# Workout Builder vs Programme

The clearest difference is rating: Workout Builder at 4.6 against Programme's 3.6. Workout Builder also leads on ratings volume (2.7K vs 11). Programme's advantage is review sentiment (88% vs 46%) and iOS requirement (12.0 vs 16.6). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Workout Builder sells 11 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month and Programme sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $19.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Workout Builder holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 3.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Workout Builder has 2.7K ratings behind it against 11, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 46% of Workout Builder's written reviews are positive against 88% of Programme's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

Workout Builder ships an update every 2 weeks, Programme every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 18, 2026 and October 2, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Workout Builder | Programme |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.6 (2.7K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/workout-builder-gym-life/id1039370458/reviews)** | [3.6 (11 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/programme-workout-plans/id1554594236/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **2.7K** | 11 |
| Positive reviews | 46.0% of reviews | **87.5% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 2 weeks** | Every 3 weeks |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 146 MB | 28 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.6 | **12.0** |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch** | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | +4 | 4+ |
| Developer | [Nicola Eusebi](https://appshunter.io/developer/737311863) | [Programme001](https://appshunter.io/developer/1548518191) |

## What reviewers say

### Workout Builder

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/workout-builder-gym-life/id1039370458)

Easily plan and track your fitness routines with over 400 exercises and clear instructions. Monitor your progress with simple stats and charts, and stay organized with a clean training diary. Supports gym, outdoor activities, and Apple Watch integration.

**Highlights:** Workout planning and tracking, 400+ exercises with instructions, Progress monitoring with stats and charts, Running and cycling tracking, Apple Watch integration, Customizable routines

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Apple Watch app, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (11)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| GymLife Elite Monthly 3 Months Trial | $4.99 | per month |
| Gym Life Elite Monthly | $9.99 | per month |
| Gym Life Elite Monthly | $9.99 | per month |
| Gym Life Elite Monthly | $12.99 | per month |
| Gymlife Elite Yearly | $39.99 | per year |
| Gym Life Elite Yearly | $59.99 | per year |
| Gym Life Elite Yearly | $59.99 | per year |
| Gym Life Elite Yearly | $79.99 | per year |
| Transformation Program(6 days) | $2.99 | one-time |
| Fat Burning Circuit:Lose Fat | $2.99 | one-time |
| Toning for Beginners | $2.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Free app
- 👍 Helpful for tracking workouts
- 👍 Good choice of exercises
- 👍 Customizable workouts
- 👍 Apple Watch integration

**What reviewers complain about**

- ❌ Requires subscription for full functionality
- 🐛 Crashes and bugs
- 🔒 Difficulty accessing account/password recovery
- 💰 Expensive subscription
- 🤔 Limited free version

**Reported bugs**

- Inability to save workouts
- Inconsistent data tracking
- Syncing issues between app and Apple Watch
- Login and account problems

**Requested features**

- Add ability to edit workouts during a session
- Improve Apple Watch integration (e.g., better notifications, syncing)
- Add more exercise options and categories
- Improve data visualization and analytics
- Allow syncing across devices


### Programme

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/programme-workout-plans/id1554594236)

This app creates personalized strength training plans that adapt to your progress, equipment, and lifestyle. It offers over 1000 exercises and allows for exercise swaps and intensity adjustments. Get optimized results with workouts designed for home, gym, or travel.

**Highlights:** Personalized workout plans, Adaptive training based on progress, Supports home, gym, and travel environments, 1000+ exercise database, Exercise swapping and intensity adjustment, Learns user preferences

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly Advanced Subscription | $19.99 | per month |
| Annual Advanced+ Membership | $119.99 | per year |
| Monthly Apex Membership | $150.00 | per month |
| Annual Apex Membership | $999.00 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Workout Builder free?

Workout Builder is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Programme free?

Programme is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Workout Builder or Programme?

Workout Builder is rated higher. Workout Builder averages 4.6 out of 5 from 2.7K ratings, while Programme averages 3.6 from 11 ratings.

### Do Workout Builder or Programme have ads?

Neither Workout Builder nor Programme shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Workout Builder or Programme?

Workout Builder ships an update every 2 weeks, and Programme every 3 weeks. Most recently, Workout Builder was updated on October 18, 2026 and Programme on October 2, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*