Comparison

Setwise vs Lightweight

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

Head to head
About

Setwise

Features
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Setwise is a workout tracker built for lifters who want to know if their training is actually working. Log every set with weight, reps, and RIR. Track volume and intensity per exercise. See real progress over time - not just numbers, but whether your lifts are actually improving. Free to use. No ads. Upgrade when you're ready. WORKOUT LOGGING - Log sets with weight, reps, and RIR in seconds - Track every exercise with detailed per-set data - View past workouts and compare performance over time - Access 350+ exercises or create your own SMART PROGRESS TRACKING - See whether each lift is progressing, stalling, or declining - Detect plateaus early - before months are wasted - Track personal records automatically - Analyze volume and intensity trends weekly and monthly WORKOUT ANALYSIS - Get instant analysis after every session - See which lifts improved and which need attention - Monitor muscle group distribution across your training - Understand if your training load is meaningful or just noise PROGRAM BUILDER - Build custom programs with push/pull/leg or any split - Organize training days with drag-and-drop - Follow structured plans designed around your goals WHY SETWISE? Most workout apps just log your sets. Setwise goes further - it tells you whether your training is actually producing results. Every lift is analyzed, every session is evaluated, and your progress is tracked automatically. EXERCISE LIBRARY * 350+ exercises with video demonstrations * Filter by muscle group and equipment type * Create custom exercises with primary and secondary muscle targets * Barbell, dumbbell, cable, machine, and bodyweight movements PERSONAL RECORDS * Automatic PR detection for every exercise * Get notified when you hit a new record * View your complete PR history over time MUSCLE GROUP ANALYTICS * See which muscle groups you train most * Identify imbalances in your training * Track total sets and volume per muscle group * Monthly and quarterly breakdowns RECOVERY INSIGHTS * Know when a muscle group is ready to train again * Avoid overtraining with smart recovery tracking BUILT FOR YOUR WORKFLOW * Dark mode interface designed for the gym * Quick logging - finish a set in seconds * Works offline - sync when you're back online * No ads, no clutter, no distractions DESIGNED FOR SERIOUS LIFTERS Setwise focuses on objective measurement and long-term progress visibility. If you track RIR, think about volume and intensity, and want honest feedback about your training, Setwise is built for you. FREE & PREMIUM Start tracking for free - log workouts, browse exercises, and build your first program at no cost. Upgrade to Premium to unlock: - RIR tracking with intensity insights - Workout analysis and session comparison - Progress diagnostics and plateau detection - Muscle recovery tracking - Unlimited programs Premium is available as Weekly, Monthly, Yearly, or Lifetime purchase. Monthly and Yearly plans include a 7-day free trial. Train with clarity. Measure what matters. Privacy Policy: https://xovasoftware.co/setwise/privacy-policy.html Terms of Use: https://xovasoftware.co/setwise/terms-conditions.html

About

Lightweight

This app helps lifters track their workouts with fast logging and detailed insights for progressive overload. It focuses on session efficiency, personal records, and data ownership, working offline without an account.

Highlights
  • Fast set logging with gym-focused keypad
  • Previous-session placeholders
  • Rest timer with auto-start and fine-tune
  • Superset support
  • Custom exercise creation
  • Personal record tracking
  • Offline functionality
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Lightweight is a workout tracker for lifters who actually train. No social feed, no cookie-cutter programs, no bloat. Just fast logging, clean data, and the insights that matter for progressive overload. BUILT FOR THE SESSION • Log sets in seconds with a keypad designed for the gym floor • Previous-session placeholders — see last week's numbers without breaking your flow • Rest timer with auto-start, ±10s fine-tune, and a floating puck that expands on tap • Sound cues and haptics tuned for headphones • Supersets — alternate exercises with a single shared rest • Custom exercises for anything missing from the defaults • Training notes on every session PROGRESSIVE OVERLOAD, FRONT AND CENTER • Personal records by weight and estimated 1RM — detected the moment you hit them • Per-exercise history with e1RM progression sparklines • PR progression tab with running-max overlay • Volume by muscle group, session frequency, duration trends YOUR DATA, YOUR DEVICE • Everything works offline — data lives on your phone • No account required to start • Bodyweight tracking with a weekly reminder • Light, Dark, and System themes PREMIUM (OPTIONAL) • Unlimited workout templates (free tier includes 2) • Cloud sync across devices via Apple Sign In • AI insights — session reviews, weekly and monthly reports, plateau detection, volume balance Free tier covers unlimited sessions, full history, charts, PRs, stats, custom exercises, supersets, rest timer, and bodyweight tracking. You never lose access to your own data. No ads. No feed. No streaks-as-a-service. Just your training, logged properly. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

Setwise4 screens
Lightweight4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: Lightweight at daily against Setwise's every 3 weeks. Setwise's advantage is iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.1). 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. Setwise sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per 7 days and Lightweight sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Setwise ships an update every 3 weeks, Lightweight daily. The most recent releases landed on November 5, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
Setwise versus Lightweight: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSetwiseLightweight
PriceFreeFree
Rating—5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Positive reviews—100.0% of reviews
Number of ratings—1 — better
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeksDaily — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
Monetization—Freemium
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPod
Requires iOS13.0 — better15.1
Further details — not scored
Size73 MB53 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperHakan GOLGECem Kagan Kayili

In-app purchases

4 purchases

Setwise

Subscriptions3
  • Setwise Premium Weekly$3.997 Days
  • Setwise Premium Monthly7 Days trial$7.991 Month
  • Setwise Premium Annual7 Days trial$39.991 Year
One-time1
  • Setwise Premium Lifetime$69.99
2 purchases

Lightweight

Subscriptions2
  • Premium Monthly$5.991 Month
  • Premium Yearly$53.991 Year

Questions

Is Setwise free?
Setwise is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Lightweight free?
Lightweight is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Setwise or Lightweight have ads?
Neither Setwise nor Lightweight shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Setwise or Lightweight?
Setwise ships an update every 3 weeks, and Lightweight daily. Most recently, Setwise was updated on November 5, 2026 and Lightweight on October 31, 2026.

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