Comparison

Forge 5/3/1 vs Pull Discipline

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Forge 5/3/1

This powerlifting app helps users follow the Wendler 5/3/1 Boring But Big program with personalized workouts. It offers detailed tracking, history, and gym-ready features, with optional premium upgrades for advanced customization and data management.

Highlights
  • Personalized 5/3/1 BBB workouts
  • Classic Wendler progression
  • Log sets, reps, and weights
  • Volume and estimated 1RM tracking
  • Offline functionality
  • Plate calculator
  • Customizable training percentages
Features
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Forge 531 is your powerlifting companion for Wendler 5/3/1 Boring But Big—built for lifters who want precision, customization, and privacy. No ads-driven onboarding and no required account. PROGRAM & WORKOUTS (included) • Enter one-rep maxes for squat, bench press, deadlift, and overhead press—Forge generates personalized 5/3/1 BBB sessions from your training maxes • Classic Wendler progression with Boring But Big assistance work • Four-week cycles including deload; intuitive week navigation and cycle management • Metric or imperial units—switch anytime in Settings TRACKING & HISTORY (included) • Log sets, reps, and weights for every workout • Volume totals (weight × reps) • Estimated 1RM from AMRAP sets (Brzycki) • Full history with analytics so you can see progress over time GYM-READY DESIGN (included) • Optional keep screen awake during sessions • Dark theme suited to dim floors • Fast movement between weeks and workout detail PRIVACY & SIMPLICITY (included) • No account—ever. Nothing to register; nothing you must log into later • Your data stays on your device—not tied to a Forge cloud profile • Works offline for everyday training PREMIUM — SMART PLATES & LOADS (14-day free trial, then one-time purchase — no subscription) • Plate calculator — visual plate combinations for any target weight • Plate settings — barbell weight and inventory that match your gym • Full calculator access lines up with your metric/imperial choice once Premium is active PREMIUM — TRAINING CONTROL (same trial / purchase model) • Training max % adjustments — tune percentages off Wendler defaults • Progressions customization — adjust weekly progression percentages • Warm-up sets — bar-only and configurable percentage warm-ups before working sets (deload options in Settings) PREMIUM — DATA PORTABILITY (Not included in the free trial — unlocks with Premium purchase) • Import/export — backup and restore workout history via CSV HOW PREMIUM WORKS New users receive a 14-day trial for most Premium features listed above.** Import/export requires a Premium purchase and is not part of the trial.** After the trial ends, Premium remains available as a one-time purchase—no subscription.

About

Pull Discipline

Features
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Train for arm wrestling with structure. Pull Discipline combines guided programming with a fast, flexible workout logger built specifically for the table. Follow a focused plan or run your own sessions while keeping both arms, specialized exercises, and table practice in one place. GUIDED ARM WRESTLING TRAINING • Follow structured sessions for pronation, cupping, rising, back pressure, and supporting strength • See exercise demonstrations and clear technique guidance during the workout • Adjust training when readiness or discomfort changes FAST WORKOUT LOGGING • Track load, reps, and timed holds • Log right and left arms separately • Use pounds or kilograms • Run rest timers without leaving the session TABLE PRACTICE • Record rounds, arm, technique, intensity, and strap use • Account for demanding table sessions in your recovery HONEST PROGRESS • Compare equivalent sets over time • Review training volume and arm-to-arm balance • See what you actually logged—without an invented strength score PRIVATE BY DESIGN • No Pull Discipline account required • No ads or third-party analytics • Optional private iCloud sync • Export or delete local training data from the app Pull Discipline provides general training organization and educational guidance. It is not medical advice. Stop training and seek appropriate help if you experience pain, injury, numbness, or another concerning symptom. Some features require an auto-renewable Pull Discipline Pro subscription. Subscriptions are managed through your Apple Account. Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

Forge 5/3/14 screens
Pull Discipline4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is iOS requirement: Forge 5/3/1 at 15.0 against Pull Discipline's 18.0. On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Forge 5/3/1 sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Pull Discipline sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $7.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
Forge 5/3/1 versus Pull Discipline: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterForge 5/3/1Pull Discipline
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (1 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings1 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeks—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPod — betteriPhone
Requires iOS15.0 — better18.0
Further details — not scored
Size25 MB32 MB
Age rating12+4+
DeveloperMuscott Digital, LLCPavli Shkurti

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Forge 5/3/1

One-time1
  • Premium Features$4.99
2 purchases

Pull Discipline

Subscriptions2
  • Pull Discipline Pro Monthly$7.991 Month
  • Pull Discipline Pro Annual$59.991 Year

Questions

Is Forge 5/3/1 free?
Forge 5/3/1 is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Pull Discipline free?
Pull Discipline is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Forge 5/3/1 or Pull Discipline have ads?
Neither Forge 5/3/1 nor Pull Discipline shows ads.

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