STR8 Gym Workout Planner vs Method
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
STR8 Gym Workout Planner
This app creates personalized, structured gym workout plans tailored to your goals, equipment, and fitness level. It adapts as you progress, offering a vast exercise library and progress tracking to guide your strength training and weight loss journey.
- Smart gym workout planner
- Personalized workout plans
- Evidence-based training methodology
- Adaptive routines for 45+ equipment types
- 250+ gym exercises with technique guidance
- Workout tracker with analytics
- Progress photo and measurement tracking
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A gym workout planner that builds your program – not just tracks it. Personalized strength training from your first session. No guesswork. No random routines. STR8 builds a structured gym workout plan around your goals, equipment, and level – and keeps adapting as you get stronger. Your Workout Plan. Built Around You. STR8 is a smart gym fitness planner that generates a fully customized gym program based on your level – beginner, intermediate, or advanced. Every routine is built on an evidence-based training methodology: progressive overload, recovery balance, and structured volume – so your results are consistent and real. Whether your goal is strength training, weight lifting, muscle building, or weight loss workouts – your workout plan adapts to you from day one. 250+ Exercises. 45+ Equipment Types. Among gym exercise apps, few offer 250+ movements with this level of structure – browse the full library and find every exercise you need. STR8 supports 45+ types of gym equipment – barbells, dumbbells, cables, machines, resistance bands, and more – so your gym workout routine always fits your setup. Track Everything. See the Progress. Log every set, rep, and weight with an intuitive workout tracker. Built-in analytics show your strength progress over time. Track body weight, measurements, and progress photos to see your full transformation – all in one place. Tips That Move You Forward Get personalized workout tips and technique advice throughout your training to stay on track, avoid plateaus, and build strength week after week. STR8 Key Features: ◆ Smart Gym Workout Planner ◆ Personalized workout plan built around your goals and level ◆ Evidence-based strength training methodology ◆ Unlike random workout apps – structured progression from day one ◆ Beginner, intermediate, and advanced modes ◆Adaptive gym routine with 45+ equipment types supported 250+ Gym Exercises ◆ Full exercise library covering all major muscle groups ◆ Clear technique guidance for every movement ◆ Works for any gym setup ◆ Workout programs for women and men at every fitness level Progress Tracking & Analytics ◆ Workout tracker – sets, reps, and weight per session ◆ Strength and performance analytics ◆ Body weight, measurements, and progress photo tracking Coaching & Guidance ◆ Personalized workout tips and fitness advice ◆ Level-appropriate programming that evolves with you ◆ Like having a personal trainer – structured, consistent, and always ready 7-Day Free Trial Try everything STR8 has to offer, free for 7 days. Upgrade to Premium to unlock your full personalized gym program. Subscription options: 1 month · 3 months · 12 months Payment charged to your iTunes Account at purchase confirmation. Auto-renews unless cancelled 24+ hours before the renewal date. Manage anytime in Apple ID Account Settings. Privacy Policy: https://str8app.com/privacy-policy/ Terms of Use: https://str8app.com/terms-of-use/
Method
This app allows users to create custom strength and cardio training programs, log workouts with detailed metrics, and track progress with advanced analytics. It integrates with Apple Health and offers offline functionality for uninterrupted logging.
- Custom workout program creation
- Detailed workout logging (sets, reps, weight)
- Cardio workout integration with Apple Health
- Advanced training analytics
- Offline workout logging
- Rest timers with Lock Screen support
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Method is a workout planner and gym tracker for athletes who prefer to direct their own training. Build structured strength and cardio programs, organise the week ahead, and keep an accurate record of every session in one place. PLAN BEYOND TODAY Create your own training programs and schedule strength or cardio sessions across the week. Adjust the plan as your training develops without losing the history behind it. LOG WITHOUT LOSING MOMENTUM Record sets, reps, weight, RIR, notes and supersets with previous performance close at hand. Rest timers continue on the Lock Screen and Dynamic Island. When reception drops out, Method keeps working offline and syncs when you are connected again. KEEP CARDIO IN THE SAME RECORD Bring supported runs, rides, rows and other workouts from Apple Fitness, Apple Watch and apps connected to Apple Health into Method. Cardio completed in Method can be written back to Apple Health when you choose. UNDERSTAND WHAT CHANGED Review your training history and advanced analytics across strength and cardio. Method keeps the evidence organised so you can make better decisions about what comes next. METHOD PRO Unlock advanced analytics and your complete training history with a subscription or one-time lifetime purchase. Terms of Service: https://methodapp.net/terms Privacy Policy: https://methodapp.net/privacy Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
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Verdict
The clearest difference is rating: Method at 5.0 against STR8 Gym Workout Planner's 3.7. Method also leads on update cadence (every 3 days vs weekly). STR8 Gym Workout Planner's advantage is ratings volume (3 vs 1) and iOS requirement (15.1 vs 26.0). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model 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
Both are free to download. STR8 Gym Workout Planner sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days and Method sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
Method holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 3.7. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 3 and 1 respectively.
STR8 Gym Workout Planner ships an update weekly, Method every 3 days. The most recent releases landed on October 14, 2026 and October 15, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | STR8 Gym Workout Planner | Method |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 3.7 (3 ratings) | 5.0 (1 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 3 — better | 1 |
| Update frequency | Weekly | Every 3 days — better |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch — better |
| Requires iOS | 15.1 — better | 26.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 84 MB | 56 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | GrowthFactory | Cooper Rae |
Customer experience
STR8 Gym Workout Planner
Method
In-app purchases
STR8 Gym Workout Planner
- Weekly Access$4.997 Days
- Weekly Access$6.997 Days
- Monthly Premium7 Days trial$14.991 Month
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- Monthly Premium3 Days trial$14.991 Month
- 3-Month Premium7 Days trial$29.993 Months
- 3-Month Premium14 Days trial$29.993 Months
- 3 Months Premium3 Days trial$29.993 Months
- Annual Premium7 Days trial$59.991 Year
- Annual Premium14 Days trial$59.991 Year
- Annual Premium3 Days trial$69.991 Year
Method
- Method Pro Monthly$4.991 Month
- Kiron Pro Monthly$4.991 Month
- Method Pro Yearly$29.991 Year
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- Kiron Pro Monthly$29.991 Year
- Method Pro Lifetime$89.99
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