Real Appeal
Reviews and Complaints

I competed the program as required in order to earn wellness points from my employer. Ther requirement is "complete the program". My RealAppeal profile states "program completed". The company refuses to report that I have completed it because there were only seven sessions in this calendar year and they say I need nine. Their only solution is to repeat the program. Unacceptable!

Real Appeal is a weight loss program that has been gaining popularity lately. However, my experience with the program has not been great. The tracking app is a mess. The coach who is supposed to support us says it's great, but then she tells us she doesn't use it because there are better trackers out there. I mean, come on, if you can't support your own company, how can you expect us to?

The app only saves the last 5 foods for each meal, which means you have to look things up again and again unless you eat the same exact thing every day and meal. And don't even get me started on the watch. It never synched correctly, and then it completely stopped working. What a waste of money!

Another thing that bothers me is the lack of connection with the coach. I mean, what's her backstory? Does she have a successful weight loss story she could share? It would be nice to know that she has been through the same struggles as us and has come out on the other side.

The videos are also a bit sappy, and I agree with others who would like to see someone more real than a super thin actress. Unless she has a weight loss success story to share, it's hard to relate to her.

I have been reading the info they send each day/week, and it is worthless. A recent one was "Find your Workout SuperHero." I mean, really? That's the best they can come up with? There are better programs out there, and if you have to pay for a program yourself, I would recommend going to WW or buying your own scale and food scale and using a free tracker.

Overall, I would not recommend Real Appeal. The app is a mess, the coach is disconnected, and the information they provide is worthless. Save your money and look elsewhere for a weight loss program.

This weight loss program, Real Appeal, may be helpful for those who are not well-versed in the basics of nutrition, such as portion sizes and necessary calorie intake. Additionally, if you are someone who needs a group to stay motivated, this program may be beneficial for you. However, keep in mind that the group sessions are quite large, with up to 42 people in a session, making it difficult to interact meaningfully with others.

One positive aspect of Real Appeal is that it is free, which is a huge plus. Additionally, participants receive a kit that includes a weight scale and a food scale, which can be helpful in tracking progress. However, it is worth noting that the program may not be suitable for those who only have a small amount of weight to lose, as it does not offer much in terms of individualization.

When asking specific questions, the program may not provide the most helpful answers, as they tend to focus on providing basic information that participants can apply to themselves. The coach's role is primarily to facilitate group meetings, which are mostly pre-recorded videos that can feel like infomercials.

Overall, while Real Appeal may be a good option for some, it may not be the best fit for everyone. It is important to consider your individual needs and goals before committing to any weight loss program.

This program is the real deal! If you're like me and not a gym rat, but still want to lose weight, then Real Appeal is the perfect motivation program for you. I was lucky enough to have my employer pay for the program through our UHC medical insurance benefits. It's a simple once a month video chat with your couch on the time and day of the week that works with your schedule. They have a daily check-in where you report your food intake, exercise, and steps by either manually logging the data or synching your device. My employer offered several options for free tracking devices to use with the program.

If you attend the number of sessions specified when you begin, then you will receive the starter Rally kits. These kits are especially beneficial for people who are just starting their weight loss journey. The starter kit you receive first contains a body weight scale (a nice glass one), a food scale and portion bowl, a portion size plate, resistance bands, several workout DVDs, and multiple full-size nutrition and fitness books. I haven't received the second kit yet, but I was told by someone else in the program that it contains a blender. But since I haven't gotten that far in the program yet, I can't vouch for the contents of a second kit.

This program can also be simplified if you already use Mapmyfitness or Mapmyrun, or Strava. Then you only have to input the data once and synch it using your Apple or Android phone. It's so easy to use and it really keeps you accountable for your weight loss journey. I love that I can see my progress and how far I've come.

Another great perk of this program is that my employer gives us discounts off of our health insurance when we participate and complete programs. It's a win-win situation! I highly recommend this program to anyone who wants to lose weight and needs a little extra motivation. It's definitely worth it!

