Comparison

Overload vs FirstSet Gym Log

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

Head to head
About

Overload

Log your weightlifting sets instantly with a command-line style interface. Track progress, detect personal records, and analyze your training with detailed insights. Syncs with Apple Health.

Highlights
  • CLI-style set logging
  • Auto PR detection
  • Customizable rest timer
  • Strength Map for ranking
  • Detailed training analytics
  • Customizable workout splits
  • Apple Health sync
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The lifting log built for people who actually train. Log a set in three seconds. Type "bench 5x225" and Overload parses it instantly — no scroll wheels, no taps, no fluff. Your last set, target weights, and PR thresholds appear automatically as you type. WHY OVERLOAD • CLI-style logging. The fastest way to log a set on iOS, period. • Auto PR detection on every set using the Epley formula. You'll never miss one. • Rest timer auto-starts after each set with a customizable target. • Streaks that respect rest days. Schedule recovery — your streak survives it. • Strength Map. See where you rank against bodyweight standards (Beginner → Elite+) for every major lift. • Analytics that actually answer questions: training window, muscle balance, 8-week volume trends, this-week vs. last-week deltas. • Custom splits. Build any rotation (PPL, Upper/Lower, Bro Split, anything custom) and pin rest days to specific weekdays — or let it cycle. • Auto-detected muscle activation per session. See exactly what each workout hit. • 28-exercise default library with smart aliases — bench, ohp, squat, dead all just work. Add custom exercises in one tap. • Monthly recap cards designed for sharing. Built into the app, not bolted on. • Apple Health sync — bodyweight in, completed workouts out. Activity rings stay accurate. PRO Unlimited custom exercises, advanced analytics, the Strength Map, and the muscle activation breakdown. One-time purchase or monthly — your choice. PRIVACY Your data is yours. We don't sell it, share it, or use it to train models. Auth via Apple Sign-In or email. Permanent account deletion is one tap from settings. Built by a lifter who got tired of tools that got in the way. Feedback always welcome — support@getoverload.app

About

FirstSet Gym Log

This app simplifies strength training for beginners with guided workouts, easy set logging, and smart weight suggestions. It provides exercise guidance and tracks your progress to help you build confidence in the gym.

Highlights
  • Beginner-friendly workout plans
  • Quick set logging
  • Smart weight suggestions
  • Exercise guidance and videos
  • Rest timer with Live Activities
  • Progress tracking
  • Apple Health integration
Features
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FirstSet makes strength training easier for beginner gym-goers. Follow a clear workout plan, complete each set, log your weight and reps, and track your progress without turning your gym session into a spreadsheet. FirstSet keeps the experience simple so you can focus on learning, improving, and building confidence. BEGINNER-FRIENDLY WORKOUTS Follow a structured strength plan with straightforward exercises, set targets, rep ranges, and rest times. FirstSet helps you know what to do next without overwhelming you with advanced programming. QUICK SET LOGGING Record your weight, reps, and effort in seconds. Your most recent values are ready for the next set, making it easy to stay focused during your workout. SMART WEIGHT SUGGESTIONS FirstSet uses your previous performance to provide conservative suggestions for when to increase, repeat, or reduce a weight. EXERCISE GUIDANCE Review setup instructions, form cues, common mistakes, beginner tips, and helpful form videos before starting an exercise. REST TIMER Automatically begin a rest countdown after completing a set. On supported devices, Live Activities keep your timer visible on the Lock Screen and Dynamic Island—even when FirstSet is not open. TRACK YOUR PROGRESS See your completed workouts, sets, training volume, exercise history, consistency, and recent improvements. View activity for today, yesterday, a selected date, or longer time ranges. APPLE HEALTH Optionally connect Apple Health to display active, resting, and total calorie data alongside your workout progress. ICLOUD SYNC Keep your FirstSet workout data available across supported devices using your private iCloud account. FirstSet is built for people who want a practical, approachable way to get started with strength training—without complicated charts, intimidating terminology, or unnecessary distractions. FirstSet provides general workout guidance and tracking tools and is not a substitute for medical advice or instruction from a qualified fitness professional. Exercise within your abilities and stop if you experience pain.

Screenshots

Overload4 screens
FirstSet Gym Log4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: FirstSet Gym Log at none against Overload's 3. Overload's advantage is update cadence (every 2 weeks vs monthly) and ratings volume (9 vs 1). On price, rating, 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. Overload sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month. FirstSet Gym Log 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 Overload against 5.0 for FirstSet Gym Log. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Overload has 9 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Overload ships an update every 2 weeks, FirstSet Gym Log monthly. The most recent releases landed on October 20, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
Overload versus FirstSet Gym Log: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterOverloadFirstSet Gym Log
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (9 ratings)5.0 (1 ratings)
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings9 — better1
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeks — betterMonthly
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFreemiumFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPod — betteriPhone
Requires iOS15.1 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size42 MB41 MB
Age rating12+4+
DeveloperEVAN LUIS LARACold Harbor Studio LLC

Customer experience

Overload

Written reviews2 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

FirstSet Gym Log

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

3 purchases

Overload

Subscriptions2
  • Overload Pro$3.991 Month
  • Overload Pro$24.991 Year
One-time1
  • Overload Pro(Lifetime)$99.99
None

FirstSet Gym Log

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Overload free?
Overload is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is FirstSet Gym Log free?
FirstSet Gym Log is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Overload or FirstSet Gym Log?
Overload and FirstSet Gym Log are both rated 5.0 out of 5 on the App Store, from 9 and 1 ratings respectively.
Do Overload or FirstSet Gym Log have ads?
Neither Overload nor FirstSet Gym Log shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Overload or FirstSet Gym Log?
Overload ships an update every 2 weeks, and FirstSet Gym Log monthly. Most recently, Overload was updated on October 20, 2026 and FirstSet Gym Log on October 24, 2026.

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