Comparison

Lift Planner vs PTKit

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

Head to head
About

Lift Planner

Features
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Lift Planner is a strength-training app for people who want a training system, not only a notebook. It helps you run structured cycles, log every set, and get targets that adapt to how training actually feels. Progression that responds to you Training follows RIR-based periodization through the mesocycle. After sets, you can rate how they felt; the app uses that to tune upcoming weight recommendations. Pain or discomfort can pause progression so you are not pushed blindly. Deload is built into the cycle design. When weights do not line up with your equipment, the system can adjust reps so the stimulus stays coherent. Built for real gyms Model your equipment, build from templates, grow a deep exercise library (including custom movements), and review history with analytics. Multiple profiles on one device keep households or clients separate. Private and portable Data is stored on your device; you are not required to send workouts to our servers to use the app. Export and backup help you own your training history. Made for iPhone — and more Fluid native interface, Apple Watch support for training workflows, and translations to several languages available.

About

PTKit

Features
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PTKit is the modern coaching app built for independent personal trainers. Run your business from your phone — track every client, log every session, and let AI spot patterns you'd miss. PRICING PTKit offers a free Bronze plan. Unlocking Silver or Gold tier requires an auto-renewable subscription purchased inside the app. See "Plans" below for full pricing. BUILT FOR REAL CLIENTS — INCLUDING NEURODIVERSE ONES Neurodiversity support is part of the Gold tier. One tap during client onboarding enables evidence-based adaptations for clients with ADHD, autism, dyspraxia (DCD), dyslexia, anxiety, depression, trauma history, epilepsy, migraine, or concussion. The AI then tailors program design, communication style, between-session check-ins, and safety planning. Adaptations are drawn from WHO, CDC, ACSM, NCHPAD, the Epilepsy Foundation, the British Dyslexia Association, the Autism Society, and peer-reviewed exercise psychology — not stereotypes. WHAT YOU CAN DO • Client profiles — goals, injuries, medications, lifestyle, body metrics • Session logging — exercises, sets, reps, weight, RPE, mood • Progress charts — weight, volume, and rep trends for every lift • Quick Log — fast in-session capture while training • AI Coach Chat — ask anything about a client's programming and get contextual answers • AI Insights — plateau detection, trend analysis, personalised recommendations • AI Program Builder — generate multi-week programs tailored to each client • Calendar & scheduling — plan the week ahead, never miss a session • Client import from contacts or CSV • Sign in with Apple or Google PLANS (subscription required for Silver and Gold) • Bronze — Free — up to 2 clients, all core features. No purchase required. • Silver — Requires subscription — up to 10 clients, AI Insights, progress analytics • Silver Monthly — $19.99 / month • Silver Annual — $191.90 / year • Gold — Requires subscription — unlimited clients, full AI Coach Chat, priority support • Gold Monthly — $29.99 / month • Gold Annual — $287.90 / year WHO IT'S FOR Freelance PTs, in-gym trainers, online coaches, rehab specialists. If you're running sessions, PTKit keeps your business organised without spreadsheets. PRIVACY & CONTROL Your client data stays yours. Encrypted in transit. Export or delete your data any time. SUBSCRIPTION TERMS • Payment is charged to your Apple ID at confirmation of purchase • Subscriptions auto-renew at the same price and period unless cancelled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period • Your account is charged for renewal within 24 hours before the end of the current period • Manage or cancel in Settings → Apple ID → Subscriptions • Privacy Policy: https://ptkit.fitness/privacy • Terms of Use: https://ptkit.fitness/terms • EULA: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

Lift Planner4 screens
PTKit4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: PTKit at every 3 days against Lift Planner's every 10 days. PTKit also leads on iOS requirement (15.1 vs 26.0). On price, ads, in-app purchases 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. Lift Planner sells 3 one-off in-app purchases and PTKit sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $19.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Lift Planner ships an update every 10 days, PTKit every 3 days. The most recent releases landed on October 31, 2026 and October 16, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 6 level
Lift Planner versus PTKit: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterLift PlannerPTKit
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (1 ratings) — better—
Number of ratings1 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 10 daysEvery 3 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Apple Watch — betteriPhone, iPod
Requires iOS26.015.1 — better
Further details — not scored
Size27 MB47 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperAlexey VinnikDean Mcdonald

In-app purchases

3 purchases

Lift Planner

One-time3
  • Lift Planner Pro$9.99
  • Upgrade to Trainer$11.99
  • Lift Planner for Trainers$19.99
3 purchases

PTKit

Subscriptions3
  • PTKit Silver Monthly$19.991 Month
  • PTKit Gold Monthly$29.991 Month
  • PTKit Gold Annual$284.991 Year

Questions

Is Lift Planner free?
Lift Planner is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is PTKit free?
PTKit is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Lift Planner or PTKit have ads?
Neither Lift Planner nor PTKit shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Lift Planner or PTKit?
Lift Planner ships an update every 10 days, and PTKit every 3 days. Most recently, Lift Planner was updated on October 31, 2026 and PTKit on October 16, 2026.

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