I had a pretty good experience with Real Appeal. The program was great, the coaches were helpful, and the weekly group meetings were a highlight for me. When I signed up, I received a kit that had everything I needed to get started and be successful. However, life got in the way during the first phase, which lasts for 6 months. Despite the challenges, I persevered and managed to maintain my progress during a stressful time. This was a huge win for me, especially considering my past experiences.

When I completed Phase 1, I realized that I wasn't as valued as I thought. Phase 2 involves monthly meetings with an option for 15-minute sessions with a coach if needed. I reached out to the new coach assigned to me to discuss my concerns and felt heard. However, I received a message from the coach apologizing for missing my one-on-one session and asking me to reschedule. This was confusing because I had just spoken to them less than two hours before.

I decided to call support and express my desire to continue with weekly meetings, even if it meant starting over. Unfortunately, I was told that this was not an option unless I wanted to wait until the year anniversary of when I originally joined and then rejoin. This left me feeling abandoned and like I was just a number to them. It was a sad experience.

I'm sharing my story so that you know what to expect if you decide to sign up for Real Appeal. If you only need to lose a certain amount of weight in 6 months and then move to maintenance, this program might be perfect for you. However, if you need more help for a longer period of time, be aware that you may ultimately be left on your own.

Real Appeal used to be a perfect online program for me since April 2018. However, in December 2019, they decided to switch to a cheaper platform that was underdeveloped and didn't meet the high standards of the previous one. It's almost March now, and I still have problems attending weekly meetings as the system keeps skipping my next mention to the one in two weeks ahead of time. Customer service has been completely useless in dealing with this problem since the beginning of February. They just wait for the next week to come and then apologize and provide me with another bunch of empty promises.

Before the switch, there were technical problems with seeing and hearing the coach, watching videos, and participating in the chat. The new platform completely missed the mark in many ways. Now, there are only 26 weekly sessions, and then they switch to once a month for half a year. Before, there were 56 weekly meetings supported by videos and a whole library available. The food tracker doesn't have the same data as before, so it's better to find another one outside of the program. To get suggestions, you should pay for a monthly subscription to MyFitnessPal to be on the same level. The weight tracker doesn't have the same visibility as the previous one. There, you could compare and run different reports of your progress for weight and measurements for the different parts of your body, including BMI. Now, you can only see weekly data.

I am extremely dissatisfied with their business management. I would have quit a long time ago, but I really like my coach as she is one of a kind. Because of her effort, we can still have weekly 1-on-1 sessions with her. If they don't improve as they promise, don't start it. It is useless and makes you feel dissatisfied, and you'll end up eating more, as I unfortunately started doing.

I gotta say, I signed up for Real Appeal through my UHC health insurance plan and it was pretty cool for something that didn't cost me a dime. But, I gotta give it only 3 stars and here's why. The program is split into two halves, each lasting 6 months, for a total of 52 weeks. But, they don't tell you that the second half is way different from the first.

In the first half, you get a coach who is all up in your business and really wants you to succeed in your weight loss journey. There are a bunch of different coaches with slightly different approaches, but they're all there for you every step of the way. You get a weekly hour-long session to talk about your progress, tackle challenges, and set goals. If you have a conflict, no sweat, you can schedule a make-up session or a 1-1 with your coach. Each week, you learn about a new topic and watch a cheesy but informative video. After a couple of sessions, you get a success kit with a food scale, bathroom scale, resistance band, recipe book, and exercise DVDs. And a few months in, you even get a free blender! I mean, just for the free stuff alone, I think it's worth it.

But, the second half is a whole different story. First of all, the weekly sessions become monthly sessions. And they're still only an hour long, so you can't really talk about much. And instead of having 15-20 people in a group, you could have as many as 50-100 people. So, the coach can't really make sure everyone is successful. And if you work normal hours, good luck making it to a session. In the first half, there were tons of session options, but in the second half, you only get about 5 make-up sessions and they're all between 10am and 5pm. So, if you work, you gotta try and catch a session during your lunch break. The sessions become less personal and they just reuse the material from the first half. Same goals, same "action" cards, same targets, etc. It really feels like they just threw the second half together to make some extra cash without doing much work. And if you can't keep up with what you were doing in the first half, you're likely to slip back into your old habits.

