Comparison

Hold Scale vs Frez

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

Head to head
About

Hold Scale

Features
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This app can display the live readings from the scale and get you peak force. Useful for climbing to test finger strength with a fingerboard or other strength based sports. There is also a game where you can control a spaceship and have to avoid meteors. Compatible Device: Weiheng WH-C06 Sampling Frequency: Depends on you phone but around 3-10Hz

About

Frez

This app offers isometric training routines with real-time force feedback. Track your performance, build custom workouts, and measure your strength gains. It works offline and connects to Bluetooth force measurement devices.

Highlights
  • Real-time force tracking
  • Peak and endurance tests
  • Customizable workout routines
  • Offline mode
  • Bluetooth device connectivity
  • Performance data visualization
Features
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Frez (formerly ClimbHarder): Train Without Moving. Improve With Data. Frez helps you train smarter with isometric workouts. Whether you’re a climber, athlete, Frez gives you real-time feedback and structured routines based on your performance. Real-time Force Tracking • Visualize your force output live through Bluetooth-connected crane scales. Know exactly how hard you’re pulling — and how long you can hold it. Peak & Endurance Tests • Measure your Maximum Voluntary Contraction (MVC) or hold a force over time. Frez records every detail, so you can track your gains and compare sessions. Custom Routines • Build and follow your own isometric training routines — with full control over reps, sets, rest time, and target force. Offline Mode • No signal in the gym? No problem. Frez works even when you’re offline. Frez supports your strength journey — one pull at a time. = Frez service access permissions Frez uses minimal device permissions, and we'll explain why. = [Optional] Bluetooth permissions We need Bluetooth permissions to connect with force measurement devices. Subscription Terms: Payment will be charged to the credit card connected to your Apple account when you confirm the initial subscription purchase. Subscriptions automatically renew unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current subscription period. Your account will be charged for renewal within 24 hours prior to the end of the current period, and the cost of the renewal will be identified. You may manage your subscription and turn off auto-renewal by going to your Account Settings after the purchase. Any unused portion of a free trial period, if offered, will be forfeited when you purchase a subscription, where applicable. Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Read more about our terms and conditions here: Privacy Policy: https://frez.app/privacy Terms of Service: https://frez.app/terms

Screenshots

Hold Scale4 screens
Frez4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Hold Scale at none against Frez's 16. Hold Scale also leads on iOS requirement (12.0 vs 15.0). On price, 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. Frez sells 15 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Hold Scale asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
Hold Scale versus Frez: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterHold ScaleFrez
PriceFreeFree
Rating—4.7 (27 ratings) — better
Positive reviews—100.0% of reviews
Number of ratings—27 — better
Update frequency—Every 4 days
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
Monetization—Freemium
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch — better
Requires iOS12.0 — better15.0
Further details — not scored
Size38 MB120 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperJoscha von AndrianDonghyun Kim

In-app purchases

None

Hold Scale

No in-app purchases

15 purchases

Frez

Subscriptions11
  • ClimbHarder Premium (Monthly)1 Month trial$2.991 Month
  • Training Tools (Monthly)2 variants$3.991 Month
  • Training Tools (Monthly)$4.991 Month
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  • ClimbHarder Premium (Monthly)$4.991 Month
  • Training Tools (Yearly)$19.991 Year
  • ClimbHarder Premium (Yearly)1 Month trial$23.991 Year
  • Training Tools (Yearly)3 Days trial$24.991 Year
  • Training Tools (Yearly)7 Days trial$29.991 Year
  • Training Tools (Yearly)14 Days trial$29.991 Year
  • ClimbHarder Premium (Yearly)7 Days trial$29.991 Year
  • ClimbHarder Premium (Yearly)1 Year trial$29.991 Year
One-time4
  • ClimbHarder Training Tools$29.99
  • ClimbHarder Training Tools$39.99
  • ClimbHarder Training Tools$89.99
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  • ClimbHarder Training Tools$119.99

Questions

Is Hold Scale free?
Hold Scale is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Frez free?
Frez is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Hold Scale or Frez have ads?
Neither Hold Scale nor Frez shows ads.

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