Comparison

The Sup App vs Paddle Journal

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

Head to head
About

The Sup App

Features
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The Sup App is a on water and off water, stand up paddleboarding, exercise and training companion. This app is designed to help you train smarter, whether on water or land. By understanding your fitness level, the app tailors your experience to ensure that you exercise effectively. While exercising a narrator will instruct you and the pace is clearly marked using a metronome. Filters are used to locate and select the exercise of your choice. Filters include. 1. Purpose. Depending on the purpose of your exercise you can select from strength, fitness, technique, warmup, cooldown, speed, power, activation, agility, board control, indoor sup, frequency and recovery. 2. Level. Depending on your personal fitness level you can select from entry, intermediate, advanced, elite and pro. 3. Zone. Depending on your training goal you can select from zone zero up to zone eight. The app is free to use for all users. The app include. - 200+ number exercises - 40+ exercises specially tailored for indoor SUP - filter functions to find your preferred exercise - setting to skip learning content during exercising - setting to skip intro and outro sections during exercising - delayed start so you have time to place your phone in a waterproof case - access to all available narrators on your device - voice (narrator) volume control - voice (narrator) rate (speed) control - voice (narrator) pitch control - several pace (paddle speed) sound choices - pace (paddle speed) volume control - pace, cadence (paddle speed) up/down adjustment control. - all available languages Users need to register and login using email and password or login using their Apple account or Google account. If you are new to exercising using levels and zones, we recommend that you consult a personal trainer for advice and directions. Visit supapp.lovable.app to get started. Also remember – safety comes first – for on water paddle-boarding use lifejacket, appropriate clothing, and inform someone on shore about your, on water, intentions (we recommend paddle-boarding with someone or in a group). Have fun exercising with the Sup App. Terms of Use supapp.lovable.app/terms-of-use Privacy Policy supapp.lovable.app/privacy-policy Join the Sup App community @ Facebook www.facebook.com/groups/supapp

About

Paddle Journal

This app precisely tracks your water sports routes using GPS, recording session data like distance, speed, and duration. It also provides live weather and wind information, and allows you to build a personal logbook of your adventures with notes and photos.

Highlights
  • GPS route tracking and navigation
  • Real-time weather and wind data
  • Session logging with photos and notes
  • Cloud sync across devices
  • Live Activities on iPhone lock screen
  • Customizable units
Features
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Paddle Journal - GPS Tracking for Kayaking, SUP & Water Sports Paddle Journal is the ultimate GPS tracking app for kayaking, stand up paddleboarding (SUP), canoeing, rowing, and all water sports activities. Track your paddling routes with precision GPS, record session data, and build a comprehensive log of your water adventures. KEY FEATURES: GPS Route Tracking & Navigation - Real-time GPS tracking with accurate route recording - Distance, speed, and duration measurement for every session - Interactive route maps showing your complete paddling path - Works for kayaking, SUP, canoeing, rowing, surf ski, and rafting Weather & Wind Conditions - Live wind speed and direction data powered by Apple Weather - Built-in compass for navigation on the water - Weather conditions recorded at session start and finish - Essential safety information for all water sports Session Logging & Journal - Comprehensive activity tracking for multiple water sports - Add photos, notes, and ratings to your paddling sessions - Detailed session statistics and performance metrics - Personal logbook of all your water adventures Advanced Features - CloudKit sync across all your devices - Live Activities on iPhone lock screen during tracking - Customizable units (metric/imperial/automatic) - Background GPS tracking for uninterrupted sessions - Export and share your paddling achievements Perfect For: - Kayaking enthusiasts and sea kayakers - Stand up paddleboard (SUP) athletes - Canoe and rowing club members - Water sports instructors and guides - Outdoor adventure and fitness tracking - Marine recreation and boat navigation Whether you're exploring calm lakes, challenging rivers, or open ocean waters, Paddle Journal provides the GPS tracking, weather data, and logging tools you need for safe and memorable water sports experiences. Download Paddle Journal today and start tracking your kayaking, SUP, and paddling adventures with professional-grade GPS precision.

Screenshots

The Sup App4 screens
Paddle Journal4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Paddle Journal at none against The Sup App's 2. Paddle Journal also leads on update cadence (daily vs every 4 months). The Sup App's advantage is iOS requirement (16.6 vs 18.2). 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. The Sup App sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per month. Paddle Journal asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

The Sup App ships an update every 4 months, Paddle Journal daily. The most recent releases landed on October 25, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 6 level
The Sup App versus Paddle Journal: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterThe Sup AppPaddle Journal
PriceFreeFree
Rating—5.0 (2 ratings) — better
Number of ratings—2 — better
Update frequencyEvery 4 monthsDaily — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
Monetization—Free
DevicesiPhone, iPad — betteriPhone
Requires iOS16.6 — better18.2
Further details — not scored
Size29 MB2 MB
Age rating17+4+
DeveloperKona Sports by Kona Windsurfing ABGruffydd Johnston

In-app purchases

2 purchases

The Sup App

Subscriptions2
  • Premium monthly$9.991 Month
  • Premium annual$89.991 Year
None

Paddle Journal

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is The Sup App free?
The Sup App is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Paddle Journal free?
Paddle Journal is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do The Sup App or Paddle Journal have ads?
Neither The Sup App nor Paddle Journal shows ads.
Which is updated more often, The Sup App or Paddle Journal?
The Sup App ships an update every 4 months, and Paddle Journal daily. Most recently, The Sup App was updated on October 25, 2026 and Paddle Journal on October 24, 2026.

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