Comparison

Forma vs PulsePanel

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

Head to head
About

Forma

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
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When developing Forma, I paid special attention to minimalism. As a result, I got a fully functional workout tracker, which works completely offline and has no extra functions at all. The interface is so intuitive that it is impossible to get lost. I’ve honestly tried my best to make it nice & simple! The app is great for both gym and at home workout, because the list of exercises is created by you. Instead of hundreds of preset workout programs (invented by nobody knows who), you form your own database - leave only what is important for you personally. ‣ Create any exercise: from yoga to strength training. ‣ Customize them: workout with dumbbells, barbells or with your own weight. ‣ Log your results in a few clicks. ‣ Keep track of your progress: stay toned, gain or lose weight. Together with other users who regularly write great reviews, we strive to keep the app simple. As a result, as many superfluous elements as possible have been eliminated from the app, but functionality has been retained. However, if you do miss something, you can always contact me directly from the app and I will try to implement your ideas. The only limitation of the free version is the maximum amount of 8 workouts. You can ignore this limit by deleting old workouts, or remove the restriction completely with a premium subscription at a reasonable price. This kind of support, as well as honest feedback, helps me grow the project. I promise, I do not and will not have any advertising and unnecessary purchases. Everything is extremely transparent. I am using it myself, so I do not want to make another Frankenstein out of the app. Policy: http://gymtracker.tilda.ws/privacy-policy Terms and Conditions: http://gymtracker.tilda.ws/terms-of-use Thank you for reading to the end, so it was not in vain!

About

PulsePanel

Features
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PulsePanel is a clean, distraction-free heart rate display built for people who just want to train. Connect to any Bluetooth heart rate sensor and instantly see exactly where you are — no clutter, no menus, no guesswork. Swipe left and right to set your max HR. Train smarter with real-time heart rate zones that are easy to read at a glance. Whether you're dialing in zone 2, pushing through intervals, or staying honest on recovery days, PulsePanel keeps you locked in. Works with chest straps, optical armbands, smartwatches, and more. If it broadcasts over Bluetooth, it works. • Simple, full-screen heart rate display • Live zone-based color feedback • Adjustable max heart rate • Compatible with a wide range of Bluetooth sensors • Designed for focus, not distractions Perfect for zone training, HIIT, endurance work, or anyone who wants a clear view of their effort without digging through complicated apps. No noise. Just your heart rate, right where you need it.

Screenshots

Forma4 screens
PulsePanel3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: Forma at Free against PulsePanel's $0.99. Forma also leads on iOS requirement (18 vs 26.2). PulsePanel's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 4) and ads (none vs shown). On device support 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

Forma is free to download; PulsePanel costs $0.99 up front. Forma sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month. PulsePanel asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
Forma versus PulsePanel: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterFormaPulsePanel
PriceFree — better$0.99
Rating4.8 (263 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews93.7% of reviews—
Number of ratings263 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 4 days—
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhoneiPhone
Requires iOS18 — better26.2
Further details — not scored
Size50 MB1 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperPavel ChernikovJason Robitaille

Bugs and requests

Forma

Reported bugs

2 issues
  • Occasional data loss or sync issues
  • Inconsistent user interface elements

Requested features

5 requests
  • 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

PulsePanel

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

4 purchases

Forma

Subscriptions3
  • Monthly subscription$3.991 Month
  • Yearly subscription7 Days trial$17.991 Year
  • Yearly subscription$17.991 Year
One-time1
  • Buy forever$49.99
None

PulsePanel

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Forma free?
Forma is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is PulsePanel free?
PulsePanel costs $0.99, with no in-app purchases.
Do Forma or PulsePanel have ads?
Forma shows ads; PulsePanel does not.

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