# MacroFactor Workouts vs STAG Training

The clearest difference is monetization model: STAG Training at free with in-app purchases against MacroFactor Workouts's subscription. STAG Training also leads on review sentiment (100% vs 74%) and update cadence (every 4 days vs every 10 days). MacroFactor Workouts's advantage is ratings volume (4.9K vs 4) and chart position (#142 vs unranked). On price, rating, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. MacroFactor Workouts sells 7 in-app purchases, starting at $11.99 per month and STAG Training sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $4.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

STAG Training holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: MacroFactor Workouts has 4.9K ratings behind it against 4, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 74% of MacroFactor Workouts's written reviews are positive against 100% of STAG Training's.

MacroFactor Workouts ships an update every 10 days, STAG Training every 4 days. The most recent releases landed on November 5, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | MacroFactor Workouts | STAG Training |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.8 (4.9K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/macrofactor-workouts-tracker/id6737156524/reviews) | **[5.0 (4 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/stag-training/id6760601043/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **4.9K** | 4 |
| Positive reviews | 74.2% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 10 days | **Every 4 days** |
| Monetization | Subscription | **Free with in-app purchases** |
| Best chart rank | **#142** | — |
| Size | 299 MB | 38 MB |
| Requires iOS | 18.0 | **15.1** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 9+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Stronger By Science Technologies LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1553503473) | [Tyler DeSchutter](https://appshunter.io/developer/1883401458) |

## What reviewers say

### MacroFactor Workouts

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/macrofactor-workouts-tracker/id6737156524)

**Currently charting:** #142 Top Grossing · Health & Fitness (US App Store)

This app offers science-based, personalized workout routines and an intuitive tracker for strength training. It automatically adjusts your plan based on progress and allows for custom routines, home gym setups, and detailed progress monitoring.

**Highlights:** Personalized workout routines, Intuitive workout tracker, Automatic progression adjustments, Home gym equipment customization, Progress charts and data insights, Exercise technique videos, Plate and PR calculators

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (7)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly Subscription | $11.99 | per month |
| Monthly Subscription | $11.99 | per month |
| Semiannual Subscription | $47.99 | per 6 months |
| Semiannual Subscription | $47.99 | per 6 months |
| Annual Subscription | $71.99 | per year |
| Annual Subscription | $71.99 | per year |
| Annual Subscription Bundle | $89.99 | per year |


### STAG Training

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/stag-training/id6760601043)

Instantly create personalized strength and conditioning workouts based on your goals, equipment, and target muscles. Log your sets, track progress, and access a vast exercise library with advanced training techniques. Adapts to any training environment, from full gyms to minimal equipment setups.

**Highlights:** Unlimited workout generations, Customizable workout builder, Extensive exercise library, Advanced training intensifiers, Workout logging and history, Smart equipment filtering

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| STAG Monthly | $4.99 | per month |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is MacroFactor Workouts free?

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

### Is STAG Training free?

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

### Which has better reviews, MacroFactor Workouts or STAG Training?

STAG Training is rated higher. MacroFactor Workouts averages 4.8 out of 5 from 4.9K ratings, while STAG Training averages 5.0 from 4 ratings.

### Do MacroFactor Workouts or STAG Training have ads?

Neither MacroFactor Workouts nor STAG Training shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, MacroFactor Workouts or STAG Training?

MacroFactor Workouts ships an update every 10 days, and STAG Training every 4 days. Most recently, MacroFactor Workouts was updated on November 5, 2026 and STAG Training on October 31, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*