Bench Press Builder vs Two Plates
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Bench Press Builder
This app offers structured training programs and detailed exercise guidance specifically for improving bench press strength. It provides automatic weight progression, per-set logging, and a library of over 30 movements with technique cues. Designed for serious lifters focused on increasing their bench press.
- Structured strength programs
- Automatic weight progression
- Per-set logging and tracking
- Exercise library with technique cues
- Multiple proven training programs
- Bench 1RM tracking
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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.
Two Plates
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Bench Press "Two Plates" - the iconic milestone of two weight plates on each side for a 225lb lift. Two Plates gives you the plan, the proof and the private coach to earn your place in this one-percent club. Instead of overwhelming workout trackers, endless exercise databases and gym logging in apps that are nothing but glorified spread sheets - Two Plates gives you a focused path to getting stronger. Built for you. Using a familiar AI chat interface, workouts feel more like talking to a coach than filling in forms. TRAIN WITH PURPOSE • Focused entirely on increasing your bench press • AI-guided strength coaching • Conversational workout tracking and progression • Adaptive training based on your performance • Built for consistency, simplicity, and real strength gains • No bloated workout tracking systems A MODERN WORKOUT EXPERIENCE Traditional gym apps are designed like spreadsheets. Two Plates uses on-device Apple AI to create a faster, more natural way to train: • Log workouts conversationally • Get guided through sessions • Adjust training dynamically • Stay focused on progression instead of data entry BUILT FOR STRENGTH Whether you are chasing your first plate, rebuilding strength, or pushing toward the 225lbs milestone, Two Plates keeps training focused, motivating, and simple. No distractions. No unnecessary complexity. Just the path to getting stronger. BUILT BY LIFTERS Two Plates was designed by experienced strength trainers with a focus on practical bench press progression, sustainable strength gains, and realistic gym training. Everyone involved is a certified Two Plater. The AI guidance and workout flow are built around real-world lifting experience - not generic spreadsheet programming. This is not another average workout tracker built by programmers with no real experience. Two Plates is the AI-guided strength app focused on one iconic goal: bench pressing 225lb. Terms of Use (EULA): https://2pl8s.app/terms/ Privacy Policy: https://2pl8s.app/privacypolicy/
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Bench Press Builder at none against Two Plates's 4. Bench Press Builder also leads on iOS requirement (15.1 vs 26.5). 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
Both are free to download. Two Plates sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Bench Press Builder asks for nothing beyond the download.
| Parameter | Bench Press Builder | Two Plates |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 5.0 (2 ratings) — better | — |
| Number of ratings | 2 — better | — |
| Update frequency | — | Fortnightly |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | Free | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch — better |
| Requires iOS | 15.1 — better | 26.5 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 49 MB | 41 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | Samir Geydarov | Nordic App Studio Ltd |
In-app purchases
Bench Press Builder
No in-app purchases
Two Plates
- Two Plates Monthly$2.991 Month
- Two Plates Max Monthly$9.991 Month
- Two Plates Yearly Subscription$29.991 Year
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- Two Plates Max Yearly$99.991 Year
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