Comparison

Planoura Pilates Class Planner vs BODYBAR Instruct

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

Head to head
About

Planoura Pilates Class Planner

This app helps Pilates instructors create structured classes quickly using a professional exercise library. It offers tools to organize sessions, save templates, and track client progress, supporting both new and experienced trainers.

Highlights
  • Intuitive class builder
  • 1,000+ Pilates exercise videos
  • Structured class flow
  • Filter by level, apparatus, goal
  • Save and reuse class templates
  • Client progress tracking
Features
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Planoura is a professional Pilates class planning app built specifically for Pilates instructors. Designed to support both new and experienced trainers, Planoura helps you plan smarter, teach better, and save hours every week. Whether you teach independently or work in a studio, Planoura gives you the tools to deliver structured, high-quality Pilates sessions with confidence. Designed for both new and experienced instructors, Planoura saves hours of weekly planning time while helping you deliver more consistent, well-structured classes. Whether you teach independently or in a studio, Planoura supports a more organized, professional teaching workflow. PLAN CLASSES FASTER Build complete pilates classes using a simple and intuitive planning system. Add exercises from the professional library with a quick tap, then reorder them within your class using drag-and-drop to create a clear flow from warm-up to main work to cooldown. Organize every session in a way that feels method-based, structured, and intentional. ACCESS A PROFESSIONAL EXERCISE LIBRARY Explore 1,000+ Pilates exercise videos with studio-style demonstrations. Filter exercises by level, apparatus, or training goal to match the needs of your clients and classes. STAY CONSISTENT AND ORGANIZED Save and reuse class templates to streamline your planning process. Maintain consistency across sessions, refine what works, and reduce repetitive planning week after week. SUPPORT YOUR GROWTH AS AN INSTRUCTOR Planoura acts as a digital assistant for Pilates trainers. New instructors benefit from added structure and guidance, while experienced professionals can scale their workload without sacrificing quality. Structured class planning helps improve teaching quality, client results, and overall professionalism. KEY FEATURES • Easy and intuitive class builder • 1,000+ Pilates exercise videos • Structured class flow (warm-up → main → cooldown) • Filters by level, apparatus, and goal • Save and reuse class templates • Support for tracking client progress Planoura bridges the gap between Pilates education and real-world teaching. It’s the professional way to plan Pilates classes and deliver better sessions. Start your free trial and plan smarter with Planoura. Privacy Policy: https://planoura.com/privacy-policy/ Terms of Use: https://planoura.com/terms-of-use/

About

BODYBAR Instruct

This tool helps Pilates instructors create and customize classes using a library of approved exercises. Manage your workout flow and timing directly from your Apple Watch during sessions for seamless delivery and client engagement.

Highlights
  • Build and customize Pilates classes
  • Access full library of pre-approved exercises
  • Manage workout flow from Apple Watch
  • Seamlessly move between exercises
  • Keep timing on track
  • Adjust in real time
Features
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Elevate the way you teach with a powerful class curation tool designed exclusively for BODYBAR instructors. Quickly build and customize Pilates classes using the full library of BODYBAR’s pre-approved exercises — ensuring every session is intentional, aligned with curriculum standards, and tailored to your clients’ needs. During class, stay fully present and in control by managing your workout flow directly from your Apple Watch. Seamlessly move between exercises, keep timing on track, and adjust in real time — without breaking connection with your clients. Streamlined planning. Confident delivery. Total control, right from your wrist.

Screenshots

Planoura Pilates Class Planner4 screens
BODYBAR Instruct3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: BODYBAR Instruct at 3.0 against Planoura Pilates Class Planner's 1.0. BODYBAR Instruct also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 6) and ratings volume (3 vs 1). On price, update cadence, 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. Planoura Pilates Class Planner sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $19.99 per month. BODYBAR Instruct asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

BODYBAR Instruct holds the better App Store score, 3.0 against 1.0. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 1 and 3 respectively.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 22, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
Planoura Pilates Class Planner versus BODYBAR Instruct: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPlanoura Pilates Class PlannerBODYBAR Instruct
PriceFreeFree
Rating1.0 (1 ratings)3.0 (3 ratings) — better
Positive reviews—0.0% of reviews
Number of ratings13 — better
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeksEvery 2 weeks
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPod, Apple Watch
Requires iOS15.115.1
Further details — not scored
Size53 MB40 MB
Age rating4+17+
DeveloperBlack Lion IncSpeak Light LLC

Customer experience

Planoura Pilates Class Planner

All ratings1 ratings
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%

BODYBAR Instruct

All ratings3 ratings
Positive33.3%
Neutral0.0%
Negative66.7%
Written reviews2 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%

In-app purchases

6 purchases

Planoura Pilates Class Planner

Subscriptions6
  • Planoura Monthy Premium Access1 Month trial$19.991 Month
  • Planoura Monthly Premium Access$19.991 Month
  • Planoura Monthy Premium Access7 Days trial$19.991 Month
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  • Planoura Yearly Premium Access7 Days trial$179.991 Year
  • Planoura Yearly Premium Access1 Year trial$179.991 Year
  • Planoura Yearly Premium Access$179.991 Year
None

BODYBAR Instruct

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Planoura Pilates Class Planner free?
Planoura Pilates Class Planner is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is BODYBAR Instruct free?
BODYBAR Instruct is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Planoura Pilates Class Planner or BODYBAR Instruct?
BODYBAR Instruct is rated higher. Planoura Pilates Class Planner averages 1.0 out of 5 from 1 ratings, while BODYBAR Instruct averages 3.0 from 3 ratings.
Do Planoura Pilates Class Planner or BODYBAR Instruct have ads?
Neither Planoura Pilates Class Planner nor BODYBAR Instruct shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Planoura Pilates Class Planner or BODYBAR Instruct?
Planoura Pilates Class Planner ships an update every 2 weeks, and BODYBAR Instruct every 2 weeks. Most recently, Planoura Pilates Class Planner was updated on October 22, 2026 and BODYBAR Instruct on October 24, 2026.

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