The Set. vs The Handle Bar Virtual
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
The Set.
This app offers a variety of Pilates and Barre classes designed to build strength, flexibility, and mindfulness. It provides convenient workouts for busy individuals, aiming to improve mood and help users achieve their fitness and mental wellness goals.
- Pilates classes
- Barre classes
- Strength building
- Flexibility training
- Mindfulness exercises
- Quarterly workshops
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Hey, I'm Meagan and I'm SO happy you are here! As a certified Life Coach & Pilates + Barre Instructor, its my mission to help you become the strongest, most confident version of YOU! The Set is packed full of classes that will challenge every muscle, help you stay flexible & mobile and raise those endorphins so you can feel good and be fully present for all that life demands of you. Listen, you're busy...me too! As a mom of 3 and fully booked coach, I know how important it is to make movement a priority but it has to be convenient AND energizing. The Set will do both with workouts you can do anytime/anywhere + classes of all lengths that will improve your mood and help you reach your goals. Join me as we work together to become stronger in mind AND body...its a powerful combo! Also, access my quarterly workshops to dive deeper into the mindset work. Cannot wait to workout with you!
The Handle Bar Virtual
Experience transformative workouts with signature cycling, strength, and sculpting classes. Enjoy music-synced cardio, mat-based toning, and heated infrared sessions. Classes range from 45-60 minutes and are suitable for all fitness levels.
- Signature cycling classes
- Mat-based strength training
- Heated infrared sculpting
- Vinyasa and pilates fusion
- Music-synced cardio
- Breathwork and meditation
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Elevate your fitness routine with our signature classes at Handlebar Cycling's exclusive studio. CYCLE, a heart-pounding cardio experience, syncs music and movement for a transformative ride. Engage your entire body with weighted bars, dance-inspired choreography, and interval training. STRENGTH classes, mat-based and intense, sculpt and tone with expert guidance and customizable intensity. SCULPT, heated with Infrared, combines vinyasa and pilates for a dynamic workout using resistance bands and more. FLOW, also heated, offers fluid vinyasa, breathwork, and meditation, complementing cardio and strength training. Join us for 45-60 minutes of exhilaration, accomplishment, and sweat. Instructors tailor each class for novices to experienced fitness enthusiasts, ensuring a challenging yet accessible experience. Discover the power of focused sequences, intentional playlists, and dynamic movements to unlock your full potential. Whether you're a CYCLE fanatic, strength lover, or seeking balance in FLOW, Handlebar Cycling is your destination for a holistic fitness journey. * Subscription to Handlebar CYCLE is required to view all content in the app. Please select "Join Now" in the app to subscribe. Terms of Use: https://handlebarcycling.com/terms-conditions/
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: The Set. at none against The Handle Bar Virtual's 1. The Set. also leads on update cadence (every 4 months vs every 18 months). The Handle Bar Virtual's advantage is iOS requirement (13.0 vs 16.4). On price, rating, ratings volume and ads 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. The Handle Bar Virtual sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $229.00 per month. The Set. asks for nothing beyond the download.
On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 5.0 for The Set. against 5.0 for The Handle Bar Virtual. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 4 and 2 respectively.
The Set. ships an update every 4 months, The Handle Bar Virtual every 18 months. The most recent releases landed on October 7, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | The Set. | The Handle Bar Virtual |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 5.0 (4 ratings) | 5.0 (2 ratings) |
| Number of ratings | 4 — better | 2 |
| Update frequency | Every 4 months — better | Every 18 months |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | Free — better | Subscription |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better |
| Requires iOS | 16.4 | 13.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 121 MB | 141 MB |
| Age rating | 12+ | 17+ |
| Developer | Sutra Fitness, Inc. | The Handle Bar Management Co LLC |
Customer experience
The Set.
The Handle Bar Virtual
In-app purchases
The Set.
No in-app purchases
The Handle Bar Virtual
- Monthly Unlimited$229.001 Month
Questions
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