# Ramsey Network vs Hammer Elite

The clearest difference is rating: Ramsey Network at 4.9 against Hammer Elite's 3.3. Ramsey Network also leads on monetization model (free with in-app purchases vs subscription) and ratings volume (25K vs 47). Hammer Elite's advantage is chart position (#65 vs unranked). On price, review sentiment, update cadence and ads there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Ramsey Network sells 23 one-off in-app purchases and Hammer Elite sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Ramsey Network holds the better App Store score, 4.9 against 3.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Ramsey Network has 25K ratings behind it against 47, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 60% of Ramsey Network's written reviews are positive against 52% of Hammer Elite's.

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on October 30, 2026 and October 28, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Ramsey Network | Hammer Elite |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.9 (25K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ramsey-network/id675135060/reviews)** | [3.3 (47 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hammer-elite/id6763444186/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **25K** | 47 |
| Positive reviews | **59.6% of reviews** | 51.6% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Fortnightly | Fortnightly |
| Monetization | **Free with in-app purchases** | Subscription |
| Best chart rank | — | **#65** |
| Size | 51 MB | 63 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.1 | **15.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple TV** |
| Age rating | 12+ | 9+ |
| Developer | [The Lampo Group Incorporated](https://appshunter.io/developer/380709890) | [Hammer Media LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1784269702) |

## What reviewers say

### Ramsey Network

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ramsey-network/id675135060)

Access a wealth of financial advice and motivational content from Ramsey personalities. Listen to podcasts, audiobooks, and find answers to your money questions with AI-powered search. Stay focused on your financial goals with easy offline listening and topic-based browsing.

**Highlights:** Offline episode downloads, Browse content by topic, In-app audiobook listening, AI-powered question search, Access to multiple Ramsey shows

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (23)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Redefining Anxiety | $10.00 | one-time |
| High-Performance Achievement | $14.99 | one-time |
| Rhinoceros Success | $16.99 | one-time |
| EntreLeadership | $17.99 | one-time |
| Gazelles, Baby Steps & 37 ... | $19.99 | one-time |
| Quitter | $19.99 | one-time |
| The Proximity Principle | $19.99 | one-time |
| Love Your Life, Not Theirs | $19.99 | one-time |
| Build A Business You Love | $19.99 | one-time |
| Own Your Past, Change Your F.. | $19.99 | one-time |
| From Paycheck To Purpose | $19.99 | one-time |
| Baby Steps Millionaires | $19.99 | one-time |
| Breaking Free From Broke | $19.99 | one-time |
| Building A Non-Anxious Life | $19.99 | one-time |
| Total Money Makeover 20th | $19.99 | one-time |
| Know Yourself, Know Your Money | $19.99 | one-time |
| Smart Money Smart Kids | $19.99 | one-time |
| Money is Not a Math Problem | $19.99 | one-time |
| The Legacy Journey | $20.00 | one-time |
| What No One Tells You About Money | $24.99 | one-time |
| The Total Money Makeover | $28.99 | one-time |
| Get Clear Assessment: Student | $34.99 | one-time |
| Get Clear Assessment: Find ... | $34.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Great content and easy to use
- 🚀 Awesome practical advice
- 💡 Life-changing information
- 👍 Helpful to stay motivated
- 👍 Provides financial peace

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 App can be slow to open
- 🐛 Audio playback issues
- 🐛 Disconnected device controls
- 🐛 Lack of episode progress tracking
- 🐛 Audiobooks not downloadable

**Reported bugs**

- Feedback button leads to error
- Login screen timeouts
- Inconsistent audio/video sync

**Requested features**

- Landscape mode support
- Episode search and navigation
- Offline audio playback
- Reverse chronological episode order


### Hammer Elite

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hammer-elite/id6763444186)

**Currently charting:** #65 Top Grossing · Finance, #102 Top Free · Finance (US App Store)

Access exclusive content, community forums, and behind-the-scenes insights from your favorite financial audit creators. Enjoy weekly updates with unique series, live call-in shows, and in-depth episode breakdowns. Connect with a global community of fans and deepen your understanding of personal finance.

**Highlights:** Exclusive weekly shows, Live call-in show access, Behind-the-scenes content, In-depth episode breakdowns, Global fan community, Unfiltered post-show access

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Hammer Elite Monthly | $9.99 | per month |
| Hammer Elite Annual Subscription | $99.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Ramsey Network free?

Ramsey Network is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Hammer Elite free?

Hammer Elite is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Ramsey Network or Hammer Elite?

Ramsey Network is rated higher. Ramsey Network averages 4.9 out of 5 from 25K ratings, while Hammer Elite averages 3.3 from 47 ratings.

### Do Ramsey Network or Hammer Elite have ads?

Neither Ramsey Network nor Hammer Elite shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Ramsey Network or Hammer Elite?

Ramsey Network ships an update fortnightly, and Hammer Elite fortnightly. Most recently, Ramsey Network was updated on October 30, 2026 and Hammer Elite on October 28, 2026.

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