For coaches
Soccer coaching apps to consider
Session planning, drill libraries, animation tools, and team management — tools to consider for youth coaches. Plus how Performix can complement your team's individual development.
Editorial guide
Coaching tools to consider
Coachbetter
A coaching and player development platform aimed at organizing training and supporting development across individuals and teams.
See full comparisonbcoach
A coaching app designed to help soccer coaches plan sessions, organize drills, and manage team training workflows.
See full comparisonMOJO Soccer
A coaching platform providing drills, training plans, and tools for youth soccer coaches.
See full comparisonYouCoach
A digital coaching platform offering thousands of soccer drills and training exercises.
See full comparisonThe Coaching Manual
A coaching education and training platform used by coaches and clubs worldwide.
See full comparisonPair with a player-side app
The companion app to recommend to your players
Performix — daily training your players do on their own
A coaching app handles team practice. Performix handles the other six days. Recommend it to your players and parents so individual development doesn't stop when practice ends.
- Personalized 15-30 minute daily session for every player
- Position-specific drills (forwards, mids, defenders, goalies)
- Players track their own streaks — no extra work for the coach
- Free to start, so parents can try before subscribing
Buyer's guide
What to look for in a coaching app
Match the app to your level
Coaching tools range from grassroots (simple drill libraries) to pro-level tactical platforms. Don't overpay for features you'll never use.
Library size isn't everything
5,000 drills is meaningless if you can't filter by age, theme, or session phase. Search and tagging matter more than raw count.
Look for animation tools
Static drill cards are fine, but animated drills help players visualize movement. Worth paying for if you coach intermediate or advanced.
Pair with a player-facing app
Coaching apps plan team practice. To accelerate individual player development, pair with an app players use on their own.
FAQ
Coaching app questions — FAQ
What's the best soccer coaching app for a club coach?
There is no single best option. Compare each provider’s published planning, drill-library, collaboration, platform, and pricing information against your coaching needs.
Are coaching apps worth the cost for a youth coach?
Value depends on a coach’s workflow, budget, and the provider’s current features and pricing. Review each provider’s details before subscribing.
Do coaching apps replace a curriculum?
Some include one (full-curriculum coaching tools), others are just planning + drill libraries. Be clear which you need before buying.
Can my players use the same app I use to coach?
Review each provider’s intended audience and sharing features. A player-training app such as Performix can be considered separately for individual practice.
What about session sharing with assistant coaches?
Check each provider’s current team-account and collaboration features before subscribing.
Try Performix free
Give every player on your team a daily training plan
Performix is the player-side complement to your coaching tool. Each athlete gets a personalized 15-30 minute daily session — perfect for between practices.
On iOS, eligible new users can receive a 7-day trial. Trial availability and billing are managed by the Apple App Store. Pro is available on Android through Google Play.