# GymBook ・ Strength Training — user reviews > 401 indexed App Store user reviews of GymBook ・ Strength Training by Appwise GmbH, rated 4.80/5 from 2,411 ratings. - Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gymbook-strength-training/id650113307/reviews - App overview in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gymbook-strength-training/id650113307.md - Rating breakdown: 5★ 2,087 · 4★ 217 · 3★ 54 · 2★ 22 · 1★ 31 ## What do users think of GymBook ・ Strength Training? Overall sentiment: positive **Pros** - 💪 Excellent workout tracking - 🔓 No subscription, one-time purchase - 👍 Simple and intuitive interface - 📊 Comprehensive data and progress tracking - 🤖 Seamless Apple Watch integration - 🎨 Customizable color themes - 🔍 Large exercise library with animations - 🧠 Helpful muscle group targeting information **Cons** - 🕰️ Cumbersome weight/rep selection - 📚 Limited exercise catalog (some missing) - 🔀 Difficulty switching between workouts - 📈 Confusing progress graph visualizations - 🔍 Lack of search/filter options for exercises **Commonly reported bugs** - Occasional syncing issues with Apple Watch - Workout data sometimes recorded on wrong day **Most requested features** - Add ability to copy/duplicate workouts - Implement calendar view for workout history - Allow manual entry of weights/reps instead of scrolling - Integrate body measurement tracking and progress graphs - Add more pre-made workout templates and routines - Implement calisthenics and cardio exercise support ## Newest reviews (19 of 401) ### 4/5 — All of the updates are worthless for me *2026-07-06, version 7.0.45* All of the exercises and features being added are cool I guess, but I can add my own exercises if I want to, so I guess I’d rather have more practical features like more workout notification options and for the workout calories to be remotely close to accurate. ### 4/5 — Non intuitive UI *2026-07-03, version 7.0.43* I mean if you are going to make a workout app with over 400 exercises it would probably be a good idea to make the humanoid model the revolving face of the whole app, ae I open the app to a model of a person, I tap the part of the body I want to improve and it shows every workout that falls into that category and from there I can chose to easily add it to a workout plan. The ui is unfortunately very poorly designed but I don’t think this is changing anytime soon because devs tend to be stubborn to innovation now. Props however to having a one time payment option which I can gladly say I’m an owner of. ### 5/5 — Perfect! *2026-05-01, version 7.0.35* No gross social feature, up there with HealthFit and WorkOutDoors for the running of GOAT stats based work out apps. CLEAN AESTHETIC!! ### 5/5 — Great app *2026-04-26, version 7.0.30* Recommend to all. Easy set up and use. The log and history tabs are a great way to track and see your progress. The customer support team is very responsive and friendly. The only issue I have is the auto backup to the icloud, all the data after a group session workout does not transfer, i.e. 5 exercises in a group session and all but the info for the last exercise uploaded or everything uploaded but the last set in that last exercise. I’ve had 5 exercises and only 2 uploaded. The fix to get everything uploaded is for me to manually upload the workout manually on my phone so I can keep my iPad current. ### 5/5 — Отличное приложение *2026-04-24* Пользуюсь уже более 5 лет, не подводит и отлично работает с часов! Можно не брать в зал телефон. ### 5/5 — Dependable *2026-04-23, version 7.0.34* This app is great, very reliable/dependable, and well worth the price. I've been using GymBook since 2015, and it's given me everything I've ever needed in a logger. ### 5/5 — Best app ever *2026-04-21, version 7.0.33* Nothing compares to this truly a godsend love this app ### 5/5 — Clean & simple yet powerful. *2026-04-16, version 7.0.31* ❤️ ### 5/5 — Bien mais .. *2026-04-15* Bonjour excusez-moi mais lors de votre dernière mise à jour en version gratuite lorsque je Validé mon poids et ma répétition le chronomètre se lançait automatiquement aujourd'hui ce n'est plus le cas je ne comprends pas pourquoi est-ce que je dois payer pour ce genre d'option merci de me dire si vous comptez le remettre ou non ### 2/5 — Logging problem after update *2026-04-08, version 7.0.31* I just updated to the most recent version (I have lifetime) and it will not enter new logs for exercises in my workouts. Very broken!! Please fix ASAP ### 4/5 — Love this app!! But…. *2026-03-28, version 7.0.29* Could you guys please add the ability to type in the weight instead of having to scroll the number wheel? I find that annoying that I have to do that every time. Also if we are using the same weight for our sets, could you add a feature where the previous weight used just passes over to the new set that was just completed? ### 4/5 — Nice app overall *2026-03-21, version 7.0.28* Would love to have the Olympic lifts but very good overall. ### 5/5 — La meilleure app de Gymbook *2026-03-18* C’est application est très complète et fluide dans son utilisation et j’apprends encore de nouvelles astuces tous les jours. Traquer ses progressions et créer son programme est très simple et intuitif et les outils pour traquer nos évolutions sont très efficaces. J’ai testé plusieurs autres app du genre mais celle ci est de loin la meilleure et elle permet en plus un achat unique qui vaut vraiment le coup. Bref je la recommande à tous ceux qui veulent tenir efficacement un jour et qu’il soit à la fin simple est complet et très esthétique 💪 ### 5/5 — Not as advertised *2026-03-16, version 7.0.27* On my phone when I shared a social post to an app Gymdex it would open this app instead and didn’t do as advertised. My original review was for Gymdex and not this app so I am updating this to not penalize this app. ### 4/5 — Nice app overall *2026-02-15, version 7.0.23* Definitely needs Olympic lifts but pretty good overall. ### 5/5 — Best app on my phone *2026-02-01, version 7.0.13* Such a simple app does all the things I want it to do for my work out. Best part it doesn’t have any ads!! Really straight forward and to the point ### 5/5 — Best Gym App, EVER!!! *2026-01-26, version 7.0.19* I have loved this app for 4.5 years now. I used to do only have the free version but I decided to start paying because I felt so strongly about how great the app is, it being free felt like robbery. It was worth it too, the paid version rocks!! Great app, I love GymBook!!! ### 5/5 — Beautiful App - No Subscription Model *2026-01-21, version 7.0.18* I want to say thank you for your the creator and thanks to the maintenance team. This app is a life saver, it is worth every dollar and more that I have purchased. This app has no subscription fee and has a lot of functionality that is great. Things to improve: - Selecting a number (ie Weight) —> Could use select based on digits. (Pls let me know if this doesn’t make sense.) - Workout Timer in general keeping with the rest timers - Added workouts ### 5/5 — Very good workout companion app *2026-01-16, version 7.0.17* Simple, beautiful, and fully compatible with Apple Watch. The absence of a subscription is a major plus, a one-time purchase is definitely the way to go. Thank you! ## Most critical reviews (10 lowest-rated) ### 1/5 — Great app but has serious issues *2026-06-18, version 7.0.42* The app itself is perfect for making and tracking custom workouts. The main problem is the watch app since it never starts up straight away. I always have to force quit the watch app at least once every day. I'm lucky if it's just once. Other times it will eventually load but it will crash when selecting the first exercise in a workout so I have to force quit a few times. Finally whenever there's an app update the watch app refuses to connect. It can often take 20- 30 minutes trying things like watch or iPhone reboots, closing the apps etc. Right now it won't connect after trying all these things several times. I've paid for the full package and this app is so unreliable I'm considering going elsewhere so please please please just spend some time on fixing these issues. I should not have to reinstall the app every time you release an update ### 1/5 — Gives false activity readings *2025-08-02, version 7.0.0* Thanks to this app running in the background, my apple health dats is way off. It thinks i haves been working out for hours causing false calorie and exercise minute readings. Also no way to undo an accidental skipped set on the watch. ### 1/5 — Pay to play - SURPRISE - *2025-03-27, version 6.2.46* I don’t mind paying for something like this and I’m sure this app is good, however, I don’t like being surprised into paying for something. Let people know upfront in order to use the app they will need to pay. And the price is a little high at $8 - $10. No thank you. ### 1/5 — Still No weight plate calculator *2025-03-04, version 6.2.45* After years of useless updates, still no weight plate calculator. I’m done waiting. I’ve switched back to another app I’ve been using prior to this and that app has significantly improved over the years. ### 1/5 — CONFUSED “OWNERSHIP”- HACKED🐭🌚🚴‍♀️! *2024-04-29, version 6.2.15* Used 😫- Prior information uploaded on original display…. !!! ### 1/5 — смешно *2024-01-26* 56 упражнений бесплатных, остальные 271 — платные **Developer response:** Hi шулян - We understand that many users prefer free apps, however, the development and maintenance of a high-quality app requires significant time, effort, and resources. In the free version, GymBook offers for example the possibility to add an unlimited number of exercises, to log an unlimited number of workouts, a timer, line graphs, doughnut charts, heat maps, Health app integration, or Apple Watch support. This provides a way to get started and see the benefits of GymBook. All without ads and with a 100% privacy. Although for many users, the free app is enough, for those who want more, GymBook offers packages and features as one-time purchases, without the need for subscriptions. These purchases give you access to those packages or features for life, and help us continue to improve and provide the best possible experience for all of our users. We appreciate your understanding and support. If you have further questions, please feel free to reach out. ### 1/5 — A literal “pink tax” *2023-02-26, version 6.1.56* The default red colour is free but to make it look less masculine I have to pay $10. There is a literal “pink tax” (feminist theory that things for women cost more) on making the app look more feminine, but the default masculine vibe is free. Should be more inclusive to women and give us one cute colour for free. ### 1/5 — Неудобно *2021-04-22* Максимально неудобно🤷‍♂️ Удаляю. Что в голове в создателя? ### 1/5 — Limited Exercises to log *2021-03-06* Limited exercise for logging and not user free **Developer response:** Hi - We are working hard on improving the App and we added many new exercises, and will add new exercises in the future. You can also add your own exercises (as many as you want, even in the free version). To do so, go to the 'Exercises' screen and tap on 'Edit' (the icon on the top right) and then on '+'. ### 1/5 — Мясной полуфабрикат *2018-06-29* Я как то уже давно ставил это приложение. Оно мне не понравилось. Тогда я просто удалил его. Сейчас я снова установил... ничего не изменилось с тех пор. Приложение сырое полуфабрикатное мясо. По другому не описать. Перевод не полностью. То и дело приходится переключаться на переводчик. Очень мало заложено упражнений. А те, что заложены частично не имеют той полной информации которую имеют другие. Установите какой-то единый стандарт, что ли! Почему я должен сам допиливать Ваше приложение, при том, что Вы ещё продаёте его!? И ещё за все это требуют 149 или 379 руб. А за что спрашивается? За такой же полуфабрикат? Возьми я дополнительно Платиновый пакет и что я получу? Дополнительный геморрой с приложением к уже имеющемуся? Хорошо, я отредактировал название и характеристики упражнения. Покажите мне картинку на Становую тягу? Где становая?! 🤨 В дополнение? А там она точно есть? А есть ли там другие все базовые упражнения? Где описание платных приложений????? Знаете что, господа, на андроиде есть приложение точно с таким же названием! НЕ НАДО ПОЗОРИТЬ хорошую программу на андроиде своим полуфабрикатом! Или доведите до ума, или спрячьте и не доставайте больше! ## Most praised reviews (10 highest-rated) ### 5/5 — Absolute rockstar! *2026-07-09, version 7.0.43* This app, for the crazy low one time fee, is amazing. It tracks everything I do, allows me to change my routine mid-workout, build my own exercise and customize the UI! Using this app I have been able to focus my routine and lose 40 lbs while adding muscle mass! I tell everyone I see, I would wear GymBook