The Gym App vs FrameMax
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
The Gym App
This workout tracker offers a comprehensive fitness diary without subscriptions or signups. It includes features like charts, personal records, a rest timer, and a plate calculator, all for free.
- Workout tracking
- Personal records
- Rest timer with notifications
- Plate calculator
- Calendar view
- Custom exercises
- Personalizable colors
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*** No subscriptions. No signups. Just a powerful workout tracker. *** Tired of gym logs with expensive subscriptions and signup requirements? We were too. That's why we made The Gym App, a no-nonsense fitness diary that gives you all the features you want FOR FREE: - Charts - Personal records - Rest timer with notifications - Plate calculator - Calendar view - Ability to add custom exercises - Personalizable app color - And more! The app is currently translated into English, Spanish and French, with more languages on the way! Developed by Canadians, supported by Canadians.
FrameMax
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FrameMax helps you see your physique from a new angle. Upload a full-body photo and get an instant analysis: an overall physique score plus breakdowns across key areas. Whether you're starting your fitness journey, prepping for a competition, or just curious how your training is paying off, FrameMax gives you objective feedback you can track over time. Disclaimer: FrameMax is for informational and fitness purposes only and does not provide medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always consult a qualified healthcare professional before making any decisions about your health, fitness, or diet. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: The Gym App at none against FrameMax's 3. FrameMax's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (every 5 weeks vs every 3 months). On price, device support and iOS requirement 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
Both are free to download. FrameMax sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per 7 days. The Gym App asks for nothing beyond the download.
The Gym App ships an update every 3 months, FrameMax every 5 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 3, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | The Gym App | FrameMax |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 5.0 (4 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 4 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | Every 5 weeks — better |
| Ads | Yes | No — better |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | Ad-supported | — |
| Devices | iPhone | iPhone |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 — better | 18.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 5 MB | 21 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Impulse Apps Inc. | Michal Zajaczkowski |
In-app purchases
The Gym App
No in-app purchases
FrameMax
- Weekly Subscription$3.997 Days
- Monthly Subscription$9.991 Month
- Yearly Subscription$99.991 Year
