Comparison

PlateMathSS vs BodyLab

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

Head to head
About

PlateMathSS

This app simplifies barbell loading for strength training. It instantly calculates the exact plates needed for your target weight, displaying a clean visual of the loaded barbell. Focus on your lifts, not the math.

Highlights
  • Target weight input
  • Instant plate calculation
  • Minimalist barbell visual
  • Fewest possible plates
  • Largest plates first
  • Standard plate support
Features
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Tired of fumbling with plates while the clock ticks? BarLoad is the no-nonsense barbell plate calculator built for serious strength training.• Enter your target weight (45 lb bar standard) • Instantly see the exact plates needed per side – fewest possible, largest first • Clean, minimalist visual of the loaded barbell – no numbers, no clutter, just iron ready to lift • Inspired by Starting Strength: Simple, accurate, effectiveStandard plates only: 45, 25, 10, 2.5, 1.25 lb. Exact loads every time.Stop calculating in your head. Start lifting heavier.Get strong. Get PlateMath.

About

BodyLab

Features
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Build your best body with BodyLab — the science-backed gym app that acts like a personal coach. Designed for serious lifters, BodyLab creates personalized workout programs powered by AI and tracks your progress with precision. Simple: open BodyLab, follow your plan, build more muscle than ever. WHAT YOU GET AI-POWERED WORKOUT PLANS Personalized programs built around your goals, schedule, and available equipment. Whether you train at the gym, at home, or with calisthenics — BodyLab adapts to you. SMART WORKOUT TRACKING Log sets, reps, and weights with a clean, intuitive interface. Less time tapping, more time lifting. AUTOMATIC PROGRESSIVE OVERLOAD BodyLab calculates the optimal weights for every set based on your history and recovery. Stop guessing. Start growing. 300+ EXERCISES WITH TECHNIQUE GUIDES Detailed instructions and cues for every movement. Train with perfect form, avoid injuries, and maximize muscle activation. BODY PROGRESS TRACKING Photos, measurements, and personalized charts to visualize your transformation week by week. ADVANCED METRICS Strength trends, volume tracking, and body stats — everything you need to optimize every training block. What BodyLab users are saying: "Finally an app that actually thinks for me. Progressive overload on autopilot." - Alex M. "Best gym tracker I've ever used. Clean, fast, no BS." - Jordan T. "BodyLab replaced my personal trainer. Saves me hundreds every month." - Marcus R. Download BodyLab and start building. Subscription Information A BodyLab Pro subscription is required to unlock full access to all features and content. Payment is charged to your App Store account at purchase confirmation. The subscription automatically renews unless turned off in your App Store settings at least 24 hours before the current period ends. You can manage your subscription and turn off auto-renew in your App Store settings. TERMS OF USE: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ PRIVACY POLICY: https://popenstudio.com/bodylab/privacy

Screenshots

PlateMathSS3 screens
BodyLab4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: PlateMathSS at none against BodyLab's 2. BodyLab's advantage is iOS requirement (13.0 vs 18.6). 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. BodyLab sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per month. PlateMathSS asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard2 real differences · 6 level
PlateMathSS versus BodyLab: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPlateMathSSBodyLab
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (2 ratings) — better—
Number of ratings2 — better—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPod
Requires iOS18.613.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size1 MB111 MB
Age rating4+12+
DeveloperParth GargavaGregoire Girard

In-app purchases

None

PlateMathSS

No in-app purchases

2 purchases

BodyLab

Subscriptions2
  • BodyLab Pro Monthly$9.991 Month
  • BodyLab Pro Annual$49.991 Year

Questions

Is PlateMathSS free?
PlateMathSS is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is BodyLab free?
BodyLab is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do PlateMathSS or BodyLab have ads?
Neither PlateMathSS nor BodyLab shows ads.

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