Comparison

Grapplers Connect vs TKD Ref Client

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

Head to head
About

Grapplers Connect

Connect with verified combat sports coaches for personalized training sessions. Find experts in disciplines like BJJ, wrestling, MMA, and striking for direct booking, communication, and progress tracking.

Highlights
  • Find verified coaches by discipline
  • Book personalized training sessions
  • Direct communication with coaches
  • Track training history and progress
  • Secure payments and scheduling
  • Support for BJJ, wrestling, MMA, judo, striking
Features
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Grapplers Connect is the first marketplace built exclusively for combat sports athletes and coaches. Whether you're preparing for your next jiu jitsu tournament, refining your wrestling skills, or leveling up in MMA, Grapplers Connect gives you direct access to verified personal coaches across grappling and striking disciplines. This is where serious athletes find serious coaching. No DMs, no guesswork, no middlemen — just clean booking, direct communication, and personalized sessions that help you improve. From Brazilian Jiu Jitsu to freestyle wrestling, from judo to striking, Grapplers Connect is built for those who take training seriously. Every coach is vetted, and every session is built around your goals. Find verified coaches by discipline. Discover personal coaches in BJJ, MMA, wrestling, judo, submission grappling, and more. Every profile includes real athlete reviews, credentials, and availability. Book one-on-one training sessions. Choose your coach, pick a time, and book instantly. Whether it’s for a private lesson, competition prep, or ongoing mentorship, sessions are tailored to your needs. Message coaches directly. Communicate clearly with your coach before and after your sessions — no outside platforms needed. Track your training history. Stay consistent and accountable. View past sessions, log notes, and track your progress over time. Secure payments and scheduling. Know what you're paying for. Simple, transparent pricing with secure in-app payments and calendar integration. Supported disciplines include Brazilian Jiu Jitsu (BJJ), wrestling (freestyle, Greco-Roman, folkstyle), judo, MMA (mixed martial arts), submission grappling, and striking styles like boxing, Muay Thai, and kickboxing. Whether you're just starting out or preparing for a big match, Grapplers Connect gives you the tools to train with purpose. Skip the social media messages and gym referrals — get connected with verified coaches who match your discipline, goals, and schedule. This is the future of coaching in combat sports — built by and for the grappling community.

About

TKD Ref Client

Features
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TKD Ref Client is a referee scoring application for Taekwondo tournaments. The app allows referees to submit scoring inputs such as punches, body kicks, and head kicks to a tournament controller using a PIN provided by the event operator. The app is intended for use by tournament staff and referees during live matches. No user accounts are required and no personal data is collected.

Screenshots

Grapplers Connect4 screens
TKD Ref Client1 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: TKD Ref Client at fortnightly against Grapplers Connect's every 12 months. TKD Ref Client also leads on iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.6). On price, ads, in-app purchases 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Grapplers Connect ships an update every 12 months, TKD Ref Client fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on October 30, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 7 level
Grapplers Connect versus TKD Ref Client: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterGrapplers ConnectTKD Ref Client
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (1 ratings) — better—
Number of ratings1 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 12 monthsFortnightly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.613.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size66 MB39 MB
Age rating17+4+
DeveloperGRAPPLERS CONNECT LLCEric Lee

In-app purchases

None

Grapplers Connect

No in-app purchases

None

TKD Ref Client

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Grapplers Connect free?
Grapplers Connect is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is TKD Ref Client free?
TKD Ref Client is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Grapplers Connect or TKD Ref Client have ads?
Neither Grapplers Connect nor TKD Ref Client shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Grapplers Connect or TKD Ref Client?
Grapplers Connect ships an update every 12 months, and TKD Ref Client fortnightly. Most recently, Grapplers Connect was updated on October 30, 2026 and TKD Ref Client on October 31, 2026.

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