Heavy Loads - Plate Calculator

Heavy Loads - Plate Calculator

Stack plates like a pro.

2 ratings
1 review
$0.99

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Released
June 10, 2025
Updated
October 5, 2026

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This app simplifies barbell loading for weightlifters. It offers multiple modes to calculate plate combinations based on target weight, percentages, or existing bar loads, ensuring accurate weight every time. Customize your plate inventory and barbells for precise gym sessions.

✓Auto calculation mode for target weight
✓Percentage-based calculations
✓Manual (reverse) mode for existing loads
✓Custom barbell support
✓Unit conversion (kg/lb)
✓Customizable plate inventory
✓Clean, minimal UI
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What's New in Heavy Loads

2.0

October 5, 2026

What's New in Heavy Loads 2.0: A redesigned main screen • Three clearly labeled tabs, Target, Percent and Plates, sit right above their controls. • The weight readout and barbell stay in the same place whichever tab you use. • A new "On the bar" readout shows the loaded weight in both pounds and kilos. • If your target can't be loaded exactly, you'll see how far off you are, for example "2.5 lb under 352.5". When it matches, you'll see the weight per side. • Pick your bar from a compact menu at the top of the screen. • Clear the bar with one tap from the new Clear button on the barbell. • Plates on the barbell now show plain numbers (45, 10, 5, 2.5). Target • Type any weight on the new keypad. • Fine-tune with quick −5, −2.5, +2.5 and +5 buttons, or 1.25 and 2.5 kg steps in kilos. Percent • Set your one-rep max with − and + buttons, or tap it to type a number. • Choose a preset from 50% to 95% in steps of 5, or adjust 1% at a time. Plates • Every plate size you own appears in one list, with how many are on each side out of how many pairs you own. • Add or remove plates with large − and + buttons. Smarter calculations • Plate loading now finds the closest load to your target without going over, even when the obvious "heaviest plate first" choice can't reach it. • Olympic bars use their true kilo weight (20 kg men's, 15 kg women's). • Collar weights are included accurately and stay in clean 0.1 steps. This fixes cases where a 0.5 kg collar could add slightly too much weight. • The bar recalculates right away when you change collars, bars or units. Made for iPad • On iPad the barbell is drawn much larger, and the controls grow to fill the screen. • New landscape layout puts the barbell and readout on the left and your controls on the right. Fixes • Fixed bars appearing twice in the bar list on iPad. Existing duplicates are removed automatically. • Fixed the status label briefly reading "0 lb over" after using the Plates tab.

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5 out of 5!! Thanks for purchasing this app, I hope you find it as useful as I do. I use this app to help me load my barbell to different percentages, as well as my loadable dumbbell. Takes the math out of lifting.

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FAQ

What is the price of Heavy Loads?

Heavy Loads is a paid app priced at $0.99. This one-time purchase grants you access to all its features for barbell plate calculations.

Does Heavy Loads have ads?

No, Heavy Loads is ad-free. You can use the app without any interruptions from advertisements, allowing for a focused training experience.

What devices does Heavy Loads support?

Heavy Loads is available on iPhone and iPad. Its design is optimized for these Apple mobile devices.

How accurate is Heavy Loads?

The app is designed for fast and accurate plate math, eliminating guesswork. It calculates optimal plate combinations based on your customized inventory and target weights.

Can I customize my barbells in Heavy Loads?

Yes, you can create and select from multiple barbells, each with its own weight and name. This is ideal for switching between different bar types, like men's or women's bars.

Does Heavy Loads support both kilograms and pounds?

Yes, Heavy Loads displays both units at once. Your primary unit is shown in large text, with the secondary unit in smaller text, ensuring you always know your total weight.

How often is Heavy Loads updated?

The app was last updated on June 10, 2025, with version 1.0. As a new release, expect future updates to introduce new features and improvements based on user feedback.

What is the age rating for Heavy Loads?

Heavy Loads has an age rating of 4+. This indicates it is suitable for users of all ages, with no mature content.