# Forma vs Simple Workout Log

The clearest difference is monetization model: Forma at free with in-app purchases against Simple Workout Log's subscription. Simple Workout Log's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (every 2 days vs weekly). On price, rating, review sentiment and ratings volume there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Forma sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month and Simple Workout Log sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 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 — 4.8 for Forma against 4.8 for Simple Workout Log. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 268 and 367 respectively. Written reviews split almost evenly too, at 94% and 93% positive.

Forma ships an update weekly, Simple Workout Log every 2 days. Both last shipped on October 27, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Forma | Simple Workout Log |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.8 (268 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/forma-workout-tracker-gym-log/id1506898151/reviews) | **[4.8 (367 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/simple-workout-log-ironotes/id1550970850/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 268 | **367** |
| Positive reviews | **93.7% of reviews** | 93.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Weekly | **Every 2 days** |
| Monetization | **Free with in-app purchases** | Subscription |
| Size | 51 MB | 81 MB |
| Requires iOS | 18 | **16.6** |
| Devices | iPhone | **iPhone, Apple Watch** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Pavel Chernikov](https://appshunter.io/developer/1506898150) | [Arnas Dilys](https://appshunter.io/developer/656220227) |

## What reviewers say

### Forma

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/forma-workout-tracker-gym-log/id1506898151)

This app provides a minimalist and intuitive way to track your workouts, whether at the gym or at home. You can create and customize your own exercises, log your results quickly, and monitor your progress. The free version has a limit on the number of workouts, which can be removed with a premium subscription.

**Highlights:** Minimalist and intuitive interface, Offline functionality, Create custom exercises, Log results in few clicks, Track progress, Form your own exercise database

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly subscription | $3.99 | per month |
| Yearly subscription | $17.99 | per year |
| Yearly subscription | $17.99 | per year |
| Buy forever | $49.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Simple and easy to use
- 🚀 Straightforward interface
- 📊 Helpful statistics and tracking
- 💰 Affordable one-time purchase
- ✨ Customizable exercises

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 Paid subscription required for full functionality
- 🔍 Limited search functionality for exercises
- 📝 Lack of note-taking feature for exercises

**Reported bugs**

- Occasional data loss or sync issues
- Inconsistent user interface elements

**Requested features**

- Add a notes section for each exercise
- Implement a timer or rest timer feature
- Expand exercise database with more options
- Include a dark mode option
- Improve data export and backup capabilities


### Simple Workout Log

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/simple-workout-log-ironotes/id1550970850)

This app provides a straightforward way to log your gym workouts and track your strength progression. It focuses on simplicity and efficiency, allowing you to create custom routines, log sets quickly, and monitor your progress over time without unnecessary distractions.

**Highlights:** Create custom workouts, Log sets quickly, Auto-load previous sets, Built-in rest timers, Track strength progress with stats, View training consistency, Add notes and tags

**Features:** Family Sharing, Apple Watch app

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly Support | $1.99 | per month |
| Ironotes PRO Monthly | $2.99 | per month |
| Extra Monthly Support | $3.99 | per month |
| Ironotes PRO Yearly | $14.99 | per year |
| Yearly Support | $19.99 | per year |
| Protein Bar | $2.99 | one-time |
| Kebab & Salad | $6.99 | one-time |
| Gym Membership | $19.99 | one-time |
| Ironotes PRO Forever | $34.99 | one-time |
| Supplement Stack | $59.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Forma free?

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

### Is Simple Workout Log free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Forma or Simple Workout Log?

Simple Workout Log is rated higher. Forma averages 4.8 out of 5 from 268 ratings, while Simple Workout Log averages 4.8 from 367 ratings.

### Do Forma or Simple Workout Log have ads?

Forma shows ads; Simple Workout Log does not.

### Which is updated more often, Forma or Simple Workout Log?

Forma ships an update weekly, and Simple Workout Log every 2 days. Most recently, Forma was updated on October 27, 2026 and Simple Workout Log on October 27, 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.*