Comparison

Progression vs PumpX

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

Head to head
About

Progression

This app helps you track your fitness progress with a minimalist and fast interface. It automatically adjusts your weight and reps to help you break through plateaus and see results. Enjoy a clean design with no ads and deep iOS integration.

Highlights
  • One-tap logging
  • Automatic progression adjustments
  • Plateau recognition
  • Detailed stats and charts
  • Clean, ad-free interface
  • iOS exclusive features (Widgets, Dynamic Island)
Features
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MOTIVATION ISN'T A TRAINING STRATEGY. If you're serious about getting stronger, you measure it. Progression turns every set into data that makes you stronger – logged in seconds, clearly visualized, no clutter. Motivation gets you training. Data gets you further. Most people stall because they train blind – no plan, no numbers, no idea what they did last time. Progression remembers every set for you and shows you exactly when it's time to add weight. How it works: • Build your own training plan – or pick a program • Log every set in seconds • Get automatic suggestions for when to increase the weight • Track your progress in clear charts Everything you need: • Templates for recurring workouts • Built-in rest timer • Full training history & personal records PROGRESSION PRO The core features are free for your first workouts – just get started. With Pro, you get the most out of your training: • Unlimited training plans & workouts • All long-term charts & statistics You can start a free trial before any charge. Cancel anytime. Stop guessing. Start measuring. Questions or feedback? Reach out anytime: martin@devpie.de Terms of Use & Privacy: https://devpie.de/legal.html

About

PumpX

This app helps you meticulously track your weightlifting progress, including sets, reps, and volume, to train with purpose and achieve results faster. It offers smart analytics, custom workout creation, and body measurement tracking to visualize your gains and stay motivated.

Highlights
  • Log sets, reps, and weights
  • Visualize progress with charts
  • Track total volume and 1RM
  • Create custom workouts
  • Log body measurements
  • Leaderboards and PR tracking
Features
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Lifting heavier feels great, but real progress comes from tracking the details. Keeping an eye on your sets, reps, and volume helps you train with purpose and see results faster. Make every workout count - start tracking now! PumpX is fully customizable, you are not required to use our PRO workout plans - create your own plan, add exercises, and follow it. Even if you go with the PRO plan you will be able to delete or add exercises as you need. Some apps overcomplicate things with unnecessary extras. PumpX keeps it straightforward - helping you log your workouts, track your progress, and stay consistent with ease. Track Every Lift, Every Time PumpX gives you a simple, clean interface to log sets, reps, and weights with minimal effort. You can track your workouts quickly and get back to what really matters—training hard. Whether it’s a full strength session or a quick gym visit, everything you need is right there when you need it. Visualize Your Progress with Smart Analytics Seeing your progress is one of the best motivators. PumpX provides clear charts and analytics that help you understand how your training evolves. You’ll know which exercises are improving, which muscle groups need more attention, and when you’re hitting a plateau. It’s not about guesswork—it’s about data that actually helps you get better. Track Your Total Volume, 1 Rep Max and Max Weights For those who care about the numbers, PumpX track these useful metrics. This gives you a deeper understanding of your workload and how it impacts your strength and hypertrophy goals. It's the perfect tool for progressive overload enthusiasts who want to see tangible improvements. Custom Workouts That Fit Your Style Not every lifter follows the same plan. PumpX lets you create your own exercises and build custom workouts that fit your routine. Prefer upper-lower splits? Push-pull-legs? Your training style, your rules. Log your lifts in pounds (lbs) or kilos (kg) — whichever you prefer! Body Measurements Tracking Made Simple Visual changes are often the reason we train, but progress can be hard to notice day-to-day. PumpX helps you track key body measurements, so you can see how your hard work in the gym translates into real results over time. You'll also find simple guides for accurate progress tracking. Stay Motivated with Leaderboards and PRs Tracking personal bests is one thing. Seeing how you rank and watching your numbers climb is another. PumpX includes leaderboards and personal record tracking to keep you motivated and focused on hitting new milestones. Simple. Effective. No Coaching Required While PumpX offers curated workout plans, its core focus is on tracking and analytics. You’re in control of your training. No pushy coaching features, no unnecessary distractions—just clean, effective tools to help you get stronger. Why Lifters Choose PumpX? - Focused on weightlifting tracking, not generic fitness fluff - Visual progress through charts and analytics - Customizable workouts and exercise creation - Tonnage, volume, and body measurement tracking - Perfect for strength enthusiasts and serious gym-goers Download our app today and start tracking your workouts the smart way. See your progress, stay motivated, and take your lifting to the next level. Every rep counts - make yours count more! --- PumpX will automatically charge your Account at the end of your subscription unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of your current period. Subscriptions renew at the original price. You can turn off auto-renew at any time and still receive full functionality until the end of your current period, but no refund can be provided for unused portions. In-app purchases can be shared using Family Sharing. PumpX Terms of Service - https://pumpx.app/terms-and-conditions PumpX Privacy Policy - https://pumpx.app/privacy-policy

