Comparison

Alpha Progression Gym Tracker vs LiftBetter

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

Head to head
About

Alpha Progression Gym Tracker

This app helps you maximize muscle gains and track your fitness progress with personalized workout plans and advanced progression recommendations. It features a vast exercise database, workout tracking tools, and insights to optimize your strength training journey.

Highlights
  • Customized muscle building workout plans
  • Progression recommendations for weight and reps
  • Workout tracker with rep and weight log
  • Extensive exercise database with videos
  • Graphs and insights for workout analysis
  • Comprehensive periodization tools
  • Shareable workout plans
Features
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Alpha Progression tells you exactly what to lift. Every set, every workout. Build your plan in a minute, then follow weight and rep recommendations that adapt to how strong you are today. Most gym apps only record what you did. Alpha Progression plans what you should do next: a science-based training plan built for your goal, your experience and your equipment, and a progression recommendation for every single set. App of the Day on the App Store, twice. 4.9 stars from 40,000+ lifters. 25 million workouts logged. YOUR PLAN, GENERATED Pick your goal, the days you can train, how long you have and which muscles to prioritize. The plan generator builds a complete plan around the equipment in your gym: split, exercises, sets and rep ranges. Beginners and advanced lifters get fundamentally different plans, because they need different things. Every detail stays editable, or build your own plan from scratch. Need just one session? The workout generator creates a one-off workout whenever you want. A RECOMMENDATION FOR EVERY SET Before each set, the app shows the weight and reps to go for, based on your previous workouts and what you have already done today. Recommendations shift from set to set because fatigue is real: set 3 is not set 1. Keep hitting them and they keep climbing. Progressive overload without spreadsheets or guesswork. LOG FAST, STAY IN THE ZONE Weight, reps and RIR in two taps, with your notes and your last sets in view. Rest timer as a Live Activity, so the countdown and your next set sit on the lock screen and in the Dynamic Island. Supersets, dropsets, bodyweight, assisted and timed exercises. Works fully offline. 795 EXERCISES, REAL VIDEOS Every exercise filmed in a real gym with certified trainers. No stock footage, no animations. Setup, execution and cues for each one, plus an exercise evaluation of how well it builds muscle. Filter by muscle, equipment and compound vs isolation. Missing an exercise? Add your own, with a photo from your library or the camera, or copy an existing one as a starting point. SEE WHAT IMPROVED After every workout you see every record you beat: weight, reps, volume, estimated 1RM and 10RM, best per muscle group. Charts for strength, volume, sets per muscle, workouts per week, bodyweight and measurements. Streaks and achievements keep you showing up. AND MORE Warm-up calculator: warm-up sets are added automatically, scaled to the exercise, your first working set and the weights you have. Plate calculator: exactly which plates to load, or the closest weight below if your plates don't add up. Multiple gyms, each with its own equipment and weights; switch with one tap and your recommendations adjust. Periodization and deloads: ramp sets and effort (RIR) week by week and schedule deloads. Share plans with friends or coaching clients. Export everything as CSV. kg and lb, even mixed. An optional account syncs all your devices. Syncs with Apple Health. FREE VS PRO Free: unlimited workout logging, all 795 exercise videos, your own plans, measurements, rest timer, records, achievements, plan sharing and CSV export. No ads. No account required. Pro: plan generator and workout generator, progression recommendations, charts, multiple gyms, periodization and deloads, plate calculator, warm-up calculator, exercise evaluations and images for custom exercises. 14-day free trial on the yearly plan. Built by lifters: certified trainers with bodybuilding experience who train with the app every week. Questions? info@alphaprogression.com Terms of service: https://alphaprogression.com/terms Privacy policy: https://alphaprogression.com/privacy

About

LiftBetter

This app creates personalized workout plans based on your goals, experience, and schedule. It provides detailed exercise guidance, optimal set and rep ranges, and smart rest times to help you achieve real progress efficiently. Track your performance and see your strength improve over time.

Highlights
  • Personalized workout plans
  • Step-by-step exercise guidance
  • Built-in rest timer
  • Easy workout logging
  • Progress tracking and statistics
  • Plans for all experience levels
Features
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LiftBetter is a science-based workout planner that creates a personalised gym workout program based on your goals, training experience, schedule and preferences. Instead of giving everyone the same workout routine, LiftBetter builds a training plan that is designed specifically for you. Whether your goal is building muscle, getting stronger, improving your physique or staying consistent in the gym, LiftBetter helps you know exactly what to do every workout. A workout plan that is actually personalised Many fitness apps claim to create personalised workout plans, but most still rely on generic templates with only a few small adjustments. LiftBetter takes a much more detailed approach. The app starts by looking at your availability and generates multiple workout split options that fit your schedule. You can choose the split that best suits your lifestyle, making it much easier to stay consistent over the long term. You can then customise your training goals in as much detail as you want. You can: * Choose how much you want to train 21 different muscle groups. * Select from 7 different training emphasis levels for every muscle group. * Rank your muscle groups by priority. * Set your training experience and overall fitness goals. Science-based workout programming Every workout is built using evidence-based training principles. The app considers factors such as: * Weekly training volume * Training frequency * Recovery between workouts * Exercise selection * Progressive overload * Muscle group priorities * Your available training days Instead of randomly assigning exercises, LiftBetter creates a structured workout program designed to help you make consistent progress. Know exactly what to do in the gym Every workout tells you exactly what to do. You'll always know: * Which exercises to perform * How many sets to complete * Your target rep range * Your target RIR (Reps In Reserve) * How long to rest between sets Every exercise also includes a video tutorial so you can learn proper technique and perform each movement with confidence. Track every workout This is more than a workout planner. It also functions as a complete workout tracker. Log your: * Weight * Repetitions * Sets * RIR * Workout history The app automatically stores your previous performance so you always know what you achieved last time, making progressive overload simple to follow. Visualise your progress Track your improvement over time with detailed training statistics. See your: * Exercise progress * Personal records * Training volume * Workout streaks * Strength improvements Clear progress visualisations help you stay motivated and make better training decisions. Built to help you stay consistent Consistency is one of the biggest predictors of long-term results. LiftBetter removes uncertainty from your training by giving you a clear plan every time you enter the gym. Built-in rest timers, progress tracking, personalised workout schedules and clear exercise guidance help you spend less time wondering what to do and more time training. Perfect for * Muscle building (hypertrophy) * Strength training * Beginners looking for structure * Intermediate and advanced lifters * Anyone wanting a personalised workout plan * Gym users who want to train smarter Why us? Unlike traditional workout apps that provide generic routines, LiftBetter creates a workout program around your individual goals, schedule and priorities. Whether you train two days or six days per week, want to prioritise your chest, shoulders or legs, or simply want a structured gym workout that helps you make consistent progress, your program will be adapted. *LiftBetter offers a 3-day Free Trial, after which a subscription is necessary to use all features. ‘Powered by fatsecret nutrition API’ (www.fatsecret.com) Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://sites.google.com/view/lines-privacy-policy/homepage

