The Cutting System vs PMTS Student App
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
The Cutting System
This educational tool uses 3D technology and expert demonstrations to teach foundational haircutting techniques for stylists and barbers. It includes detailed diagrams, instructional videos, and a digital workbook to enhance the learning experience.
- 3D cutting diagrams
- HD instructional videos
- Digital workbook
- Headsheet diagram creation
- English and Spanish subtitles
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Paul Mitchell® and Paul Mitchell Schools present THE CUTTING SYSTEM, a revolutionary learning tool that combines 3D technology and legendary Paul Mitchell artistry ideal for new and seasoned stylists and barbers alike. Filmed in HD from a hairdresser’s perspective, features nine foundation haircutting exercises that demonstrate proper sectioning, elevation, over-direction, finger and cutting angles as well as men’s haircutting using scissor-over- comb and clipper-over- comb techniques. Each exercise includes cutting-edge 3D diagrams to enhance the learning experience. By mastering the nine foundation haircuts, you can create any other combination cut as demonstrated by Scott Cole, Takashi Kitamura and DJ Muldoon. Features Include: - Complete instructional activities and take notes directly in the digital The Cutting workbook which is available in English or Spanish. - Watch all videos from The Cutting System on your iPad. - All videos available with English and Spanish subtitles. - Create and share Headsheet Diagrams. This App is for Paul Mitchell The School students and licensed professionals. Get your email and password from your Paul Mitchell School today.
PMTS Student App
This app helps beauty school students track attendance, log practical skills, access important documents, and receive school updates. It's designed to keep students organized and focused on their education and career preparation.
- Track attendance and graduation progress
- Log practical skills and achievements
- Access school documents and resources
- Receive school updates and notifications
- Stay organized throughout beauty school
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The Future Professional App is designed for Paul Mitchell Schools North Star Group students to stay organized and on track throughout their beauty school journey. With the app, you can: • Track Attendance Monitor your hours and progress toward graduation. •Log Skills Record practical work and review your achievements. • Access Documents Find forms, guidelines, and resources in one place. • Stay Connected Receive updates, reminders, and notifications from your school. Built to support your success, the Future Professional App helps you manage the details so you can focus on learning, growing, and preparing for your career. Download today to put your tools for success at your fingertips.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is rating: The Cutting System at 4.4 against PMTS Student App's 1.9. The Cutting System also leads on review sentiment (40% vs 0%). PMTS Student App's advantage is update cadence (weekly vs every 4 months) and ratings volume (32 vs 7). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model 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
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
The Cutting System holds the better App Store score, 4.4 against 1.9. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 7 and 32 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 40% of The Cutting System's written reviews are positive against 0% of PMTS Student App's.
The Cutting System ships an update every 4 months, PMTS Student App weekly. The most recent releases landed on November 1, 2026 and October 30, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | The Cutting System | PMTS Student App |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.4 (7 ratings) — better | 1.9 (32 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 40.0% of reviews — better | 0.0% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 7 | 32 — better |
| Update frequency | Every 4 months | Weekly — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | Free |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 14.1 — better | 15.1 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 1.0 GB | 29 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Robinsage | Katestar LLC |
Customer experience
The Cutting System
PMTS Student App
In-app purchases
The Cutting System
No in-app purchases
PMTS Student App
No in-app purchases
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