Comparison

Beep Test Leger vs Metric Lift Strength Training

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

Head to head
About

Beep Test Leger

This app guides you through the standard beep test protocol to accurately measure your fitness level. It provides visual and audio cues, tracks your progress, and estimates your VO2 Max. No ads or tracking, just a simple tool to help you get fitter.

Highlights
  • Follows original Leger protocol
  • Audio and visual cues
  • Tracks shuttle and level
  • Estimates VO2 Max
  • Supports 15m or 20m laps
  • Auto stop feature
Features
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Ever wondered how fit you are (but didn't know who to ask)? Beep Test can help! Simple, non-intrusive and highly accurate, the app follows either the original Leger protocol (1984) or the most popular alternative. All you need is - a pair of running shoes - a flat 20 meter running pitch - a modicum of enthusiasm - this app Note: this is NOT a GPS-enabled app; rather, it's a timer app that let's you easily conduct the beep test. No ads, no tracking, no special permissions. It - prompts you with beeps - displays shuttle and level visual cues - displays distance covered and time elapsed - allows for a 15m or 20m lap - offers an auto stop feature When you are done, the app will estimate your vo2Max ... that will - give you bragging rights (hopefully) - allow you to compare your fitness to that of the general population - allow you to chart your progress Caution : Some side effects have been noticed - Runner's high. You will find yourself smiling far too much - Fitter. Regularly done, you will be able to 'run up those stairs' - Leaner. Darn, gotta buy smaller jeans! Note: your result(s) will NOT be stored by the app; take a screenshot of the results page if you like.

About

Metric Lift Strength Training

This app uses your phone's camera to track barbell velocity and analyze lifting technique, offering insights previously only available with expensive hardware. It logs workouts comprehensively, monitors fatigue, and helps maximize strength gains while preventing injuries.

Highlights
  • Smart velocity tracking using phone camera
  • Advanced video analysis with bar path traces
  • Comprehensive workout logging
  • Performance insights and progression monitoring
  • Automated rest timer
  • No additional hardware required
Features
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Level up your training with Metric, the most advanced workout tracking app that combines traditional logging with revolutionary velocity-based training - no expensive hardware required. TRUSTED BY LIFTERS WORLDWIDE 1.5 million sets tracked | 100,000 downloads | Lifters and coaches in over 140 countries WHAT USERS ARE SAYING "Super simple to download and just start using. Great for getting clients and athletes to engage with their training in new ways. Can't believe this hasn't been done sooner!" - rugoody "Amazing to not have to pay thousands for a unit or even attach anything to a bar. Just click record on your camera and I can track my athletes Bar Velocity so easily." - Giannire "For not needing to buy any equipment this is a great tool. The vbt trackers go from 400 and up so for this to do what it does with nothing is amazing." - NoelpereziPhone6P "The app is brilliant. Superb for checking/tracking form and progression at the same time. I took an annual sub out after 5 days" - far.landscape Whether you're a powerlifter preparing for a meet, training to improve your athleticism on the field, or simply looking to get stronger and build muscle in the gym, Metric transforms how you train and coach. Gain insights that were previously only available to professional athletes, maximize your strength gains, and prevent injuries through proper technique and load management. Train with complete confidence as Metric's data shows your fatigue levels, recovery rates, and progression trends in real-time- helping you make smarter decisions about when to push harder and when tor regulate and recover. While traditional velocity tracking requires expensive and cumbersome external devices, strings or wearables, Metric delivers the same precise, validated measurements using just the camera on your iPhone or iPad, making actionable lifting insights accessible to everyone. CORE FEATURES SMART VELOCITY TRACKING - Track bar speed on 60+ exercises with validated accuracy - Receive audio cues when you hit specific velocity targets - Monitor fatigue through velocity loss during sets - Calculate estimated 1RM based on scientific velocity profiles - No additional hardware needed - just your phone - Record a quick set or incorporate velocity tracking into your workout flow ADVANCED VIDEO ANALYSIS - Record or import HD lifting videos - Generate detailed bar path traces for every rep - Review technique frame-by-frame - Share videos and analysis with coaches - Export videos to your camera roll COMPREHENSIVE WORKOUT LOGGING - Build, save and log your entire workout - Build and share templates to plan in advance - Access 150+ pre-loaded exercises - Create custom exercises - Track sets, reps, weight, and RPE - Automated rest timer PERFORMANCE INSIGHTS - Monitor strength progression - Track power output trends - Analyze ROM consistency - View velocity trends over time - Track estimated 1RM - load-velocity and load-power profiling - Real-time RPE charts and RPE-1RM estimations PERFECT FOR - Powerlifters, Strongman, and Olympic lifters - CrossFit and functional training - Bodybuilders and hypertrophy training - Strength and conditioning coaches - Performance-focused athletes - Personal trainers and online coaches - Any lifter wanting data-driven results GETTING STARTED IS SIMPLE & FREE 1. Select your exercise 2. Position your phone to capture your lift from the side 3. Record your set 4. Get instant velocity and technique analysis 5. Track single sets or complete entire workouts FREE, PRO, & COACH OPTIONS Record sets and workouts for free. Upgrade to Pro for advanced analytics, template builder, real-time feedback, and in-app video storage. Pro Coach plans also available for logging athlete workouts Join thousands of lifters using Metric to train smarter and maximize their gains. Terms of use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

