Comparison

BulletProof For BJJ vs Nomadic Grappling

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

Head to head
About

BulletProof For BJJ

Build a stronger, more mobile body for Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. This app offers structured programs to reduce injuries, improve performance, and track your training. Get expert guidance and connect with a community of grapplers.

Highlights
  • BJJ strength and power building
  • Target common injury hotspots
  • Unlock new ranges of motion
  • Reduce pain and improve mobility
  • Track all training in one app
  • Step-by-step instructional videos
  • Expert coaching support
Features
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Train stronger. Move better. Stay on the mat. Bulletproof for BJJ is the strength, mobility and conditioning app built for jiu-jitsu. Follow structured programs designed to make you a more durable, more capable grappler — and track every session as you train. BUILT FOR JIU-JITSU Jiu-jitsu asks a lot of your body. Bulletproof programs build the strength to control and finish, the mobility to move freely in every position, and the conditioning to keep going when the rounds get hard. Train smarter off the mat so you perform — and last — better on it. PROGRAMS THAT FIT YOU • Browse Strength, Mobility, Conditioning and Rehab programs and add the ones that match your goals • Answer a few quick questions about your goals and equipment to get tailored program recommendations • Preview your full 6-week program at a glance, then pick up exactly where you left off • One clear workout each day, so you always know what to do next WORKOUTS DONE RIGHT • Full-screen instructional videos for every exercise • Supersets and circuits that flow the way your program was designed • Built-in rest timers between sets and stages • Log weight, reps, distance and time, and make any exercise easier or harder to match your level • Finish every session with a clear summary, including total weight lifted TRACK YOUR PROGRESS • A redesigned dashboard with activity rings for Strength, Mobility, Jiu-Jitsu and Stamina • Tonnage and time-in-position tracked over time with simple, clear charts • A training journal to log and schedule any activity — from rolls to runs — in week or month view MADE TO LAST • Light and dark themes • Satisfying sound and haptic feedback as you train • Fast, smooth and reliable, with simple, secure sign-in via Apple, Google or email WHO IT’S FOR Whether you have just tied on a white belt or you are a seasoned competitor, Bulletproof for BJJ helps you build the strength and mobility that keep you training, improving and resilient to injury. Train hard. Stay Bulletproof. THE TEAM - James 'JT' Tomlinson: co-founder, programmer, coach, black belt - Joey Worthington: co-founder, programmer, coach, black belt - Raelene Loong: assistant-coach, community vibes, blue belt savage - Angel Mahinay: Tech support, customer service (will be a white belt soon...) ----- Memberships available for 1 and 12 months. Payment will be charged to your iTunes/Apple account upon completion of the 7 day free trial. Subscription will automatically renew unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24-hours before the end of your current period. Your iTunes/Apple account will automatically be charged within 24-hours prior to the end of the current subscription period. Terms & conditions - https://terms.bulletproofforbjj.com/

About

Nomadic Grappling

Learn to think critically about jiu jitsu with strategies from a top competitor. This platform focuses on understanding the art rather than just copying techniques, helping you train smarter. Access unlimited content across all your devices with a subscription.

Highlights
  • Strategic jiu jitsu learning
  • Mindset and methods from a top competitor
  • Focus on understanding techniques
  • Unlimited content access
  • Cross-device compatibility
  • Monthly auto-renewing subscriptions
Features
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Nomadic Grappling Online was founded on the belief that understanding jiu jitsu starts with learning how to think. Created by ADCC Trials winner and Flograppling’s 2023 Breakout Athlete Jozef Chen, this platform distills the mindset and methods he used to rise through the ranks, not by relying on elite gyms or coaches, but by relentlessly studying the art itself. If you’ve ever felt stuck copying techniques without truly grasping them, this is your invitation to train smarter, not just harder. ▷ Already a Member? Sign-In to access your subscription. ▷ New? Subscribe in the app to get instant access. Nomadic Grappling 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://nomadicgrapplingonline.com/pages/terms -Privacy Policy: https://nomadicgrapplingonline.com/pages/privacy

Screenshots

BulletProof For BJJ4 screens
Nomadic Grappling3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Nomadic Grappling at 5.0 against BulletProof For BJJ's 4.3. Nomadic Grappling also leads on review sentiment (100% vs 75%). BulletProof For BJJ's advantage is ratings volume (34 vs 3). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases 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. BulletProof For BJJ sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $14.99 per 7 days and Nomadic Grappling sells 2 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

Nomadic Grappling holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: BulletProof For BJJ has 34 ratings behind it against 3, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 75% of BulletProof For BJJ's written reviews are positive against 100% of Nomadic Grappling's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

BulletProof For BJJ ships an update every 2 weeks, Nomadic Grappling every 4 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 20, 2026 and October 3, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
BulletProof For BJJ versus Nomadic Grappling: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterBulletProof For BJJNomadic Grappling
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.3 (34 ratings)5.0 (3 ratings) — better
Positive reviews75.0% of reviews100.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings34 — better3
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeks — betterEvery 4 weeks
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS15.115.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size126 MB64 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperBulletproof For BJJ pty ltdSecond Front Media Ltd

Customer experience

BulletProof For BJJ

All ratings34 ratings
Positive82.4%
Neutral2.9%
Negative14.7%
Written reviews36 reviews
Positive75.0%
Neutral5.6%
Negative19.4%

Nomadic Grappling

All ratings3 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Bugs and requests

BulletProof For BJJ

Reported bugs

12 issues
  • App keeps freezing
  • Videos not loading
  • App restarts itself
  • Checkboxes don't work half the time
  • Logging sets lags and fails
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  • App freezes on membership page
  • Routine always shows as next
  • Doesn't give credit in dashboard
  • Can't access app or website
  • Force update locks out users
  • Reduced functionality after update
  • UI issues with set counts and weight input

Requested features

8 requests
  • Workout flexibility (jump into single workouts)
  • Seamless progress tracking between programs
  • Historical lift data visibility
  • Session target flexibility
  • Offline mode
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  • Include podcast access in subscription
  • Mention number of sets after warmups
  • Weight input for main workouts

Nomadic Grappling

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

3 purchases

BulletProof For BJJ

Subscriptions3
  • Dev Subcription14 Days trial$14.997 Days
  • Monthly14 Days trial$19.001 Month
  • Annual14 Days trial$179.991 Year
2 purchases

Nomadic Grappling

Subscriptions2
  • Premium Monthly$29.991 Month
  • Premium Annual$299.991 Year

Questions

Is BulletProof For BJJ free?
BulletProof For BJJ is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Nomadic Grappling free?
Nomadic Grappling is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, BulletProof For BJJ or Nomadic Grappling?
Nomadic Grappling is rated higher. BulletProof For BJJ averages 4.3 out of 5 from 34 ratings, while Nomadic Grappling averages 5.0 from 3 ratings.
Do BulletProof For BJJ or Nomadic Grappling have ads?
Neither BulletProof For BJJ nor Nomadic Grappling shows ads.
Which is updated more often, BulletProof For BJJ or Nomadic Grappling?
BulletProof For BJJ ships an update every 2 weeks, and Nomadic Grappling every 4 weeks. Most recently, BulletProof For BJJ was updated on October 20, 2026 and Nomadic Grappling on October 3, 2026.

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