# GymBook vs Gym Log+

The clearest difference is review sentiment: GymBook at 95% against Gym Log+'s 64%. GymBook also leads on rating (4.8 vs 4.5) and ratings volume (2.4K vs 699). Gym Log+'s advantage is update cadence (every 2 days vs weekly). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. GymBook sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month and Gym Log+ sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 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. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 2.4K and 699 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 95% of GymBook's written reviews are positive against 64% of Gym Log+'s.

GymBook ships an update weekly, Gym Log+ every 2 days. Both last shipped on November 6, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | GymBook | Gym Log+ |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.8 (2.4K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gymbook-workout-tracker-and-log/id650113307/reviews)** | [4.5 (699 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gym-log-plus-workout-tracker/id871239624/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **2.4K** | 699 |
| Positive reviews | **94.7% of reviews** | 64.2% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Weekly | **Every 2 days** |
| Monetization | Freemium | Freemium |
| Size | 398 MB | 124 MB |
| Requires iOS | **16.4** | 26.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch | iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [Appwise GmbH](https://appshunter.io/developer/646751787) | [Minds Aspire, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/531168197) |

## 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


### Gym Log+

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gym-log-plus-workout-tracker/id871239624)

This app is a fast and private workout tracker designed for logging lifting sets quickly. It offers comprehensive features for tracking exercises, routines, and progress, with a focus on user privacy and data ownership. It supports Apple Watch for standalone tracking and integrates with Apple Health.

**Highlights:** Fast set logging, Autofill and rest timers, Supersets and drop sets, Standalone Apple Watch tracking, Routine and program building, Progress charts and stats, Body tracking and photos

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

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Pro Monthly | $4.99 | per month |
| Pro Yearly | $29.99 | per year |
| Upgrade | $79.99 | one-time |
| Pro Lifetime | $79.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 💪 Versatile and customizable
- 🔍 Detailed exercise tracking
- ⏱️ Helpful rest timers
- 📊 Tracks progress and PRs
- 🔒 No subscription required

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Bugs and crashes reported
- 🔄 Sync issues between devices
- 🗂️ Limited workout routine options
- 🔍 Difficult to add/edit exercises
- ⌚ Apple Watch app issues

**Reported bugs**

- Workouts disappearing or reverting
- Inability to delete or edit individual sets
- Keyboard issues when editing exercise notes
- Sync problems between iPhone and Apple Watch
- Crashes and black screen issues after updates

**Requested features**

- Add ability to edit order of exercises
- Implement cloud sync between devices
- Improve Apple Watch app functionality
- Expand exercise database with more options
- Add ability to track duration-based exercises


## Frequently asked questions

### Is GymBook free?

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

### Is Gym Log+ free?

Gym Log+ is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, GymBook or Gym Log+?

GymBook is rated higher. GymBook averages 4.8 out of 5 from 2.4K ratings, while Gym Log+ averages 4.5 from 699 ratings.

### Do GymBook or Gym Log+ have ads?

Neither GymBook nor Gym Log+ shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, GymBook or Gym Log+?

GymBook ships an update weekly, and Gym Log+ every 2 days. Most recently, GymBook was updated on November 6, 2026 and Gym Log+ on November 6, 2026.

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