Beep Test Leger4 screens
Metric Lift Strength Training4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Beep Test Leger at 4.7 against Metric Lift Strength Training's 4.0. Beep Test Leger also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 16). Metric Lift Strength Training's advantage is update cadence (every 9 days vs every 5 weeks). On price, review sentiment, ratings volume and ads 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. Metric Lift Strength Training sells 14 in-app purchases, starting at $10.99 per month. Beep Test Leger asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Beep Test Leger holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.0. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 23 and 45 respectively. Written reviews complicate that: 50% of Beep Test Leger's written reviews are positive against 53% of Metric Lift Strength Training's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Beep Test Leger ships an update every 5 weeks, Metric Lift Strength Training every 9 days. The most recent releases landed on October 27, 2026 and October 30, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
Beep Test Leger versus Metric Lift Strength Training: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterBeep Test LegerMetric Lift Strength Training
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.7 (23 ratings) — better4.0 (45 ratings)
Positive reviews50.0% of reviews53.1% of reviews — better
Number of ratings2345 — better
Update frequencyEvery 5 weeksEvery 9 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, Apple Watch — better
Requires iOS17.0 — better18.1
Further details — not scored
Size5 MB181 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperRudolf FernandesCore Advantage Pty Ltd

Customer experience

Beep Test Leger

All ratings23 ratings
Positive87.0%
Neutral8.7%
Negative4.3%
Written reviews12 reviews
Positive50.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative50.0%

Metric Lift Strength Training

All ratings45 ratings
Positive68.9%
Neutral11.1%
Negative20.0%
Written reviews98 reviews
Positive53.1%
Neutral11.2%
Negative35.7%

In-app purchases

None

Beep Test Leger

No in-app purchases

14 purchases

Metric Lift Strength Training

Subscriptions14
  • Pro - Monthly$10.991 Month
  • Pro - Monthly (Legacy)$12.991 Month
  • Metric Pro - Monthly (Legacy)$12.991 Month
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  • Pro Family - Monthly$18.991 Month
  • Pro Coach +5 - Monthly$19.991 Month
  • Pro Coach +20 - Monthly$34.991 Month
  • Pro Coach +10$37.991 Month
  • Pro Coach +15$47.991 Month
  • Pro - Annual7 Days trial$79.991 Year
  • Metric Pro (Legacy)14 Days trial$79.991 Year
  • Metric Pro - Annual (Legacy)$94.991 Year
  • Pro Family - Annual$114.991 Year
  • Pro Coach +5 - Annual$119.991 Year
  • Pro Coach +10$339.991 Year

Questions

Is Beep Test Leger free?
Beep Test Leger is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Metric Lift Strength Training free?
Metric Lift Strength Training is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Beep Test Leger or Metric Lift Strength Training?
Beep Test Leger is rated higher. Beep Test Leger averages 4.7 out of 5 from 23 ratings, while Metric Lift Strength Training averages 4.0 from 45 ratings.
Do Beep Test Leger or Metric Lift Strength Training have ads?
Neither Beep Test Leger nor Metric Lift Strength Training shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Beep Test Leger or Metric Lift Strength Training?
Beep Test Leger ships an update every 5 weeks, and Metric Lift Strength Training every 9 days. Most recently, Beep Test Leger was updated on October 27, 2026 and Metric Lift Strength Training on October 30, 2026.

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