Progression vs Body Frames
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
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.
- One-tap logging
- Automatic progression adjustments
- Plateau recognition
- Detailed stats and charts
- Clean, ad-free interface
- iOS exclusive features (Widgets, Dynamic Island)
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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
Body Frames
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Body Frames is a private journal for tracking how your body changes over time — without shame, streaks, or social pressure. Frame by frame — show up, don't tear yourself down. WHAT YOU CAN DO • Log body photos with camera or library import • Compare before/after with slider or side-by-side views • Pinch-to-zoom progress timeline (years → days) • Sync weight, body fat, and lean mass from Apple Health • Share progress images when you choose • Home Screen widgets for weight and photo count PRIVATE BY DESIGN • Photos and journal data stay on your device • No accounts, no ads, no third-party analytics • Apple Health reads fitness metrics only — not clinical records OPTIONAL SUPPORT Body Frames is free with every feature unlocked. Requires iPhone with iOS 17 or later.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Body Frames at none against Progression's 5. Body Frames also leads on update cadence (daily vs weekly). On price, ads, device support and iOS requirement 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
Both are free to download. Progression sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per 7 days. Body Frames asks for nothing beyond the download.
Progression ships an update weekly, Body Frames daily. The most recent releases landed on October 1, 2026 and September 29, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Progression | Body Frames |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.5 (160 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 58.8% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 160 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Weekly | Daily — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | — |
| Devices | iPhone | iPhone, iPad — better |
| Requires iOS | 17.6 | 17.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 37 MB | 3 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Martin Pietrowski | Hyun Chan Jang |
In-app purchases
Progression
- PRO$6.997 Days
- PRO7 Days trial$12.991 Month
- PRO1 Month trial$79.991 Year
- Free Unlimited WorkoutsFree
- PRO$99.99
Body Frames
No in-app purchases
Questions
Is Progression free?
Is Body Frames free?
Do Progression or Body Frames have ads?
Which is updated more often, Progression or Body Frames?
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