Overall, Real Appeal is a pretty decent program for being free. But, the second half is a letdown and feels like an afterthought. If you can stick with it, you might see some results. But, if you're looking for something more personalized and effective, you might want to look elsewhere.

I gotta say, Real Appeal is pretty good. I mean, I can't give it a full 5 stars because I actually gained some weight while on it, but hey, it's free with my insurance so I can't really complain too much. Plus, they give you a bunch of free stuff like a bathroom scale, kitchen scale, blender, resistance band, workout DVDs and books with exercises and recipes. I already had a good bathroom scale and a couple of kitchen scales, so I just stored the ones they sent me. But I can see how these tools could be a game-changer for someone just starting out.

The blender they give you is pretty sweet though. I already had a regular blender and a portable smoothie blender, but this one is top-notch. I lost over 10 pounds last year just with protein shakes and working out twice a week, but then I hit a plateau and needed to up my game. That's when I joined Real Appeal.

The best thing about the program is the workout DVDs. They also give you access to the same videos online in your library, so you can start exercising before you even get your welcome kit. The Cardio 1 workout is really easy but it gets you sweating because you keep moving. Since it's easy, it's easy to keep doing it and not give up like some other plans out there. The exercise guy on the videos talks a lot, but I don't mind it. My husband can't stand him though.

I'm now exercising 7 days a week and I'm on week 9 of the program. I mix cardio with strength and flex and abs exercises, and I do yoga on my own on the weekends. I haven't changed my diet because I don't eat that much anyway and I'm really stressed. The app isn't that great though. It freezes on my phone all the time. I gave up on inputting my food intake on week 2. The recipes they have in the book are pretty bland and there aren't that many anyway. I'm thinking of going back to protein shakes.

The coaching sessions are live, but the coach mostly just asks us questions and acts like a therapist. Like, "how did last week go?" and "how does that make you feel?" and "how do you think you can do better next week?" It's good for accountability, but it's not really helpful otherwise.

Like I said earlier, I gained some weight, but that's probably my fault. Maybe it's muscle mass. My Fitbit says my heart health is better and I have more energy than before I started the program. I'm definitely more flexible and have more stamina. Overall, Real Appeal is a pretty good program.

I gotta say, some people complain about the weirdest things. But I found a lot of reviews that didn't really help me out, so I'm hoping this one will be more useful. Real Appeal is all about helping you lose weight and live a healthier life. They don't promise to do all the work for you, or fix any underlying health issues, or provide emotional support for folks with mood disorders, or give you some fancy app to track your calories and exercise. It's just a program to help you get started on your journey to better health.

So far, I'm pretty happy with it. I did see some reviews about billing issues, but only one person mentioned it, so I'm not too worried. The dashboard they give you is pretty basic, but it's good for beginners. They also recommend using their app on your phone or tablet, which I've been doing. I like using the dashboard when I'm at my desk, and the app when I'm out and about. They both work pretty well for what I need.

The videos during the sessions can be a bit wonky, and the audio isn't always great, but honestly, I don't expect much from technology anyway. I'm not really interested in everything that comes in their "kit," which apparently takes forever to arrive by bicycle (seriously, it takes like a week to get from the West coast to the East coast). But there are a few things I really like about Real Appeal.

First of all, my insurance company pays for it, so as someone who's generally pretty healthy and doesn't need a lot of medical care, it's nice to get something back from them. Second, Real Appeal isn't trying to sell me anything. They're not pushing some weird diet or trying to get me to buy a bunch of supplements. And third, I'm terrible at motivating myself to exercise and eat right. I've tried before, but I always end up falling off the wagon. So having a coach to check in with every week and help keep me on track is really helpful.

The coaches are all really friendly and upbeat, which can be a bit much sometimes, but I appreciate that they're there to help me stay accountable. They're teaching me how to eat better by counting my calories, balancing my meals, and finding ways to be more active. It's up to me to actually do the work, but having someone to check in with every week definitely helps.

Overall, I think Real Appeal is doing exactly what they said they would. The tools they give you are pretty basic, and there are some glitches here and there, but nothing too major. I haven't had to call IT support or anything like that. The people who work for Real Appeal seem to be young and healthy, but they're doing their jobs just fine. If you're looking for a program to help you get started on your weight loss journey, I think Real Appeal is worth checking out.

