Paywalled
All features behind paywall
No Apple health
Great app for 531 but doesn’t sync with apple health otherwise it would be 5 stars
Great Program/Great Customer Service
I bought this program when it started 9 years ago. I get serious with it and then slack off after a while. Program is awesome. It’s easy to use, calculations are made without thinking. Accessory work is awesome. I came back to start using the app again and couldn’t get it to work. I just didn’t see the restore purchase button. It was there, I just didn’t see it. I sent an email to customer service. They responded almost immediately and told me where it was. Good people.
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Love the App now love the update
Using the app since about 2015. Though I’m not as consistent as I should be, this app keeps me on track and advancing or resetting my goals. I like that I can add the assistance exercises and sets that I want. I’ve tried many, but this is the only lifting app I use now. Great job.
No free options anymore.
This used to be the best simple option for 531 calculators. Now after entering 3 workouts it will no longer work unless you pay a fairly expensive monthly or yearly subscription. Pretty disappointing
Paid subscription now
Have used this app for years and paid a one time fee for accessories and now it’s updated and have to pay a pricey subscription fee. Will look for something else or just use an AI built calculator
Response from developer
Thanks for being a long-time user, and I’m sorry for the confusion. If you previously purchased the Accessories feature, you shouldn’t have to buy it again. Please tap the Restore Purchases button in the app, and your previous purchase should be restored automatically. If that doesn’t work, contact me through the app’s support page and I’ll be happy to help get it sorted out.
Best 5/3/1 app
Been using it since it came out. Has gotten better with each update.
5-3-1ness
The best app for anyone doing Jim's program. The recent additions with Ascending/Descending Sets and First Set Last were a nice addition to an already solid app. Do yourself a favor and buy Jims book Beyond 5-3-1.
Brilliant program and app and great customer service
I have been using and recommending this app and its program for the past 6+ years. Easy to use no more spreadsheets and having to count the app does everything for you. . As a coach myself I only use tools that I believe are efficient and effective. And this is one of them. And top notch customer service to boot! Thanks and stay strong
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Dead simple, get huge
Hit my ATH using this app. Sq: 395, b 275, dl: 430. Do the assistance workouts!
Awesome App
I have been a 531 user for years and this app keeps getting better. Developer responds quickly with any issues.
All good
Was worried because I have used this app for almost 10 years and a subscription popped up. Make sure to restore purchases if you have a lifetime sub
Wish I could choose plate availability
Edit: thank you dev for responding with the solution!!!! This option to change availability should def be added to the Calculation section of the main app settings, where it says “Round to available plates” for ease of locating!
Been using this app on and off for almost 10 years now. Was bummed to get back into it and see I needed to pay a monthly subscription to do everything I used to be able to do for free.
Main annoyance is that I wish I could customize the plate availability at my gym. We don’t have the 2.5lbs plates so I need to do less exact workouts. Not a huge deal but would be nice to not have to do that
Been using this app on and off for almost 10 years now. Was bummed to get back into it and see I needed to pay a monthly subscription to do everything I used to be able to do for free.
Main annoyance is that I wish I could customize the plate availability at my gym. We don’t have the 2.5lbs plates so I need to do less exact workouts. Not a huge deal but would be nice to not have to do that
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Response from developer
10 years, that means a lot, thank you! Good news on the plates: tap the settings (gear) icon on the Plate Calculator card and you can customize exactly which plates your gym has. Uncheck 2.5s and the calculator will round to whatever you actually have on hand.
Changed
No break timer. Less flexibility (cant start exercise 2-n without logging zero reps on exercise 1). No longer orange.
Best 531 out there.
I’ve used a handful of 531 apps over the years, but keep coming back to this one. The latest iteration is not only the best version of the app, but elevates it above all other 531 apps available, hands down. Super intuitive, helpful, and has a ton of free additional features that you have to pay for on other apps. Download this one. It’s well worth it.
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Response from developer
Thanks so much! Really glad the update landed well. Lots more planned.
Update
I had some issues regaining. Access to this app after it had gone to a subscription model. He has allowed legacy users the ability to retain access. Chris was extremely responsive with my questions and I’m happy to recommend this application and any vandersoft applications. Thanks Chris for all of your assistance.
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Response from developer
Thanks for having used the app for so many years — I really appreciate the long-time support. Your original purchase still entitles you to use the app. If anything isn’t working as expected after the update, please email support@vandersoft.co and I’ll be happy to help get it sorted out!
Great App - much appreciated update
I’ve been using this app since 2019, it does all the thinking for me in terms of sets, percentages and plate calculations. All I need to do is show up and do the work it tells me to do. New update is fantastic!
Used to be so good
Used this app for years and it was great. They recently changed to a paid subscription, fine and fair so I subscribed. Now every time I try to use the app it tells me I need to subscribe and pay… I am already. No way around the pay wall that I am paying to not be there.
Charging monthly?
I purchased the app years ago and now that you’ve changed to a monthly model you’re trying to get me to pay again, no sir. Honor your sale.
Great app!
I’ve been using Wendler Pro for about 5 years now. I’m 45yo, and my lifts have all increased. My 305 deadlift is now 485. My 135 bench is 225.
This app is far easier than pen and paper and constant math.
This app is far easier than pen and paper and constant math.
