# Sheiko Log vs PDC Performance

The clearest difference is update cadence: PDC Performance at every 2 days against Sheiko Log's every 5 weeks. PDC Performance also leads on review sentiment (60% vs 33%). Sheiko Log's advantage is monetization model (free vs free with in-app purchases) and iOS requirement (9.0 vs 15). On price, rating, ratings volume and ads there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Sheiko Log sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and PDC Performance sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.3 for Sheiko Log against 4.3 for PDC Performance. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 20 and 9 respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 33% of Sheiko Log's written reviews are positive against 60% of PDC Performance's.

Sheiko Log ships an update every 5 weeks, PDC Performance every 2 days. The most recent releases landed on October 17, 2026 and October 6, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Sheiko Log | PDC Performance |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.3 (20 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sheiko-log-weight-lifting-tracker/id1199057601/reviews) | [4.3 (9 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pdc-performance/id6449514224/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **20** | 9 |
| Positive reviews | 33.3% of reviews | **60.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 5 weeks | **Every 2 days** |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 63 MB | 163 MB |
| Requires iOS | **9.0** | 15 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Charles Vanderhoff](https://appshunter.io/developer/950621709) | [Faysal Al-Zand](https://appshunter.io/developer/1689521692) |

## What reviewers say

### Sheiko Log

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sheiko-log-weight-lifting-tracker/id1199057601)

This app simplifies weightlifting training by replacing spreadsheets with a dedicated log. It includes various Sheiko routines, a plate calculator, and cloud backup for your lifting data. Track your progress and manage training cycles efficiently.

**Highlights:** Sheiko routine library, Plate calculator, Cloud backup and sync, Customizable training cycles, Volume tracking over time

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Sheiko Pro | $5.99 | one-time |


### PDC Performance

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pdc-performance/id6449514224)

This app synchronizes video with performance data from a Bluetooth clip to analyze your lifts. It provides detailed metrics, helps improve technique with video comparison, and is designed for powerlifters and coaches. Track progress, assess competition standards, and store your training data.

**Highlights:** Video-performance synchronization, Automatic rep and lift phase detection, Detailed performance metrics (velocity, range of motion), Side-by-side video comparison tool, Custom depth and height targets with audio cues, Competition standard assessment, 10 minutes of free video storage

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium Monthly Subscription | $2.99 | per month |
| Premium Monthly Subscription | $4.99 | per month |
| Premium for Lifetime | $24.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Sheiko Log free?

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

### Is PDC Performance free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Sheiko Log or PDC Performance?

Sheiko Log and PDC Performance are both rated 4.3 out of 5 on the App Store, from 20 and 9 ratings respectively.

### Do Sheiko Log or PDC Performance have ads?

Neither Sheiko Log nor PDC Performance shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Sheiko Log or PDC Performance?

Sheiko Log ships an update every 5 weeks, and PDC Performance every 2 days. Most recently, Sheiko Log was updated on October 17, 2026 and PDC Performance on October 6, 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.*
