Comparison

IronSets vs Iron Will

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

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About

IronSets

Features
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IronSets — The Strength Training Tracker Built for Lifters Whether you're just starting your fitness journey or chasing new PRs, IronSets helps you log every set, track every lift, and see your progress over time. Comprehensive Exercise Library - 30+ preset exercises covering all major muscle groups: chest, back, shoulders, arms, legs, core, and full body - Create unlimited custom exercises tailored to your routine - Favorite your go-to exercises for quick access - Browse by muscle group with search and filtering Smart Workout Tracking - Real-time duration timer for every session - Intelligent auto-fill: automatically carries over weight and reps from your last set - Previous performance reference: see what you lifted last time to stay on track - Multiple set types: Warmup, Working, Drop Set, and Failure - RPE (Rate of Perceived Exertion) logging for precise intensity management - Built-in rest timer with adjustable duration (+/- 15 seconds) Detailed Statistics & Analytics - Personal records: track your best weight, best reps, and estimated 1RM (Epley formula) - Muscle group distribution chart: visualize your training balance at a glance - Lifetime stats: total volume, workout count, weekly and monthly summaries - Per-exercise history with detailed set breakdowns Native Apple Watch App - Fully independent — works without your iPhone nearby - Digital Crown input for weight and reps — fast and natural - Rest timer with progress ring and haptic feedback - Always-On Display (AOD) shows your current exercise and set - Seamless sync with your iPhone in real time iCloud Sync Across All Devices - Training data syncs automatically via iCloud - Start a workout on iPhone, continue on Apple Watch - Works offline — syncs when you're back online - All data stored in your private iCloud database — your data stays yours Clean, Modern Design - Purple gradient theme with a polished, modern aesthetic - Consistent design language across iPhone and Apple Watch - Fully localized in English and Simplified Chinese - No ads. No subscriptions. No third-party tracking. Built with the Latest Apple Technologies - SwiftUI + SwiftData for a smooth, responsive experience - Zero third-party dependencies —100% native - Performance-optimized: fast launch, smooth scrolling, efficient battery usage Download IronSets today and start tracking your strength training the smart way.

About

Iron Will

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Iron Will is a workout tracker for everyday people who train — not just for people who already know what they are doing. Log your sets in seconds. See whether you are actually improving. Find out which muscles are recovered and which still need a day. No account, no sign-up, no setup — it works the moment you open it, even offline. FREE, AND STAYING FREE â€Ē Unlimited workout logging — the thing you came for is never paywalled â€Ē The full exercise library â€Ē Automatic rest timer and live workout volume â€Ē Personal-record detection â€Ē Built-in plate calculator â€Ē The 4-week starter program â€Ē Your last 30 days of history WHAT MAKES IT DIFFERENT â€Ē Today's Focus — Iron Will reads how recovered each muscle group is and tells you what to train today, in plain English: "Chest, shoulders and triceps are ready. Give your back and legs another day." â€Ē Next Target — for every lift it estimates your one-rep max and hands you the exact weight and reps to beat next session, tuned to whether you are training for strength, muscle or endurance. â€Ē Recovery Brain — a live muscle map showing what is fresh and what is still rebuilding, so you train smart rather than just hard. PRIVATE BY DESIGN â€Ē Works fully offline. No login, ever. â€Ē Your workouts are stored on your phone. They are never uploaded to us, sold or shared. â€Ē Save a backup of your full history to a file whenever you want — it is your data. â€Ē Anonymous crash reports and usage statistics, including your setup answers, help us fix problems and improve Iron Will. They never include your workouts. START IN UNDER A MINUTE Answer three plain questions — your goal, your experience and how many days a week you can train — and Iron Will builds you a real Day-1 plan. No account gate. No credit card. IRON WILL PRO — OPTIONAL, AND YOURS TO OWN Pro adds the depth: the Recovery Brain and Today's Focus, your next-session targets with an estimated one-rep max, progress charts for every exercise, unlimited routines (free keeps 3), and your full workout history (free keeps 30 days). Choose how you pay for it. There is a monthly plan, a yearly plan that costs less per month, and — unusually in this category — a one-time purchase that never renews and has nothing to cancel. Most apps like this only rent. You can buy this one. Free stays free either way. Iron Will is a training log, not medical advice. Talk to a doctor before you start or change a training program. Terms of Use: https://iron-will-legal.vercel.app/terms Privacy Policy: https://iron-will-legal.vercel.app/privacy

Screenshots

IronSets4 screens
Iron Will4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: IronSets at none against Iron Will's 3. Iron Will's advantage is iOS requirement (15.1 vs 26.2). 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. Iron Will sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. IronSets asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard2 real differences · 4 level
IronSets versus Iron Will: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterIronSetsIron Will
PriceFreeFree
Update frequency—Every 4 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
DevicesiPhone, Apple WatchiPhone, iPod
Requires iOS26.215.1 — better
Further details — not scored
Size3 MB45 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperįŽĶ垚 į§ĶFandhaal Studio LLC

In-app purchases

None

IronSets

No in-app purchases

3 purchases

Iron Will

Subscriptions2
  • Iron Will Pro — Monthly$2.991 Month
  • Iron Will Pro Yearly$24.991 Year
One-time1
  • Iron Will Lifetime$57.99

Questions

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

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