Best Iron Plus alternatives: apps like Iron Plus

📊 Productivity

Iron Plus is great, but it's not the only option. Explore 10+ similar apps for iPhone and iPad, each reviewed and rated by real users. Find free alternatives, premium upgrades, and hidden gems.

Top Alternatives to Iron Plus

Powerlift – Barbell Calculator by Glasshouse Studio, LLC

Weightlifting without the math

Editor's Choice

4.5(73 ratings)

FreeIn-App Purchases

Powerlift – Barbell Calculator screenshot 1

Powerlift – Barbell Calculator screenshot 2

Powerlift – Barbell Calculator screenshot 3

Powerlift – Barbell Calculator screenshot 4

Powerlift – Barbell Calculator screenshot 5

This app simplifies barbell weight calculations for weightlifters. It allows users to quickly determine the correct plates needed for any given weight, supporting custom bar and collar weights, and both imperial and metric units. An optional Pro version offers advanced features like manual plate management and custom plate creation.

Powerlift Pro by Phys Tech LLC

#1 Powerlifting App

Strong Contender

4.7😐(286 ratings)

FreeAdsIn-App Purchases

This app provides AI-powered personalized strength training programs and a comprehensive suite of tools for tracking workouts, managing macros, and calculating lifting metrics. It offers real-time adjustments and weak point optimization to help users achieve their strength goals.

What We Love

🚀 Excellent barbell/plate loading calculator
🧮 Comprehensive workout calculation tools (RPE, 1RM, conversions)
👍 User-friendly interface and intuitive navigation
💪 Effective AI-powered personalized workout programming
🎯 Flexible exercise substitution options
⚡ Saves significant time during training sessions
🔄 Pre-workout fatigue assessment for tailored sessions
💰 Affordable alternative to personal coaching
📚 Extensive exercise library with proper form guidance
✅ Requires workout completion before progression

Room to Improve

🐛 Frequent app crashes and freezing issues
⏳ Tedious logging process with individual set pages
💸 Sudden shift to paid subscription model
🔒 Billing/subscription management problems
😤 Clunky and unnecessarily complex navigation
❌ Cannot skip days or change workout order
🔄 Repetitive RPE logging for every set
📊 Lacks basic workout tracking features
🚫 No automatic weight calculation suggestions
⚠️ Data loss when navigating away from bar loader

Bar Is Loaded - Gym Calculator by Danny Li

It's leg day, not brain day.

Worth Considering

4.9😊(512 ratings)

FreeIn-App Purchases

Bar Is Loaded - Gym Calculator screenshot 1

Bar Is Loaded - Gym Calculator screenshot 2

Bar Is Loaded - Gym Calculator screenshot 3

Bar Is Loaded - Gym Calculator screenshot 4

Bar Is Loaded - Gym Calculator screenshot 5

Bar Is Loaded - Gym Calculator screenshot 6

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.

What We Love

👍 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

Room to Improve

🐛 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

More apps like Iron Plus

USA Powerlifting

Powerlifting Programming

(0)

Bluetooth Enabled Training App

PDC Performance

Video-performance synchronizationAutomatic rep and lift phase detectionDetailed performance metrics (velocity, range of motion)

This app synchronizes video with performance data from a Bluetooth clip to analyze your lifts. It provides detailed metrics, helps improve technique with video comparison, and is designed for powerlifters and coaches. Track progress, assess competition standards, and store your training data.

free with in-app purchases

(9)

Sheiko Gold: Powerlifting AI

Strength Training Coach

AI-driven personalized training programsReal-time workout adjustmentsVelocity-based training (VBT)

This AI-powered strength training app creates personalized powerlifting programs that adapt in real-time to your performance and recovery. It uses velocity-based training and heart rate data to optimize workouts for strength, technique, or competition.

(187)

subscription

Calgary Barbell Training App

Strength coaching and workouts

Extensive program libraryInteractive programming toolsDetailed training log

Access a vast library of strength training programs, with tools for customization and detailed progress tracking. Connect with coaches for personalized guidance and upload training videos. Syncs with Apple Health for comprehensive fitness data.

(10)

free

Kauntor: Eat, Lift, Sweat

Track rep speed, macros & more

Revolutionary rep speed tracking with phone cameraAI-powered macro estimation from photosLog and share strength workouts

This app offers comprehensive fitness tracking, including revolutionary rep speed analysis using your phone's camera. It also provides AI-powered macro tracking, strength and cardio logging, and personalized training program generation. Unlock advanced features with a premium subscription for a complete health and fitness management experience.

(14)

freemium

Barbell calculator for the gym

Gym Bar Calculator

Calculate barbell weight distributionCustomize weight platesChoose units of measurement

Easily calculate barbell weight distribution for your workouts. Input your desired total weight and barbell weight, and the app will precisely determine the plates needed for each side. Ideal for all fitness levels seeking accuracy and efficiency.

(3)

free

TrueRep Squat

Optimize every rep.

Real-time squat form feedbackDepth and knee position alertsEccentric and concentric phase analytics

This app uses your phone's camera to analyze your squat form in real time, providing feedback on depth and knee position. It offers detailed analytics on rep phases and suggests variations to help you improve your performance and break through plateaus.

free with in-app purchases

(17)