# GymBook ・ Strength Training vs GAINSFIRE Workout Tracker

The clearest difference is monetization model: GymBook ・ Strength Training at free with in-app purchases against GAINSFIRE Workout Tracker's subscription. GymBook ・ Strength Training also leads on ratings volume (2.4K vs 11) and rating (4.8 vs 4.5). GAINSFIRE Workout Tracker's advantage is iOS requirement (14.0 vs 16.4). On price, review sentiment, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. GymBook ・ Strength Training sells 13 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month and GAINSFIRE Workout Tracker sells 7 in-app purchases, starting at $1.49 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

GymBook ・ Strength Training holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: GymBook ・ Strength Training has 2.4K ratings behind it against 11, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews split almost evenly too, at 95% and 95% positive.

GymBook ・ Strength Training ships an update weekly, GAINSFIRE Workout Tracker every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 20, 2026 and October 18, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | GymBook ・ Strength Training | GAINSFIRE Workout Tracker |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.8 (2.4K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gymbook-strength-training/id650113307/reviews)** | [4.5 (11 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gainsfire-workout-tracker/id1170920787/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **2.4K** | 11 |
| Positive reviews | 94.6% of reviews | 94.6% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Weekly** | Every 3 weeks |
| Monetization | **Free with in-app purchases** | Subscription |
| Size | 393 MB | 60 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.4 | **14.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Appwise GmbH](https://appshunter.io/developer/646751787) | [Raoul Schrievers](https://appshunter.io/developer/1170920786) |

## What reviewers say

### GymBook ・ Strength Training

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gymbook-strength-training/id650113307)

Create, log, and analyze your gym workouts with this comprehensive fitness app. It offers custom exercise creation, detailed logging, and insightful performance analytics with interactive graphs. Track progress, sync data, and time your rests efficiently.

**Highlights:** Create custom workouts and exercises, Log sets, weight, and reps, Track workout progress with graphs, Adjustable rest timer, Sync data with Health app and Strava, Body measurement tracking

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

**In-app purchases (13)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| GymBook Pro · Monthly | $1.99 | per month |
| GymBook Pro · Yearly | $8.99 | per year |
| Timer+ | $3.99 | one-time |
| Themes | $3.99 | one-time |
| Export | $3.99 | one-time |
| Assistant | $3.99 | one-time |
| Cloud | $3.99 | one-time |
| Bronze ・ Package | $5.99 | one-time |
| +Exercises ・ Feature | $5.99 | one-time |
| Silver ・ Package | $6.99 | one-time |
| Gold ・ Package | $12.99 | one-time |
| Platinum ・ Package | $17.99 | one-time |
| GymBook Pro · Lifetime | $22.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 💪 Excellent workout tracking
- 🔓 No subscription, one-time purchase
- 👍 Simple and intuitive interface
- 📊 Comprehensive data and progress tracking
- 🤖 Seamless Apple Watch integration

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🕰️ Cumbersome weight/rep selection
- 📚 Limited exercise catalog (some missing)
- 🔀 Difficulty switching between workouts
- 📈 Confusing progress graph visualizations
- 🔍 Lack of search/filter options for exercises

**Reported bugs**

- Occasional syncing issues with Apple Watch
- Workout data sometimes recorded on wrong day

**Requested features**

- Add ability to copy/duplicate workouts
- Implement calendar view for workout history
- Allow manual entry of weights/reps instead of scrolling
- Integrate body measurement tracking and progress graphs
- Add more pre-made workout templates and routines


### GAINSFIRE Workout Tracker

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gainsfire-workout-tracker/id1170920787)

Log your weightlifting progress with this intuitive workout tracker. Easily record sets, weights, and routines, compare performance over time, and analyze your gains. Customize exercises and share plans with others.

**Highlights:** Create custom workout routines, Add exercises from catalog or custom, Log sets, weights, and reps, Compare performance with past workouts, Track body measurements, Share workout plans, Customizable rest timers

**In-app purchases (7)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Your contribution matters | $1.49 | per month |
| Tip the team | $2.99 | one-time |
| A good push | $4.99 | one-time |
| To infinity... | $9.99 | one-time |
| Professional S | $44.99 | one-time |
| Professional M | $79.99 | one-time |
| Professional L | $129.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is GymBook ・ Strength Training free?

GymBook ・ Strength Training is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is GAINSFIRE Workout Tracker free?

GAINSFIRE Workout Tracker is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, GymBook ・ Strength Training or GAINSFIRE Workout Tracker?

GymBook ・ Strength Training is rated higher. GymBook ・ Strength Training averages 4.8 out of 5 from 2.4K ratings, while GAINSFIRE Workout Tracker averages 4.5 from 11 ratings.

### Do GymBook ・ Strength Training or GAINSFIRE Workout Tracker have ads?

Neither GymBook ・ Strength Training nor GAINSFIRE Workout Tracker shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, GymBook ・ Strength Training or GAINSFIRE Workout Tracker?

GymBook ・ Strength Training ships an update weekly, and GAINSFIRE Workout Tracker every 3 weeks. Most recently, GymBook ・ Strength Training was updated on October 20, 2026 and GAINSFIRE Workout Tracker on October 18, 2026.

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