Comparison

The Stretch App vs Simple Stretch

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

Head to head
About

The Stretch App

This app offers a comprehensive library of stretching exercises with detailed instructions and illustrations. It helps users improve flexibility, prepare for workouts, and recover post-exercise. Features include personalized routines, video tutorials, and a BMI calculator.

Highlights
  • Stretching exercise routines
  • Advanced stretching plans
  • Stretching video tutorials
  • Personalized experience
  • BMI calculator
  • Free stretching plans
Features
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Feel looser in 5 minutes a day. The Stretch App gives you one short, guided routine every day, built around where you feel tight and how much time you have. Press start and follow along: clear illustrations, a countdown for every hold, and a voice that tells you what comes next. YOUR DAILY STRETCH • Answer four quick questions and get a plan that fits your body and your day • A fresh routine every day, from 5 minutes • One gentle reminder at the time you choose ROUTINES FOR EVERY MOMENT • Wake Up, Desk Break, Wind Down, Pre-Workout Warm-Up, Post-Workout Cool-Down • Neck & Shoulders, Lower Back, Hips, Hamstrings & Legs, Full Body • Posture Reset and Touch Your Toes • 4 to 9 minutes each, and your own pace: shorter or longer holds, automatic or tap-to-continue STAY WITH IT • Streaks and a simple progress view • A streak widget for your home screen and lock screen • Share cards for the days you are proud of MAKE IT YOURS (PREMIUM) • Every routine unlocked, with no ads • Build unlimited routines of your own • Apple Watch app: control a session from your wrist • Apple Health sync • Color themes • Cloud backup of your streak and routines Available in English, Spanish, Portuguese, French, Russian, Japanese, Hindi and Bengali. Made for iPhone, iPad and iPhone Duo. The Stretch App is free to use with a daily routine, three full routines and streak tracking. Premium is an optional auto-renewing subscription, yearly or monthly. New subscribers to the yearly plan start with a 7-day free trial. Payment is charged to your Apple Account at confirmation of purchase. The subscription renews automatically unless it is cancelled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Manage or cancel it in your App Store account settings. Stretch gently and stop if anything hurts. This app is not medical advice. Terms of Use: https://indimakes.com/the-stretch-app/terms-of-service/ Privacy Policy: https://indimakes.com/the-stretch-app/privacy-policy/

About

Simple Stretch

Features
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Feel better in just a few minutes a day. Simple Daily Stretch makes stretching effortless. Pick a routine, press play, and follow along with clear, guided moves—no equipment, no account, no clutter. Whether you're easing desk tension, loosening tight hips, warming up in the morning, or winding down for sleep, there's a session ready in 3 to 14 minutes. WHY YOU'LL LOVE IT • Guided sessions—follow along with a simple timer and on-screen cues for every move • Short and flexible—routines from 3 to 14 minutes fit any schedule • 240+ stretches across 42 ready-made routines • Build a habit—track your streak and history to stay motivated • Gentle daily reminders so you never forget to move • Make it yours—pick a friendly avatar for your stretching journey • No account required—just open and start • No ads, ever ROUTINES FOR EVERY MOMENT • Morning Energy—wake up your body and start the day energized • Desk Relief—quick upper-body relief for busy workdays • Neck Relief—ease neck tension and reset your posture in 3 minutes • Posture Reset—open the chest and relax tight shoulders • Hip Release—deep stretches to unlock tight hips and lower back • Back Ease—gently loosen your back and spine • Evening Calm—relax and prepare for restful sleep • Full Body—a complete head-to-toe stretch for total wellness …and more. PERFECT FOR • Desk workers and anyone sitting all day • Beginners who want simple, approachable stretching • Busy people who only have a few minutes • Anyone looking to improve flexibility, mobility, and posture No subscriptions to figure out, no sign-up forms, no distractions. Just press play and feel better—one stretch at a time. Start your first session today.

Screenshots

The Stretch App4 screens
Simple Stretch4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Simple Stretch at none against The Stretch App's 2. Simple Stretch also leads on ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (every 4 days vs fortnightly). On price, device support and iOS requirement 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. The Stretch App sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per month. Simple Stretch asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

The Stretch App ships an update fortnightly, Simple Stretch every 4 days. Both last shipped on October 24, 2026.

Scorecard3 real differences · 6 level
The Stretch App versus Simple Stretch: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterThe Stretch AppSimple Stretch
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.7 (17 ratings) — better—
Number of ratings17 — better—
Update frequencyFortnightlyEvery 4 days — better
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationAd-supported—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Apple Watch — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS17.016.4 — better
Further details — not scored
Size87 MB71 MB
Age rating12+4+
DeveloperNithin CherianSabri Altinkaya

In-app purchases

2 purchases

The Stretch App

Subscriptions2
  • Premium Monthly$6.991 Month
  • Premium Annual7 Days trial$29.991 Year
None

Simple Stretch

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is The Stretch App free?
The Stretch App is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Simple Stretch free?
Simple Stretch is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do The Stretch App or Simple Stretch have ads?
The Stretch App shows ads; Simple Stretch does not.
Which is updated more often, The Stretch App or Simple Stretch?
The Stretch App ships an update fortnightly, and Simple Stretch every 4 days. Most recently, The Stretch App was updated on October 24, 2026 and Simple Stretch on October 24, 2026.

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