Comparison

Studio Strong. vs PerformUpward

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

Head to head
About

Studio Strong.

Features
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Led by Randi Strong, renowned dance and movement coach to Olympic and elite ice skaters, Studio Strong brings professional-level training off the rink and into your everyday routine. Alongside Randi, a carefully selected team of top-tier instructors guide you through classes designed to build strength, artistry, control, and confidenceβ€” anytime, anywhere. Studio Strong offers a wide range of classes that support the full skater experience, including: -Dance styles and techniques to improve musicality, line, and expression -Strength and conditioning to enhance power, stability, and injury prevention -Stretching and mobility to increase flexibility and recovery -Performance tips to elevate presence and mental focus -Meditation and mindset practices to support calm, confidence, and clarity With multiple class lengths and no equipment required, every class is designed to fit seamlessly into your scheduleβ€”at home, at the rink, or while traveling. Whether you’re a competitive skater, developing athlete, or coach supporting your team, Studio Strong helps you train smarter beyond the ice. Train anywhere. Move with purpose. Perform with strength. Studio Strong is off-ice training, redefined. -- β–· Already a Member? Sign-In to access your subscription. β–· New? Subscribe in the app to get instant access. Studio Strong offers auto-renewing subscriptions. You'll receive unlimited access to content on all your devices. Payment is charged to your Account at confirmation of purchase. Pricing varies by location and is confirmed prior to purchase. Subscription automatically renews each month unless canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current billing period, or the trial period (when offered). Cancel anytime in Account Settings. For more information see our: -Terms of Service: https://studiostrongice.uscreen.io/terms -Privacy Policy: https://studiostrongice.uscreen.io/privacy

About

PerformUpward

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Your athlete knows their identity is in Christ. But under pressure, they can't feel it. PerformUpward is the ONLY app combining elite mindset coaching with genuine biblical foundation - AND completely customizes EVERYTHING to your individual athlete. Their sport. Their position. Their struggles. Their faith journey. No cookie-cutter. No one-size-fits-all. No more spiraling after bad games. No more self-worth tied to stats. No more silent car rides home. ---------- 100% PERSONALIZED: Every piece of content is generated specifically for YOUR athlete based on: - Their sport and position - Their specific struggles (anxiety, self-talk, pressure, identity) - Their faith journey and where they are spiritually - What they're facing RIGHT NOW The program learns. The coaching adapts. The content evolves. ---------- FOR YOUR ATHLETE: DAILY REPS - 15-20 minute personalized coaching sessions built around THEIR sport, THEIR position, and what THEY are facing. A wrestler gets different coaching than a softball player. A freshman facing tryouts gets different coaching than a senior in recruiting. TODAY'S WORD- Daily scripture selected specifically for them. Not random. Not a devotional app with a Bible verse and a smiley face. FAITH PLAN - Weekly spiritual growth pathway: Scripture Arsenal, Identity Anchors, Prayer Integration, Bible Studies. The program selects scriptures to demolish THEIR lies. Shut down after mistakes? 2 Corinthians 12:9. Fear letting teammates down? Romans 8:1. PLAYBOOK - Weekly 5-tool kit for what THEY need THIS week. Two foundation tools plus three adaptive tools based on journal entries, upcoming games, and detected struggles. Done-for-them, not done-by-them. GUIDED JOURNALING - Personalized journal to process competition and pressure. Every entry makes their Faith Plan and Playbook smarter. XP & LEVELING - Growth that feels like a game. ---------- FOR PARENTS: CUSTOM WEEKLY & MONTHLY INSIGHTS - Know how YOUR athlete is growing without invading their privacy. The answers to, "should I push, or back off?" "what do I say?" "How can I help". ACTIONABLE TOOLS - Conversation starters and prayer prompts tailored to what they're facing. PEACE OF MIND - Support that aligns with your faith AND understands your child. ---------- THE FRAMEWORK: Athletes perform best when they compete FROM acceptance, not FOR acceptance. Identity in Christ FIRST - then everything else follows. This isn't confidence. This is GODfidence. Built on the rock. ---------- A 10-year-old soccer player needs different coaching than a 17-year-old quarterback. Generic apps give them the same content. PerformUpward gives them THEIR content. That's the difference between information and transformation. ---------- BUILT BY COACH DEREK WARD 14+ years coaching 400+ athletes. 6,000+ faith-based mindset journals nationwide. A mentor and coach to D1 champions, state ranked wrestlers, full scholarship lacrosse athletes, record breaking swimmers, world ranked jiu-jitsu fighters, and many more. Founder of Upward Athlete Academy LLC. The proven methodology helping everyday kids compete with peace - now personalized for YOUR family. ---------- Start your 7-day free trial today. Your athlete's identity is too important for one-size-fits-all.

Screenshots

Studio Strong.3 screens
PerformUpward4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: PerformUpward at none against Studio Strong.'s 1. On price, ads, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price Β· Rating Β· Positive reviews Β· Number of ratings Β· Update frequency Β· Ads Β· In-app purchases Β· Monetization Β· Best chart rank Β· Devices Β· Requires iOS

CostPrice Β· In-app purchases Β· Ads Β· Monetization

Both are free to download. Studio Strong. sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $29.99 per month. PerformUpward asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard1 real difference Β· 5 level
Studio Strong. versus PerformUpward: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterStudio Strong.PerformUpward
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyMonthlyβ€”
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo β€” better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.015.0
Further details β€” not scored
Size64 MB16 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperStudio Strong LLCDerek Ward

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Studio Strong.

Subscriptions1
  • Studio Strong Monthly Subscription7 Days trial$29.991 Month
None

PerformUpward

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Studio Strong. free?
Studio Strong. is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is PerformUpward free?
PerformUpward is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Studio Strong. or PerformUpward have ads?
Neither Studio Strong. nor PerformUpward shows ads.

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