Comparison

MMA Mixed Martial Arts vs GrapplingU

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

Head to head
About

MMA Mixed Martial Arts

Master various martial arts disciplines like Judo, Boxing, BJJ, Karate, and Muay Thai with comprehensive instructional videos and personalized weekly workouts. Engage with motivating trainers and DJ mixes for a dynamic exercise experience, accessible online or offline.

Highlights
  • Learn Judo, Boxing, BJJ, Karate, Muay Thai
  • Personalized weekly workouts
  • HD instructional videos
  • Audio guidance from digital trainer
  • Stream or offline workouts
  • Fitivity COACHING experience
Features
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This is the complete MMA app to help you learn Judo, Boxing, BJJ, Karate and Muay Thai! If you are serious about learning mixed martial arts then this is the perfect app for you. In addition to your weekly workouts, try out Fitivity COACHING! Coaching is a highly engaging exercise experience that combines mixes by DJ's and super motivating trainers to push you through workouts. • Audio guidance from your personal digital trainer • Customized workouts designed for you each week. • For each workout you are provided with HD instructional videos to preview & learn training techniques. • Stream workouts online or do workouts offline. Subscription Details For your convenience, subscription charges will be processed through your iTunes account, ensuring a seamless and secure payment experience. You can manage your subscription at any time, giving you full control over your membership. Should you decide to cancel, simply do so at least 24 hours before the end of your current subscription period to avoid auto-renewal. • Payment is charged to your iTunes account at confirmation of purchase. • Subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. You can turn off the auto-renew subscription from your device settings. • Account will be charged for renewal within 24 hours before the end of the current period. • Subscriptions may be managed by the user and auto-renewal may be turned off by going to the user's Account Settings after purchase. • Any unused portion of a free trial period, if offered, will be forfeited when the user purchases a subscription. To manage your subscription or turn off auto-renewal on your iPhone: 1. Open the Settings app 2. Tap your name or Apple ID 3. Tap Subscriptions 4. Tap the subscription you want to manage 5. Use the options to manage your subscription Privacy Policy and Terms of Use: https://www.loyal.app/privacy-policy

About

GrapplingU

Features
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GrapplingU is a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu coaching platform built for students and coaches. FOR STUDENTS: - Track your training sessions, rolls, and games - Get personalized feedback synthesized from world-class instructors - Follow structured curriculum paths (Mount, Armbar, Side Control, Back Control & more) - Watch curated technique videos from John Danaher, Gordon Ryan, and more - Chat with an assistant that knows your training history - Track XP, streaks, and skill progression across BJJ systems FOR COACHES: - See every student's strengths, struggles, and progress at a glance - Manage your gym's class schedule - Assign games and drills to classes - Generate daily and weekly session summaries automatically - Assign weekly focus areas to individual students - Message students directly Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.grapplingu.com/terms.html Privacy Policy: https://www.grapplingu.com/privacy.html

Screenshots

MMA Mixed Martial Arts4 screens
GrapplingU4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: GrapplingU at none against MMA Mixed Martial Arts's shown. GrapplingU also leads on update cadence (every 4 days vs monthly). MMA Mixed Martial Arts's advantage is iOS requirement (15.0 vs 17.0). On price, 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. MMA Mixed Martial Arts sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month and GrapplingU sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $19.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

MMA Mixed Martial Arts ships an update monthly, GrapplingU every 4 days. The most recent releases landed on November 1, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 5 level
MMA Mixed Martial Arts versus GrapplingU: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMMA Mixed Martial ArtsGrapplingU
PriceFreeFree
Positive reviews28.6% of reviews—
Update frequencyMonthlyEvery 4 days — better
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.0 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size110 MB40 MB
Age rating4+12+
DeveloperLoyal Health & Fitness, Inc.MARK DENYS YOUNGSON

In-app purchases

10 purchases

MMA Mixed Martial Arts

Subscriptions6
  • Monthly Subscription3 Days trial$0.991 Month
  • Fitivity Premium7 Days trial$1.991 Month
  • ad Free One Month$1.991 Month
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  • MMA WEEKLY3 Days trial$5.997 Days
  • Yearly Subscription$5.991 Year
  • Yearly Subscription7 Days trial$9.491 Year
One-time4
  • Entire Program - Strength Power$4.99
  • Premium Levels - Mixed Martial Arts: Beginners$4.99
  • Entire Program - Muay Thai Training$4.99
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  • Purchase levels of all programs$14.99
2 purchases

GrapplingU

Subscriptions2
  • Student Pro Monthly$19.991 Month
  • Student Pro Annual$179.991 Year

Questions

Is MMA Mixed Martial Arts free?
MMA Mixed Martial Arts is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is GrapplingU free?
GrapplingU is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do MMA Mixed Martial Arts or GrapplingU have ads?
MMA Mixed Martial Arts shows ads; GrapplingU does not.
Which is updated more often, MMA Mixed Martial Arts or GrapplingU?
MMA Mixed Martial Arts ships an update monthly, and GrapplingU every 4 days. Most recently, MMA Mixed Martial Arts was updated on November 1, 2026 and GrapplingU on October 31, 2026.

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