Comparison

SAMI vs Aikido Trainer Dojo Path

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

Head to head
About

SAMI

Learn self-defense and martial arts techniques through video lessons and guided workouts. Features AI feedback for technique correction, online courses with certificates, and options for private and live training sessions. Offers structured programs and a comprehensive technique library.

Highlights
  • Video technique library
  • AI feedback for technique analysis
  • Structured training programs
  • Online courses with certificates
  • Guided workouts with timers
  • Exam and seminar information
Features
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SAMI-X is the training app of SAMI International. Peter Weckauf, tactical trainer for special units, and the SAMI team show you every technique on video – level by level, at home or in a center. WHAT YOU FIND IN THE APP • Programs: for example "Learn Panantukan in 12 weeks" – new videos, workouts and a training plan every week. • Technique library: over 5,000 techniques on video, sorted by Combat System and level. • AI feedback: film yourself performing a technique and get feedback right in the app. • Train-along workouts and guided trainings – with timer and cues, solo or with a partner. • Online courses with a learning path, assignments and a certificate. • Exams: exam dates, seminars with exams and your next step in your level. • Private training: 1:1 with a SAMI instructor, online or on site. • Live trainings and a community with your center and your course. COMBAT SYSTEMS SAMI-X Krav Maga, Panantukan, Knife, Stick, Axe, Karambit, PRO and more. MEMBERSHIP Part of the content is available without a membership. The Full Membership opens all Combat Systems, the Single Membership opens Panantukan. Online courses are also available individually. Terms: https://www.iubenda.com/terms-and-conditions/42331230 Privacy: https://www.iubenda.com/privacy-policy/42331230

About

Aikido Trainer Dojo Path

This app offers structured lessons and dojo-oriented learning for Aikido practitioners. It helps users improve techniques, practice ukemi, study terminology, and prepare for Aikikai exams. Suitable for all levels, from beginners to advanced students.

Highlights
  • Learn Aikido techniques
  • Practice ukemi and falls
  • Study Japanese terminology
  • Prepare for Aikikai examinations
  • Improve dojo knowledge
  • Training reference
Features
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Dojo Path is an Aikido training app designed for students and practitioners who want to improve their techniques, learn ukemi, study terminology, and prepare for Aikikai exams. Whether you are a beginner or an advanced aikidoka, Dojo Path helps you practice Aikido step by step with structured lessons and dojo-oriented learning. Features: • Learn Aikido techniques • Practice ukemi and falls • Study Japanese terminology • Prepare for Aikikai examinations • Improve dojo knowledge • Training reference for students and instructors The app includes educational content for: • Beginners • Intermediate practitioners • Advanced students • Dojo preparation • Martial arts study Dojo Path is designed to support continuous Aikido learning and help students train anytime, anywhere.

Screenshots

SAMI4 screens
Aikido Trainer Dojo Path4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Aikido Trainer Dojo Path at none against SAMI's 10. SAMI's advantage is update cadence (every 4 days vs every 3 weeks) and ratings volume (41 vs 1). On price, rating, ads and device support 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. SAMI sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $17.90 per month. Aikido Trainer Dojo Path asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Aikido Trainer Dojo Path holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: SAMI has 41 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

SAMI ships an update every 4 days, Aikido Trainer Dojo Path every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 7, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
SAMI versus Aikido Trainer Dojo Path: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSAMIAikido Trainer Dojo Path
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.8 (41 ratings)5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings41 — better1
Update frequencyEvery 4 days — betterEvery 3 weeks
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFreemiumFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS16.015.1 — better
Further details — not scored
Size175 MB44 MB
Age rating17+4+
DeveloperSAMI INTERNATIONALViglascode llc

In-app purchases

10 purchases

SAMI

Subscriptions4
  • Monthly membership$17.901 Month
  • Monthly Membership7 Days trial$17.901 Month
  • Yearly membership$100.001 Year
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  • Yearly Membership7 Days trial$129.001 Year
One-time6
  • Gift: Knife: First Contact$17.99
  • Top 10 Attacks on the Street$39.99
  • Gift: Top 10 Attacks$39.99
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  • Gift: Weapon Protection M1$249.99
  • Gift: SDS-Concept Module 1$249.99
  • SDS-Concept Module 1$249.99
None

Aikido Trainer Dojo Path

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is SAMI free?
SAMI is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Aikido Trainer Dojo Path free?
Aikido Trainer Dojo Path is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, SAMI or Aikido Trainer Dojo Path?
Aikido Trainer Dojo Path is rated higher. SAMI averages 4.8 out of 5 from 41 ratings, while Aikido Trainer Dojo Path averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.
Do SAMI or Aikido Trainer Dojo Path have ads?
Neither SAMI nor Aikido Trainer Dojo Path shows ads.
Which is updated more often, SAMI or Aikido Trainer Dojo Path?
SAMI ships an update every 4 days, and Aikido Trainer Dojo Path every 3 weeks. Most recently, SAMI was updated on November 7, 2026 and Aikido Trainer Dojo Path on October 31, 2026.

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