Comparison

Forge vs Personal Trainer Log

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

Head to head
About

Forge

This AI-powered coaching assistant for personal trainers allows you to log client workouts by simply talking. It automatically transcribes exercises, sets, reps, and weights, eliminating the need for manual data entry. Clients receive instant email summaries of their sessions.

Highlights
  • Voice-powered session logging
  • AI classification of workout data
  • Session history and client management
  • Automatic personal record tracking
  • Email session summaries for clients
  • Voice editing for corrections
Features
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Forge is the AI-powered coaching assistant built for personal trainers. Just talk during your session — Forge listens, transcribes, and logs every exercise, set, rep, and weight automatically. No more typing. No more clipboards. No more forgetting what your client did last week. HOW IT WORKS • Hit record and coach naturally • Forge's AI separates workout data from small talk in real time • When you're done, get a structured session summary instantly • Client gets an email recap automatically FEATURES • Voice-powered session logging — just talk, Forge handles the rest • AI classification — workout instructions vs. conversation, sorted automatically • Session history — every client's full training history at your fingertips • Personal records — PRs tracked and highlighted automatically • Client roster — manage all your clients in one place • Session email summaries — clients get a professional recap after every session • Voice editing — "move that last set to incline press" and it's done • Activity feed — see all sessions across clients with email status tracking • Background review — sessions parsed while you coach, review when you're ready PRO FEATURES ($19/mo) • Unlimited sessions (free tier includes 10) • Group classes — one recording, every client logged • Full analytics — strength curves, volume trends, PR tracking • CSV & PDF export — share progress reports with clients BUILT FOR THE GYM Forge works best with AirPods or a wireless mic. Designed for noisy environments where typing isn't an option. PRIVACY FIRST Audio is processed for transcription only and never stored. Your clients' data stays yours. Terms of Service: https://trainwithforge.fit/terms Privacy Policy: https://trainwithforge.fit/privacy

About

Personal Trainer Log

Features
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Rep keeps every personal training client, workout session, progress goal, and business detail in one focused workspace. Built for independent personal trainers, strength coaches, and small studio owners, Rep helps you remember the details that make coaching feel personal: injuries, goals, preferences, last lifts, attendance, payments, and notes from every session. CLIENT ROSTER THAT REMEMBERS - Store goals, limitations, contact details, rates, and weekly schedules - Capture injury notes, movement restrictions, and training preferences - Filter active clients, prospects, former clients, and clients on hold - Open a profile before the session and know exactly where to pick up PROGRAMS AND SESSION LOGS - Build client programs with days, exercises, sets, rep targets, rest notes, and substitutions - Use the bundled exercise library or add custom movements - Log sets, reps, weight, RPE, payment status, mood, and session notes - Review recent work before the next appointment so no detail is lost PROGRESS AND BUSINESS TRACKING - Track strength progress and personal records from logged workouts - Monitor consistency, attendance patterns, and completed sessions - Record session fees, package payments, and client revenue - Keep coaching decisions connected to real client history DESIGNED FOR TRAINERS WHO WORK FAST Rep is not a generic workout tracker. It is built around the daily rhythm of a coach moving from client to client, needing the right context in seconds. PRIVATE BY DEFAULT Your data stays on your device with iCloud sync on iPhone. No account is required. No data is sold or shared with third parties. REP PRO Upgrade to Rep Pro for unlimited clients, unlimited programs, advanced progress charts, income analytics, compliance tracking, data export, AI training advisor tools, and priority support. Free users can manage up to 5 clients with full functionality. - Monthly: $4.99/month - Yearly: $39.99/year Subscriptions renew automatically unless canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Payment is charged to your Apple ID account at confirmation of purchase. You can manage or cancel your subscription in Apple ID account settings. Privacy Policy: https://237LR.github.io/app-legal/Rep/privacy.html Terms of Use: https://237LR.github.io/app-legal/Rep/terms.html Support: https://237LR.github.io/app-legal/Rep/support.html Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

Forge4 screens
Personal Trainer Log4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is device support: Forge at 3 against Personal Trainer Log's 1. On price, update cadence, ads 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. Forge sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per month and Personal Trainer Log sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 18, 2026 and September 20, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
Forge versus Personal Trainer Log: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterForgePersonal Trainer Log
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (9 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings9 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeksEvery 3 weeks
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFreemium—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Apple Watch — betteriPhone
Requires iOS17.0 — better18
Further details — not scored
Size97 MB15 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperLightbox Studios LLCKarol Jaworski

In-app purchases

4 purchases

Forge

Subscriptions4
  • Forge Coach Monthly$9.991 Month
  • ForgePro (Monthly)$19.991 Month
  • Forge Coach Annual$79.991 Year
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  • ForgePro (Annual)$149.991 Year
3 purchases

Personal Trainer Log

Subscriptions3
  • Rep Pro Monthly$4.991 Month
  • Rep Pro Annual$39.991 Year
  • Rep Pro Annual - 50% Off1 Year trial$39.991 Year

Questions

Is Forge free?
Forge is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Personal Trainer Log free?
Personal Trainer Log is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Forge or Personal Trainer Log have ads?
Neither Forge nor Personal Trainer Log shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Forge or Personal Trainer Log?
Forge ships an update every 3 weeks, and Personal Trainer Log every 3 weeks. Most recently, Forge was updated on September 18, 2026 and Personal Trainer Log on September 20, 2026.

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