Comparison

LiftJournal vs LiftCore

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

Head to head
About

LiftJournal

This app helps serious lifters monitor their progress, build consistency, and achieve fitness goals by logging every rep and set. It offers smart exercise tracking, a streak system for motivation, and custom workout routines. Visualize your gains and track improvements over time with a clean, distraction-free interface.

Highlights
  • Smart exercise tracking
  • Log unlimited exercises
  • Streak system for consistency
  • Custom workout routines
  • Progress monitoring
  • Cloud sync for data backup
  • Clean, simple design
Features
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Transform Your Fitness Journey with LiftJournal LiftJournal is the ultimate workout tracking app designed for serious lifters who want to monitor their progress, build consistency, and achieve their fitness goals. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced athlete, LiftJournal makes it easy to log every rep, track every set, and visualize your gains. KEY FEATURES: Smart Exercise Tracking - Log unlimited exercises with custom equipment types - Track weight, reps, and sets for every workout - View personal records at a glance - Search and organize your exercise library Streak System - Build workout consistency with visual streak tracking - See your current and longest streaks - Calendar view shows all your workout days - Stay motivated with daily progress Custom Workout Routines - Create personalized workout templates - Save your favorite routines for quick access - Never forget an exercise again - Organize workouts by muscle group or training split Progress Monitoring - Track your personal bests automatically - View workout history for every exercise - Monitor improvements over time - See exactly when you hit new PRs Cloud Sync - Your data is securely backed up - Access your workouts from any device - Never lose your progress - Seamless authentication Beautiful, Simple Design - Clean interface focused on what matters - Easy to use during workouts - No clutter, no distractions - Built for the gym floor PERFECT FOR: - Powerlifters tracking strength gains - Bodybuilders monitoring volume and intensity - Gym enthusiasts building consistency - Anyone serious about their fitness journey WHY LIFTJOURNAL? Unlike other fitness apps cluttered with social features and unnecessary complexity, LiftJournal focuses on what matters: tracking your workouts effectively. No subscriptions for basic features, no ads interrupting your flow, just pure workout tracking done right. Start building your fitness legacy today. Download LiftJournal and make every workout count. Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

LiftCore

Features
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LiftCore helps you stay consistent and keep your fitness journey organized in one place. Built for people focused on strength, body recomposition, fat loss, and long-term progress. LiftCore works fully offline and keeps your data on your device. Features: • Track workouts and training progress • Set goals for fat loss, strength, or body recomposition • Hydration tracking with personalized goals • Protein, fiber, and nutrition tracking • Creatine habit tracking • Recovery and soreness tracking • Weekly streaks and progress tracking • Quick daily logging actions • Personalized onboarding and training setup • Clean, fast, distraction-free interface • No account required • Works fully offline • Data stays on your device LiftCore Pro: • Smart Coach insights • Recovery intelligence • Advanced analytics • Contextual reminders • Templates and additional features • Future premium updates and improvements Privacy: • No account required • No tracking • No external servers required for core functionality • Your data stays local on your device Subscription Terms: Payment will be charged to your Apple ID account at confirmation of purchase. Subscriptions automatically renew unless canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. You can manage or cancel your subscription in your App Store account settings after purchase. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://kefka.vercel.app/liftcore

Screenshots

LiftJournal4 screens
LiftCore3 screens

Verdict

The call

LiftJournal and LiftCore are too close to call on the numbers: across 5 compared parameters — price, ads, in-app purchases and device support among them — neither pulls far enough ahead to decide it. What separates them is feature set and interface, not measurable difference.

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. LiftJournal sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month and LiftCore sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ScorecardNo meaningful differences
LiftJournal versus LiftCore: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterLiftJournalLiftCore
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (4 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings4 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 10 days—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFreemium—
DevicesiPhone, iPad — betteriPhone
Requires iOS26.026.0
Further details — not scored
Size13 MB4 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperGeorge VargheseARMAN GABOYAN

In-app purchases

2 purchases

LiftJournal

Subscriptions2
  • Monthly with free trial7 Days trial$2.991 Month
  • LiftJournal Pro$2.991 Month
3 purchases

LiftCore

Subscriptions2
  • LiftCore Pro Monthly$3.991 Month
  • LiftCore Pro Yearly$24.991 Year
One-time1
  • LiftCore Pro Lifetime$49.99

Questions

Is LiftJournal free?
LiftJournal is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is LiftCore free?
LiftCore is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do LiftJournal or LiftCore have ads?
Neither LiftJournal nor LiftCore shows ads.

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