I gotta say, I was hesitant to try Real Appeal at first. I mean, with all the low reviews, how could it be any good? But boy, was I wrong. This program is the real deal. I'd give it 4 stars, but the app is a bit lacking when it comes to tracking, so I have to use My Fitness Pal and my Apple Watch to keep track of my food and workouts. But once I got over that hurdle, it's been smooth sailing.

The food base on Real Appeal isn't the best, but it's not terrible either. And the minor issues with the layout and usability are nothing to cry about. I started this program when I was going through a lot and didn't have the brain space for it. But when my health started to suffer, I knew I had to make a change. And boy, am I glad I did.

I'm currently in Week 15 and have lost over 44 pounds. My coach, the videos, and the reading assignments have been so helpful and encouraging. This program is all about a "whole body" approach, with a focus on cognitive behavioral therapy. And let me tell you, it works. You get out of it what you put in, and I'm putting in everything I've got.

I've tried Weight Watchers before, but Real Appeal is so much better. Instead of focusing on "points," this program focuses on calorie intake and nutrition. And the emphasis on lifestyle change instead of a "diet" has been key for me. I'm on a journey, and I have about 50 more pounds to go. But I know that Real Appeal will get me there.

And can we talk about the fitness coach on the included DVD's? Not only is he fun and encouraging, but he's easy on the eyes too. And the exercise recordings are my favorite out of all the ones I've tried.

I use the items included in the kit almost daily. The portion plate is a bit off-center, which bugs me, but it still gets the job done. And the bright colors and divisions stick in your head so you can "see" it when you use regular plates. The food scale is awesome, although it can be frustrating when it clears after a limited amount of time. But once you figure it out, it's very useful. And the scale and smoothie blender are great too. The books and materials are colorful and filled with great information that supports the coaching sessions.

I highly recommend Real Appeal. And I have to give them extra points for somehow convincing insurance companies that being proactive about weight loss will save them money in the long run. It's about time they started covering weight loss programs. Thank you, United Healthcare and Real Appeal, for saving my life. (And making me look good too!)

Real Appeal is a program that I got for free through my insurance company, which is a big plus for me. I'm always on the lookout for counseling and coaching for food and weight loss, as it's a huge problem for me. While EMDR counseling has been the most helpful for me, it's costly and not well supported by my insurance, so I keep using what I can afford. Real Appeal was quite affordable for me, being free through my insurance, so I signed up for it while I saved up for EMDR. Unfortunately, I had to have dental surgery this year, so that took all my HSA savings, and I'm still unable to go to EMDR.

Real Appeal did help me for about three months. It was cool that since it was supported by my work health insurance, I could take my lunch hour to attend. The information provided was pretty basic, but I like having regular attention - it helps me do better on my program. Unfortunately, I live in Arizona, and the time change affected my ability to go to my weekly session. It changed time to an hour earlier due to daylight savings time, a fact that I had not anticipated when I scheduled. At the time, they did offer help to reschedule it to a different time, but I thought, well, it will work because I only have a conflict once a month at that time. But other meetings started interfering at the regular time as well, so I was going to make-up sessions often.

The good thing about the make-up sessions was seeing how all the other counselors behave. The class sizes are insanely high, and there is no real personal counseling. I think only one of the counselors I observed had a lot of empathy. Mostly, it is too large of classes for anyone to get to know you. That said, on my side, I never reached out for private counseling - which is available, but that is mostly because none of the counselors stood out to me as someone I would want to work with. This is partly because the class sizes are so high like I said.

I had been hoping to bond with cohorts on the journey and also get in some support that way, but the relationship is basically one counselor to 50 people or more in a class. Granted, I'm halfway through the year now, and the classes are getting smaller.

The basic information is sound, based on studies, and useful, especially for people who don't know a lot about dieting, losing weight, or exercise. I didn't find anything very objectionable in the information itself, and yes, I did find the packet of the scale, the kitchen scale, and the blender quite nice, although I do have a blender already and identical scale (I put the one sent upstairs), but the battery in the scale ran out very early. I liked the shape of the blender cup, but it wasn't any better overall than my magic bullet.

