# Strongur: Back to Basics — Strength Training Dashboard

> Advanced workout log for strength training and bodybuilding with detailed analytics. (iPhone/iPad app by Robert Frederick.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/strongur-back-to-basics/id504858271 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Robert Frederick](https://appshunter.io/developer/504858274)
- Category: Health & Fitness, Productivity
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 3.90/5 from 113 App Store ratings · 203 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 15.6 · 91 MB
- Languages: American English, French (France)
- Released: 2012-03-08
- Data updated: 2026-08-25
- Monetization: subscription
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/strongur-back-to-basics/id504858271/reviews.md

## What is Strongur?

THIS IS A TOOLBOX to help you with your progression, not just a workout app. If your goal is to expand and reach new levels, this is the app for you. Here’s what people are saying about it:

“An outstanding app with an incredible amount of knowledge and thought behind it. The app does far more than offer strength programs for you to follow. It will acquaint you with the hows and whys of training – giving you what you need to build a solid understanding of how to workout effectively. Absolutely recommended for anyone who is looking to make significant gains in their strength.”

“I don't normally write reviews but this is by far the best strength and weight training app on the App Store. I have never looked or felt stronger! Detailed information on how to get started and in many aspects of training with charts to track your progression. Will say it again excellent app and a must have for anyone wanting to get in great shape. Best Strength App by Far.”

“I can't say enough good things about this program. If you follow the program, you WILL make progress. The workouts are brutal, relentless, and effective. Great app!”

Select one of the built-in workout routines to keep it simple or go all out and design your own system. Whether you want to focus on bodybuilding or strength, this app has you covered.

---- HIGHLIGHTS ---- 

*track workouts in greater precision than any other app (sets, reps, weight, effort, rest intervals, tempo, daily body fat, and daily body weight).
*provides you detailed insights and feedback through multiple types of graphs, some also not available on any other app.
*gives you the absolute best workouts. 
*help you establish realistic targets for muscle mass as it relates to strength.

Popular routines like 5/3/1, Starting Strength, and Stronglifts are easy to use with this app. Don't see the exact workout routine you were looking for? Make one. Want to share it with friends/clients? Upload it through the app so others can use your routine. 

Fast-track Progress

Complete app access and the full package of workout analytics is available for $9.99/month, $24.99/3 months, or $99.99/year (prices may vary by territory) within the Strongur iOS mobile application. You can subscribe and pay through your iTunes account. Payment will be charged to iTunes account at confirmation of purchase. Your subscription will automatically renew unless canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Your account will be charged for renewal within 24 hours prior to the end of the current period. Subscriptions may be managed by the user and auto-renew may be turned off after purchase by going to the 'Manage Subscription' page in settings. Any unused portion of a free trial period, if offered, will be forfeited when the user purchases a subscription to that publication, where applicable. The subscription will renew at the same cost.

After you complete a workout, the next workout will automatically adjust (weight/rep/set increments and decrements) to respond to performance levels in the previous workout. That means workout tracking and body tracking couldn't be simpler. Single tap to create a new workout, single tap to save what you did — done. 

Privacy & Terms here: http://www.strongur.io/privacy-terms/

Strongur also supports Apple’s Health app.

Realistic targets keep you on track. Statistical analysis has shown that a beginner can expect a strength gain of about 30% in the first 90 days. Additional gains in strength are gradual and due to an interplay between neuromuscular improvements and hypertrophy. A 5'9" (1.75m) man can expect to gain about 15 lb (7kg) of muscle in the first year. Expect 3-5 years to reach your natural maximum. 

These are your targets. Feel free to smash through them.

## Key features

- Precise workout tracking (sets, reps, weight, effort, etc.)
- Detailed insights and feedback via graphs
- Customizable workout routine creation
- Support for popular routines like 5/3/1
- Automatic workout adjustments
- Track daily body fat and weight

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| MultiYear Training System | $9.99 | per month |
| MultiYear Training System | $24.99 | per 3 months |
| MultiYear Training System | $99.99 | per year |

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Log Workouts | $4.99 | one-time |
| Phase I | $4.99 | one-time |
| Phase II | $4.99 | one-time |
| Phase III | $4.99 | one-time |
| Phase IV | $4.99 | one-time |
| Phases I-V | $19.99 | one-time |
| Quick Sets | $4.99 | one-time |


