Comparison

SyncSet vs SetRoster

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

Head to head
About

SyncSet

This app helps personal trainers create custom workout plans, assign them to clients, and track progress. It facilitates direct communication and integrates with health data for a streamlined coaching experience.

Highlights
  • Build custom workout programs
  • Assign programs to clients
  • Track workout completion
  • Direct client messaging
  • Integrate with Apple Health
  • Client progress tracking
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Stop texting workouts. Type the workout like you'd text it. SyncSet turns it into a real training app for your client. You keep working the way you already do. Training runs on texts, spreadsheets and notes apps. SyncSet puts it in one place: build the program, send it, track it and message your client. You look more professional, and your clients stick to their programs. FOR TRAINERS • Paste or type a program the way you'd text it. SyncSet reads the days, exercises, sets, reps and your coaching notes. • Send it to a client in a tap. • See who trained today and who is behind. • Message clients in the app, with an assistant that drafts replies for you. • Habits, weekly check-ins and progress photos between sessions. • Steps, weight, heart rate and sleep from Apple Health or Health Connect, when your client shares them. FOR YOUR CLIENTS • Today's workout, in a real app. • Log every set as they train. • See their progress over time. • Message you directly. Your clients use SyncSet free forever. Only the trainer pays. Start with a 14-day free trial. Two plans, billed monthly: Starter $29.99 for smaller teams and Growth $49.99 for more capacity. Terms: https://syncsetapp.com/terms Privacy: https://syncsetapp.com/privacy

About

SetRoster

Features
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SetRoster is a private workout logbook built for personal trainers who coach clients in person. Stop searching through paper notes, spreadsheets, and old messages between sets. SetRoster keeps each client's goals, movement notes, program, previous performance, and progress together on your iPhone or iPad—ready while you coach. BUILT FOR THE GYM FLOOR • Bring forward each client's previous load, reps, and RPE • Log sets, reps, load, RPE, duration, and distance quickly • Run supersets, circuits, and standard training blocks • Use a rest timer with Lock Screen Live Activities • Calculate barbell plates without leaving the session PROGRAM FOR THE INDIVIDUAL • Create reusable training templates • Customize a program for one client without changing the original • Keep version history and restore an earlier program • Record client goals, coaching notes, and injury considerations MAKE PROGRESS VISIBLE • Detect load, rep, estimated 1RM, duration, and distance PRs • Track custom body metrics and performance tests • Review training history and progress charts • Export training records as CSV • Create PDF reports with your coaching logo and contact details PRIVATE BY DESIGN SetRoster works without a client account or a SetRoster client-data server. Records stay on your device by default. Face ID or Touch ID App Lock, offline backups, and optional private iCloud sync help you protect and move your data. No ads or cross-app tracking. RevenueCat receives only anonymous App Store purchase records needed for entitlement and purchase analytics. FREE AND PRO The free plan supports one active client. SetRoster Pro unlocks unlimited clients and all Pro tools. Eligible new monthly or annual subscribers can try Pro free for 14 days. A one-time lifetime purchase is also available. SetRoster is a professional recordkeeping tool. It does not provide medical advice or replace professional judgment, client screening, or informed consent. Terms: https://setroster-app.w6828179.chatgpt.site/terms Privacy: https://setroster-app.w6828179.chatgpt.site/privacy Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

SyncSet4 screens
SetRoster4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: SyncSet at none against SetRoster's 3. SyncSet also leads on update cadence (fortnightly vs every 2 months) and iOS requirement (15.1 vs 17.0). 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. SetRoster sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per month. SyncSet asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

SyncSet ships an update fortnightly, SetRoster every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 15, 2026 and October 8, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 6 level
SyncSet versus SetRoster: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSyncSetSetRoster
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (1 ratings) — better—
Number of ratings1 — better—
Update frequencyFortnightly — betterEvery 2 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFreemium—
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.1 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size38 MB10 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperBryce Dempsey智 刘

In-app purchases

None

SyncSet

No in-app purchases

3 purchases

SetRoster

Subscriptions2
  • SetRoster Pro Monthly14 Days trial$5.991 Month
  • SetRoster Pro Annual14 Days trial$39.991 Year
One-time1
  • SetRoster Lifetime$79.99

Questions

Is SyncSet free?
SyncSet is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is SetRoster free?
SetRoster is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do SyncSet or SetRoster have ads?
Neither SyncSet nor SetRoster shows ads.
Which is updated more often, SyncSet or SetRoster?
SyncSet ships an update fortnightly, and SetRoster every 2 months. Most recently, SyncSet was updated on October 15, 2026 and SetRoster on October 8, 2026.

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