Bariatrics app integrates with the iOS Health app (iOS HealthKit) to bring you the ability to measure and display your daily steps within application.
StrideForward
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Stride supports you through every stage of your bariatric surgery journey - from pre-operative preparation through long-term recovery. BEFORE SURGERY • Follow your pre-op diet protocol with structured meal plans • Track hydration, supplements, and medications • Build the habits that set you up for success AFTER SURGERY • Activate phase-appropriate meal plans (liquid, pureed, soft foods, regular) • Log daily meals and track protein, calories, and hydration • Record your weight and body measurements over time • Monitor supplement and medication compliance • Track your step count via Apple Health (Stride Pro) VISUALIZE YOUR PROGRESS • Weight loss chart from surgery date • Weekly nutrition summaries (Stride Pro) • Day streak and achievement badges • Progress photos with biometric lock SET PERSONAL GOALS • Create weight targets and daily habit goals • Track progress alongside your protocol APPLE HEALTH INTEGRATION • Syncs steps and exercise automatically (Stride Pro) • Home screen widget shows today's hydration and meals at a glance Stride works with any bariatric surgical approach and can be configured to match your surgeon's specific protocol. Stride Pro features are available via in-app subscription purchase.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Ultimate Bariatrics at none against StrideForward's 2. StrideForward's advantage is update cadence (weekly vs monthly). On price, ads, device support and iOS requirement 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
Both are free to download. StrideForward sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per month. Ultimate Bariatrics asks for nothing beyond the download.
Ultimate Bariatrics ships an update monthly, StrideForward weekly. The most recent releases landed on September 8, 2026 and September 20, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Ultimate Bariatrics | StrideForward |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | Monthly | Weekly — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 14.0 — better | 15.1 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 56 MB | 62 MB |
| Age rating | 17+ | 12+ |
| Developer | Virtual Health Partners Inc | Mati Alfaro |
In-app purchases
Ultimate Bariatrics
No in-app purchases
StrideForward
- Stride Pro Monthly14 Days trial$9.991 Month
- Stride Pro Yearly14 Days trial$69.991 Year
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