# Setgraph vs MacroFactor Workouts

The clearest difference is monetization model: Setgraph at free with in-app purchases against MacroFactor Workouts's subscription. Setgraph also leads on iOS requirement (16.4 vs 18.0). MacroFactor Workouts's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and chart position (#133 vs unranked). On price, rating, review sentiment and ratings volume there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Setgraph sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month and MacroFactor Workouts sells 7 in-app purchases, starting at $11.99 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 — 4.7 for Setgraph against 4.8 for MacroFactor Workouts. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 6.1K and 4.4K respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 66% of Setgraph's written reviews are positive against 74% of MacroFactor Workouts's.

Setgraph ships an update every 3 weeks, MacroFactor Workouts every 10 days. The most recent releases landed on September 22, 2026 and September 24, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Setgraph | MacroFactor Workouts |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.7 (6.1K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/setgraph-gym-workout-tracker/id1209781676/reviews) | **[4.8 (4.4K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/macrofactor-workouts-tracker/id6737156524/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **6.1K** | 4.4K |
| Positive reviews | 66.5% of reviews | **74.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | **Every 10 days** |
| Monetization | **Free with in-app purchases** | Subscription |
| Best chart rank | — | **#133** |
| Size | 329 MB | 298 MB |
| Requires iOS | **16.4** | 18.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, Apple Watch | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 9+ |
| Developer | [Setgraph LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1209781675) | [Stronger By Science Technologies LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1553503473) |

## What reviewers say

### Setgraph

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/setgraph-gym-workout-tracker/id1209781676)

This app helps users plan and track their weightlifting workouts, focusing on progressive overload and personalized strength training. It offers fast logging, detailed analytics, and customization options to help users achieve their fitness goals.

**Highlights:** Fast and simple workout logging, Personalized workout plans, Powerful exercise organization, Advanced customization options, In-depth exercise analytics, Apple Watch and Health integration

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

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Pro Membership (Monthly) | $4.99 | per month |
| Pro Membership | $29.99 | per year |
| Lifetime Pro Membership | $199.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Easy to use
- 🚀 Convenient workout tracking
- 📈 Helpful progress tracking and analytics
- ⏱️ Useful rest timers
- 💻 Clean and intuitive interface

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 Subscription-based model with limited free features
- 🐛 Occasional bugs and crashes
- 🔀 Difficulty organizing exercises and workouts
- 📊 Limited data visualization and analysis options
- 🕰️ Lack of integration with external fitness apps/devices

**Reported bugs**

- Workouts and data being lost or deleted unexpectedly
- Issues with syncing between iOS and Apple Watch app
- Inconsistent behavior when adding or editing exercises

**Requested features**

- Add support for cardio exercises and tracking
- Implement superset and drop set functionality
- Allow customization of exercise names and workout folders
- Provide a calendar view to easily review past workouts
- Add the ability to attach photos/videos to exercises


### MacroFactor Workouts

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/macrofactor-workouts-tracker/id6737156524)

**Currently charting:** #133 Top Grossing · Health & Fitness (US App Store)

This app offers science-based, personalized workout routines and an intuitive tracker for strength training. It automatically adjusts your plan based on progress and allows for custom routines, home gym setups, and detailed progress monitoring.

**Highlights:** Personalized workout routines, Intuitive workout tracker, Automatic progression adjustments, Home gym equipment customization, Progress charts and data insights, Exercise technique videos, Plate and PR calculators

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

**In-app purchases (7)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly Subscription | $11.99 | per month |
| Monthly Subscription | $11.99 | per month |
| Semiannual Subscription | $47.99 | per 6 months |
| Semiannual Subscription | $47.99 | per 6 months |
| Annual Subscription | $71.99 | per year |
| Annual Subscription | $71.99 | per year |
| Annual Subscription Bundle | $89.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Setgraph free?

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

### Is MacroFactor Workouts free?

MacroFactor Workouts is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Setgraph or MacroFactor Workouts?

MacroFactor Workouts is rated higher. Setgraph averages 4.7 out of 5 from 6.1K ratings, while MacroFactor Workouts averages 4.8 from 4.4K ratings.

### Do Setgraph or MacroFactor Workouts have ads?

Setgraph shows ads; MacroFactor Workouts does not.

### Which is updated more often, Setgraph or MacroFactor Workouts?

Setgraph ships an update every 3 weeks, and MacroFactor Workouts every 10 days. Most recently, Setgraph was updated on September 22, 2026 and MacroFactor Workouts on September 24, 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.*