# GymBook vs GAINSFIRE Workout Tracker

The clearest difference is monetization model: GymBook at freemium against GAINSFIRE Workout Tracker's subscription. GymBook 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 sells 10 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 holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: GymBook 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 ships an update weekly, GAINSFIRE Workout Tracker every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 10, 2026 and November 11, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | GymBook | GAINSFIRE Workout Tracker |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.8 (2.4K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gymbook-workout-tracker-and-log/id650113307/reviews)** | [4.5 (11 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gainsfire-workout-tracker/id1170920787/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **2.4K** | 11 |
| Positive reviews | **94.7% of reviews** | 94.6% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Weekly** | Every 3 weeks |
| Monetization | **Freemium** | Subscription |
| Size | 398 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

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gymbook-workout-tracker-and-log/id650113307)

Log, create, and analyze your gym workouts with a minimalist interface. Features over 50 exercises with animations, customizable workout plans, and detailed performance tracking. Syncs with Apple Watch, Health app, and Strava.

**Highlights:** Create custom workouts with pre-loaded or custom exercises, Log sets, weight, and reps with fast logging options, Track progress with interactive line, donut, and radar charts, Sync data with Apple Watch, Health app, and Strava, Time rests with an adjustable timer, Track body measurements and progress, Export logs as XML and CSV

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

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| GymBook Pro · Monthly | $1.99 | per month |
| GymBook Pro · Yearly | $8.99 | per year |
| Timer+ | $3.99 | one-time |
| Export | $3.99 | one-time |
| Assistant | $3.99 | one-time |
| Cloud | $3.99 | one-time |
| +Exercises ・ Feature | $5.99 | 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 free?

GymBook 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 or GAINSFIRE Workout Tracker?

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

### Do GymBook or GAINSFIRE Workout Tracker have ads?

Neither GymBook nor GAINSFIRE Workout Tracker shows ads.

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

GymBook ships an update weekly, and GAINSFIRE Workout Tracker every 3 weeks. Most recently, GymBook was updated on November 10, 2026 and GAINSFIRE Workout Tracker on November 11, 2026.

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