GymNotes vs DIY Gains
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side β with what reviewers say about each.
GymNotes
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GymNotes is a clean and minimalistic workout tracker with rich functionalities built for people who want to plan better, log every set, and see real progress over time. Create workout plans or start an empty workout anytime. Add exercises from a searchable library, build your own custom exercises, and track weight, reps, or duration with kg/lb support. GymNotes also gives you a full view of your training history and progress. Review completed workouts, edit saved sessions, and explore statistics like streaks, workout frequency, volume, sets, reps, duration, muscle group distribution, neglected muscle groups, exercise rankings, detailed exercise performance, and plan usage. Features: - Detailed analytics for workouts, muscle groups, exercises, and plans so you can see your progress and how youβre getting stronger over time - Workout history with editable completed sessions to track consistency, review past performance, and measure improvement - Log strength and cardio workouts with set completion tracking for accurate progress tracking - Create, edit, reorder, and update workout plans as your training evolves - Start workouts from saved plans or build empty workouts on the fly - Search exercises by name or muscle group, and create custom exercises to match your training style - Built-in timer and stopwatch with workout timer notifications to keep your sessions moving Some of these features are only available with a Pro subscription. Privacy: https://aziri-dev.github.io/gymnotes-legal/privacy Terms: https://aziri-dev.github.io/gymnotes-legal/terms
DIY Gains
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DIY Gains is the no-nonsense workout tracker built for people who just want to lift. No sign-up. No subscription. No bloat. Just open the app, log your workout, and get back to the gym floor. Simple by design Most fitness apps are overloaded with features you'll never use. DIY Gains does one thing well β helps you track your workouts and see your progress over time. What you can do: β’ Build your own workouts with any exercises you choose β’ Log sets, reps, and weight as you train β’ Track your progress with clean, easy-to-read charts β’ See volume, max weight, reps, and sets over time β’ Switch between light and dark mode Your data stays on your device Everything is stored locally. No cloud account required, no data sent anywhere. Your training history is yours. Built for the gym floor Designed to be fast to navigate with one hand between sets. No distractions, no upsells β just the information you need. Whether you're a beginner building your first programme or an experienced lifter who wants a simple log, DIY Gains keeps it straightforward.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: DIY Gains at none against GymNotes's 2. GymNotes's advantage is ads (none vs shown). On price, update cadence, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.
Scored on Price Β· Rating Β· Positive reviews Β· Number of ratings Β· Update frequency Β· Ads Β· In-app purchases Β· Monetization Β· Best chart rank Β· Devices Β· Requires iOS
Both are free to download. GymNotes sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per 7 days. DIY Gains asks for nothing beyond the download.
GymNotes ships an update every 2 weeks, DIY Gains every 11 days. The most recent releases landed on October 18, 2026 and October 14, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | GymNotes | DIY Gains |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | Every 2 weeks | Every 11 days β better |
| Ads | No β better | Yes |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No β better |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15.1 | 15.1 |
| Further details β not scored | ||
| Size | 98 MB | 37 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | ANDY AZIRI | Jonathan Searle |
In-app purchases
GymNotes
- Weekly$1.997 Days
- Yearly$29.991 Year
DIY Gains
No in-app purchases









