GymRec vs Macho Log
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
GymRec
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Build your training program from your 1RM — automatically. GymRec calculates evidence-based programs from your 1RM (one-rep max): Smolov Jr, Wendler 5/3/1, PPL, GZCL, nSuns, PHUL, PHAT, German Volume Training, and more. No more spreadsheets — every session tells you exactly what weight to lift and how many reps to hit. Perfect for you if: • You want to run 5/3/1 or PPL directly in an app • You're tired of managing a training spreadsheet • You want precise weights based on your 1RM every session • You want to see your progress on a graph • You want to keep each other going by sharing workouts with friends Programs Included — all auto-generated from your 1RM •Full Body (choose 2–3 days/week) •Upper/Lower split (upper body / lower body) •3-Day Split (Chest/Back/Legs) •5-Day Split • Smolov Jr — bench press / squat peaking specialist • Wendler 5/3/1 — classic strength program (BBB included) • PPL — 6-day push/pull/legs split • 5×5 — simple beginner strength routine • GZCL — T1/T2/T3 three-tier system • nSuns 5/3/1 — high-volume variation • PHUL — power & hypertrophy upper/lower split • PHAT — Layne Norton's high-frequency system • German Volume Training (GVT) — 10×10 hypertrophy • Texas Method — intermediate weekly PR system • Linear Progression — Starting Strength method Nutrition and recovery guides included with every program. Auto-optimized for your equipment (barbell, dumbbell, machine, cable, or bodyweight). Key Features Fast logging — log exercise, weight, reps, and sets in a few taps. Interval timer with sound and background notifications. Form animations & anatomy — watch each lift as an animation. See target muscles on an anatomy diagram; tap to switch muscle groups. Stats & charts — volume trends, muscle group balance, and frequency heatmap. Personal records & achievements — automatic PR detection and achievement badges to keep you motivated. Fatigue management — RPE input and per-muscle fatigue gauge to prevent overtraining. Progress photos — pose-guide camera for monthly same-angle comparison shots. Home screen widget — check today's routine without opening the app. Backup & data transfer supported. Train with Friends Swap friend codes and you can see each other's workouts. • Five leaderboards — BIG3 total, your max on any single lift, sessions, streak, and total volume • See exactly where you place, and how much is left to catch the person above you • Open a friend's workout set by set, warm-ups included, and see how it was built • Save one you like as your own menu and use it right away You choose whether your workouts are shared, and you can change your mind at any time. Turning sharing off also removes what you already shared. Log it. Build it. Analyze it. All in one app. Start with one set today. Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
Macho Log
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Macho Log は、トレーニングを「続けるため」の記録アプリです。 種目ごとの重量・回数・セット数を素早く記録し、週間メニューの管理、 自己記録の更新、月間レポートまでをひとつの画面で完結できます。 すべての機能を無料でご利用いただけます。アプリ内課金はありません。 ■ こんな方に ・トレーニングを始めたばかりで、何をすればよいか整理したい ・続けてはいるけれど、ちゃんと記録に残せていない ・自分の進捗を客観的に確認したい ・週ごとのメニューを決めて、ジムで迷わず動きたい ■ 主な機能 【ワークアウト記録】 種目・重量・回数・セット数をタップ中心で記録。前回の記録は自動で 入力欄に表示されるので、毎回の入力ストレスを最小化しました。 【週間ルーティン】 曜日ごとに「胸の日」「背中の日」などのテンプレートを割り当てて 週間メニューを管理。当日の画面から、その日のメニューをすぐに開始できます。 【テンプレート】 よく行うメニュー構成をテンプレートとして保存。複数のテンプレートを 組み合わせて1日のワークアウトを構成することもできます。 【自己記録(PR)追跡】 各種目の最大重量・最大回数を自動で記録。新記録を更新した瞬間に お知らせします。種目ごとの推移をグラフで確認できます。 【部位別の分析】 胸・背中・脚など部位ごとのセット数・ボリュームを集計。 偏りがないか、レーダーチャートで一目で把握できます。 【週間・月間レポート】 1週間/1ヶ月のトレーニング量、達成率、頻度を自動でまとめます。 前の週・前の月との比較もひと目で。 【その他】 ・インターバルタイマー ・カスタム種目の追加 ・カレンダー表示 ・トレーニングレベル(総ボリュームで決まるシンプルな成長指標) ■ サポート ご意見・不具合のご報告は katsuhideleung3@gmail.com までお願いします。 プライバシーポリシー・利用規約は以下からご確認いただけます。 https://macho-4540a.web.app/ ■ 製作 個人開発者 katsuhide が、自分自身が「ちゃんと続けたかった」という 想いから作っています。フィードバックを元に少しずつ育てていきます。
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Macho Log at none against GymRec's 2. Macho Log also leads on ads (none vs shown). GymRec's advantage is update cadence (every 2 days vs every 9 days). On price, device support and iOS requirement 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. GymRec sells 2 one-off in-app purchases. Macho Log asks for nothing beyond the download.
GymRec ships an update every 2 days, Macho Log every 9 days. The most recent releases landed on October 28, 2026 and November 5, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | GymRec | Macho Log |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | Every 2 days — better | Every 9 days |
| Ads | Yes | No — better |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | 15.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 93 MB | 41 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Kaira Murata | Katsuhide Leung |
In-app purchases
GymRec
- Remove Ads$1.99
- Remove Ads (50% Off — Limited Time)$5.99
Macho Log
No in-app purchases