Screenshots

Progression4 screens
PumpX4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: Progression at none against PumpX's shown. Progression also leads on ratings volume (161 vs 41). PumpX's advantage is review sentiment (76% vs 61%) and device support (3 vs 1). On price, rating, update cadence and in-app purchases 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. Progression sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per 7 days and PumpX sells 32 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.5 for Progression against 4.6 for PumpX. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 161 and 41 respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 61% of Progression's written reviews are positive against 76% of PumpX's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Progression ships an update every 9 days, PumpX every 8 days. The most recent releases landed on October 21, 2026 and October 19, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
Progression versus PumpX: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterProgressionPumpX
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.5 (161 ratings)4.6 (41 ratings) — better
Positive reviews61.1% of reviews76.5% of reviews — better
Number of ratings161 — better41
Update frequencyEvery 9 daysEvery 8 days — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS17.615.6 — better
Further details — not scored
Size38 MB188 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperMartin PietrowskiPumpX Fitness LLC

Customer experience

Progression

All ratings161 ratings
Positive86.3%
Neutral4.3%
Negative9.3%
Written reviews18 reviews
Positive61.1%
Neutral5.6%
Negative33.3%

PumpX

All ratings41 ratings
Positive90.2%
Neutral0.0%
Negative9.8%
Written reviews17 reviews
Positive76.5%
Neutral0.0%
Negative23.5%

In-app purchases

5 purchases

Progression

Subscriptions3
  • PRO$6.997 Days
  • PRO7 Days trial$12.991 Month
  • PRO1 Month trial$79.991 Year
One-time2
  • Free Unlimited WorkoutsFree
  • PRO$99.99
32 purchases

PumpX

Subscriptions22
  • PumpX Monthly (Founders)$4.991 Month
  • Nik Beginners Plan 1 month$4.991 Month
  • Sophia Dumbbells 1 month$4.991 Month
Show 19 more
  • Bianca Foundation 1 month$4.991 Month
  • Kozeev Muscle Monthly Plan$9.991 Month
  • Jay Brockpahler Plan$9.991 Month
  • 1-Month Subscription$9.991 Month
  • Sophia's Weight Loss Plan$9.991 Month
  • Bianca Vivaqua Foundations$14.991 Month
  • PumpX Annual (Founders)3 Days trial$14.991 Year
  • Bianca Vivaqua Weight Loss$14.991 Month
  • Nik PowerFit Monthly$14.991 Month
  • 1-Year Subscription3 Days trial$29.991 Year
  • Nik Powerfit Beginners$29.991 Year
  • Bianca Foundation 1 year$29.991 Year
  • Sophia Dumbbells 1 Year$29.991 Year
  • Alex Kozeev Muscle Yearly Plan$59.991 Year
  • Jay Brockpahler Yearly Plan$59.991 Year
  • Sophia Weight Loss Plan 1 Year$59.991 Year
  • Bianca Vivaqua Yearly Plan$89.991 Year
  • Bianca Vivaqua Weight Loss$89.991 Year
  • Nik PowerFit Plan Annual Plan$89.991 Year
One-time10
  • Monster Mass from Alex Kozeev$9.99
  • Nik's PowerFit Dumbbells: Beg$9.99
  • Sophia's Home Wrk: Dumbbells$9.99
Show 7 more
  • JBFit Full Body Pump$9.99
  • Sophia's Home Wrk: Dumbbells 2$12.99
  • Nik's PowerFit Dumbbells: Adv$14.99
  • Bianca's L2: Women Muscle Gain$29.99
  • Bianca Vivaqua Foundations$29.99
  • Bianca's L2: Women Weight Loss$29.99
  • PRO PumpX for Life$99.99

Questions

Is Progression free?
Progression is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is PumpX free?
PumpX is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Progression or PumpX?
PumpX is rated higher. Progression averages 4.5 out of 5 from 161 ratings, while PumpX averages 4.6 from 41 ratings.
Do Progression or PumpX have ads?
PumpX shows ads; Progression does not.
Which is updated more often, Progression or PumpX?
Progression ships an update every 9 days, and PumpX every 8 days. Most recently, Progression was updated on October 21, 2026 and PumpX on October 19, 2026.

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