Comparison

Plank vs HOLD

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

Head to head
About

Plank

Features
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Core Plank Trainer is your personal coach for building a strong and stable core with simple, effective plank workouts. Whether you’re just starting or already experienced, the app guides you through structured programs designed to safely increase strength and endurance over time. FEATURES • Guided plank workouts with visual exercise demonstrations • Beginner, Intermediate, and Advanced training programs • Smart timer with progress tracking • Custom program builder — create workouts your way • Side planks and reverse planks included • Adjustable exercise and rest durations • Clean, distraction-free interface • Sound, vibration, and countdown controls • Works offline — train anywhere TRAINING PROGRAMS • Beginner — safe introduction with gradual progression • Intermediate — longer holds and increased intensity • Advanced — maximum core challenge for experienced users WHY CORE PLANK TRAINER Plank training is one of the most effective ways to strengthen your core, improve posture, and support overall fitness. Core Plank Trainer makes it simple, focused, and easy to stay consistent. Start small. Stay consistent. Get stronger every day. Terms of Use: https://danya-prohvat.github.io/plank-trainer-term-of-use/

About

HOLD

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HOLDは、プランクトレーニングに特化したシンプルなタイマーアプリです。 iPhoneを目の前に置くだけで、すぐにトレーニングを始められます。 【特徴】 ● 二重円タイマー 秒・分の進捗が一目でわかる直感的なデザイン。 外輪が1分で1周し、内輪が目標タイムへの進捗を表示します。 ● インターバル(BREAK)機能 途中で休憩したいときはBREAKボタンをタップ。 実施した時間と同じだけ休憩でき、超えた瞬間にセッション終了。 ● 自動目標更新 これまでの最長1セット記録が次回の目標になります。 目標を超えるたびに自動で更新。 ● カレンダー記録 日別の累積時間・最長セット・インターバル回数を一覧で確認。 過去の記録をさかのぼって成長を実感できます。 【こんな人に】 ・毎日プランクを続けたい ・記録を見て継続のモチベーションにしたい ・シンプルで邪魔にならないタイマーが欲しい

Screenshots

Plank4 screens
HOLD4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: HOLD at none against Plank's shown. HOLD also leads on update cadence (every 3 days vs every 2 weeks). Plank's advantage is device support (3 vs 1) and iOS requirement (15.1 vs 17.0). On price and in-app purchases 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. Plank sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per 7 days and HOLD sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Plank ships an update every 2 weeks, HOLD every 3 days. Both last shipped on October 25, 2026.

Scorecard4 real differences · 2 level
Plank versus HOLD: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPlankHOLD
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeksEvery 3 days — better
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesYes
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone
Requires iOS15.1 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size51 MB5 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperDANIIL PROKHVATILOVMotoki Seki

In-app purchases

4 purchases

Plank

Subscriptions3
  • Premium Weekly$0.997 Days
  • Premium Monthly$1.991 Month
  • Premium Yearly3 Days trial$5.991 Year
One-time1
  • Premium Lifetime$9.99
1 purchases

HOLD

One-time1
  • 広告を削除$1.99

Questions

Is Plank free?
Plank is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is HOLD free?
HOLD is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Plank or HOLD have ads?
Plank shows ads; HOLD does not.
Which is updated more often, Plank or HOLD?
Plank ships an update every 2 weeks, and HOLD every 3 days. Most recently, Plank was updated on October 25, 2026 and HOLD on October 25, 2026.

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