The Plus Set vs LoadPR
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
The Plus Set
This app simplifies tracking your Wendler 5/3/1 workouts, including Boring But Big assistance. It automatically calculates weights, tracks progress, and features a built-in rest timer. Focus on your training with smart progression and flexible customization.
- Automatic weight calculation
- Plate loading guidance
- Warmup and working set tracking
- AMRAP set prompts
- Estimated 1RM calculation
- Built-in rest timer
- Calendar workout history
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The Plus Set is a clean, focused app for tracking Wendler 5/3/1 workouts with Boring But Big (BBB) assistance work. SIMPLE WORKOUT TRACKING • Automatically calculates weights for each set based on your training maxes • Shows exact plate loading for every weight (no more mental math) • Tracks warmup sets, working sets, and BBB assistance work • Tap to log reps, with special prompts for AMRAP sets SMART PROGRESSION • Calculates estimated 1RM from your AMRAP performance using the Epley formula • Automatically suggests new training maxes after each cycle • Training maxes only go up, never down BUILT-IN REST TIMER • Automatic rest timer starts after each set • Configurable durations for warmup, working sets, and BBB • Choose from 8 different chime sounds • Access timer anytime from the dedicated Timer tab TRACK YOUR PROGRESS • Calendar view shows workout history at a glance • Personal records tracked automatically • PR celebrations when you hit new bests • Export your full workout history for backup or analysis FLEXIBLE TRAINING • Choose which exercise to start each session • Change exercises mid-workout if needed • Customize exercise order to match your schedule • Adjustable training max percentage (80-100%) SYNCS ACROSS DEVICES • iCloud sync keeps your data backed up • Access your workout history on all your devices NO SUBSCRIPTIONS • One-time purchase, no recurring fees • No ads, no tracking, no accounts required Whether you're new to 5/3/1 or a seasoned lifter, The Plus Set helps you focus on what matters: putting in the work and getting stronger.
LoadPR
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Load the bar. Track the record. Nothing else. LoadPR is a minimalist weightlifting PR tracker built around three jobs: log the lift, work the percentages, load the bar. No social feed. No streaks. No AI chatbot. Just the tools serious lifters actually use between sets. ON APPLE WATCH Leave your phone in the bag. Pick a lift on your wrist, spin the Digital Crown to any percentage of your max, and read the exact plate-loadable weight — with a color-coded plate diagram. Works in lbs or kg and follows your gym's available plates. PR TRACKING Log weight, reps, and date for every personal record. Edit or delete any entry — swipe, long-press, or tap the pencil. Automatic 1RM estimates via the Epley formula. Search and sort your exercises by name, recent activity, or weight. PERCENTAGE CALCULATOR Eight preset percentages from 50% to 95%, plus custom values. Configurable rounding at 2.5, 5, or 10 lbs/kg so the result lands on real plates. Copy any number with one tap. Toggle lbs and kg without losing your place. PLATE CALCULATOR A clean visual diagram of one side of the bar. Plates are color-coded the way you already know them: 45 blue, 35 green, 25 yellow, 10 orange, 5 red, 2.5 gray. The greedy algorithm loads the heaviest plates first and shows the closest reachable weight when your target doesn't match. WIDGETS Small, medium, and large home-screen widgets, plus inline, circular, and rectangular lock-screen widgets. Cycles hourly through your most relevant lifts based on your training schedule and how stale each PR is. TIMER MODES (LoadPR+) EMOM, HIIT/Tabata, and AMRAP — built in, no extra app needed. LOADPR+ Unlimited exercises, full progress charts with every date range, unlimited custom gyms and plates, EMOM/HIIT/AMRAP timers, CSV export and import, CloudKit sync across all your devices, and no ads. - LoadPR+ Annual: $12.99/year - LoadPR+ Lifetime: $29.99 one-time - Remove Ads only: $4.99 one-time FREE TIER Track up to 5 exercises, view your last 3 PRs in a mini chart, use one default gym, and run the plate calculator with no limits. Your data is yours — if your subscription lapses, every exercise, PR, and gym config stays exactly where you left it. PRIVACY LoadPR stores your data on-device. CloudKit sync uses your own iCloud account — we never see your lifts. BUILT FOR iOS 26 Native SwiftUI, Liquid Glass materials, Dynamic Type, VoiceOver, and full Dark Mode support. Load the bar. Track the record. Nothing else. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: The Plus Set at none against LoadPR's 3. The Plus Set also leads on ads (none vs shown) and iOS requirement (17.0 vs 26.0). LoadPR's advantage is update cadence (every 6 days vs every 2 weeks). On price 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
Both are free to download. LoadPR sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $12.99 per year. The Plus Set asks for nothing beyond the download.
The Plus Set ships an update every 2 weeks, LoadPR every 6 days. The most recent releases landed on November 5, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | The Plus Set | LoadPR |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 5.0 (1 ratings) — better | — |
| Number of ratings | 1 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 2 weeks | Every 6 days — better |
| Ads | No — better | Yes |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | Free | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch — better | iPhone, Apple Watch |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 — better | 26.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 2 MB | 18 MB |
| Age rating | 17+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Vishal Agrawal | Sergio Ponce |
In-app purchases
The Plus Set
No in-app purchases
LoadPR
- LoadPR+ Annual7 Days trial$12.991 Year
- Remove Ads$4.99
- LoadPR+ Lifetime$29.99