gear and be sponsored everyday I go to the gym, which is 6 days a week. ### 5/5 — Отличное приложение *2026-06-30* Добавьте пожалуйста возможность указания периода для экспорта журнала и по возможности через команды. ### 5/5 — Had the app a few years *2026-06-25, version 7.0.42* Only thing I would change is the way you select the weight. Most weights I have move up in increments of five. The app has it in 1 lbs when I switch between high rep and low weight you have to scroll for a minute. Having the option to move in increments of five would be nice. Some times I take a break because of injuries or what not it would be cool if you had the option to have the weight for each set automatically reduce after being idle with the more time away the more the weight lowers. I have noticed after taking a month off that I have to spend time adjusting weights. ### 5/5 — Beste App für eigene Workout-Erstellung *2026-06-23* Habe alles ausprobiert, was ich finden konnte und GymBook passt am Besten zu meinen Anforderungen: keinen Wucherpreis (hier aktuell 1,99/Monat) / Workout selber planen und loggen / eigene Übungen erstellen und dabei nicht nur beschreiben sondern auch Bild hinzufügen zu können / auch visuell auf einen Blick erkennen, welche Muskeln angesprochen werden durch Workout oder einzelne Übung (ja, ich bin ein sehr visuell funktionierender Mensch *zwinker*) /vorgegebene Übungen bearbeiten zu können. Verbesserungsvorschläge von mir: 1) Ich würde gerne Übungen mit zwei Seiten kennzeichnen können und sowas wie „jeweils (pro Seite) 8x5kg“ angeben können. 2) Ich würde gerne die wichtigsten Muskeln spezifischer angeben können z. B. Serratus Anterior oder wenigstens ein extra Feld bei der jeweiligen Übung haben, in dem ich bei Übersicht der ganzen Übungen einen wichtigen Hinweis platzieren könnte. Das wäre super! Danke aber erstmal für diese tolle App! ### 5/5 — Top App, genau meine Anforderungen *2026-06-14* Genau das was ich gesucht habe. Ich habe schon 2-3 Apps fürs dokumentieren meines Fortschritts ausprobiert, darunter auch GainsFire (auch sehr gute App), allerdings hat diese hier genau das was ich benötige. Applewatch Modus ist für mich sehr wichtig, da ich meine Gym-Playlists für Musik lokal auf der Watch gespeichert habe, und ich dadurch mein Handy im Spind lassen kann. Die Kombination von GymBook für den Fortschritt zu tracken plus Musik von der Applewatch am Handgelenk ist unschlagbar. Außerdem misst die App auch meinen Puls während des Trainings, somit muss ich kein Standart-Training auf der Watch mehr starten, das Ergebniss ist nach dem Training in der Fitness App von Apple sichtbar. Alles in allem genau das wonach ich solange gesucht habe. Nach einem Workout habe ich mir bereits die Lifetime Lizenz gekauft, die App wird mich die nächsten Jahre begleiten. **Developer response:** Hi BartHart - Vielen herzlichen Dank für deine tolle Rezension und dass du GymBook unterstützt! 😊 Sehr schön zu hören, dass GymBook genau das bietet, wonach du gesucht hast, und dass besonders die Apple Watch Integration so gut in deinen Trainingsalltag passt. Viel Erfolg im Gym und alles Gute für die kommenden Jahre! 💪 ### 5/5 — 🙂 *2026-06-14, version 7.0.41* Would be extremely convenient to have the ability to import workouts via csv or similar!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! ### 5/5 — absolutely amazing *2026-06-02, version 7.0.38* completely free, or a v tiny one-time purchase, and has EVERYTJING u need and completely customaisable with plenty of statistics etc ### 5/5 — Great app *2026-05-23, version 7.0.37* This app is the best one I’ve tried. It’s clean and easy to use. Never had any glitches or issues. No ads. No distracting social component. Great database and ability to add custom exercises. All around great app for tracking your training with no added BS. ### 5/5 — Happy *2026-05-07, version 7.0.36* A very inspiring app helps me get to my goals ### 5/5 — Great, easy *2026-05-02, version 7.0.34* Love this app. Easy to log in gym. Easy to add exercises and workouts --- *Data collected daily from the US App Store and indexed by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/). User reviews are verbatim App Store reviews. Ratings, prices and chart positions refresh continuously; this snapshot is from 2026-09-01.*