# 5/3/1 Workout logger vs GZCL Method Workout Logger

The clearest difference is ratings volume: 5/3/1 Workout logger at 3.2K against GZCL Method Workout Logger's 232. 5/3/1 Workout logger also leads on review sentiment (75% vs 63%). GZCL Method Workout Logger's advantage is update cadence (fortnightly vs every 5 weeks). On price, rating, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. 5/3/1 Workout logger sells 3 one-off in-app purchases 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 5/3/1 Workout logger against 4.7 for GZCL Method Workout Logger. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: 5/3/1 Workout logger has 3.2K ratings behind it against 232, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 75% of 5/3/1 Workout logger's written reviews are positive against 63% of GZCL Method Workout Logger's.

5/3/1 Workout logger ships an update every 5 weeks, GZCL Method Workout Logger fortnightly. Both last shipped on October 24, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | 5/3/1 Workout logger | GZCL Method Workout Logger |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.8 (3.2K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/531-workout-logger-531/id1114435690/reviews)** | [4.7 (232 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gzcl-method-workout-logger/id1517032809/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **3.2K** | 232 |
| Positive reviews | **75.2% of reviews** | 63.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 5 weeks | **Fortnightly** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 22 MB | 50 MB |
| Requires iOS | **12.0** | 13.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPod, Apple Watch** | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Seetha Thangarasa](https://appshunter.io/developer/1114435689) | [Strongomatic, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1437949460) |

## What reviewers say

### 5/3/1 Workout logger

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/531-workout-logger-531/id1114435690)

This app helps lifters plan, log, and track their Jim Wendler 5/3/1 and Beyond 5/3/1 cycles. It automates complex calculations for weight and reps, tracks progress with charts, and includes features like a plate calculator and rest timer. Focus on your lifts without the guesswork.

**Highlights:** Automated 5/3/1 cycle management, Weight and rep calculation, Progress tracking charts, Plate calculator (plate math), Rest timer, Supports major 5/3/1 templates

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

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Assistance workouts | $3.99 | one-time |
| Apple Watch support | $3.99 | one-time |
| 5/3/1 pro | $9.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Organized and logical layout
- 🚀 Automatically adjusts 1RM based on performance
- 💪 Helps achieve strength gains
- 🔒 Respects user privacy
- 👍 Customizable and flexible

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Miscalculates weights and reps
- 🐛 App crashes or resets during workouts
- 🐛 Difficulty adjusting training maxes
- 🐛 Inability to skip workouts
- 🐛 Accessory exercises not fully customizable

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes when adding accessory exercises
- Weights not calculated correctly for main lifts
- Workout data not saving properly
- Apple Watch app not functioning as expected

**Requested features**

- Add more assistance exercise options
- Allow resetting of cycles and training maxes
- Improve Apple Watch integration and sync
- Add ability to view and edit past workout notes
- Implement more 5/3/1 program variations


### 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 5/3/1 Workout logger free?

5/3/1 Workout logger is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is GZCL Method Workout Logger free?

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

### Which has better reviews, 5/3/1 Workout logger or GZCL Method Workout Logger?

5/3/1 Workout logger is rated higher. 5/3/1 Workout logger averages 4.8 out of 5 from 3.2K ratings, while GZCL Method Workout Logger averages 4.7 from 232 ratings.

### Do 5/3/1 Workout logger or GZCL Method Workout Logger have ads?

Neither 5/3/1 Workout logger nor GZCL Method Workout Logger shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, 5/3/1 Workout logger or GZCL Method Workout Logger?

5/3/1 Workout logger ships an update every 5 weeks, and GZCL Method Workout Logger fortnightly. Most recently, 5/3/1 Workout logger was updated on October 24, 2026 and GZCL Method Workout Logger on October 24, 2026.

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