## What do users think of Strongur?

Overall sentiment: positive

**Pros**

- 🚀 Great tool for tracking progress
- 📊 Comprehensive data and analytics
- 🔍 Detailed programs and guidance
- 👍 User-friendly interface
- 🤖 Automated weight adjustments

**Cons**

- 🐛 Crashes and bugs
- 💰 Subscription model
- 🔒 Login/authentication issues
- 🔄 Lack of customization options
- ⏱️ Timer and sync issues

**Commonly reported bugs**

- Crashes on iOS 8 and newer
- Inability to edit past workouts
- Strength index not updating correctly
- Neuro Efficiency chart crashes the app
- Syncing issues between phone and watch

**Most requested features**

- Export workout data
- Integrate with fitness trackers
- More customizable programs
- Improved Apple Watch support
- Plate calculator for weights

## Recent user reviews (10 of 203)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/strongur-back-to-basics/id504858271/reviews.md

### 1/5 — Not going past 2025

*2026-01-23, version 10.1.1*

Great app but no updates

### 1/5 — Meh

*2024-04-28, version 10.1.1*

Mandatory account creation but doesn’t support iOS passwords. We all have appathy nowadays. Step up your game.

### 2/5 — Great Tool; Paid for Liftime

*2023-12-07, version 10.1.1*

I’m a developer too. I understand the work that goes into these apps. I’m just not a big fan of subscription based apps. I’ve been using this since it was the Multi-year Weight Training System. I’ve enjoyed it. But I did pay for the the top tier in the beginning to avoid all of the constant taxes of subscriptions.

### 1/5 — Great once upon a time

*2023-10-21*

The app hasn’t been updated in 9 months. Where are the subscription monies going. Once upon a time this was the best app out there. The subscription ruined it. There’s a place to upload workouts and share with the community but you can only use them if you subscribe. Missed opportunity. The marketplace of workout programs could have been great!

### 3/5 — Annoyed

*2022-10-25*

I paid for the “lifetime” upgrade years ago. This used to be my favorite app. I recommended it to anyone looking for a weight tracking app. 

I was annoyed to log in and it told me that in order to use my programs I have already saved and used tons of times I now have to sub to the app.

So I won’t be using the app anymore.

**Developer response:** If you have an old phone running iOS 10 or below you can download the old app version and continue using that one. Ongoing app updates, feature additions, app maintenance, and support necessitates using a subscription model.

### 1/5 — Lost lifetime subscription with v10

*2022-10-23*

Had a lifetime access to Phases I to V but could not recover it since version 10 of this app. Quite desappointing. What could I do ?

**Developer response:** If you have an old phone running iOS 10 or below you can download the old app version and continue using that one. Ongoing app updates, feature additions, app maintenance, and support necessitates using a subscription model.

### 3/5 — Great Tool; Paid for Liftime

*2022-10-19, version 10.0.5*

I’m a developer too. I understand the work that goes into these apps. I’m just not a big fan of subscription based apps. 

I’ve been using this since it was the Multi-year Weight Training System.  I’ve enjoyed it.  But I did pay for the the top tier in the beginning to avoid all of the constant taxes of subscriptions.

**Developer response:** If you have an old phone running iOS 10 or below you can download the old app version and continue using that one. Ongoing app updates, feature additions, app maintenance, and support necessitates using a subscription model.

### 5/5 — Left in the dark.

*2022-10-14*

I love this app and could not imagine working out without it. Now it is a paid subscription when it has always been free. I can’t use it to workout until I come up with $100. Totally blindsided by this but I gotta come up with the cash because it’s that good. Could have given me a heads up. Will have to use something else till I get the cash.

### 1/5 — Money grabbing update

*2022-10-14*

With the last update I can’t even use workouts I already made without paying!!!! I can’t even export them for free and there was no warning. Despicable money grabbing move, useless app now, it’s getting uninstalled
Edit after developer’s reply: as a user my expectation is to be warned of changes this big and to be able to export my existing programs - at least the ones I made, as a one off.

**Developer response:** Thanks for the support! As an app user, your expectations are for the app to be maintained and updated so you can continue to use it, as well as to receive timely technical support in the event you need assistance. As an app developer, the expectations are for users to support the app if they would like to continue using it. 

