SigmaLifting vs Handstand Pro
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
SigmaLifting
This app streamlines powerlifting program design by eliminating spreadsheet reliance. It allows for quick setup of percentage-based prescriptions, RPE targets, and deloads, with features for reusable templates and instant updates. Train offline with all data stored locally.
- Percentage-based weight programming
- RPE target tracking
- Automatic deload calculations
- Reusable training templates
- Offline functionality
- Export to spreadsheet/JSON
- Variable logging options
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STOP FIGHTING SPREADSHEETS. START TRAINING. SigmaLifting is a purpose-built programming app for powerlifting. It helps you set up percentage-based prescriptions, RPE targets, backoff sets, fatigue drops, and deloads in minutes—without the fragility of formulas or the hassle of spreadsheet upkeep. PROGRAM ONCE, RUN FOREVER Build reusable templates and run them again anytime with clean, cycle-by-cycle tracking. REAL PROGRAMMING LOGIC, NO SPREADSHEET WORKAROUNDS Percentages, 1RM anchoring, backoff sets, fatigue drops, and straightforward deloads are built in. No cell references, hidden formulas, or broken links. INSTANT UPDATES Adjust a 1RM, change a percentage, or refine your plan and see your prescriptions update immediately. 100% OFFLINE. NO ACCOUNT REQUIRED. Your data stays on your device. No cloud, no login. EXPORT AND SHARE WITH CONFIDENCE And yes, you can export everything as clear, readable spreadsheets (XLSX) or JSON anytime—and import them back. Share programs with training partners and keep results identical across devices. KEY FEATURES • Blocks & periodization — structure multi-week training phases • Set groups — program identical sets efficiently • Percentage-based weights — link prescriptions to squat, bench, or deadlift 1RM • 1RM anchoring — tie accessories to main lift maxes • Backoff sets — auto-calculate from prior set performance • Fatigue drops — reduce load when RPE exceeds your threshold • Simple deloads — final week auto-calculates from the previous week • Variable logging — track weight, reps, RPE, or your preferred combination • Auto-suggested weights — recommendations based on 1RM, reps, and target RPE DESIGNED FOR MOBILE Spreadsheets weren't made for phones. SigmaLifting is. You get the same programming depth with a fast, clean interface that fits how you actually train. WHO IT'S FOR Powerlifters, strength athletes, and coaches who build plans with percentages, RPE, or both. If you’ve ever maintained a training block in Sheets and wished it felt simpler and more reliable, SigmaLifting is built for you.
Handstand Pro
Learn to hold a handstand with a personalized program. It assesses your current level and provides tailored drills to build strength, balance, and confidence. Track your progress and achieve your goals with guided sessions and consistent practice.
- Personalized level assessment
- Skill tree progression
- Safe bail-out training
- Wrist warm-up routines
- Guided timed sessions
- Progress tracking and personal bests
- Consistency rewards (streaks, badges)
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Hold a handstand. For real. Handstand Pro teaches you to balance on your hands with a real program, not random tutorials watched out of order. You take a 2-minute level test, the app finds exactly where you're at, and gives you the drills you need. Never too hard, never useless. 15 minutes a day is enough. Every session counts, every second you gain is logged, and you see your progress in black and white. WHAT MAKES HANDSTAND PRO DIFFERENT - One test, your level. The app assesses your base (core, wrists, balance) and builds a progression made for you. - A clear path. A skill tree guides you from your very first hold at the wall to a freestanding handstand. You unlock what's next by mastering the step you're on. - Fear of falling, treated as a skill. The "Cartwheel bail out" module teaches you to come down safely before you ever attempt freestanding balance. It's the number one blocker for adults, and it's solved in two sessions. - Wrists protected. Every session starts with their guided warm-up: 5 minutes that prevent the vast majority of pain. - Guided sessions. Timer, spoken countdown, coaching cues and a video demo for every drill. - Your records tracked. The app times your best holds and celebrates every new personal best. Handstand progress is invisible day to day and spectacular month to month: seeing it is what keeps you going. - Your consistency rewarded. You choose your weekly pact, the app helps you keep it. Streaks, badges, shareable progress cards. WHO IS IT FOR? Adults. Whether you've never left the floor or you already hold a few seconds against a wall, the program starts from YOUR starting point and takes you further. And no, 30 or 40 is not too late: Handstand Pro was built by an adult who rebuilt their handstand at 40, on a gymnastics foundation. WHAT YOU'LL TRAIN - Wrist strength and mobility, the base of every solid handstand - Core and alignment - Balance at the wall, then away from it - The safe bail out, so you can practice without fear - The hold, second after second FREE TRIAL, NO TRICKS The full program is included in the Handstand Pro subscription: 14-day free trial on the yearly plan, 7 days on the monthly, or lifetime access as a one-time purchase. You're reminded before the trial ends, and you can cancel in 2 taps in Settings. No commitment. YOUR DATA STAYS YOURS No account to create. Your progress lives on your iPhone. Ready to get upside down? Take the test, and start today. Terms of Use (Apple's standard EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://privacy.handstandpro.app
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Verdict
The clearest difference is rating: SigmaLifting at 5.0 against Handstand Pro's 3.0. SigmaLifting also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 4) and iOS requirement (15.1 vs 18.0). Handstand Pro's advantage is update cadence (every 2 days vs every 2 months). On price, review sentiment, ratings volume and ads 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. Handstand Pro sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. SigmaLifting asks for nothing beyond the download.
SigmaLifting holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 3.0. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 2 and 2 respectively. Written reviews split almost evenly too, at 100% and 100% positive.
SigmaLifting ships an update every 2 months, Handstand Pro every 2 days. The most recent releases landed on September 18, 2026 and September 14, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | SigmaLifting | Handstand Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 5.0 (2 ratings) — better | 3.0 (2 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | 100.0% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 2 | 2 |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | Every 2 days — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | Free — better | Free with in-app purchases |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod — better | iPhone |
| Requires iOS | 15.1 — better | 18.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 36 MB | 132 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Sigmalifting LLC | Stephane, Robert,Jean PERRIN |
Customer experience
SigmaLifting
Handstand Pro
In-app purchases
SigmaLifting
No in-app purchases
Handstand Pro
- Monthly7 Days trial$4.991 Month
- Yearly14 Days trial$34.991 Year
- Yearly special offer1 Year trial$34.991 Year
- Lifetime Access$89.99








