GymPaper vs MyFitNotes
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side โ with what reviewers say about each.
GymPaper
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GymPaper is completely free - your smart training companion for strength and cardio workouts, with no account, cloud, or ads. Leave your old notebook and every overcomplicated app behind. GymPaper brings the simplicity of pen and paper, enhanced with meaningful analytics - and a privacy-first approach. Your data is yours: no account required, never sold to third parties, permanent access and a full export of your entire history whenever you want. Built for people who want to focus on their gains, not on managing a profile or a social media presence. No cloud, no ads, no distractions. EVERYTHING IS FREE: โข Strength & cardio tracking - sets, reps, weights, duration & distance, with a UI built for gym-flow speed โข Live Activity - your rest timer right on the lock screen & Dynamic Island, including total workout time โข Custom plate calculator โข RPE tracking per set โข Custom rest times per exercise โข Personal Records - automatic detection of your best lifts (1, 3, 5, 10 reps) โข Smart workout history to nail progressive overload โข Exercise database with dozens of built-in exercises + your own โข Apple Health sync โข Offline & private: all data stays on your device, no server, no third-party tracking The only optional extra is full data export (CSV/JSON) - and even that's more of a thank-you to anyone who wants to support development with a voluntary tip than an actual paywall. Whether it's bodybuilding, powerlifting, cardio, or general fitness - GymPaper helps you stay on top of it. Available in German, English, and Spanish. Download now and start tracking - completely free. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
MyFitNotes
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MyFitNotes is a simple, powerful workout tracker designed for serious lifters and casual gym-goers alike. KEY FEATURES: - Track Any Exercise โ Log weight & reps, bodyweight reps, timed exercises, and cardio (distance + time). Choose from 33 built-in exercises or create your own. - Personal Records โ Automatic PR detection for weight, reps, and estimated 1RM (Brzycki formula). Never miss a milestone. - Workout Plans โ Create reusable workout templates. Load a plan to start your session instantly. - Analytics & Insights โ View muscle heatmaps, exercise trends, volume charts, and 1RM leaderboards across custom time ranges. - Body Measurements โ Track weight, body fat, and other measurements over time with visual progress charts. - Rest Timer โ Configurable rest timer with sound notification between sets. - Workout History โ Browse past workouts, view detailed logs, and export your data as CSV. - Backup & Sync โ Automatic backups (local + Google Drive). Encrypted backup support for privacy. - Clean Design โ Material 3 interface with light/dark mode and dynamic colors. Built for lifters who want a no-nonsense training log without subscriptions or ads.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: MyFitNotes at none against GymPaper's 3. MyFitNotes also leads on device support (3 vs 1) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 16.4). GymPaper's advantage is update cadence (fortnightly vs every 2 months). On price and ads there is nothing between them.
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Both are free to download. GymPaper sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. MyFitNotes asks for nothing beyond the download.
GymPaper ships an update fortnightly, MyFitNotes every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 16, 2026 and October 12, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | GymPaper | MyFitNotes |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | Fortnightly โ better | Every 2 months |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No โ better |
| Devices | iPhone | iPhone, iPad, iPod โ better |
| Requires iOS | 16.4 | 13.0 โ better |
| Further details โ not scored | ||
| Size | 76 MB | 36 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 12+ |
| Developer | Erik Reuter | Pankaj Jangid |
In-app purchases
GymPaper
- GymPaper Pro Monthly3 Days trial$2.991 Month
- GymPaper Pro Yearly3 Days trial$17.991 Year
- GymPaper Pro Lifetime$44.99
MyFitNotes
No in-app purchases









