Comparison

Platepusher vs CrunchX

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

Head to head
About

Platepusher

This strength tracking app allows users to quickly log workouts, import historical data from other apps, and analyze their progress with detailed charts and insights. It offers extensive workout plan customization and integrates seamlessly with Apple Watch for real-time feedback.

Highlights
  • Fast workout logging with sensible defaults
  • Import history from popular fitness apps
  • Extensive workout plan builder and library
  • Detailed progression charts and insights
  • Full Apple Watch integration
  • Data portability and CSV export
Features
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Lift. Log. See what changed. Platepusher is the honest strength tracker for iPhone and Apple Watch. Log fast, import your history from Strong or Hevy, see every plateau the week a stall starts. Built for lifters who want their data, their wrist, and their plateaus taken seriously. - What you get - Fast logging. One tap to start, one tap per set. Sensible defaults. Rest timer that actually works. Haptic feedback on PRs, last set, and set complete. Long-press an exercise to reorder mid-workout. Color-coded supersets so you can see at a glance which lifts go together. Import your history. Drop in a CSV or XLSX from Strong, Hevy, FitNotes, Simple Workout Log, Progression, GymRun, Jefit, or Gymaholic. Everything becomes native data - your lifts, your sets, your dates. No second-class imported data. Plans the way you want them. Pick a proven plan (StrongLifts, PPL, Upper/Lower, 5/3/1 BBB, PHAT, nSuns, Starting Strength, Texas Method, and more - 12 bundled), paste one from your coach, drop in a photo of a whiteboard, or build your own in under a minute. 815-exercise catalog covers almost everything; reorder workouts, rename sessions, and adjust on the fly. Real insights, not coach talk. Progression chart per lift with date axis and four metrics (estimated 1RM, top weight, top reps, volume). Muscle-group distribution. Plateau and regression flags based on actual strength science, not guesses. Apple Watch, done right. Start on the phone or the watch - either direction. Live set counter, rest timer countdown, haptic feedback on your wrist. Heart rate captured during working sets feeds a fatigue signal the phone uses to flag when you're due for a deload. Your data, always. Sign in with Apple or Google. Data syncs to a proper database, not iCloud - so it's portable across phones and exportable anytime. Free CSV export. Nothing is hostage. - What you won't find - No AI coach. No "smart recommendations" that are secretly LLMs. No ads. No nagging push notifications. No paywalled progress graphs. No forced re-login every session. - Pricing - Free forever: unlimited workouts, unlimited templates, full plan builder, full history (no cap), CSV + XLSX import, CSV export, Apple Watch, rest timer, plate calculator, supersets, warmup sets, bodyweight tracking, 90-day progression chart. All table-stakes. No exceptions. Pro adds: in-app plateau and regression flags, HR-informed fatigue signal (Apple Watch), Standout Moments (milestone lifts, comeback flags, lifetime tonnage, streak callouts), custom exercises beyond the 815-entry catalog, custom body measurements (waist, arms, neck, more), advanced per-set plan editor (RPE + %TM for wave loading and percentage programming), shareable training cards (1080×1350 PNG), Home widget, Apple Watch complication, weekly Monday recap notification, Live Activity rest timer on the Lock Screen and Dynamic Island, and full Insights (body-part load over time, unlimited progression history window). Lifetime is available to everyone, same price, forever. - Not a medical device - Platepusher logs workouts and shows trends. It is not a medical device and does not diagnose, treat, or prevent any medical condition. Consult a qualified professional before starting any training program. ---------- Platepusher Pro is an auto-renewable subscription. Payment is charged to your Apple ID at confirmation. Subscriptions renew automatically unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Manage or cancel in Settings → Apple ID → Subscriptions. The 7-day free trial on yearly converts to the annual rate if not cancelled before it ends. Lifetime is a one-time purchase - no subscription, no renewal. Privacy Policy: https://platepusher.com/legal/privacy Terms of Use (EULA): https://platepusher.com/legal/terms

About

CrunchX

Features
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CrunchX is your complete digital fitness companion, designed to make your fitness journey smarter, simpler, and more personalized. Whether your goal is building muscle, losing weight, improving fitness, increasing strength, or maintaining a healthy lifestyle, CrunchX brings your training and fitness experience together in one place. Train Smarter Access personalized workout plans, exercise guidance, training schedules, and fitness programs designed around your goals and level. Train Anywhere Stay consistent with flexible training options, including gym workouts, personal training, and home fitness sessions. Personal Training Connect with professional trainers, manage your sessions, track your progress, and get personalized guidance to help you achieve better results. Track Your Progress Monitor your workouts, body measurements, fitness assessments, and progress over time. Stay motivated by seeing how far you've come. Complete Fitness Experience Explore fitness classes, training programs, wellness services, and other tools designed to support your complete fitness journey. Stay Connected Get important updates, workout reminders, class notifications, membership information, offers, and fitness-related updates directly through the app. Your Goals. Your Journey. Your Results. CrunchX combines training, personal coaching, progress tracking, and fitness management into one convenient platform. Whether you're taking your first step toward fitness or working toward your next big transformation, CrunchX helps you stay consistent, stay motivated, and keep moving forward. CrunchX Train. Transform. Thrive.

Screenshots

Platepusher4 screens
CrunchX4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: CrunchX at none against Platepusher's 3. CrunchX also leads on iOS requirement (15.0 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. Platepusher sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. CrunchX asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
Platepusher versus CrunchX: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPlatepusherCrunchX
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (4 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings4 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 4 days—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFreemium—
DevicesiPhone, Apple WatchiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS17.015.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size15 MB33 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperSailQuery LLCMYGYMDESK TECHNOLOGIES PRIVATE LIMITED

In-app purchases

3 purchases

Platepusher

Subscriptions2
  • Platepusher Pro (Monthly)$4.991 Month
  • Platepusher Pro (Yearly)$29.991 Year
One-time1
  • Platepusher Pro Lifetime$99.99
None

CrunchX

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Platepusher free?
Platepusher is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is CrunchX free?
CrunchX is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Platepusher or CrunchX have ads?
Neither Platepusher nor CrunchX shows ads.

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