Comparison

531 Strength vs My 1 Rep Max

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

531 Strength

This app simplifies tracking your progress on the 5/3/1 strength training program. It calculates and displays weights, reps, and sets based on your one-rep max, allowing you to easily plan and execute your workouts. Rounding options help match available gym plates.

Highlights
  • Calculate 5/3/1 weights
  • Track 1RM for exercises
  • View cycle step weights
  • Round weights to available plates
  • Full overview of weights, reps, sets
Features
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Makes it quick and easy to get a full overview of all weights, reps and sets based off your 1RM when you’re following the 5/3/1 program. - Save your current 1 RM for each of the four exercises - View calculated weights for each step in the cycle - Round the weight to match the plates you have available This app is made for people who are familiar with the structure of the 5/3/1 program and who needs simple access to the calculated weights for each exercise.

About

My 1 Rep Max

Estimate your one rep max weight for various lifts using popular formulas. Track your progress over time with a built-in logbook. Offers custom lift creation and extended repetition calculations with a premium upgrade.

Highlights
  • 1 Rep Max calculator
  • Logbook for progress tracking
  • Multiple popular formulas
  • Custom lift creation (Premium)
  • Extended repetition calculations (Premium)
Features
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Know your strength. Track your progress. Get stronger. My 1 Rep Max is a powerful yet easy-to-use one-rep max (1RM) calculator and strength tracker designed to help you train smarter, measure your progress, and reach new personal records. Whether you're working toward a bigger bench press, a stronger squat, or a new deadlift PR, My 1 Rep Max gives you the tools to understand your strength and keep improving. CALCULATE YOUR STRENGTH • Calculate your 1RM using seven established strength formulas • Explore training weights based on percentages of your estimated max • See your estimated rep maxes for 1–10 repetitions • Work in pounds or kilograms TRACK YOUR PROGRESS Every lift tells part of your story. Save your workouts and build a lasting record of your strength. • Log your lifts and review your training history • Identify personal records and all-time highs • Pin your favorite lifts for quick access • Share your strength achievements TAKE YOUR TRAINING FURTHER WITH PREMIUM Unlock powerful tools to get more from every workout. • Progress Charts — Visualize your strength gains over time with interactive charts • Plate Calculator — Quickly figure out which plates to load on your barbell so you can focus on lifting • RPE Tracking — Record how hard your sets feel and incorporate effort into your strength estimates • Custom Exercises — Track the lifts that matter most to you • Extended Calculations — Estimate your 1RM from sets of more than 10 repetitions ONE-TIME PURCHASE. NO SUBSCRIPTION. Unlock all Premium features with a single purchase. No recurring fees. Whether you're checking your numbers between sets or tracking months of progress, My 1 Rep Max makes it easy to see how far you've come—and how much stronger you can become. A NOTE ABOUT SAFETY One-rep max calculations are estimates. Accuracy can vary based on training experience, technique, fatigue, and individual physiology. Attempting a true one-rep maximum involves risk. Always use appropriate safety equipment, have a qualified spotter when necessary, and never attempt a weight you aren't prepared to lift safely.

Screenshots

531 Strength4 screens
My 1 Rep Max4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: 531 Strength at 94% against My 1 Rep Max's 57%. 531 Strength also leads on rating (4.9 vs 4.4) and ratings volume (12K vs 119). My 1 Rep Max's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (every 10 days vs every 2 months). On price, in-app purchases, monetization model and device support there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. 531 Strength sells 4 one-off in-app purchases and My 1 Rep Max sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

531 Strength holds the better App Store score, 4.9 against 4.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: 531 Strength has 12K ratings behind it against 119, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 94% of 531 Strength's written reviews are positive against 57% of My 1 Rep Max's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

531 Strength ships an update every 2 months, My 1 Rep Max every 10 days. The most recent releases landed on November 10, 2026 and November 6, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
531 Strength versus My 1 Rep Max: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
Parameter531 StrengthMy 1 Rep Max
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.9 (12K ratings) — better4.4 (119 ratings)
Positive reviews94.0% of reviews — better57.1% of reviews
Number of ratings12K — better119
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsEvery 10 days — better
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad — betteriPhone
Requires iOS18.0 — better18.6
Further details — not scored
Size26 MB23 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperHenrik JachobsenJames T. Constant

Customer experience

531 Strength

All ratings11,645 ratings
Positive98.0%
Neutral1.2%
Negative0.8%
Written reviews282 reviews
Positive94.0%
Neutral2.8%
Negative3.2%

My 1 Rep Max

All ratings119 ratings
Positive82.4%
Neutral7.6%
Negative10.1%
Written reviews14 reviews
Positive57.1%
Neutral14.3%
Negative28.6%

Bugs and requests

531 Strength

Reported bugs

2 issues
  • Rest timer stops when app is backgrounded
  • Plate calculator not flexible enough

Requested features

4 requests
  • Ability to adjust training max separately from 1RM
  • Option to track rep PRs and estimated 1RM
  • Accessory exercise tracking and planning
  • Sync progress across devices

My 1 Rep Max

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

4 purchases

531 Strength

One-time4
  • Additional exercises$1.99
  • Adjustable set$1.99
  • Plate calculator$1.99
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  • Progress log$6.99
1 purchases

My 1 Rep Max

One-time1
  • My 1 Rep Max Premium$7.99

Questions

Is 531 Strength free?
531 Strength is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is My 1 Rep Max free?
My 1 Rep Max is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, 531 Strength or My 1 Rep Max?
531 Strength is rated higher. 531 Strength averages 4.9 out of 5 from 12K ratings, while My 1 Rep Max averages 4.4 from 119 ratings.
Do 531 Strength or My 1 Rep Max have ads?
531 Strength shows ads; My 1 Rep Max does not.
Which is updated more often, 531 Strength or My 1 Rep Max?
531 Strength ships an update every 2 months, and My 1 Rep Max every 10 days. Most recently, 531 Strength was updated on November 10, 2026 and My 1 Rep Max on November 6, 2026.

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