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Bar Is Loaded - Gym Calculator

Bar Is Loaded - Gym Calculator

It's leg day, not brain day.

587 ratings
104 reviews
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Released
April 29, 2020
Updated
October 15, 2026

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Developer

Danny Li
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This app simplifies weightlifting calculations, instantly determining the correct plates to load onto a barbell. It offers custom settings for inventory and a reverse calculator, along with tools for meet preparation and performance scoring.

✓Plate loading calculator (KG/LB)
✓Customizable barbell and plate inventory
✓Reverse calculator for adding plates
✓Meet prep tools (rep max, attempt selection)
✓Powerlifting and weightlifting scoring calculators
✓Customizable themes
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What users say about Bar Is Loaded

Reviews of Bar Is Loaded are mostly positive: the Health & Fitness app is rated 4.9/5 from 587 App Store ratings. What users like most: extremely user-friendly and intuitive interface, fast and accurate plate loading calculations. Top complaints: frequent crashes and infinite loading screens, 5kg calculation glitch in reverse section. Summarized from real user reviews.

Positive things

  • 👍Extremely user-friendly and intuitive interface
  • 🚀Fast and accurate plate loading calculations
  • 💰Completely free with no ads or subscriptions
  • 🧠Eliminates mental math during workouts
  • 📊Rich feature set including RPE, Wilks, and 1RM calculators
  • 🔄Reverse calculation functionality for bar loading
  • 📱Supports both kg and lb conversions seamlessly
  • 🎨Clean and simple design
  • 👨‍💻Responsive developer who takes feedback seriously
  • 📸Ability to share loaded bar images on social media
  • ⚡Lightweight and quick performance
  • 🏋️Tailored specifically for powerlifters and weightlifters

Negative things

  • 🐛Frequent crashes and infinite loading screens
  • 🐛5kg calculation glitch in reverse section
  • 🐛Inconsistent weight calculations with kg plates
  • ⚙️Limited barbell weight customization options
  • ⚙️Collar weight incorrectly set to 4kg instead of 5kg
  • ⚙️Rounding errors with decimal plate weights
  • 📱Compatibility issues with newer devices (iPhone 16 Pro)
  • ❌No ladies bar weight option (35 lbs)
  • ❌Missing 7.5kg plate option
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What's New in Bar Is Loaded

5.0.0

October 15, 2026

New: - WORKOUT LOG: Fast set logging, last-session numbers, rest timer, supersets, set types, and instant PRs. - Routines: Build routines or import your coach's Google Sheet - Insights: 1RM trends, PR history, weekly sets per muscle, and estimated meet totals - Meet Prep: Suggested openers and 3rd attempts based on your training - Share: Share your full workout, an exercise, or a single set - OpenPowerlifting: History, lifter insights, and scout reports - Faster launch and misc. bug fixes

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User reviews

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Must-have app for lifters

The developer is awesome and genuinely wants to help the powerlifting community.
Aapzxth

Gym made easy!

The app has helped my on the moment math problems go away with ease. It’s super simple and I always recommend it to not just powerlifters, but any lifter in general that uses barbells.
KFKevin E Fernandez

Best app

Support so much!!
DDeaf_defense

AMAZING

It was a little tricky to figure out at first but now that I have the hang of it, this app is incredible!!
AAgweelar

The app that Jon Darlak recommends

My best friend and member of the Delco Spotting Crew Jon Darlak recommended me this app. I love Jon Darlak he’s so awesome.
JFJon Darlak #1 Fan
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User experience

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Reported Bugs

7 issues

App crashes on startup requiring reinstall

Bug

5kg glitch showing incorrect weight in reverse section

Bug

Inconsistent plate loading calculations (e.g., 15k + 1.5k on 20kg bar giving 47.5 or 52.5)

Bug

Rounding kg weights to whole numbers instead of decimals

Bug

Infinite loading screen on startup

Bug

Incompatibility with iPhone 16 Pro

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Collar weight incorrectly calculated as 4kg instead of 5kg

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Requested Features

7 requests

Ability to customize barbell weight (44 lbs vs 45 lbs, 35 lbs ladies bar)

Feature

Workout logging and progress tracking

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Training program recommendations

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Multiple bar inventory system (squat bars, SSB, power bars)

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Percentage of 1RM calculator

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Dark mode option

Feature

Support for additional plate sizes (7.5kg)

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FAQ

What does the Bar Is Loaded app do?

Bar Is Loaded is a fast and easy plate loading calculator designed for lifters. It instantly tells you exactly what plates to load onto a barbell, eliminating guesswork. The app also includes various tools for meet preparation and performance scoring.

What are the key features of this gym calculator?

Key features include an instant plate calculator for both KG and LB, a customizable inventory for barbells and plates, and a reverse calculator. It also offers meet prep tools like rep max calculators and attempt selection, along with powerlifting and weightlifting scoring calculators.

Is this app free to use?

The app is free to download and use, with in-app purchases available. Users can also find discount codes for related products within the app description.

What kind of lifters is this app made for?

This app is specifically made for powerlifters, weightlifters, and general gym-goers who engage in heavy lifting. It's designed to be quick, accurate, and useful for anyone focused on strength training.

Can I customize the plates and barbells in the app?

Yes, the app allows for custom inventory settings. You can adjust the barbell, collars, plate type, and plate availability to match your gym's equipment, ensuring accurate calculations.