Comparison

GymRec vs FormLapse

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

Head to head
About

GymRec

Features
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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/

About

FormLapse

Effortlessly track your body transformation with daily photos that automatically align to create a smooth time-lapse. Build a consistent habit with reminders and view your progress alongside weight trends. All your data stays private on your device.

Highlights
  • Auto-aligned time-lapse creation
  • Daily photo habit builder
  • Weight logging and trend overlay
  • On-device data privacy
  • Face blurring for sharing
  • Multiple purchase plans
Features
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Take a quick body photo every day and watch your progress turn into a smooth timelapse video. FormLapse auto-aligns position, tilt and scale, so you don't need to line up a ghost overlay or use a tripod. Casual shots are fine. Your photos never leave your iPhone: no network connection, no account. Weight loss, cutting, bulking, getting in shape: changes you can't see in the mirror day to day become obvious when weeks and months of progress pics play back to back. FormLapse makes that as easy as possible. ■ Auto-aligned timelapse ・Automatically corrects the position, tilt and scale of each daily photo ・No need to match an outline when shooting. Just take the photo as usual ・Creates a smooth body transformation timelapse ・Optionally show your weight on the video ■ Before & after ・Slider or side-by-side comparison ・9:16 share card for social media ・Pinch to zoom and fine-tune the position ■ Weight log ・Log your weight right after taking the photo (or later) ・Weight graph to see your trend ・Calendar shows the days you took photos ■ Privacy ・Everything is processed on your device, with no network connection ・No account required ・Face blur for worry-free sharing ■ Stay consistent ・Photo reminders ・Home Screen widget ■ Plans (one-time purchase, no subscription) [Free] ・Timelapse of the last month ・Standard quality [Standard] ・Timelapse of the last 6 months ・Full HD quality ・Save and share before/after images ・Playback speed control ・Brightness evening ・Apple Health integration ・Auto-save [Premium] ・Unlimited timelapse span ・Weight graph overlay ・Fine playback speed control ※ Videos on every plan include a small FormLapse mark. ※ One-time purchase, not a subscription.

Screenshots

GymRec4 screens
FormLapse4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: FormLapse at none against GymRec's shown. GymRec's advantage is iOS requirement (15.0 vs 18.0). On price, update cadence, in-app purchases 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. GymRec sells 2 one-off in-app purchases and FormLapse sells 3 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

GymRec ships an update every 2 days, FormLapse every 3 days. The most recent releases landed on October 28, 2026 and November 5, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
GymRec versus FormLapse: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterGymRecFormLapse
PriceFreeFree
Rating—5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Positive reviews—100.0% of reviews
Number of ratings—1 — better
Update frequencyEvery 2 days — betterEvery 3 days
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesYes
Monetization—Free with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPod — betteriPhone
Requires iOS15.0 — better18.0
Further details — not scored
Size93 MB4 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperKaira MurataShuhei Yamamoto

In-app purchases

2 purchases

GymRec

One-time2
  • Remove Ads$1.99
  • Remove Ads (50% Off — Limited Time)$5.99
3 purchases

FormLapse

One-time3
  • スタンダード$2.99
  • プレミアムへアップグレード$4.99
  • プレミアム$7.99

Questions

Is GymRec free?
GymRec is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is FormLapse free?
FormLapse is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do GymRec or FormLapse have ads?
GymRec shows ads; FormLapse does not.
Which is updated more often, GymRec or FormLapse?
GymRec ships an update every 2 days, and FormLapse every 3 days. Most recently, GymRec was updated on October 28, 2026 and FormLapse on November 5, 2026.

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