Comparison

Training App (MyStrengthBook) vs Platform Manager

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

Head to head
About

Training App (MyStrengthBook)

This app connects you with your coach to receive personalized training programs. Track your progress, perfect your technique with demo videos, and monitor your fitness data all in one place. Optimize your workouts and achieve your fitness goals.

Highlights
  • Connect with your coach
  • Receive personalized training programs
  • Track workout progress
  • Watch exercise demo videos
  • Upload videos for coach feedback
  • Sync with HealthKit
Features
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Optimize your fitness outcomes using the most complete Training App in the world. 1) Connect with your coach on PULL by MyStrengthBook If your coach uses the MyStrengthBook coaching platform, they can deliver your training programs through the mobile app. You need to be invited to their account to gain access to the app with this product. 2) Subscribe to a Training App from a coach using PUSH by MyStrengthBook By visiting any of our partner's marketing sites you can subscribe to their training app and gain unlimited access to their training programs and community of lifters Features to highlight include - Know exactly what weight to put on the bar for optimal training (%1RM / RPE) - Upload videos and share them directly with your coach to streamline athlete check-ins. - Keep track of your actual results directly in the app - Watch exercise demo videos directly in the app to perfect your lifting technique - Automatically track all your training metrics to ensure you are progressing toward your goal - Mark sets off as complete as you progress through your workout to stay organized. - Sync your account with HealthKit to track all your health and fitness data in one place including nutrition, steps and bodyweight. - and much more…

About

Platform Manager

Features
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Platform Manager — Training and Meet Management for Powerlifters Whether you're chasing a new PR or prepping for your next meet Platform Manager keeps everything in one place. Training Log Log every set with real weight, reps, and RPE. Track estimated 1-rep max over time with built-in charts for squat, bench, and deadlift. Add session notes and body weight so your training history tells the whole story — not just the numbers. Attempt Planner Plan your openers, second, and third attempts before you ever step on the platform. Weights display in both kg and lb, so there's no last-minute math on meet day. Meets Discover upcoming meets, save the ones you're attending, and pull up the full roster before you compete. On meet day, follow live platform-by-platform lifting order, upcoming lifters, and attempts in real time. Federation Cards Keep your USAPL, USPA, Powerlifting America, and IPF memberships in one place. Make It Yours Choose light, dark, or system theme, and pick an accent color that matches your gym, your team, or just your taste. Built for lifters who want less time managing spreadsheets and more time under the bar. Subscriptions: Team Manager and Athlete, monthly or yearly, with a 14-day free trial. Payment is charged to your Apple ID and renews automatically unless cancelled at least 24 hours before the period ends; manage or cancel in your Apple ID settings. Terms of Use: https://platformmanager.bigdawg.dev/terms Privacy Policy: https://platformmanager.bigdawg.dev/privacy

Screenshots

Training App (MyStrengthBook)4 screens
Platform Manager3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Training App (MyStrengthBook) at none against Platform Manager's 4. Training App (MyStrengthBook) also leads on update cadence (every 4 days vs every 2 weeks). 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Platform Manager sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. Training App (MyStrengthBook) asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Training App (MyStrengthBook) ships an update every 4 days, Platform Manager every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 25, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
Training App (MyStrengthBook) versus Platform Manager: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterTraining App (MyStrengthBook)Platform Manager
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.5 (49 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews27.3% of reviews—
Number of ratings49 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 4 days — betterEvery 2 weeks
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFreemium—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.115.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size91 MB118 MB
Age rating4+17+
DeveloperMy Strength Book IncMichael Ruland

In-app purchases

None

Training App (MyStrengthBook)

No in-app purchases

4 purchases

Platform Manager

Subscriptions4
  • Platform Manager14 Days trial$4.991 Month
  • Platform Manager14 Days trial$29.991 Month
  • Platform Manager14 Days trial$49.991 Year
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  • Platform Manager14 Days trial$249.001 Year

Questions

Is Training App (MyStrengthBook) free?
Training App (MyStrengthBook) is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Platform Manager free?
Platform Manager is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Training App (MyStrengthBook) or Platform Manager have ads?
Neither Training App (MyStrengthBook) nor Platform Manager shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Training App (MyStrengthBook) or Platform Manager?
Training App (MyStrengthBook) ships an update every 4 days, and Platform Manager every 2 weeks. Most recently, Training App (MyStrengthBook) was updated on October 25, 2026 and Platform Manager on October 24, 2026.

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