BarCalc

BarCalc

by Ronald Wilhelm

78 ratings
51 reviews

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Details

  • Released
  • Updated
  • May 13, 2011
  • August 4, 2017

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Easily calculate barbell weight without manual math. Input total weight or add plates individually to see the load. Supports metric and imperial units, and custom plate inventories for various lifting disciplines.

Calculate weight from total or individual plates
Custom plate inventory
Metric and imperial unit conversion
Percentage calculation
Competition weight standards
Plate-by-plate bar loading
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What's New in BarCalc

2.1

August 4, 2017

This app has been updated by Apple to display the Apple Watch app icon. * Double the bits! 64-bit build * Updated app icon * Miscellaneous bug fixes Thank you for all your support & reviews over the years. If you can spare a minute to rate this new version it'd be much appreciated. Thanks!

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User reviews

Not good for much

Unless you already know what your weight looks like it won’t do much for you you don’t put in the amount you want island it gives you the plates you need it’s the other way around you give it the amount of plates and it give you a number

Super convenient! UI Bug

I absolutely love this barbell calculator. Sadly, due to a UI bug causing a large chunk of the options to be blanked out on the settings menu, I can’t give it 5 stars. I’ve tried reinstalling, and the issue persists across multiple iOS updates and phones. Please fix the UI bug!

Love the app

I’ve been using BarCalc for several years because I don’t care enough to take the time to figure out the weight and would rather take the time to rest between sets. However, I am very disappointed that there hasn’t been an update in years and now the settings screen is half way whited out. I would really like to see this fixed.
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A suggestion

I love this app and have used it for years. Very convenient and easy to use, especially considering how easy it is to switch between the keypad and plate modes. However, I now own a pair of 65lb plates that make barbell math a little difficult. I know there are also 100lb plates out there as well. It’s not common but they do exist. Would you be able to add these plates as an option when setting plate inventory in a future update?
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Great!

Great for meets use projector or tv hooked to your phone

FAQ

What does BarCalc do?

BarCalc is a barbell calculator app designed to help you easily determine the weight loaded on your barbell. You can input a total desired weight and see the plates required, or add plates individually to see the total load. It eliminates the need for manual math in the gym.

What are the key features of BarCalc?

Key features include the ability to input any weight and instantly see the plates on the bar, setting a custom plate inventory, following competition weight standards for Olympic and powerlifting, quickly finding percentages of weights, converting between kilograms and pounds, building a bar load plate-by-plate, and specifying men's and women's barbell weights.

Is BarCalc free to use?

Yes, BarCalc is a free application. It does not have in-app purchases or advertisements, meaning you can use all its features without any cost or interruptions.

What types of lifting is BarCalc useful for?

BarCalc is useful for all types of lifting and competitions, including Olympic weightlifting, powerlifting, and general strength training. It's a great companion for popular lifting programs like Wendler 5/3/1, Starting Strength, and CrossFit.

Can BarCalc convert between kilograms and pounds?

Yes, BarCalc can convert weights between metric (kilograms) and imperial (pounds). This feature is essential for users who train in different regions or use equipment calibrated in different units.