Comparison

PostureGuard vs Stoop

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

Head to head
About

PostureGuard

Features
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PostureGuard helps you sit better without friction. Place your iPhone below your screen and start a live session. PostureGuard analyzes posture on-device and gives gentle feedback exactly when you need it. What is new in V2 • More reliable posture detection in real-world lighting • Stronger calibration flow with clearer framing guidance • Live coaching tips in the first 2 minutes for a quick “wow” • Better session UX: smoother controls, clearer status, better summary • Improved history and export experience • Pro flow redesigned for conversion without interruption Core features • Live posture tracking with visual, sound, haptic, and notification alerts • Session score, focus checks, and good-posture percentage • History with trends and CSV export • Guided stretching routines • Privacy-first design: no account, no cloud upload of camera data Pro unlocks • Longer sessions • Advanced stats and deeper history usage • Extra sensitivity/sound options • Stretching access and log/CSV tools PostureGuard is not a medical device and does not provide medical advice. Terms: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

Stoop

Features
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Your head probably sits a few centimeters forward of where it should. Stoop measures exactly how far — and helps you pull it back. HOW IT WORKS • 30-second scan with your camera: front and both profiles • Five real measurements: neck tilt, forward head (in cm), trunk lean, shoulder symmetry, hip levelness • An honest 0–100 score with a stated precision band — judge your weekly trend, not single readings • Your posture pattern identified: forward head, upper crossed, sway-back and more FIX IT IN 5 MINUTES A DAY • Routines built from your scan — every exercise has a "why this for you" • 34 evidence-based exercises with safety screening (we ask about your health first) • Doses grow as you do; rate a session "tough" and the next one adapts • Tired? A 2-minute micro-routine keeps the habit alive SEE IT CHANGE • Day-by-day chart and a then-vs-now comparison • AI commentary that translates numbers into plain language • Journal with tags — see how sleep and stress show up in your posture PRIVATE BY DESIGN Your photos never leave the phone. Pose detection runs on-device; only numbers are processed. No account, no ads, no ad tracking. FREE AND PRO Scanning is free forever, and your first routine is on us — no card needed. Stoop Pro (7-day free trial) unlocks daily routines, AI insights and full history. No paywall before you see your results. Stoop Pro — auto-renewable subscription Stoop Pro is offered monthly and annually; the annual plan includes a 7-day free trial. Prices are shown in the app and on this App Store page. Payment is charged to your Apple ID at confirmation of purchase. Your subscription renews automatically for the same period and price unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Manage or cancel anytime in your Apple ID Account Settings. Privacy Policy: https://stoopapp.app/privacy Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Stoop is a wellness tool, not a medical device. For persistent pain, see a clinician.

Screenshots

PostureGuard4 screens
Stoop4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: PostureGuard at every 5 days against Stoop's every 3 weeks. On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support 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. PostureGuard sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month and Stoop sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $7.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

PostureGuard ships an update every 5 days, Stoop every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 13, 2026 and September 10, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference · 5 level
PostureGuard versus Stoop: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPostureGuardStoop
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 5 days — betterEvery 3 weeks
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
DevicesiPhone, iPad — betteriPhone
Requires iOS17.017.0
Further details — not scored
Size4 MB19 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperThomas PIQUEPAILLEAnton Yakymenko

In-app purchases

2 purchases

PostureGuard

Subscriptions2
  • PostureGuard Pro Monthly$4.991 Month
  • PostureGuard Pro Yearly$29.991 Year
2 purchases

Stoop

Subscriptions2
  • Stoop Pro7 Days trial$7.991 Month
  • Stoop Pro7 Days trial$39.991 Year

Questions

Is PostureGuard free?
PostureGuard is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Stoop free?
Stoop is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do PostureGuard or Stoop have ads?
Neither PostureGuard nor Stoop shows ads.
Which is updated more often, PostureGuard or Stoop?
PostureGuard ships an update every 5 days, and Stoop every 3 weeks. Most recently, PostureGuard was updated on September 13, 2026 and Stoop on September 10, 2026.

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