Comparison

Strainup vs CaliFit

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

Head to head
About

Strainup

Features
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Strainup is the training app that adapts to you β€” not the other way around. Create your own exercises, your own workouts, teach your movements to the app and share your training routines. WHY STRAINUP? 100% CUSTOMIZABLE Custom sets, reps, weight, time, distance or free notes β€” you create your own exercises tailored to your training. UNIVERSAL TRACKING Forget generic gym apps. Strainup adapts to ALL sports. Create custom exercises for your calisthenics skills, cardio or flexibility work. FOCUS ON THE EFFORT A clean, efficiency-first interface. Log your workout in a few taps and get back to the bar. SHARE IN ONE LINK Share any exercise or routine with a friend, coach or community via a simple link. They import it in one tap. AUTOMATIC REP COUNTING Train the app on a movement in 5 reps. It learns your technique using your iPhone or Apple Watch accelerometer β€” then counts your reps in real time, no screen touching needed. No more wondering how many reps you've done. APPLE INTEGRATION β€’ Live Activities: Follow your session from the lock screen β€” rest timer and current set without unlocking your iPhone. β€’ Apple Watch: Validate your sets, track your reps and control your workout from your wrist. β€’ Widgets: Today's workout on your home screen β€” no need to open the app to remember your session. KEY FEATURES β€’ Automatic rest timer with background tracking β€’ Reorder exercises during your session β€’ Detailed history of your sessions and progress GREAT FOR β€’ Calisthenics & Street Workout β€’ CrossFit & Functional Fitness β€’ Weightlifting & Strength Training β€’ Running & Cardio β€’ Yoga & Mobility SUPPORT & FEEDBACK Have a feature idea? Don't hesitate to suggest it β€” we build Strainup thanks to your feedback. Email: app@strainup.fr Privacy: https://www.strainup.fr/privacy Terms: https://www.strainup.fr/terms Download Strainup and take control of your progress.

About

CaliFit

Features
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LevelUp Calisthenics is a skill-based training log that helps you build real strength with clear progressions, simple workouts, and visual momentum. Train the fundamentals or chase advanced goals like handstands, L-sits, muscle-ups, and levers. Each skill is broken into practical steps, so you always know what to work on next. Log your sessions, track consistency, and watch your progress build over time. Key Features: Skill Progressions: Follow structured steps from beginner basics to elite goals. Workout Sessions: Build and run workouts that match your current level and equipment. Progress Tracking: See completion, streaks, and improvements across your training. Clean, Fast UI: Designed for quick logging during real workouts. Made for Bodyweight Training: Focused on calisthenics, not generic gym templates. Whether you’re starting from zero or refining advanced skills, LevelUp Calisthenics keeps your training organized, measurable, and motivating. Note: Always consult a physician before starting a new fitness program.dding accurate screenshots of your app on the newest devices can help you represent the app's user experience. Keep in mind that we'll use these screenshots for all display sizes and localizations. Screenshots are only required for iOS apps, and only the first 3 will be used on the app installation sheets.

Screenshots

Strainup4 screens
CaliFit4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: Strainup at Free against CaliFit's $1.99. Strainup also leads on iOS requirement (18.6 vs 26.0). CaliFit's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 2). On update cadence, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price Β· Rating Β· Positive reviews Β· Number of ratings Β· Update frequency Β· Ads Β· In-app purchases Β· Monetization Β· Best chart rank Β· Devices Β· Requires iOS

CostPrice Β· In-app purchases Β· Ads Β· Monetization

Strainup is free to download; CaliFit costs $1.99 up front. Strainup sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month. CaliFit asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Strainup ships an update fortnightly, CaliFit every 4 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 9, 2026 and September 10, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences Β· 3 level
Strainup versus CaliFit: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterStrainupCaliFit
PriceFree β€” better$1.99
Update frequencyFortnightly β€” betterEvery 4 weeks
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo β€” better
DevicesiPhone, Apple WatchiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS18.6 β€” better26.0
Further details β€” not scored
Size13 MB36 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperVictor SimonDom David

In-app purchases

2 purchases

Strainup

Subscriptions2
  • Strainup Premium7 Days trial$3.991 Month
  • Strainup Premium7 Days trial$19.991 Year
None

CaliFit

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Strainup free?
Strainup is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is CaliFit free?
CaliFit costs $1.99, with no in-app purchases.
Do Strainup or CaliFit have ads?
Neither Strainup nor CaliFit shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Strainup or CaliFit?
Strainup ships an update fortnightly, and CaliFit every 4 weeks. Most recently, Strainup was updated on September 9, 2026 and CaliFit on September 10, 2026.

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