# Starting Strength (Legacy) vs GZCL Method Workout Logger

The clearest difference is price: GZCL Method Workout Logger at Free against Starting Strength (Legacy)'s $14.99. GZCL Method Workout Logger also leads on update cadence (fortnightly vs every 5 weeks). Starting Strength (Legacy)'s advantage is review sentiment (83% vs 63%) and ratings volume (2.6K vs 232). On rating, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

GZCL Method Workout Logger is free to download; Starting Strength (Legacy) costs $14.99 up front. Starting Strength (Legacy) sells 8 in-app purchases, starting at $19.99 per 3 months and GZCL Method Workout Logger sells 2 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.8 for Starting Strength (Legacy) against 4.7 for GZCL Method Workout Logger. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Starting Strength (Legacy) has 2.6K ratings behind it against 232, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 83% of Starting Strength (Legacy)'s written reviews are positive against 63% of GZCL Method Workout Logger's.

Starting Strength (Legacy) ships an update every 5 weeks, GZCL Method Workout Logger fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on October 26, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Starting Strength (Legacy) | GZCL Method Workout Logger |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | $14.99 | **Free** |
| Rating | **[4.8 (2.6K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/starting-strength-legacy/id1008697836/reviews)** | [4.7 (232 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gzcl-method-workout-logger/id1517032809/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **2.6K** | 232 |
| Positive reviews | **82.9% of reviews** | 63.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 5 weeks | **Fortnightly** |
| Monetization | Paid | **Free with in-app purchases** |
| Size | 239 MB | 50 MB |
| Requires iOS | 13.0 | 13.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 17+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Shabu Pty Ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/1008697835) | [Strongomatic, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1437949460) |

## What reviewers say

### Starting Strength (Legacy)

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/starting-strength-legacy/id1008697836)

This app guides beginners through a proven strength training program with detailed instructions, video demonstrations, and interactive logging. It simplifies tracking progress and calculating weights for exercises like squats, presses, and deadlifts.

**Highlights:** Beginner barbell exercise instructions, Novice strength training program guidance, Interactive workout logging, Warmup and workset weight calculator, Exercise video and photo instructions, Cloud sync for training data, Customizable progression

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (8)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 3 Months Pro | $19.99 | per 3 months |
| Pro Quaterly | $19.99 | per 3 months |
| Annual Pro | $39.99 | per year |
| Single Form Check | $24.99 | one-time |
| Unlock Pro Forever | $59.99 | one-time |
| 3 x Form Checks | $69.99 | one-time |
| 10 Form Checks | $209.99 | one-time |
| 20 x Form Checks | $399.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Easy to use
- 🚀 Helpful for tracking progress
- 💡 Includes book excerpts and videos
- 🔒 Stable and reliable
- 🚀 Calculates warmup sets and plate loading

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Buggy and crashes frequently
- 🐛 Glitchy graphics and UI issues
- 🔒 Lacks customization options
- 🔒 Limited to the novice linear progression program
- 🔒 No ability to modify exercises or programming

**Reported bugs**

- Frequent crashes and freezes
- Issues with timer functionality
- Problems with weight and plate tracking
- Incompatibility with newer iOS versions
- Bugs when switching between exercises

**Requested features**

- Add ability to modify exercises and programming
- Implement advanced programming options beyond novice linear progression
- Improve stability and reduce crashes
- Add Apple Health integration
- Enhance UI and user experience


### GZCL Method Workout Logger

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gzcl-method-workout-logger/id1517032809)

This workout tracker simplifies strength training by automating calculations and progressions for popular GZCL programs. It eliminates the need for spreadsheets, providing a clear interface to log workouts, track stats, and focus on getting stronger.

**Highlights:** Preloaded GZCL programs, Automated progressions, Simple interface, Post workout stats, Exercise images, Support for Imperial/metric units, Rest timer

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| GZCL Pro Version | Free | one-time |
| Pro Version | $9.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Straightforward and simple
- 💪 Easy to make gains
- ✨ Clean user interface
- ⚙️ Highly customizable
- ✅ Better than spreadsheets/other apps

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Doesn't handle progressions/failures
- 🚫 Can't change to kg/units
- 📉 Missing essential features
- ⏳ No maintenance/updates
- 🤷 Missing functionality listed

**Reported bugs**

- Doesn't naturally progress weights
- Doesn't change sets/reps on failure
- Can't change to kg
- Settings menu for units doesn't work
- Progressions don't work

**Requested features**

- Reset everything to defaults
- Alarm to play even if app is closed
- Options to vary plans (heavy vs. cardio)
- Add TM functionality
- Easier exercise substitution options


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Starting Strength (Legacy) free?

Starting Strength (Legacy) costs $14.99, and also offers in-app purchases.

### Is GZCL Method Workout Logger free?

GZCL Method Workout Logger is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Starting Strength (Legacy) or GZCL Method Workout Logger?

Starting Strength (Legacy) is rated higher. Starting Strength (Legacy) averages 4.8 out of 5 from 2.6K ratings, while GZCL Method Workout Logger averages 4.7 from 232 ratings.

### Do Starting Strength (Legacy) or GZCL Method Workout Logger have ads?

Neither Starting Strength (Legacy) nor GZCL Method Workout Logger shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Starting Strength (Legacy) or GZCL Method Workout Logger?

Starting Strength (Legacy) ships an update every 5 weeks, and GZCL Method Workout Logger fortnightly. Most recently, Starting Strength (Legacy) was updated on October 26, 2026 and GZCL Method Workout Logger on October 24, 2026.

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