Screenshots

Alpha Progression Gym Tracker4 screens
LiftBetter4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: LiftBetter at none against Alpha Progression Gym Tracker's shown. LiftBetter also leads on update cadence (every 3 days vs weekly). Alpha Progression Gym Tracker's advantage is ratings volume (2.2K vs 11) and rating (4.9 vs 4.6). On price, review sentiment, in-app purchases and monetization model 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. Alpha Progression Gym Tracker sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $12.99 per month and LiftBetter sells 9 in-app purchases, starting at $14.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Alpha Progression Gym Tracker holds the better App Store score, 4.9 against 4.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Alpha Progression Gym Tracker has 2.2K ratings behind it against 11, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 92% of Alpha Progression Gym Tracker's written reviews are positive against 100% of LiftBetter's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Alpha Progression Gym Tracker ships an update weekly, LiftBetter every 3 days. The most recent releases landed on September 24, 2026 and September 10, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
Alpha Progression Gym Tracker versus LiftBetter: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterAlpha Progression Gym TrackerLiftBetter
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.9 (2.2K ratings) — better4.6 (11 ratings)
Positive reviews92.2% of reviews100.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings2.2K — better11
Update frequencyWeeklyEvery 3 days — better
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFreemium
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS15.615.6
Further details — not scored
Size154 MB44 MB
Age rating12+4+
DeveloperAlpha Progression GmbHLucas Masclee

Customer experience

Alpha Progression Gym Tracker

All ratings2,174 ratings
Positive98.4%
Neutral0.8%
Negative0.8%
Written reviews550 reviews
Positive92.2%
Neutral3.8%
Negative4.0%

LiftBetter

All ratings11 ratings
Positive90.9%
Neutral0.0%
Negative9.1%
Written reviews2 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Bugs and requests

Alpha Progression Gym Tracker

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Issues with logging and tracking sets and reps
  • App freezing or crashing during workouts
  • Problems with syncing data across devices

Requested features

4 requests
  • Add ability to track cardio and other fitness activities
  • Implement social features to share workouts and connect with others
  • Allow for more customization of workout plans and exercises
  • Integrate with other fitness apps and devices (e.g., Strava, Apple Health)

LiftBetter

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

6 purchases

Alpha Progression Gym Tracker

Subscriptions6
  • Monthly plan for best results7 Days trial$12.991 Month
  • Monthly plan for best results$12.991 Month
  • Monthly plan [Legacy]1 Month trial$24.991 Month
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  • Yearly plan for best results14 Days trial$79.991 Year
  • Yearly plan for best results7 Days trial$79.991 Year
  • Yearly plan [Legacy]1 Month trial$99.991 Year
9 purchases

LiftBetter

Subscriptions9
  • LiftBetter Monthly Plan$14.991 Month
  • MrGrind PPL X UL - LiftBetter7 Days trial$14.991 Month
  • LiftBetter Monthly Plan$16.991 Month
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  • LiftBetter 3-Months Plan$24.993 Months
  • MrGrind PPL X UL - LiftBetter7 Days trial$24.993 Months
  • LiftBetter 3-Months Plan$27.993 Months
  • LiftBetter Yearly Plan$44.991 Year
  • MrGrind PPL X UL - LiftBetter7 Days trial$44.991 Year
  • LiftBetter Yearly Plan$49.991 Year

Questions

Is Alpha Progression Gym Tracker free?
Alpha Progression Gym Tracker is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is LiftBetter free?
LiftBetter is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Alpha Progression Gym Tracker or LiftBetter?
Alpha Progression Gym Tracker is rated higher. Alpha Progression Gym Tracker averages 4.9 out of 5 from 2.2K ratings, while LiftBetter averages 4.6 from 11 ratings.
Do Alpha Progression Gym Tracker or LiftBetter have ads?
Alpha Progression Gym Tracker shows ads; LiftBetter does not.
Which is updated more often, Alpha Progression Gym Tracker or LiftBetter?
Alpha Progression Gym Tracker ships an update weekly, and LiftBetter every 3 days. Most recently, Alpha Progression Gym Tracker was updated on September 24, 2026 and LiftBetter on September 10, 2026.

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