Comparison

Bench Press Builder vs Solo WOD

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

Head to head
About

Bench Press Builder

Features
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Built for the bench. Nothing else. Bench Press Builder is a focused training app designed for lifters who want one thing — a stronger bench press. This is not a generic gym tracker. Every feature is built specifically for pressing more weight: • Structured strength programs • Automatic weight progression • Per-set logging and tracking • Exercise library with real technique cues --- 7 Proven Training Programs From beginner to advanced, every stage is covered: • GZCLP Bench Focus — linear progression • 5/3/1 Bench Press — structured strength cycles • Texas Method — volume / recovery / intensity • Smolov Jr — aggressive peaking block • Hypertrophy Block — chest & triceps development • Samir Levin Method — 7-week peak system Each program is fully structured — no guesswork. --- Exercise Library (30+ movements) Every exercise includes: • Technique breakdown • Target muscle groups • Clear execution cues No more guessing if you're doing it right. --- Track What Actually Matters • Bench 1RM tracking • Training Max system • Per-set logging • Strength progression over time See real progress — not random workouts. --- Built for Serious Lifters This app is for people who: • Want to increase their bench press • Care about structure and progression • Are tired of generic fitness apps --- Available in English and Russian. Supports both kg and lbs. --- Train with a system. Press more weight.

About

Solo WOD

This app generates personalized, high-intensity functional workouts based on your body's readiness, using data from wearables like Whoop and Apple Watch. It offers a variety of workout types, benchmark challenges, and advanced timing features for solo athletes.

Highlights
  • AI-generated personalized workouts
  • Readiness score integration (Whoop, Apple Watch)
  • Customizable workout goals and equipment
  • Benchmark workouts and PR tracking
  • Advanced workout timer modes
  • Lift logging and progress charts
Features
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Stop guessing what to do at the gym. Solo WOD generates a high-intensity functional workout matched to how your body actually feels today — using your Whoop, Apple Watch, or HealthKit data. Recovered? Push hard. Wrecked? Scale back. The workout adapts so you don't have to. PERSONALIZED EVERY DAY • AI-generated workouts based on your readiness score (HRV + sleep + soreness) • Pick your goal: Cardio, Strength, or Hybrid • Choose your equipment: Full Gym, Home Gym, or Hotel Gym while traveling • Don't like a movement? Tap to swap it for an alternative — same volume, different exercise 268 BENCHMARK WORKOUTS • Iconic tribute workouts honoring fallen heroes: Murph, DT, Daniel, Kalsu, and more • Classic named benchmarks: Fran, Cindy, Helen, Annie, Diane, and the rest • Track your PRs on each one — see your time on Fran or your best Cindy rounds • Built for re-running: every benchmark is a recurring test of fitness A SERIOUS TIMER • For Time, AMRAP, EMOM, Tabata, Chipper — every functional training format • Big numbers, audio cues, haptic feedback • Large display mode readable from across the room • FINISH button when you bail early or finish ahead of the clock LIFT TRACKING • Log every set, weight, and rep • Automatic PR detection with progress charts • Rest timer between sets WORKOUT INTELLIGENCE • Streak tracking — keep the consecutive-days count alive • Weekly summary with average RPE • Full workout history with structured AMRAP scoring • Photo equipment scan: snap your gym, Solo WOD identifies what you have WEARABLE INTEGRATION • Whoop OAuth (recovery, sleep) • Apple HealthKit (HRV, sleep, resting heart rate) • Garmin support coming when their developer program reopens DESIGN • Premium dark interface, athletic typography • Built to be read mid-set: high contrast, no clutter • No ads, no upsells, no subscription nags For solo athletes who train in commercial gyms, garage gyms, hotel gyms, or anywhere you can move. No coach required, but Solo WOD acts like one. SOLO WOD PRO (OPTIONAL SUBSCRIPTION) Solo WOD is free to download and use. SOLO WOD Pro unlocks unlimited daily workouts, recovery-based personalization, %1RM weight prescriptions, and lift tracking. • SOLO WOD Pro Monthly — $4.99 per month • SOLO WOD Pro Yearly — $29.99 per year Payment is charged to your Apple ID at confirmation of purchase. Subscriptions renew automatically unless cancelled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period, and your account is charged for renewal within 24 hours of the end of the period. Manage or cancel anytime in Settings › Apple ID › Subscriptions. Athletes who downloaded Solo WOD before the subscription launched keep full access at no cost. Terms of Use: https://solowod.app/terms Privacy Policy: https://solowod.app/privacy Solo WOD is an independent app and is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by CrossFit, LLC. CrossFit® is a registered trademark of CrossFit, LLC.

Screenshots

Bench Press Builder4 screens
Solo WOD4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Bench Press Builder at none against Solo WOD's 2. On price, rating, ratings volume and ads 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. Solo WOD sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. Bench Press Builder asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 5.0 for Bench Press Builder against 5.0 for Solo WOD. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 2 and 2 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
Bench Press Builder versus Solo WOD: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterBench Press BuilderSolo WOD
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (2 ratings)5.0 (2 ratings)
Positive reviews—100.0% of reviews
Number of ratings22
Update frequency—Every 9 days
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
Monetization—Paid
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPod
Requires iOS15.115.1
Further details — not scored
Size49 MB39 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperSamir GeydarovZACHARY JOHN SCHREIBER

In-app purchases

None

Bench Press Builder

No in-app purchases

2 purchases

Solo WOD

Subscriptions2
  • SOLO WOD Pro Monthly$4.991 Month
  • SOLO WOD Pro Yearly$29.991 Year

Questions

Is Bench Press Builder free?
Bench Press Builder is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Solo WOD free?
Solo WOD is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Bench Press Builder or Solo WOD?
Bench Press Builder and Solo WOD are both rated 5.0 out of 5 on the App Store, from 2 and 2 ratings respectively.
Do Bench Press Builder or Solo WOD have ads?
Neither Bench Press Builder nor Solo WOD shows ads.

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