Comparison

GZCL Method Workout Logger vs Onus Programming

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

Head to head
About

GZCL Method Workout Logger

This workout tracker simplifies strength training by automating calculations and progressions for popular GZCL programs. It eliminates the need for spreadsheets, providing a clear interface to log workouts, track stats, and focus on getting stronger.

Highlights
  • Preloaded GZCL programs
  • Automated progressions
  • Simple interface
  • Post workout stats
  • Exercise images
  • Support for Imperial/metric units
  • Rest timer
Features
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It's time to stop fumbling with spreadsheets. Start using this intuitive workout tracker built specifically for GZCL programs. Let the app hand the math so you can focus on the thing that matters, getting stronger. Preloaded with these programs: - GZCLP - Jacked and Tan 2.0 - Ultra High Frequency 5 Week - Ultra High Frequency 9 Week - Volume Dependent Intensity Progression - The Rippler The GZCL Method, created by Cody Lefever, is proven to get your stronger. But it is difficult to plan and track the programs using a spreadsheet. And you have to calculate your progressions. And you don't remember what weight you were supposed to lift in the gym. If only there was an easier way... BUT WAIT! There is! Download this app and hop on the easy train to gainsville. FEATURES: - Preloaded programs - Automated progressions - Simple interface - Post workout stats - Exercise images - Warm up, failure, and AMRAP (as many reps as possible) sets - Support for Imperial (lb) or metric (kg) - Workout notes and/or exercise specific notes - Rest timer customizable per exercise

About

Onus Programming

This app is a comprehensive workout tracker designed for serious lifters. Log every detail of your training, build a personalized exercise library, and track your progress through distinct training phases. Visualize your gains and share your journey with a supportive community.

Highlights
  • Log sets, reps, weight, and RPE
  • Build custom exercise library
  • Automatic personal record tracking
  • Create training phases (Eras)
  • Visualize bodyweight and metrics
  • Share workouts and progress
  • Add photos and videos to workouts
Features
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Onus Custom Programming — The workout tracker built for lifters who take their training seriously. TRACK EVERY REP Log your workouts with precision. Record sets, reps, weight, and RPE for lifts. Track distance and duration for cardio. Note hold times for stretches. Every workout type, covered. YOUR EXERCISE LIBRARY Build your personal exercise dictionary. Onus learns what you lift and suggests exercises as you type. Merge duplicates, create aliases, and keep your data clean. PERSONAL RECORDS Never forget a PR. Onus automatically tracks your best lifts and displays them on your profile. Toggle which exercises you want to highlight — from the big three to your favorite accessories. ERAS Define phases of your journey. Create an Era for your spring cut, winter bulk, or competition prep. View all your photos, weight changes, top lifts, and anthems from any Era at a glance. METRICS THAT MATTER Visualize your bodyweight over time. Filter by 2 weeks, 6 months, all time — or dive into a specific Era to see exactly how far you've come. SOCIAL, YOUR WAY Share workouts to your feed or keep them private. Follow friends, like their sessions, and leave comments. Copy workouts you admire straight to your calendar. CAPTURE THE MOMENT Add photos and videos to any workout. Every selfie, every progress pic — organized by date and Era. SET THE TONE Link your workout anthem. Build a soundtrack for your training, one session at a time. --- Built by lifters, for lifters.

Screenshots

GZCL Method Workout Logger4 screens
Onus Programming3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Onus Programming at 100% against GZCL Method Workout Logger's 63%. Onus Programming also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 2) and update cadence (every 2 days vs fortnightly). GZCL Method Workout Logger's advantage is ratings volume (230 vs 4) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.1). On price, ads and 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

Both are free to download. GZCL Method Workout Logger sells 2 one-off in-app purchases. Onus Programming asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Onus Programming holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: GZCL Method Workout Logger has 230 ratings behind it against 4, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 63% of GZCL Method Workout Logger's written reviews are positive against 100% of Onus Programming's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

GZCL Method Workout Logger ships an update fortnightly, Onus Programming every 2 days. The most recent releases landed on October 3, 2026 and September 9, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard7 real differences · 3 level
GZCL Method Workout Logger versus Onus Programming: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterGZCL Method Workout LoggerOnus Programming
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.7 (230 ratings)5.0 (4 ratings) — better
Positive reviews63.0% of reviews100.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings230 — better4
Update frequencyFortnightlyEvery 2 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS13.0 — better15.1
Further details — not scored
Size50 MB56 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperStrongomatic, LLCTitan Engineering Inc

Customer experience

GZCL Method Workout Logger

All ratings230 ratings
Positive91.7%
Neutral4.8%
Negative3.5%
Written reviews54 reviews
Positive63.0%
Neutral16.7%
Negative20.4%

Onus Programming

All ratings4 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Bugs and requests

GZCL Method Workout Logger

Reported bugs

21 issues
  • Doesn't naturally progress weights
  • Doesn't change sets/reps on failure
  • Can't change to kg
  • Settings menu for units doesn't work
  • Progressions don't work
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  • Rest timer difficult to change
  • Doesn't keep notes from previous sessions
  • Calculates weight wrong after failure/manual change
  • Value input keyboard placement issue
  • Previous stats don't carry over
  • Newest update broke LP (can't add new week)
  • App crashes when starting new workout
  • TM has stayed at 0% for nearly a year
  • Bug increases weight every time a day is opened
  • Checking off a set adds weight to the next
  • Can only select same weight increase for all exercises
  • Can't exit workout after starting (adds weight)
  • Program doesn't show weights lifted (clunky charts)
  • Doesn't support decimals in weights
  • Incorrect logic for automated progressions
  • Crashing when starting Jacked & Tan cycle

Requested features

23 requests
  • Reset everything to defaults
  • Alarm to play even if app is closed
  • Options to vary plans (heavy vs. cardio)
  • Add TM functionality
  • Easier exercise substitution options
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  • Login feature to save progress
  • Add new exercises easily
  • Customizable weight progressions
  • Add more T3s and customize them
  • Rest timer change for each workout section
  • Adjustable progression formula (for men/women)
  • Make previous exercises visible easily
  • Progression graph
  • Apple Health Integration
  • Warm up sets
  • Rep range customization
  • Add/remove exercises for customization
  • Graph to see progress over time
  • General Gainz workout option (custom template)
  • FAQ page about GZCL method
  • Total workout time feature
  • Support decimals in weights
  • Customizable progression logic

Onus Programming

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

2 purchases

GZCL Method Workout Logger

One-time2
  • GZCL Pro VersionFree
  • Pro Version$9.99
None

Onus Programming

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is GZCL Method Workout Logger free?
GZCL Method Workout Logger is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Onus Programming free?
Onus Programming is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, GZCL Method Workout Logger or Onus Programming?
Onus Programming is rated higher. GZCL Method Workout Logger averages 4.7 out of 5 from 230 ratings, while Onus Programming averages 5.0 from 4 ratings.
Do GZCL Method Workout Logger or Onus Programming have ads?
Neither GZCL Method Workout Logger nor Onus Programming shows ads.
Which is updated more often, GZCL Method Workout Logger or Onus Programming?
GZCL Method Workout Logger ships an update fortnightly, and Onus Programming every 2 days. Most recently, GZCL Method Workout Logger was updated on October 3, 2026 and Onus Programming on September 9, 2026.

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