Comparison

Bench 225 vs Forge

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

Head to head
About

Bench 225

This app provides a structured 7-week program designed to help you increase your bench press strength. It offers progressive overload and a clear plan without complex features or subscriptions.

Highlights
  • 7-week bench press program
  • Built-in reset week
  • Structured progression
  • Final test week
  • Progress tracking with projections
  • Run program anytime
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A simple, easy-to-follow program built to move you toward a 225 lb bench. No PDFs. No subscriptions. No endless customization. No coaches. No check-ins. No spreadsheets. No guessing. Just a clear plan. Benching 225 isn’t a trick. It’s consistency, progressive overload, and strong fundamentals. Bench 225 gives you a structured 7-week program designed to build strength safely and realistically. If you want to stop guessing what to do on bench day, this is for you. WHAT YOU GET • A complete 7-week, 2-day-per-week bench program • A built-in reset week to protect your shoulders • Structured progression based on your current strength • A final test week to measure real progress • Progress tracking with projections • A program you can run again anytime WHO IT'S FOR • Lifters who want a stronger bench • Anyone chasing the 225 milestone • Beginners (6+ months training) through intermediate lifters This is not a bodybuilding app. This is not an elite powerlifting program. It’s a simple, proven strength plan. HOW IT WORKS Enter your current bench strength. The app generates your program. Follow it for 7 weeks. Get stronger. That’s it. One-Time Purchase, Lifetime Access (App requires a one-time purchase granting lifetime access). Unlock your program with a single purchase. No subscription. No recurring charges. Strength takes time. This app gives you structure. PRIVACY POLICY: https://bench225.app/privacy TERMS OF USE: https://bench225.app/terms DISCLAIMER: https://bench225.app/disclaimer Need help? Email us at help@phystech.llc

About

Forge

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Train smarter, not harder! AI Fitness Coach is your personal AI-powered trainer that creates customized workout plans based on your goals, experience level, and schedule. Track your progress, get exercise demonstrations, and stay motivated with reminders. Perfect for beginners and experienced athletes alike, it combines AI guidance with professional exercise techniques to help you reach your fitness goals faster and safer. Start your journey to a healthier, stronger you today! Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

Bench 2254 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is iOS requirement: Forge at 15.1 against Bench 225's 18.0. On price and in-app purchases 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. Bench 225 sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Forge sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $17.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Scorecard1 real difference · 8 level
Bench 225 versus Forge: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterBench 225Forge
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (2 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings2 — better—
AdsNo—
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationPaid—
DevicesiPhone — better—
Requires iOS18.015.1 — better
Further details — not scored
Size20 MB36 MB
Age rating4+17+
DeveloperPhys Tech LLCaviv glinovizki

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Bench 225

One-time1
  • Lifetime Access$19.99
2 purchases

Forge

Subscriptions2
  • Monthly Subscription3 Days trial$17.991 Month
  • Annual Subscription3 Days trial$149.991 Month

Questions

Is Bench 225 free?
Bench 225 is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Forge free?
Forge is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

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