# SamuraiDesk vs STRONG BY IZZY

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: SamuraiDesk at none against STRONG BY IZZY's 8. SamuraiDesk also leads on update cadence (every 2 days vs every 3 months) and device support (4 vs 2). STRONG BY IZZY's advantage is ratings volume (184 vs 1). On price, rating, ads and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. STRONG BY IZZY sells 8 in-app purchases, starting at $34.99 per month. SamuraiDesk asks for nothing beyond the download.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 5.0 for SamuraiDesk against 4.9 for STRONG BY IZZY. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: STRONG BY IZZY has 184 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

SamuraiDesk ships an update every 2 days, STRONG BY IZZY every 3 months. Both last shipped on October 31, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | SamuraiDesk | STRONG BY IZZY |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/samuraidesk/id6757274802/reviews)** | [4.9 (184 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/strong-by-izzy/id6758650816/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 1 | **184** |
| Positive reviews | — | 96.6% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 2 days** | Every 3 months |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 168 MB | 105 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.0** | 16.6 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [LINKTOPIN](https://appshunter.io/developer/1153408999) | [Izzy Samuel Pty lTD](https://appshunter.io/developer/1874201670) |

## What reviewers say

### SamuraiDesk

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/samuraidesk/id6757274802)

This platform connects martial arts academies with their students and families. Manage training schedules, track attendance and progress, handle memberships and payments, and discover events and academy merchandise.

**Highlights:** Class schedule viewing, Attendance tracking, Membership management, Payment processing, Progress and belt rank monitoring, Family account management, Event and seminar discovery

**Features:** Apple Wallet, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none


### STRONG BY IZZY

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/strong-by-izzy/id6758650816)

This platform offers structured, intelligent movement programs focused on building strength, control, and long-term results through strength-based Pilates. It provides a growing library of workouts, structured programs, and a supportive community for those seeking discipline and effective training.

**Highlights:** Strength-based Pilates workouts, Structured training programs, Heavy dumbbell sessions, Sculpt focused classes, Progressive workout challenges, Supportive community

**In-app purchases (8)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| STRONG BY IZZY Monthly | $34.99 | per month |
| STRONG BY IZZY Yearly | $349.99 | per year |
| STRONG BY IZZY - 3499 | $34.99 | one-time |
| STRONG BY IZZY - 4499 | $44.99 | one-time |
| STRONG BY IZZY - 6499 | $64.99 | one-time |
| STRONG BY IZZY - 7499 | $74.99 | one-time |
| STRONG BY IZZY - 8499 | $84.99 | one-time |
| STRONG BY IZZY - 9999 | $99.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is SamuraiDesk free?

SamuraiDesk is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is STRONG BY IZZY free?

STRONG BY IZZY is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, SamuraiDesk or STRONG BY IZZY?

SamuraiDesk is rated higher. SamuraiDesk averages 5.0 out of 5 from 1 ratings, while STRONG BY IZZY averages 4.9 from 184 ratings.

### Do SamuraiDesk or STRONG BY IZZY have ads?

Neither SamuraiDesk nor STRONG BY IZZY shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, SamuraiDesk or STRONG BY IZZY?

SamuraiDesk ships an update every 2 days, and STRONG BY IZZY every 3 months. Most recently, SamuraiDesk was updated on October 31, 2026 and STRONG BY IZZY on October 31, 2026.

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