POLSE vs ChowTracker
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
POLSE
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Your free Pilates community, always in your pocket. POLSE is where Pilates meets community. Unlike premium fitness apps that lock classes behind paywalls, POLSE gives you free access to video content for Mat, Barre, Reformer-inspired sessions, and more. No subscription required to move. Why POLSE? Community-First, Not Just a Library You're not just taking a class, you're joining a movement. Share workouts, follow friends, celebrate streaks together. The social feed is the heart of POLSE, not an afterthought. Co-founded by pilateswithgabz Every class feels like training with a supportive instructor who actually gets how your body feels today. Clear cues, uplifting energy, kind form reminders, and options to dial it up or soften it down. Classes That Fit Real Life - Express 10–20 minute workouts for busy days - Feel-strong flows, slow-burn core, posture resets - Quick resets for hips, shoulders, and spine - Sessions that make you sweat (yes, Pilates can do that) What's Free - All Mat, Barre & Reformer-inspired classes - Express workouts for tight schedules - Social feed to share your practice - Streak tracking to build the habit - Class filters by style, length, difficulty - Personalized recommendations POLSE+ (Optional Upgrade) Go deeper with structured programs, goal tracking, and personalized insights: - Goal Setting: Set weekly class targets and track progress - Programs: Multi-week structured courses to follow - Analytics & Insights: Detailed charts, trends, and weekly summaries - Personalized Recommendations: AI-powered class suggestions Made for All Levels Every body is welcome. Modifications and progressions are shown so beginners feel safe and seasoned movers stay challenged. Form tips are sprinkled in gently, never overwhelming. Instructors Who Grow With You Our instructors earn when you thrive. Use their personalized referral code when subscribing to support your favourite teacher directly. Build the Habit Create your routine, morning wake-up, lunch boost, evening release, and let POLSE nudge you toward consistency that feels sustainable, not all-or-nothing. Start for free. Stay for the community. Upgrade for depth. Download POLSE and move with us today. Licence agreement https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
ChowTracker
This app helps you manage your nutrition and achieve your health goals through personalized insights and easy logging. Track meals, water, weight, and gain smart feedback on your eating habits. Unlock advanced features for a comprehensive wellness journey.
- Personalized nutrition goals
- Quick meal and water logging
- Extensive food database
- Progress tracking with charts
- Smart insights on eating patterns
- Customizable meal saving
- Weight and sleep tracking
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ChowTracker: Nutrition & Meal Tracking Take control of your nutrition with ChowTracker, the intelligent food tracking app designed to make healthy eating simple and sustainable. Whether you're managing weight, building muscle, or improving overall wellness, ChowTracker provides personalised nutrition insights tailored to your unique goals. KEY FEATURES: • Personalised Nutrition Goals - Get custom calorie and macro targets based on your body, activity level, and goals • Quick Logging - Easily log meals, water intake, and weight with our intuitive interface • Food Database - Access thousands of foods with complete nutritional information • Progress Tracking - Monitor your journey with detailed charts and statistics • Smart Insights - Receive feedback on your eating patterns and nutrient balance • Custom Meals - Save your favourite meal combinations for faster future logging • Weight Tracking - Track your weight changes over time with visual progress charts • Daily Summaries - Get a clear breakdown of your daily nutrition at a glance PREMIUM FEATURES: • Barcode Scanner - Instantly log packaged foods by scanning their barcodes • Advanced Nutrient Tracking - Monitor micronutrients, vitamins, and minerals • Water Tracker - Set hydration goals and track your daily water intake • Sleep Tracking - Log your sleep to understand its impact on nutrition and wellness • Advanced Progress Reports - Access detailed insights and analytics about your nutrition journey • Fasting Mode - Switch to fasting mode to lock the app and only log what matters during your fast (water, sleep and exercise) ChowTracker respects your privacy. We don't sell your data or show advertisements. Your health information stays private and secure. Download ChowTracker today and take the first step toward healthier, more mindful eating! Privacy Policy: https://chowtracker.co.uk/privacy.php Terms of Use: https://chowtracker.co.uk/terms.php https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Powered by fatsecret nutrition API’ (www.fatsecret.com)
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Verdict
The clearest difference is iOS requirement: ChowTracker at 15.1 against POLSE's 18.2. On price, update cadence, 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
Both are free to download. POLSE sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $8.99 per month and ChowTracker sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
POLSE ships an update every 3 weeks, ChowTracker fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on September 26, 2026 and October 11, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | POLSE | ChowTracker |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | — | 4.7 (845 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | — | 58.1% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | — | 845 — better |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | Fortnightly — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | — | Free with in-app purchases |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 18.2 | 15.1 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 50 MB | 45 MB |
| Age rating | 17+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Conor Hayes | Jamie Botham |
In-app purchases
POLSE
- POLSE monthly pilates pass14 Days trial$8.991 Month
- POLSE annual pilates pass14 Days trial$89.991 Year
ChowTracker
- ChowTracker Monthly Premium$4.991 Month
- ChowTracker Annual Premium$34.991 Year
- Lifetime Premium$49.99









