Comparison

Studio Strong. vs Gulp

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

Gulp

Features
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Gulp turns your water goal into a screen-time gate: drink first, scroll later. Meet Axel, the axolotl who guards your apps. Open something you've gated and Axel is there instead, waiting for you to drink. Choose the apps that usually pull your attention away, set a daily hydration goal, and let Gulp keep those distractions blocked until you make progress. Log a glass, unlock your apps, and get back to your day with a simple habit loop that is easy to understand. How Gulp works: 1. Set your daily water goal 2. Pick apps and categories with Apple's Screen Time picker 3. Log water as you drink 4. Unlock selected apps when you hit your hydration target or active unlock window What you can do with Gulp: - Block distracting apps until your water goal is done - Select individual apps or whole categories - Track daily hydration progress and streaks - Review your unlock history and weekly trends - Add Home Screen and Lock Screen widgets - Get reminders when you are falling behind - Use light, dark, or system appearance - Keep app selections private on device Gulp is built for people who want real accountability without a complicated habit system. Drink water, unlock your apps, and move on. Some features require Apple Screen Time authorization. Health sync is optional and uses Apple Health only with your permission. Gulp is not a medical app and does not provide medical advice. Gulp Pro is a one-time purchase that unlocks the full experience forever. No subscription or recurring charge. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://randyventures.github.io/GulpSite/privacy/

Screenshots

Studio Strong.3 screens
Gulp4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: Gulp at weekly against Studio Strong.'s monthly. Studio Strong.'s advantage is iOS requirement (15.0 vs 17.0). On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support 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 and Gulp sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Studio Strong. ships an update monthly, Gulp weekly. The most recent releases landed on October 4, 2026 and October 5, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences Β· 4 level
Studio Strong. versus Gulp: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterStudio Strong.Gulp
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyMonthlyWeekly β€” better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod β€” betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.0 β€” better17.0
Further details β€” not scored
Size64 MB12 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperStudio Strong LLCRandy Torres

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Studio Strong.

Subscriptions1
  • Studio Strong Monthly Subscription7 Days trial$29.991 Month
2 purchases

Gulp

Subscriptions2
  • Gulp Pro Monthly$3.991 Month
  • Gulp Pro Yearly$24.991 Year

Questions

Is Studio Strong. free?
Studio Strong. is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Gulp free?
Gulp is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Studio Strong. or Gulp have ads?
Neither Studio Strong. nor Gulp shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Studio Strong. or Gulp?
Studio Strong. ships an update monthly, and Gulp weekly. Most recently, Studio Strong. was updated on October 4, 2026 and Gulp on October 5, 2026.

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