# Strong Workout Tracker Gym Log vs MacroFactor

The clearest difference is update cadence: MacroFactor at every 8 days against Strong Workout Tracker Gym Log's every 2 weeks. MacroFactor also leads on chart position (#10 vs #63). Strong Workout Tracker Gym Log's advantage is ratings volume (108K vs 23K). On price, rating, review sentiment and ads there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Strong Workout Tracker Gym Log sells 11 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month and MacroFactor sells 11 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 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 — 4.9 for Strong Workout Tracker Gym Log against 4.8 for MacroFactor. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 108K and 23K respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 65% of Strong Workout Tracker Gym Log's written reviews are positive against 71% of MacroFactor's.

Strong Workout Tracker Gym Log ships an update every 2 weeks, MacroFactor every 8 days. Both last shipped on September 28, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Strong Workout Tracker Gym Log | MacroFactor |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.9 (108K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/strong-workout-tracker-gym-log/id464254577/reviews)** | [4.8 (23K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/macrofactor-macro-tracker/id1553503471/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **108K** | 23K |
| Positive reviews | 65.2% of reviews | **70.7% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 2 weeks | **Every 8 days** |
| Monetization | Freemium | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | #63 | **#10** |
| Size | 129 MB | 238 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.0** | 15.6 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod, Apple Watch | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 9+ |
| Developer | [Strong Fitness PTE Limited](https://appshunter.io/developer/1525345716) | [Stronger By Science Technologies LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1553503473) |

## What reviewers say

### Strong Workout Tracker Gym Log

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/strong-workout-tracker-gym-log/id464254577)

**Currently charting:** #63 Top Grossing · Health & Fitness, #175 Top Free · Health & Fitness (US App Store)

This app helps you track your workouts and progress with an intuitive interface. It offers a wide range of exercises, detailed instructions, and advanced statistics to help you achieve your fitness goals. Easily log your routines, monitor personal records, and stay motivated on your fitness journey.

**Highlights:** Intuitive workout logging, Comprehensive exercise library, Apple Watch integration, Advanced progress statistics, Customizable routines, Cloud data backup

**Features:** Siri integration, Apple Watch app

**In-app purchases (11)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Strong PRO | $3.99 | per month |
| Strong PRO (1 Month) | $4.99 | per month |
| Strong PRO (6 Months) | $19.99 | per 6 months |
| Strong PRO (1 Year) | $23.99 | per year |
| Strong PRO (1 Year) | $29.99 | per year |
| Strong PRO (1 Year) | $29.99 | per year |
| Power Pack (Legacy) | $3.99 | one-time |
| Unlock Strong (Legacy) | $4.99 | one-time |
| Unlock + Power Pack (Legacy) | $6.99 | one-time |
| Strong PRO Forever | $79.99 | one-time |
| Strong PRO Forever | $99.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Excellent workout tracking
- 👍 Clean, intuitive interface
- 📊 Comprehensive data and progress tracking
- ⌚ Seamless Apple Watch integration
- 🔍 Extensive exercise library

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🔋 High battery consumption
- 🔒 Concerns about subscription model and pricing
- 🐛 Apple Watch app issues and syncing problems
- 🔧 Difficulty editing or deleting exercises/routines

**Reported bugs**

- Workouts not syncing properly between devices
- Exercises disappearing from saved routines
- Crashes and stability issues, especially on Apple Watch

**Requested features**

- Add ability to track body part volume and focus
- Improve exercise search and categorization
- Implement more advanced analytics and reporting
- Allow pausing of workouts on Apple Watch
- Add support for more workout types (e.g. cardio)


### MacroFactor

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/macrofactor-macro-tracker/id1553503471)

**Currently charting:** #10 Top Grossing · Health & Fitness, #57 Top Free · Health & Fitness, #178 Top Grossing (US App Store)

This app uses a dynamic algorithm to adapt your calorie and macro targets based on your metabolism and progress. It offers tools for quick food logging, a verified database, and personalized coaching to help you achieve sustainable diet goals without stress or rigidity.

**Highlights:** Dynamic metabolism adaptation, Personalized macro and calorie targets, Verified food database, Barcode scanner, Weekly coaching check-ins, Micronutrient tracking, Weight trend insights

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Apple Watch app, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (11)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly Subscription | $9.99 | per month |
| Monthly Subscription | $11.99 | per month |
| Monthly Subscription | $11.99 | per month |
| Monthly Subscription | $11.99 | per month |
| Semiannual Subscription | $47.99 | per 6 months |
| Semiannual Subscription | $47.99 | per 6 months |
| Annual Subscription | $59.99 | per year |
| Annual Subscription | $59.99 | per year |
| Annual Subscription | $71.99 | per year |
| Annual Subscription | $71.99 | per year |
| Annual Subscription Bundle | $89.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Easy to use
- 🔍 Detailed analytics and data
- 🤖 Intelligent algorithm adjustments
- 👍 Flexible and customizable
- 💯 Comprehensive food database

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🔍 Limited food database for some regions
- 🤔 Steep learning curve for some users
- 💰 Subscription-based model
- 🤖 Occasional inaccuracies in AI-generated entries
- 🔀 Convoluted navigation in some areas

**Reported bugs**

- Disappearing food entries
- Inconsistent syncing with Apple Health

**Requested features**

- Apple Watch integration
- Micronutrient tracking
- Ability to edit database entries
- Improved barcode scanning for international users
- Customizable dashboard and widgets


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Strong Workout Tracker Gym Log free?

Strong Workout Tracker Gym Log is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is MacroFactor free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Strong Workout Tracker Gym Log or MacroFactor?

Strong Workout Tracker Gym Log is rated higher. Strong Workout Tracker Gym Log averages 4.9 out of 5 from 108K ratings, while MacroFactor averages 4.8 from 23K ratings.

### Do Strong Workout Tracker Gym Log or MacroFactor have ads?

Neither Strong Workout Tracker Gym Log nor MacroFactor shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Strong Workout Tracker Gym Log or MacroFactor?

Strong Workout Tracker Gym Log ships an update every 2 weeks, and MacroFactor every 8 days. Most recently, Strong Workout Tracker Gym Log was updated on September 28, 2026 and MacroFactor on September 28, 2026.

### Which is more popular, Strong Workout Tracker Gym Log or MacroFactor?

Strong Workout Tracker Gym Log currently peaks at #63 in the App Store charts, and MacroFactor at #10. Chart position reflects recent download velocity rather than total install base.

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