# PumpX vs Simple Shape

The clearest difference is monetization model: PumpX at free with in-app purchases against Simple Shape's subscription. PumpX also leads on ratings volume (41 vs 11). Simple Shape's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and rating (5.0 vs 4.6). On price, update cadence, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. PumpX sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month and Simple Shape sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Simple Shape holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.6. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 41 and 11 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 76% of PumpX's written reviews are positive against 100% of Simple Shape's.

PumpX ships an update every 8 days, Simple Shape every 4 days. The most recent releases landed on November 3, 2026 and November 5, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | PumpX | Simple Shape |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.6 (41 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pumpx-weight-lifting-tracker/id1616999309/reviews) | **[5.0 (11 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/simple-shape/id6749289086/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **41** | 11 |
| Positive reviews | 76.5% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 8 days | **Every 4 days** |
| Monetization | **Free with in-app purchases** | Subscription |
| Size | 188 MB | 288 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.6** | 16.6 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [PumpX Fitness LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1616999311) | [Christopher Ambrose](https://appshunter.io/developer/1829883417) |

## What reviewers say

### PumpX

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pumpx-weight-lifting-tracker/id1616999309)

This app helps you meticulously track your weightlifting progress, including sets, reps, and volume, to train with purpose and achieve results faster. It offers smart analytics, custom workout creation, and body measurement tracking to visualize your gains and stay motivated.

**Highlights:** Log sets, reps, and weights, Visualize progress with charts, Track total volume and 1RM, Create custom workouts, Log body measurements, Leaderboards and PR tracking

**Features:** Family Sharing, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| PumpX Monthly (Founders) | $4.99 | per month |
| Kozeev Muscle Monthly Plan | $9.99 | per month |
| Jay Brockpahler Plan | $9.99 | per month |
| 1-Month Subscription | $9.99 | per month |
| Bianca Vivaqua Foundations | $14.99 | per month |
| PumpX Annual (Founders) | $14.99 | per year |
| 1-Year Subscription | $29.99 | per year |
| Sophia's Home Wrk: Dumbbells | $9.99 | one-time |
| JBFit Full Body Pump | $9.99 | one-time |
| Sophia's Home Wrk: Dumbbells 2 | $12.99 | one-time |


### Simple Shape

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/simple-shape/id6749289086)

This app helps you build strength, improve endurance, and manage nutrition with custom and pre-built workout plans. It offers seamless tracking for exercises, cardio, and meals, with detailed analytics to visualize your progress.

**Highlights:** Custom Routine Builder, Prebuilt Routines, Seamless Workout Tracking, Cardio Tracking, Nutrition & Macro Tracking, Progressive Overload Guidance, Detailed Analytics

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Simple Shape Monthly | $9.99 | per month |
| Simple Shape Yearly | $39.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is PumpX free?

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

### Is Simple Shape free?

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

### Which has better reviews, PumpX or Simple Shape?

Simple Shape is rated higher. PumpX averages 4.6 out of 5 from 41 ratings, while Simple Shape averages 5.0 from 11 ratings.

### Do PumpX or Simple Shape have ads?

PumpX shows ads; Simple Shape does not.

### Which is updated more often, PumpX or Simple Shape?

PumpX ships an update every 8 days, and Simple Shape every 4 days. Most recently, PumpX was updated on November 3, 2026 and Simple Shape on November 5, 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.*