SAMI vs CTCB OnDemand
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
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.
- Video technique library
- AI feedback for technique analysis
- Structured training programs
- Online courses with certificates
- Guided workouts with timers
- Exam and seminar information
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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
CTCB OnDemand
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CTCB OnDemand provides professional, self-paced online courses in counter-terrorism, security, and intelligence. Designed for security, military, and law enforcement professionals, the app allows users to access expert-led training, prepare for certifications, and enhance their skills anytime, anywhere. Key Features: * Self-paced online learning for global professionals * Expert-led courses in counter-terrorism, security, and intelligence * Certification and exam preparation support * Track progress and access course materials on-demand * Secure and easy-to-use platform
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: SAMI at every 4 days against CTCB OnDemand's every 2 months. On price, ads, in-app purchases 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
Both are free to download. SAMI sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $17.90 per month and CTCB OnDemand sells 10 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
SAMI ships an update every 4 days, CTCB OnDemand every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on November 7, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | SAMI | CTCB OnDemand |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.8 (41 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 41 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 4 days — better | Every 2 months |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Freemium | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 | 15.2 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 175 MB | 110 MB |
| Age rating | 17+ | 4+ |
| Developer | SAMI INTERNATIONAL | Counter Terrorism Certification Board Pte Ltd |
In-app purchases
SAMI
- 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
- 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
CTCB OnDemand
- Terrorism Fundamentals$59.00
- Second Generation CPTED$59.00
- TVRA course$59.00
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- Investigative Interview$59.00
- Kidnap, Ransom and Extortion$59.00
- Physical Detection Systems$59.00
- Physical Access Control System$59.00
- Physical Security Concepts$59.00
- Perimeter Intrusion Detection$59.00
- CCTV & Video Surveillance$59.00
Questions
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