Comparison

RepCount vs Plate Math

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

Head to head
About

RepCount

This app helps you track and analyze your strength training workouts. Log unlimited exercises and programs for free, with an optional premium subscription for advanced features like supersets and detailed progress charts.

Highlights
  • Workout logging
  • Exercise creation
  • Workout program creation
  • Rest timer
  • Supersets
  • Advanced statistics
  • Health app integration
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To maximize your results in the gym you need to track your workouts. There is a saying that "what you don't measure, you can't improve". Don't worry, RepCount got you covered. It is a quick and simple workout log for strength training. RepCount won't lift the weights for you, but it makes tracking and analyzing your results effortless! RepCount has been downloaded more than 1 million times and is recommended by powerlifters, bodybuilders and personal trainers all over the world. Logging your workouts with RepCount is free without ads! Log unlimited workouts, create as many workout programs and add as many exercises as you like. Want more? RepCount Premium gets you an intuitive superset feature, advanced statistics statistics of your progress including graphs of estimated one rep maxes, exercise volume, charts of personal records and more. First class customer support and active development. If you send us an email, expect us to answer it, fast! Our team is verify active on Instagram and Facebook, so make sure to follow us for the latest news. FREE FEATURES: - A simple and fast way to log your workouts, so you can focus on lifting weights. - Easy to add your own exercises - Log unlimited number of workouts - Create unlimited number of workout programs - A simple rest timer - Prefills todays workouts with the weights from the last workout, to save time and keep you motivated. - Basic cardio log of kcal, distance and duration PREMIUM FEATURES: - Table of rep records for each exercise. - Hardware accelerated charts of volume, estimated one rep max, heaviest weight, number of reps/sets and much much more. - Supersets done right! - Increase intensity with drop sets RepCount Premium is available as a monthly or yearly subscription. It will automatically be renewed at the end of your subscription unless it is cancelled at least 24 hours prior to the end of the subscription period. You can cancel anytime with your iTunes account settings. Any unused portion of a free trial will be forfeited if you purchase a subscription. HEALTH APP INTEGRATION: Sync RepCount workouts and body measurements with the Apple Health App. For support and feedback, don't hesitate to reach out at feedback@repcountapp.com Log your workouts with RepCount and take your lifting to the next level.

About

Plate Math

Effortlessly calculate the weight plates needed for your barbell to reach a target weight. This app eliminates guesswork and mental math, ensuring accuracy and efficiency in your weightlifting sessions. Focus on your strength goals with this intuitive gym companion.

Highlights
  • Calculate exact weight plates needed
  • Eliminate guesswork and mental math
  • Ensure accuracy and efficiency
  • Intuitive gym companion
  • Focus on strength goals
Features
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Plate Math is your ultimate gym companion, designed to simplify your weightlifting routine. This intuitive app helps you effortlessly calculate the exact weight plates needed on each side of a barbell to hit a specific target weight. Say goodbye to guesswork and mental math – Plate Math ensures accuracy and efficiency in your training, allowing you to focus on what truly matters: reaching your strength goals.

Screenshots

RepCount4 screens
Plate Math4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: RepCount at 4.9 against Plate Math's 3.0. RepCount also leads on ads (none vs shown) and ratings volume (13K vs 2). Plate Math's advantage is iOS requirement (16.0 vs 18.0). On price, in-app purchases, monetization model 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. RepCount sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month and Plate Math sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

RepCount holds the better App Store score, 4.9 against 3.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: RepCount has 13K ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
RepCount versus Plate Math: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterRepCountPlate Math
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.9 (13K ratings) — better3.0 (2 ratings)
Positive reviews92.8% of reviews—
Number of ratings13K — better2
Update frequencyEvery 11 days—
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFreemiumFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPad — better
Requires iOS18.016.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size82 MB4 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperSiper Apps ABBenjamin Lavin

Customer experience

RepCount

All ratings13,382 ratings
Positive97.3%
Neutral1.6%
Negative1.1%
Written reviews692 reviews
Positive92.8%
Neutral3.8%
Negative3.5%

Plate Math

All ratings2 ratings
Positive50.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative50.0%

Bugs and requests

RepCount

Reported bugs

2 issues
  • Crashes on launch for some users
  • Issues with adding exercises and selecting categories

Requested features

6 requests
  • Ability to share routines and exercises
  • Calendar view to see workout history
  • Option to track RPE (Rate of Perceived Exertion)
  • Ability to track time-based exercises
  • Folders or grouping for routines
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  • Integration with fitness tracking devices

Plate Math

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

6 purchases

RepCount

Subscriptions6
  • RepCount Premium$4.991 Month
  • RepCount Premium$6.991 Month
  • RepCount Premium$29.991 Year
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  • RepCount Premium1 Year trial$29.991 Year
  • RepCount Premium7 Days trial$29.991 Year
  • RepCount Premium7 Days trial$39.991 Year
1 purchases

Plate Math

One-time1
  • Remove Ads$2.99

Questions

Is RepCount free?
RepCount is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Plate Math free?
Plate Math is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, RepCount or Plate Math?
RepCount is rated higher. RepCount averages 4.9 out of 5 from 13K ratings, while Plate Math averages 3.0 from 2 ratings.
Do RepCount or Plate Math have ads?
Plate Math shows ads; RepCount does not.

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