Comparison

Pocket Pilates vs Planoura Pilates Class Planner

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

Head to head
About

Pocket Pilates

This app helps Pilates instructors and enthusiasts create custom classes and practice sessions quickly using short video clips. It offers a streamlined search engine for movement inspiration, saving time on planning and preparation.

Highlights
  • Pilates class builder
  • Searchable video library
  • Custom playlists
  • Practice session creation
  • Time-saving planning tool
  • Movement inspiration
Features
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The Pocket Pilates app is a streamlined, powerful resource designed to help Pilates instructors, studio owners, and dedicated practitioners save time, unlock inspiration, and create meaningful movement experiences—without the stress of endless searching or planning. At its core, Pocket Pilates functions as a super easy Pilates search engine built around short, high-value video clips you can use to build custom classes, playlists, and practice sessions in minutes. Pocket Pilates offers auto-renewing subscription. 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://pocketpilatesusa.com/pages/TermsConditions -Privacy Policy: https://pocketpilatesusa.com/pages/PrivacyPolicy

About

Planoura Pilates Class Planner

This app helps Pilates instructors create structured classes quickly using a professional exercise library. It offers tools to organize sessions, save templates, and track client progress, supporting both new and experienced trainers.

Highlights
  • Intuitive class builder
  • 1,000+ Pilates exercise videos
  • Structured class flow
  • Filter by level, apparatus, goal
  • Save and reuse class templates
  • Client progress tracking
Features
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Planoura is a professional Pilates class planning app built specifically for Pilates instructors. Designed to support both new and experienced trainers, Planoura helps you plan smarter, teach better, and save hours every week. Whether you teach independently or work in a studio, Planoura gives you the tools to deliver structured, high-quality Pilates sessions with confidence. Designed for both new and experienced instructors, Planoura saves hours of weekly planning time while helping you deliver more consistent, well-structured classes. Whether you teach independently or in a studio, Planoura supports a more organized, professional teaching workflow. PLAN CLASSES FASTER Build complete pilates classes using a simple and intuitive planning system. Add exercises from the professional library with a quick tap, then reorder them within your class using drag-and-drop to create a clear flow from warm-up to main work to cooldown. Organize every session in a way that feels method-based, structured, and intentional. ACCESS A PROFESSIONAL EXERCISE LIBRARY Explore 1,000+ Pilates exercise videos with studio-style demonstrations. Filter exercises by level, apparatus, or training goal to match the needs of your clients and classes. STAY CONSISTENT AND ORGANIZED Save and reuse class templates to streamline your planning process. Maintain consistency across sessions, refine what works, and reduce repetitive planning week after week. SUPPORT YOUR GROWTH AS AN INSTRUCTOR Planoura acts as a digital assistant for Pilates trainers. New instructors benefit from added structure and guidance, while experienced professionals can scale their workload without sacrificing quality. Structured class planning helps improve teaching quality, client results, and overall professionalism. KEY FEATURES • Easy and intuitive class builder • 1,000+ Pilates exercise videos • Structured class flow (warm-up → main → cooldown) • Filters by level, apparatus, and goal • Save and reuse class templates • Support for tracking client progress Planoura bridges the gap between Pilates education and real-world teaching. It’s the professional way to plan Pilates classes and deliver better sessions. Start your free trial and plan smarter with Planoura. Privacy Policy: https://planoura.com/privacy-policy/ Terms of Use: https://planoura.com/terms-of-use/

Screenshots

Pocket Pilates3 screens
Planoura Pilates Class Planner4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Pocket Pilates at 4.9 against Planoura Pilates Class Planner's 3.0. Pocket Pilates also leads on ratings volume (11 vs 2). Planoura Pilates Class Planner's advantage is monetization model (free with in-app purchases vs subscription) and update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 5 weeks). 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Pocket Pilates sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $18.99 per month and Planoura Pilates Class Planner sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $19.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Pocket Pilates holds the better App Store score, 4.9 against 3.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Pocket Pilates has 11 ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Pocket Pilates ships an update every 5 weeks, Planoura Pilates Class Planner every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 7, 2026 and November 8, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
Pocket Pilates versus Planoura Pilates Class Planner: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPocket PilatesPlanoura Pilates Class Planner
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.9 (11 ratings) — better3.0 (2 ratings)
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings11 — better2
Update frequencyEvery 5 weeksEvery 2 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationSubscriptionFree with in-app purchases — better
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS16.015.1 — better
Further details — not scored
Size67 MB53 MB
Age rating17+4+
DeveloperPocket Pilates Inc.Black Lion Inc

Customer experience

Pocket Pilates

All ratings11 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews7 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Planoura Pilates Class Planner

All ratings1 ratings
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Pocket Pilates

Subscriptions1
  • Monthly Basic App7 Days trial$18.991 Month
6 purchases

Planoura Pilates Class Planner

Subscriptions6
  • Planoura Monthy Premium Access1 Month trial$19.991 Month
  • Planoura Monthly Premium Access$19.991 Month
  • Planoura Monthy Premium Access7 Days trial$19.991 Month
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  • Planoura Yearly Premium Access7 Days trial$179.991 Year
  • Planoura Yearly Premium Access1 Year trial$179.991 Year
  • Planoura Yearly Premium Access$179.991 Year

Questions

Is Pocket Pilates free?
Pocket Pilates is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Planoura Pilates Class Planner free?
Planoura Pilates Class Planner is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Pocket Pilates or Planoura Pilates Class Planner?
Pocket Pilates is rated higher. Pocket Pilates averages 4.9 out of 5 from 11 ratings, while Planoura Pilates Class Planner averages 3.0 from 2 ratings.
Do Pocket Pilates or Planoura Pilates Class Planner have ads?
Neither Pocket Pilates nor Planoura Pilates Class Planner shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Pocket Pilates or Planoura Pilates Class Planner?
Pocket Pilates ships an update every 5 weeks, and Planoura Pilates Class Planner every 2 weeks. Most recently, Pocket Pilates was updated on November 7, 2026 and Planoura Pilates Class Planner on November 8, 2026.

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