I may be the only person in the classes that hates the videos with a passion. In all fairness, I do prefer to get information via reading, and I know that is unusual, but still, I was willing to look at the videos in the hopes of learning. I feel bad to say I hate the actors and the way the videos are run. I think most people like them, but I hated them so badly and found them so irritating that sometimes I would turn off the sound. I would've preferred a lecture, and then support from the counselor and the individuals in the class to making goals. With the irritating videos included, the class time got full, and there was even less time for personal attention and help with goals.

They also wanted me to put my food calories in on their website as well as myfitnesspal. After some weeks of doing double duty there, I realized they weren't actually paying attention to my numbers, so I stopped.

I'm debating whether to continue the program. I was actually doing better last year on my own. The focus on the calorie sweet spot in the Real Appeal program derailed my own plan, which was focusing on upping my fruits, vegetables, and other highly healthy foods and doing sugar abstinence. When I was doing that, I lost 20 pounds. At the beginning of Real Appeal, I lost 5 more, then I lost focus, went on a sugar binge, and gained the weight back. With the lack of personal attention, I am wondering if I might do as well to just go out on my own again, with a focus on eating healthy. I have regained my sugar abstinence, and I usually lose weight right away with that.

I feel like my time and effort would be better spent trying to save money for EMDR, which can bring a real breakthrough in the mental patterns around my eating. EMDR is evidence-based. Real Appeal claims to be somewhat based on studies as well, but I don't know if this particular packaging of principles has been subjected to any real rigorous study for results. Using the ideas of it, without having to watch the horrid videos and waste a half-hour not getting any help or support, might serve me better, and then I could combine my own program, get support on other websites and from friends/family, like I did prior.

In general, insurance company or health programs that offer counseling or coaching do tend to employ some very well-meaning and nice people who may be helpful, but without a lot of training. You get what you pay for with free counseling, I'm afraid. I wouldn't necessarily discourage people from trying Real Appeal, especially if they get it for free. It would also be useful for anyone with limited dieting knowledge, people who like learning from videos, and also just to stick in and attend for a while and get the info and free stuff to get a good start on changing your relationship with food.

Now I do want to sit here and dis those videos one more time. What was really wrong with them? I think for me, they were not real. They seemed very fakey to me. Maybe the folks making them were for real, but something in the writing and production kept the actors from being real, or maybe it was just the wrong actors for this type of production, or maybe a bit of both. I could be wrong about this, and if the majority of people like the videos, keep them.

I hope the founders of Real Appeal seriously gather data on what works and doesn't work for the majority of people in the program. How many are making it, and what did they like? How many are dropping out, and why? And continue to improve it. Please. And if not the founders of Real Appeal, someone out there. This may actually tie in to the need for real health care reform because as long as the founders run off with money, they may not actually care if we get long-term health benefits from the program. And that is the Real Tragedy of Real Appeal.

So, I just tried out Real Appeal and let me tell you, it was a bit of a letdown. I had to give them ALL of my personal information, which took a while, and then the last questions were about my height, weight, and whether or not I had diabetes. I answered truthfully and it turns out, based on my BMI, I wasn't qualified for their program.

I mean, come on! I'm overweight and have diabetes, isn't that the whole point of their program? It was a waste of several minutes of my time and now I'm worried about getting calls and emails from them since they have my private information. I did give them a special email that I only use for things like this, so hopefully it will be obvious if they start spamming me.

Honestly, I think it's pretty poor business practices to glean information from people and then not provide a real service. I was really hoping for something that could help me with my health, but it seems like Real Appeal isn't the answer.

Real Appeal is an app that has some good features, but also some areas that could use improvement. One issue I have encountered is that the app stops weighing options at 99 grams, which can be frustrating when trying to track smaller portions. Additionally, the database for the UPC scanner is lacking many foods, which can make it difficult to accurately track meals.

Another issue I have noticed is that the app does not make good use of screen space, which can make it feel cluttered and overwhelming. It also takes nine clicks to add a food, which is more than other apps like MyFitnessPal.

