# Dōse vs Stronger by the Day

The clearest difference is ratings volume: Stronger by the Day at 3.6K against Dōse's 316. Dōse's advantage is iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.1). On price, rating, review sentiment and update cadence there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Dōse sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $15.99 per month and Stronger by the Day sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $16.99 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 Dōse against 4.8 for Stronger by the Day. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Stronger by the Day has 3.6K ratings behind it against 316, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 88% of Dōse's written reviews are positive against 91% of Stronger by the Day's.

Dōse ships an update every 5 weeks, Stronger by the Day monthly. Both last shipped on November 3, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Dōse | Stronger by the Day |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.8 (316 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/dose/id1541049439/reviews) | **[4.8 (3.6K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/stronger-by-the-day/id1591765440/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 316 | **3.6K** |
| Positive reviews | 87.7% of reviews | **91.2% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 5 weeks | **Monthly** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 104 MB | 120 MB |
| Requires iOS | **13.0** | 15.1 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Ongo Science Inc](https://appshunter.io/developer/1139932537) | [Strong Strong Friends LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1591765442) |

## What reviewers say

### Dōse

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/dose/id1541049439)

This app provides evidence-based fitness guidance for fat loss, muscle gain, and sustainable body composition goals. It offers video demonstrations for exercises, a macro calculator, educational mini-lectures, and personalized coaching tips. Engage with a community and track progress with Apple Health integration.

**Highlights:** Evidence-based fitness guidance, Video exercise demonstrations, Macro calculator and guidelines, Mini-lecture series on physiology, 1:1 coaching tips via messenger, Community engagement, At-home and gym programs, Joint strengthening routines

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Dōse Lifting Club (Monthly) | $15.99 | per month |
| Dōse Lifting Club (Annual) | $99.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 💪 Effective fitness results and weight loss
- 📚 Comprehensive educational content and explanations
- 🎥 Video demonstrations of exercises
- 👨‍🏫 Personalized macro calculations by creator
- 🤝 Supportive community and engagement

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🔇 Lack of verbal/voiceover instructions
- ❌ Missing 1-on-1 coaching support (removed)
- 🎬 Some exercises lack video demonstrations
- 📝 Insufficient form guidance and setup instructions
- 🔄 Limited exercise substitution/modification options

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes on startup
- Inconsistent set/rep counts in workouts
- Missing video for some exercises
- Macro calculator discrepancies
- Subscription cancellation not processing

**Requested features**

- Voiceover narration for exercises
- Exercise substitution/modification suggestions
- Built-in timer between sets
- Weight tracking and logging per set
- Multiple video angles for exercise form


### Stronger by the Day

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/stronger-by-the-day/id1591765440)

This fitness app offers expert coaching and personalized progress tracking for women serious about building strength and muscle. It provides a science-backed roadmap with flexible workout options designed to fit busy schedules and ensure continuous progress.

**Highlights:** Expert coaching by Meg Gallagher, Personalized progress tracking, Science-backed strength roadmap, Flexible workout scheduling, One-tap workout access, Smart progress tracking, Built-in exercise tutorials

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Apple Wallet, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly | $16.99 | per month |
| Quarterly | $36.99 | per 3 months |
| Yearly | $99.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 User-friendly app
- 🚀 Easy to use with substitutions
- 💪 Helped users get stronger
- 📊 Tracks progress well
- 💰 Great value for the price

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Buggy app with crashes and data loss
- 🔍 Difficult to access previous workouts
- ⏱️ Clunky workout logging process
- 🔌 Requires internet connection
- 🤷‍♀️ Limited customization options

**Reported bugs**

- Frequent app crashes
- Workout data not saving properly
- Login issues and getting logged out
- Slow loading of videos and information

**Requested features**

- Offline mode
- Ability to view full week's workouts
- Automatic rest timer
- More customization for substitutions
- Export workout data


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Dōse free?

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

### Is Stronger by the Day free?

Stronger by the Day is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Dōse or Stronger by the Day?

Stronger by the Day is rated higher. Dōse averages 4.8 out of 5 from 316 ratings, while Stronger by the Day averages 4.8 from 3.6K ratings.

### Do Dōse or Stronger by the Day have ads?

Neither Dōse nor Stronger by the Day shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Dōse or Stronger by the Day?

Dōse ships an update every 5 weeks, and Stronger by the Day monthly. Most recently, Dōse was updated on November 3, 2026 and Stronger by the Day on November 3, 2026.

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