# Burn + Build vs Build & Shred

The clearest difference is rating: Build & Shred at 5.0 against Burn + Build's 3.9. Build & Shred also leads on monetization model (free with in-app purchases vs subscription) and review sentiment (100% vs 64%). Burn + Build's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (every 9 days vs every 3 weeks). On price, ratings volume, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Burn + Build sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $19.99 per month and Build & Shred sells 16 in-app purchases, starting at $30.99 per 3 months. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Build & Shred holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 3.9. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 60 and 23 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 64% of Burn + Build's written reviews are positive against 100% of Build & Shred's.

Burn + Build ships an update every 9 days, Build & Shred every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 14, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Burn + Build | Build & Shred |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.9 (60 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/burn-plus-build/id6446492886/reviews) | **[5.0 (23 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/build-and-shred/id6449602913/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **60** | 23 |
| Positive reviews | 63.6% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Every 9 days** | Every 3 weeks |
| Monetization | Subscription | **Free with in-app purchases** |
| Size | 41 MB | 89 MB |
| Requires iOS | **11.0** | 15.1 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 17+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Ash Fitness LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1678091244) | [Grind House Fitness LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1609975213) |

## What reviewers say

### Burn + Build

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/burn-plus-build/id6446492886)

This app provides a comprehensive fitness and nutrition platform designed to help users achieve their physical and mental health goals. It offers workout libraries, science-backed training challenges, exclusive program access, and a detailed recipe guide, acting as a virtual personal trainer.

**Highlights:** Personal workout library with exclusive content, Science-backed training challenges, Access to all released programs, Full recipe cheat sheet, Nutrition and diet guidance

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 1 Month Subscription | $19.99 | per month |
| 3 Month Subscription | $39.99 | per 3 months |
| 12 Month Subscription | $89.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 💪 Great workouts and routines
- 🥗 Amazing meal prep and food options
- 📈 Effective for weight loss and physique goals
- 📹 Helpful 'how-to' videos for exercises
- 👍 User-friendly and easy to navigate

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Frequent software bugs and glitches
- 📉 App rarely works or crashes
- ❌ Data gets deleted or progress is lost
- 🚫 Can't get past certain screens
- 💰 High cost without a free trial

**Reported bugs**

- App resets and doesn't let you go past view recommendation
- Constant software bugs
- App won't let user inside to look at workouts
- App stopped working after payment
- App keeps crashing and won't save progress

**Requested features**

- Add more HIIT workouts
- Offer a free trial period
- Allow payment options other than subscription
- Update meal plan names and allow saving custom meals
- Provide at-home dumbbell/HIIT workout options


### Build & Shred

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/build-and-shred/id6449602913)

This fitness app offers unique content and community features to help users improve their workouts. It provides progress tracking and offline synchronization through optional subscriptions. The app is free to download and install.

**Highlights:** Community access, Unique fitness content, Progress tracking, Offline synchronization, Subscription plans

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Family Sharing

**In-app purchases (16)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 3 Month All Access | $30.99 | per 3 months |
| Monthly Full App Access | $39.99 | per month |
| GOGH Strength Program | $49.99 | per month |
| 1-On-1 Kristy Hardy | $400.00 | per month |
| 7-Day Trial Pass | $4.99 | one-time |
| Turkey Shred challenge 3 | $14.99 | one-time |
| Tone It Up Girl Program | $29.99 | one-time |
| 3 Month All Access Pass | $30.00 | one-time |
| Strength Building Lvl. 2 | $39.99 | one-time |
| Strength Building Lvl. 1 | $39.99 | one-time |
| 4-Week Ab Shred Program | $39.99 | one-time |
| Strength Building Lvl. 3 | $42.99 | one-time |
| Meal Plans & Recipes | $59.99 | one-time |
| DadBod Shred Program | $89.99 | one-time |
| Hybrid Athlete Program | $104.99 | one-time |
| Build Muscle & Burn Fat | $119.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Burn + Build free?

Burn + Build is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Build & Shred free?

Build & Shred is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Burn + Build or Build & Shred?

Build & Shred is rated higher. Burn + Build averages 3.9 out of 5 from 60 ratings, while Build & Shred averages 5.0 from 23 ratings.

### Do Burn + Build or Build & Shred have ads?

Build & Shred shows ads; Burn + Build does not.

### Which is updated more often, Burn + Build or Build & Shred?

Burn + Build ships an update every 9 days, and Build & Shred every 3 weeks. Most recently, Burn + Build was updated on October 14, 2026 and Build & Shred on October 24, 2026.

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