Comparison

Lactate Express vs Trainscript

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

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About

Lactate Express

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Lactate Express brings the lactate step-test to iPad, Mac, and iPhone — built for performance diagnosticians and serious endurance athletes. Capture every step-test precisely, compute thresholds with scientifically recognized models, and turn them into training zones you can actually apply. No more error-prone spreadsheets and manual entry. CAPTURE — fast and error-free • Step-test one step at a time: load (watts or km/h), lactate, heart rate, and Borg per step • Automatic readings over Bluetooth: SensCore lactate meters and Polar heart-rate sensors • Clear phases: rest, examination, recovery — with the current step clearly marked • Large input fields and one-tap entry, even under time pressure during a test ANALYZE — scientifically grounded • Six threshold models: Mader (4.0 mmol/l), Dickhuth, LT1, dMax, dMaxMod, and user-defined fixed values • Automatic curve fitting with coefficients and R² — the math stays transparent • Training zones such as GA1, GA2, and EB at a glance • Publication-grade charts REPORT — professional • Branded PDF reports with header and footer, charts, tables, and zones • Share via the native iOS and macOS share sheet COMPARE & TRACK — over time • Compare Tests: put any two step-tests side by side (Mac and iPad) to see exactly what changed • Home dashboard with threshold trends and deltas — an athlete's form at a glance • Roster overview to manage many athletes from one place (Team/Pro) • Cohort percentiles: see where an athlete ranks within the group WHO IT'S FOR • Diagnosticians: fast capture, athlete management, professional reports • Athletes: clear zones instead of jargon, an honest performance snapshot PLATFORMS Native SwiftUI — optimized for iPad and Mac, compact on iPhone. SUBSCRIPTIONS Lactate Express offers auto-renewable subscriptions with monthly and yearly terms. The subscription title, duration and price are shown in the app before purchase. Payment is charged to your Apple Account at confirmation of purchase. A subscription renews automatically unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current period; your Apple Account is charged for renewal within 24 hours prior to the end of the current period. You can manage or cancel your subscription in your Apple Account settings after purchase. Privacy Policy: https://www.lactate-express.de/lactate-express-policy/ Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Lactate Express — train smarter, not harder.

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Trainscript

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Transform your Apple Health workout data into meaningful charts and detailed statistics with Trainscript! MAIN FEATURES Interactive Data Visualization Create dynamic charts from your HealthKit data with professional graphics. Visualize training metrics like duration, distance, heart rate, and calorie burn in clear, comprehensive charts. Smart Filtering Options Filter your workouts by specific activity types like running, cycling, swimming, or strength training. Choose flexible time periods from 7 days to 6 months or define custom date ranges. Four Specialized Sections - Individual Charts: Separate views for different metrics - Summary: Combined charts for complete overview - Details: Detailed list view of all training sessions - Settings: Personalization and language selection Comprehensive Metric Analysis Analyze important training indicators like average heart rate, total distance, workout time, and calorie consumption. Identify trends and progress in your fitness development. TECHNICAL DETAILS Secure HealthKit Integration Complete integration with Apple HealthKit for secure data access. Your health data remains private and is processed exclusively locally on your device. Background Synchronization Automatic updates of your training data in the background for always current statistics and charts. Multi-language Support Available in German, English, French, Spanish, Italian, and Portuguese with localized activity types. PERFECT FOR Endurance Athletes Runners, cyclists, and swimmers who want to track their performance development. Fitness Enthusiasts Anyone who exercises regularly and wants to document their progress. Health-Conscious Individuals People who want to understand and optimize their activity data. PRIVACY AND SECURITY Your privacy comes first. All data is processed exclusively locally, with no transmission to external servers. You maintain complete control over your health information. GETTING STARTED After installation, you grant the app one-time access to your HealthKit data. You can then immediately begin analyzing your training data. The intuitive user interface allows you to quickly find the information you need. SUPPORT Support the app's continued development through optional donations directly within the app. Your support helps with continuous improvements and adding new features. Start professional analysis of your fitness data today and discover new insights into your training performance!

Screenshots

Lactate Express4 screens
Trainscript4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: Lactate Express at every 3 weeks against Trainscript's every 10 months. On price, ads, in-app purchases 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. Lactate Express sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $24.99 per month and Trainscript sells 3 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Lactate Express ships an update every 3 weeks, Trainscript every 10 months. The most recent releases landed on August 16, 2026 and September 10, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference · 5 level
Lactate Express versus Trainscript: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterLactate ExpressTrainscript
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeks — betterEvery 10 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Mac — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS17.516.6 — better
Further details — not scored
Size133 MB3 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperCOPAtec GmbHPatrick Lorenz

In-app purchases

4 purchases

Lactate Express

Subscriptions4
  • Teams (Monthly)$24.991 Month
  • Professionals (1 Month)$44.991 Month
  • Teams (Yearly)$250.001 Year
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  • Professionals (Yearly)$399.001 Year
3 purchases

Trainscript

One-time3
  • Small Support$0.99
  • Appreciation$2.99
  • Generous Donation$3.99

Questions

Is Lactate Express free?
Lactate Express is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Trainscript free?
Trainscript is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Lactate Express or Trainscript have ads?
Neither Lactate Express nor Trainscript shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Lactate Express or Trainscript?
Lactate Express ships an update every 3 weeks, and Trainscript every 10 months. Most recently, Lactate Express was updated on August 16, 2026 and Trainscript on September 10, 2026.

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