# Stronglifts 5x5 Workout Plan vs Boostcamp

The clearest difference is ads: Stronglifts 5x5 Workout Plan at none against Boostcamp's shown. Stronglifts 5x5 Workout Plan also leads on ratings volume (77K vs 10K). Boostcamp's advantage is iOS requirement (15.1 vs 18.0). On price, rating, review sentiment and update cadence there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Stronglifts 5x5 Workout Plan sells 12 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days and Boostcamp sells 20 in-app purchases, starting at $11.99 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 Stronglifts 5x5 Workout Plan against 4.8 for Boostcamp. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Stronglifts 5x5 Workout Plan has 77K ratings behind it against 10K, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 66% of Stronglifts 5x5 Workout Plan's written reviews are positive against 60% of Boostcamp's.

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly fortnightly. Both last shipped on September 24, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Stronglifts 5x5 Workout Plan | Boostcamp |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.9 (77K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/stronglifts-5x5-workout-plan/id488580022/reviews)** | [4.8 (10K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/boostcamp-workout-programs/id1529354455/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **77K** | 10K |
| Positive reviews | **65.8% of reviews** | 59.9% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Fortnightly | Fortnightly |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | #192 | **#178** |
| Size | 161 MB | 293 MB |
| Requires iOS | 18.0 | **15.1** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [StrongLifts](https://appshunter.io/developer/916468093) | [BPM Health Co.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1529354457) |

## What reviewers say

### Stronglifts 5x5 Workout Plan

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/stronglifts-5x5-workout-plan/id488580022)

**Currently charting:** #192 Top Grossing · Health & Fitness (US App Store)

This app guides you through a proven barbell strength training program with no guesswork. It plans every exercise, set, and weight for you, allowing you to focus on lifting and see consistent progress. Ideal for beginners or those returning to strength training.

**Highlights:** Proven 3x/week strength program, Automated progression, Guided workouts with timers, Progress charts, Simple interface

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

**In-app purchases (12)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Pro Weekly | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Pro Monthly | $11.99 | per month |
| Pro Quarterly | $29.99 | per 3 months |
| Pro Yearly | $59.99 | per year |
| Pro Yearly | $59.99 | per year |
| Pro Yearly | $59.99 | per year |
| Pro Quarterly | $99.99 | per 3 months |
| StrongLifts Pro 5 Years | $199.99 | one-time |
| Pro Lifetime | $199.99 | one-time |
| StrongLifts Pro 5 Years | $239.99 | one-time |
| Pro Family Lifetime | $299.99 | one-time |
| Pro Family Lifetime Upgrade | $299.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 💪 Effective strength-building program
- 📈 Tracks progress and helps with consistency
- 🤖 Automatic weight progression and plate calculation
- ⏱️ Convenient timer and rest period tracking
- 📚 Helpful exercise form videos

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Occasional bugs and syncing issues
- 💰 Subscription model can be expensive for some
- 🔒 Limited customization options in free version
- ⚠️ Weights may not be accurate for all users
- 🕰️ Workouts can be time-consuming for some

**Reported bugs**

- Workout data loss and reset issues
- Inconsistent Apple Watch connectivity
- Inability to edit or delete custom exercises

**Requested features**

- Ability to customize core exercises
- Menstrual cycle tracking and programming
- More pre-built program options
- Integration with other fitness apps and devices
- Recommended meal plans and nutrition guidance


### Boostcamp

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/boostcamp-workout-programs/id1529354455)

**Currently charting:** #178 Top Grossing · Health & Fitness, #195 Top Free · Health & Fitness (US App Store)

This app offers a vast library of structured strength training and muscle-building programs, including popular routines like nSuns and Reddit PPL. It provides tools for tracking workouts, monitoring progress, and even building custom plans. The app is designed to eliminate guesswork and provide proven methods for achieving fitness goals.

**Highlights:** 130+ expert-designed programs, 10,000+ community-shared routines, Full workout logging with RPE/1RM, Auto-progression for weights, Muscle volume tracking, Custom program builder

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (20)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Boostcamp Pro | $11.99 | per month |
| Boostcamp Pro | $14.99 | per month |
| Boostcamp Pro | $14.99 | per month |
| Boostcamp Pro | $14.99 | per month |
| Limited-Time Offer | $48.99 | per year |
| Boostcamp Pro | $59.99 | per year |
| Boostcamp Pro | $59.99 | per year |
| Boostcamp Pro | $59.99 | per year |
| Boostcamp Pro | $59.99 | per year |
| Boostcamp Pro | $69.99 | per year |
| Boostcamp Pro | $79.99 | per year |
| Boostcamp Pro | $79.99 | per year |
| Boostcamp Pro | $119.99 | per year |
| Coffee | $0.99 | one-time |
| Lunch | $4.99 | one-time |
| Access to Coach's Program | $9.99 | one-time |
| Program Donation | $19.99 | one-time |
| Access to Coach's Program | $24.99 | one-time |
| Access to Coach's Program | $39.99 | one-time |
| Access to Coach's Program | $49.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 User-friendly interface
- 🚀 Detailed workout programs
- 💪 Helps build consistency
- 🎯 Tracks progress effectively
- 🧠 Knowledgeable coaches

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🔒 Key features locked behind paywall
- 🐛 Bugs and glitches
- 🔄 Aggressive subscription prompts
- ⚠️ Requires stable internet connection
- 🕰️ Rest timer not always reliable

**Reported bugs**

- Workouts not saving properly
- Inability to reorder exercises
- Crashing and loading issues
- Inconsistent exercise tracking

**Requested features**

- Offline mode for workouts
- Apple Watch integration
- More customization options
- Improved exercise video demonstrations
- Ability to create and share custom programs


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Stronglifts 5x5 Workout Plan free?

Stronglifts 5x5 Workout Plan is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Boostcamp free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Stronglifts 5x5 Workout Plan or Boostcamp?

Stronglifts 5x5 Workout Plan is rated higher. Stronglifts 5x5 Workout Plan averages 4.9 out of 5 from 77K ratings, while Boostcamp averages 4.8 from 10K ratings.

### Do Stronglifts 5x5 Workout Plan or Boostcamp have ads?

Boostcamp shows ads; Stronglifts 5x5 Workout Plan does not.

### Which is updated more often, Stronglifts 5x5 Workout Plan or Boostcamp?

Stronglifts 5x5 Workout Plan ships an update fortnightly, and Boostcamp fortnightly. Most recently, Stronglifts 5x5 Workout Plan was updated on September 24, 2026 and Boostcamp on September 24, 2026.

### Which is more popular, Stronglifts 5x5 Workout Plan or Boostcamp?

Stronglifts 5x5 Workout Plan currently peaks at #192 in the App Store charts, and Boostcamp at #178. Chart position reflects recent download velocity rather than total install base.

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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.*