Edit: Tap the calendar icon on the top right of the dashboard and look up your workouts you want to export. You can export by email after you bring them up. Not sure if that's what you meant by export but that's what we've got. If you meant export, as in uploading so someone else can use your program, you can still do that without a subscription.

### 2/5 — Update after subscription model - Best lifting / programming app out there

*2022-10-07*

Update: Im a programmer, I get how much work goes into, not just creating software, but keeping it up to-date with ever changing APIs and UI themes. Not to mention adding new features. But changing the rules on already purchased features kinda rankles me. I’ve been using this app since 2014 and the features and protocols I’ve bought over the years are now useless (at the time it was a once purchased always purchased). Even with that I’d have still subscribed, because, yeah it takes time to build apps and time is money. But man… you gotta look at the competition before setting prices. I can get a life time of the StrongLifts app for what you charge for a year. Yeah it doesn’t have all the features you have (yet) but it gets updated monthly. Old review because it still applies (old ranking was 5-stars): I've spent way too much money on workout / lifting apps, looking for the perfect one. And while I still haven't found the perfect one, this one is the best so far! The key things this app offers are: 1) metrics; why track your lifts if you don't use that data to figure out what works for you. This app is the best at presenting workout data! 2)Programming; its best to go into the gym already knowing what you are going to do. This app isn't to bad at this, I particularly like the auto loading and de-loading for mass or reps. 3) technique; the bar tracking feature is nice for visualizing my form. I would like to see the programming aspect evolve a bit more, but overall this is the best option on the market!

**Developer response:** Thanks for the feedback. To clarify the changes specifically in your case, when we moved to a subscription model I started adding things to the app that you never paid for and I didn't put up any additional paywalls for you either. No new paywalls for you wasn't because your initial standalone purchase granted access. It was because itemized paywalls for some and blanket subscriptions for others was too messy to maintain as more and more features were added. However, those subscribers are exactly the reason why the app got new features, updates, periodic maintenance, and so on. We all owe those guys and girls for their support. Without those subscribers the app would have been a one-time release like the default iOS Calculator app (which is the kind of app you paid for). With the new app changes in policy we don't have one group who gets everything for free anymore at the expense of those paying for it. We're all on the same page as of version 10. 

As for Stronglifts, you're not going to use that for life so they'll happily sell you a lifetime purchase. On the other hand, I want you to keep using Strongur year after year and low cost, one-time purchases are exactly what created the issue you have in the first place.

## Frequently asked questions about Strongur

### What does Strongur do?

Strongur is a comprehensive toolbox designed to help users with their progression in weightlifting and bodybuilding. It allows for precise tracking of workouts, provides detailed insights and feedback through various graphs, and enables users to create their own workout routines or follow popular ones.

### What are the key features of Strongur?

Key features include highly precise workout tracking for sets, reps, weight, effort, rest intervals, tempo, and daily body fat/weight. It also offers detailed insights via multiple graph types, the ability to create custom routines, and automatic adjustments for subsequent workouts.

### How much does Strongur cost?

Full access to the app and its workout analytics is available through a subscription model. Pricing options include $9.99/month, $24.99/3 months, or $99.99/year. Payment is processed through your iTunes account.

### What kind of workouts can I do with Strongur?

The app supports both bodybuilding and strength-focused training. You can select from built-in routines like 5/3/1, Starting Strength, and Stronglifts, or design and upload your own custom workout systems.

### Can I share my workout routines with others?

Yes, if you create a custom workout routine, you have the option to upload it through the app. This allows other users to access and utilize the routines you have designed.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 10.2.6 — 2026-06-15

This version includes the latest fixes.

### 10.2.5 — 2026-06-09

Bug fixes for workout interactions.

### 10.2.4 — 2026-06-05

Fixed a layout bug in the exercise history.

### 10.2.3 — 2026-06-04

This version fixes timer issues during a workout, management of special workouts, and exercise visibility while searching during a workout.

### 10.2.2 — 2026-05-30

Bug fixes:
* Purchase syncing 
* Backup & Restore 

New:
* Try MealStacks -- If tracking every meal is too tedious, try a simple diet planner to inspect macros/micros of planned meals. Get insight, make adjustments, then carry on. K.I.S.S.

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