Comparison

Frez vs Intentional Climber

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

Head to head
About

Frez

This app offers isometric training routines with real-time force feedback via Bluetooth-connected devices. Track your performance, build custom workouts, and measure progress with detailed analytics. It works offline and supports athletes in improving their strength.

Highlights
  • Real-time force tracking
  • Peak and endurance tests
  • Customizable workout routines
  • Offline mode
  • Performance analytics
  • Bluetooth device integration
Features
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Frez: functional training for your sport. Plan, train and track everything that makes you stronger for your sport — in the gym and on the wall. Workouts, climbing sessions and finger training live in one app, so you always know what to train next and when to push. WORKOUTS & ROUTINES • Exercise library with videos and muscle maps • Build your own routines, or download ready-made ones from Explore • Workout player with rest timer, last session's numbers next to every set, and RPE CLIMBING • Log climbing sessions live: routes, grades and attempts • Logbook with your sends and full history • Live Activity on the Lock Screen while you climb FREZ DYNO & FINGER TRAINING • Isometric training with real-time force from Frez Dyno or a supported Bluetooth force sensor • Max strength, RFD and Critical Force tests to track your progress • Train hangs with the timer, even without a device KNOW WHEN TO PUSH • Frez Score: your training load and readiness at a glance • Finger battery for endurance and high-intensity finger load, with a recovery forecast • Sleep, HRV and resting heart rate from Apple Health MORE • Share workout cards and routines with friends • Achievements for your milestones • Works offline — no signal at the gym? No problem. • Coming from Frez 4? Import your data in one tap. PERMISSIONS Frez asks only for what it needs, and tells you why. • [Optional] Bluetooth — to connect force measurement devices • [Optional] Apple Health — to use your sleep, HRV and resting heart rate 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/ Privacy Policy: https://frez.app/privacy Terms of Service: https://frez.app/terms

About

Intentional Climber

This app provides a structured system for climbers to improve their performance. It helps users plan training, set goals, track progress with insights, and analyze their sessions to make every climb count.

Highlights
  • Training session planner
  • Weekly and monthly goal setting
  • Training programs from coaches
  • Built-in strength and performance assessments
  • Progress tracking with charts
  • Session reflection and analysis
  • Attach beta videos to projects
Features
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Break through plateaus. Train with intention. Climb stronger. Whether you’re chasing your first V7, your first 5.13, or your best season yet, Intentional Climber helps you stay consistent, focused, and make every session count. This isn’t just a workout tracker. It’s a complete system for improving every part of your climbing. FEATURES • Plan your training and climbing sessions with a simple, powerful planner • Set weekly and monthly goals that keep you accountable • Level-up with training programs from world-class coaches • Test finger strength, endurance, and performance with built-in assessments • See your progress clearly with interactive charts and actionable insights • Reflect on your sessions to uncover patterns, breakthroughs, and lessons • Attach beta videos to projects and workouts to accelerate learning • Build consistency and make every session count BUILT FOR BUSY CLIMBERS You don’t need more random workouts—you need structure and consistency. Intentional Climber helps you focus your time, stay on track through a busy schedule, and approach every session with purpose—whether that’s training hard, climbing outside, or pushing on a project. SEE WHAT’S WORKING Track your progress over time and spot what’s actually improving your climbing. From finger strength to mental performance, Intentional Climber helps turn effort into real, measurable gains. Stop guessing. Start climbing with intention. Terms of Use https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy https://intentionalclimber.com/privacy Need Support? https://intentionalclimber.com/support Need to report a problem or request a feature? https://intentionalclimber.com/report-issue

Screenshots

Frez4 screens
Intentional Climber4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Intentional Climber at 5.0 against Frez's 4.8. Intentional Climber also leads on update cadence (every 3 days vs weekly). Frez's advantage is ratings volume (29 vs 5). On price, review sentiment, ads and in-app purchases 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 9 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month and Intentional Climber sells 9 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Intentional Climber holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Frez has 29 ratings behind it against 5, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews split almost evenly too, at 100% and 100% positive.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Frez ships an update weekly, Intentional Climber every 3 days. The most recent releases landed on November 8, 2026 and November 5, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Frez versus Intentional Climber: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterFrezIntentional Climber
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.8 (29 ratings)5.0 (5 ratings) — better
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews100.0% of reviews
Number of ratings29 — better5
Update frequencyWeeklyEvery 3 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFreemiumFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.0 — better15.6
Further details — not scored
Size138 MB83 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperDonghyun KimJefferson Ash

Customer experience

Frez

All ratings29 ratings
Positive93.1%
Neutral3.4%
Negative3.4%
Written reviews5 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Intentional Climber

All ratings5 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews4 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

9 purchases

Frez

Subscriptions7
  • Training Tools (Monthly)2 variants$3.991 Month
  • Training Tools (Monthly)$4.991 Month
  • Training Tools (Yearly)$19.991 Year
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  • 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
One-time2
  • ClimbHarder Training Tools$39.99
  • ClimbHarder Training Tools$89.99
9 purchases

Intentional Climber

Subscriptions8
  • Founding 100 - Monthly14 Days trial$6.991 Month
  • LAUNCHCREW (Monthly)14 Days trial$7.991 Month
  • STRUGGLE (Monthly)14 Days trial$8.991 Month
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  • Monthly All-Access14 Days trial$9.991 Month
  • Founding 100 - Annual14 Days trial$59.001 Year
  • LAUNCHCREW (Annual)14 Days trial$59.001 Year
  • STRUGGLE (Annual)14 Days trial$69.001 Year
  • Annual All-Access14 Days trial$79.001 Year
One-time1
  • Complete Climber$196.99

Questions

Is Frez free?
Frez is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Intentional Climber free?
Intentional Climber is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Frez or Intentional Climber?
Intentional Climber is rated higher. Frez averages 4.8 out of 5 from 29 ratings, while Intentional Climber averages 5.0 from 5 ratings.
Do Frez or Intentional Climber have ads?
Neither Frez nor Intentional Climber shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Frez or Intentional Climber?
Frez ships an update weekly, and Intentional Climber every 3 days. Most recently, Frez was updated on November 8, 2026 and Intentional Climber on November 5, 2026.

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