One thing that I found frustrating is that Real Appeal sends you items you might not need or want, such as a portion plate or scale, even if you ask them not to. This can be a waste of resources and money.

On the positive side, I have lost weight while using Real Appeal and appreciate the support provided by the coaches and group session leaders. However, I have not yet seen any connection with other members, which would be a nice feature to have.

Overall, Real Appeal has some good features but could use some improvements. The coaches and group session leaders are very positive, but sometimes it feels like too much. If you are looking for an app to help you lose weight and get support, Real Appeal may be worth trying out.

Real Appeal is a weight loss program that I recently joined. I was excited to have a coach to help me along the way, but unfortunately, my coach recently changed. I didn't mind the younger set, but the new coach they changed to isn't my cup of tea. I believe most of us are a little older, and I don't need lots of hair and long fingernails. However, I do like the doctor, he's down to earth and provides great advice.

One thing I think Real Appeal could improve on is their choice of coaches. Samantha, my current coach, isn't a good choice for any kind of coach. We need to have people who we can realistically relate to as far as weight loss is concerned. Every week, we see super skinny and I would prefer to see someone who started out like we have and the changes over time. We really don't need this and it's not a motivator at all.

Despite this, I do think Real Appeal has some great features. The program provides a personalized plan that fits my lifestyle and goals. The app is easy to use and helps me track my progress. The program also offers a variety of resources, including recipes, workout videos, and articles on healthy living.

Overall, I think Real Appeal has the potential to be a great weight loss program. However, they need to improve their choice of coaches to better relate to their clients. Despite this, I would still recommend Real Appeal to anyone looking for a personalized weight loss plan.

Real Appeal is a program that may not work for everyone in the long run. The program is structured poorly, and if you need it, it may not be the best fit for you. The weekly 30-minute class is divided into basic questions for 5 minutes, a 20-minute video, and a 5-minute follow-up. The coach may not provide much help if you encounter any problems, and customer service may not be very helpful either. Although the staff is friendly, they may not be able to offer much advice outside of their script.

However, if you use an app like Myfitnesspal to track your food and follow basic common sense, you may be able to succeed. The program may not provide much motivation after your class, but if you are self-motivated, you may be able to achieve your goals. It is important to note that time is a valuable resource, and you should consider whether this program is worth your time.

Overall, Real Appeal may not be the best fit for everyone, but it may be worth considering if you are self-motivated and willing to put in the effort. The program may have its flaws, but it may still be able to help you achieve your goals if you are willing to work hard.

Real Appeal is a weight loss program that might be suitable for younger people. The sessions are not very engaging, and the coaches are all very young. However, as you get older, things change, and the coaches on Real Appeal just don't seem to understand that. They are all young girls who might not have experienced the same metabolic and hormonal changes that come with age.

The program's plan is simple: count calories, exercise, and avoid sweets. There is no support, so don't expect any help from the coaches. The only thing you might get is some free swag. However, there is a "north of 50" person on the free workout DVDs, which is a male. It would have been better if they could have found a female over the age of 25 because the same metabolic and hormonal changes happen for both men and women.

Overall, Real Appeal might be okay for the under 40 crowd, but it might not be suitable for older people who need more support and guidance. The sessions are boring, and the coaches are not experienced enough to understand the challenges that come with age. If you're looking for a weight loss program that caters to your needs, you might want to look elsewhere.

So, I was checking out Real Appeal, which I found through my insurance company. They asked me some basic questions about my health and stuff, and I was like, "Sure, why not?" But then I kind of forgot about it, you know? Life gets busy and all that.

Anyway, I was pretty surprised when I got a bill from Real Appeal for 130 bucks. I was like, "What the heck is this for?" I hadn't talked to any coaches or gotten any supplies or anything like that. So I called them up to ask about it.

And get this: they charged me for answering those basic health questions when I first signed up. Can you believe that? I mean, if I had known they were going to charge me, I never would have done it. Like, never ever.

I went back to look at their website and stuff, but I couldn't find anything about the charge. So, I don't know, maybe it's just me. But I wanted to warn other people about it. Like, be careful if you sign up for Real Appeal. You might end up with a surprise bill like I did.

