Comparison

RPT vs Workhorse Strength

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

Head to head
About

RPT

Features
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A focused strength-training log for lifters who train heavy first. RPT is built around reverse pyramid training: hit your heaviest set while you're fresh, then reduce the weight and chase strong back-off sets. It keeps the workout flow fast, private, and focused on progressive overload instead of generic fitness noise. Training tools: - Log live workouts with set editing, RPE, rest timer, and completion check-offs - Get RPT back-off weight suggestions from your top set - Generate low-fatigue warm-up ramps before heavy work - Re-run completed sessions as follow-up workouts - Plan templates, plate math, and 1RM estimates without spreadsheets Progress tracking: - Lifetime workouts, streak, volume, and average duration - 16-week consistency heatmap - Weekly volume trends and muscle-balance views - Personal records and estimated 1RM trends - CSV export for your full training history with RPT Pro Private by design: No account. No tracking. No ads. Your training data stays on device unless you export it yourself. RPT Free includes the core training loop: workout logging, starter template, and basic stats. RPT Pro is a one-time lifetime upgrade for advanced analytics, unlimited custom templates, and full CSV export.

About

Workhorse Strength

This training system is designed for experienced lifters to meticulously track their progress through structured 16-week waves. It focuses on controlling variables, measuring work, and advancing one metric at a time with a clear progression model.

Highlights
  • 16-week repeating training waves
  • 4-week rep-max progression
  • Customizable workout slots
  • Support for major lifts and custom exercises
  • Lifetime PR tracking
  • Workout history and data logging
  • Cloud synchronization
Features
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Workhorse Strength is a training system for experienced lifters who want to control the variables, measure the work, and move one number at a time. Built around a repeating 16-week wave, Workhorse organizes training into four phases: 5s → 3s → 4s → 2s Each phase runs for four completed training weeks and uses a simple progression model: Week 1 — Make It Tie your current rep max. Week 2 — Back Off Tie it again, then complete two back-off sets. Week 3 — AMRAP Tie the rep max, then complete three AMRAP sets. Week 4 — Beat It Attempt a new rep max. Workhorse is not a beginner lifting program and does not teach squat, bench press, or deadlift technique. It is designed for lifters who already know how to train and want a structured system for tracking performance over time. Features include: Repeating 16-week training waves 4-week rep-max progression Customizable workout slots and training days Squat, bench, deadlift, press, and custom lifts Mixed lb and kg support Lifetime PR tracking Paused-rep tracking Full workout history Set, rep, and weight history Bodyweight tracking Accessory training Rest timers Flexible scheduling Pause, deload, and travel support Cloud synchronization Workhorse Web performance analysis Workhorse does not try to predict what you should be capable of. It gives you the structure and data to find out.

Screenshots

RPT4 screens
Workhorse Strength4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Workhorse Strength at none against RPT's 1. Workhorse Strength also leads on update cadence (weekly vs every 2 months) and iOS requirement (16.4 vs 18.4). On price, ads 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. RPT sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Workhorse Strength asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

RPT ships an update every 2 months, Workhorse Strength weekly. The most recent releases landed on October 28, 2026 and October 29, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 6 level
RPT versus Workhorse Strength: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterRPTWorkhorse Strength
PriceFreeFree
Rating—5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Number of ratings—1 — better
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsWeekly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
Monetization—Free
DevicesiPhone, iPad — betteriPhone
Requires iOS18.416.4 — better
Further details — not scored
Size4 MB36 MB
Age rating4+12+
DeveloperMichael MooreNathaniel Green

In-app purchases

1 purchases

RPT

One-time1
  • RPT Pro Lifetime$9.99
None

Workhorse Strength

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is RPT free?
RPT is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Workhorse Strength free?
Workhorse Strength is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do RPT or Workhorse Strength have ads?
Neither RPT nor Workhorse Strength shows ads.
Which is updated more often, RPT or Workhorse Strength?
RPT ships an update every 2 months, and Workhorse Strength weekly. Most recently, RPT was updated on October 28, 2026 and Workhorse Strength on October 29, 2026.

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