Second Pull vs Optimal Plates
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Second Pull
This app simplifies barbell weightlifting by instantly calculating the plates needed for each lift. It allows users to follow structured training programs and automatically tracks workout volume, eliminating the need for manual data entry or spreadsheets.
- Instant plate calculations
- Structured training programs
- Automatic volume tracking
- Coach's program integration
- Custom program uploads
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Second Pull is built for barbell-based training that uses plates, percentages, and structured sessions. Calculate plates instantly, move through lifts without guessing mid-session, and follow structured training programs without spreadsheets or manual program re-entry. Second Pull tracks training volume automatically so you can stay focused on lifting, not managing numbers. Use a coach’s program or upload your own — no lift-by-lift entry required. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.secondpull.com/terms Second Pull is a registered trademark, used under license. All rights reserved
Optimal Plates
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Never guess your barbell load again! Optimal Plates calculates exactly what plates to add for any weight in seconds. Log exercises, calculate one rep maxes and way more with all the handy tools! - Supports multiple bar types. - Log exercises & view progress - Customisable plates. - Estimate One rep max - Light and Dark Themes - Visual and descriptive loading guides. - Save favourite lifts and configurations. - Percentage & Wendler breakdowns - Quick buttons to increment and decrement weight - Multiple language support Download Optimal Plates now and make your lifts smarter, faster, and correct under fatigue!
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Optimal Plates at none against Second Pull's 2. Optimal Plates also leads on ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (every 6 days vs every 2 months). On price, 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. Second Pull sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per month. Optimal Plates asks for nothing beyond the download.
Second Pull ships an update every 2 months, Optimal Plates every 6 days. Both last shipped on October 5, 2026.
| Parameter | Second Pull | Optimal Plates |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 5.0 (1 ratings) — better | — |
| Number of ratings | 1 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | Every 6 days — better |
| Ads | Yes | No — better |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 — better | 15.1 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 95 MB | 34 MB |
| Age rating | 12+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Second Pull LLC | LOCALHOST DEVELOPMENT LTD |
In-app purchases
Second Pull
- Monthly14 Days trial$9.991 Month
- Annual14 Days trial$89.991 Year
Optimal Plates
No in-app purchases