Real Appeal? More like Real Disappointment. I was hoping to get some helpful tips and tricks to tone up and lose those last few pounds, but all I got was basic information that even a beginner would know. It's like they assume everyone who signs up has never heard of a diet plan or healthy eating before.

And don't even bother trying to set up a coaching session. They want you to tell them in advance what you want to discuss so they can "prepare," but all they do is send you links to the app and tell you to look for the information yourself. They don't care about your individual needs or concerns.

I'm starting to think these coaches aren't even trained in anything specific. They're just there to be little cheerleaders and motivate you to stick to the plan. But let's be real, anyone can do that.

I lost over 100 pounds on my own over 10 years ago and have kept it off, so I know a thing or two about weight loss. I was just hoping to get some extra guidance and support, but Real Appeal was a complete letdown.

Overall, I wouldn't recommend Real Appeal to anyone looking for real, personalized help with their weight loss journey. Save your money and do your own research instead.

Real Appeal was a great experience for me during my first year. The classes were top-notch and the coach, Rachel, was amazing. The web interface was easy to navigate and I appreciated the flexibility of being able to schedule make-up sessions with one-on-one coaching. I was able to achieve my aggressive goal and felt that my time was well spent.

However, my experience during my second year was not as positive. The new "platform" was not up to par and whenever there were technical issues, the response was always that it was due to the new platform. Scheduling was also a challenge, with limited availability during the week. This was especially difficult for those who work during the day. The web interface and dashboard lacked functionality, and it was frustrating that I was unable to set my own goals of baseline numbers. These were hard-coded into my dashboard, which felt limiting.

During classes, I noticed that many participants had trouble either seeing the video or hearing the audio. I don't believe this was due to user error, as it happened frequently. Despite the competent hosts of each class, the delivery vehicle and available times were subpar.

Overall, I would rate Real Appeal two stars. While the classes and coach were great, the new platform and scheduling limitations were frustrating. The lack of functionality in the web interface and dashboard was also disappointing. I hope that Real Appeal can improve these areas in the future to provide a better experience for its users.

I've been using Real Appeal for 26 weeks now, but I'm still not sure what tools are available to help me. The coaches seem young and inexperienced, and they just follow a weekly script. I don't feel like they have any real-life experience to share with me. The videos are also very fake and don't help me at all. Samantha is like a cheerleader, always skinny and never had a weight problem. In one of the recent videos, she had to "act" bloated and full, but she was still skinny. It made me mad because it's not relatable at all.

I haven't gotten anything out of this program so far. I have to use MyFitnessPal to log my food and exercise, so what's the point of Real Appeal? It's supposed to be free with my insurance, but it's actually quite expensive. Last week, the coach told us that we now have to attend a monthly call, but they didn't give us much instruction on how to set it up or what to expect. It's frustrating because I feel like I'm not getting any value from this program.

I'm thinking about trying WW's new plan instead. It seems more real and relatable. I hope it will help me achieve my weight loss goals.

Real Appeal used to be a great program, but things have changed since the end of 2019. The program's tools and effectiveness have been devalued, leaving users feeling frustrated and disappointed. The food tracking feature, which was once a useful tool, is now useless. The new tool doesn't even have the same level of ingredients as the previous version, making it difficult to accurately track what you're eating. The user interface is also more cumbersome, making it harder to enter your meals.

It seems that the focus of the new app, website, and program is to look pretty rather than be functional. While the design may be aesthetically pleasing, it doesn't make up for the lack of functionality. Support is also lacking, and even when you can get someone on the phone, they don't seem to have the tools to help you. The support staff can only reset passwords or sign someone new up for the program, leaving users feeling frustrated and unsupported.

The new method for the "Coaches" has also gone downhill. It seems that they are more concerned with measuring touches to customers rather than providing assistance. The program has gone from being motivational to nothing more than a RAH RAH session once a week. Users are left to do everything else on their own, which is not what they signed up for.

Overall, Real Appeal has become a disappointment. Amazon has better 1-star books than this program. If you're looking for a weight loss program that actually works, look elsewhere.