GymLog vs Simple Workout Calendar
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
GymLog
This app helps you stay consistent with your fitness goals by allowing you to create or follow structured training plans. Log your workouts, track your progress with metrics like completion rates and streaks, and receive reminders to keep your momentum going. It offers a clean interface for a focused training experience.
- Structured training plans
- Daily workout check-ins
- Progress tracking (completion, streaks)
- Body metrics logging
- Training reminders
- Clean interface
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GymLog is a personal training log that helps you stay consistent. Create or follow a structured training plan, check in after each session, and watch your progress build week over week. FEATURES • Structured training plans with weekly progression • Daily check-ins to keep your streak going • Progress tracking — completion rate, streaks, and weekly trends • Body metrics logging (weight, range of motion) • Training reminders so you never miss a session • Clean, distraction-free interface GymLog is built for anyone who wants a simple, reliable way to record training and stay on track. No clutter, no noise — just your plan and your progress. Start your first plan in under a minute.
Simple Workout Calendar
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Simple, yet everything you need — Simple Workout Calendar strips away the clutter and lets you focus on what matters: recording and executing your workouts. No account sign-up, fully offline. Your data stays on your device — always. ◾ Calendar-Based Workout Tracking Every training day is marked on the calendar, so you can see your consistency at a glance. Tap any date to view the full list of exercises you performed. Add records by selecting from your saved menus, or enter them manually with complete control over every detail. ◾ Build Your Own Workout Menus Create custom workout menus that match your training style. 7 body part categories — Chest, Back, Shoulders, Arms, Legs, Core, Other Reps or Time-based exercise modes Set weight, reps, sets, and rest intervals for each exercise Reorder exercises with drag controls, edit anytime ◾ Guided Workout Execution Select a menu and start. The app guides you through every exercise, set by set. Displays weight, reps/duration, and set count for each exercise Interval timer automatically counts down rest periods between sets Countdown timer for time-based exercises (planks, holds, etc.) Audio countdown at 5 seconds remaining + completion sound Pause / Resume / Skip for flexible control Workout records are automatically saved to the calendar upon completion ◾ Built-In Metronome Adjustable from 30 to 240 BPM. Maintain a consistent tempo during your exercises for more effective, controlled movements. ◾ Perfect For You If... You want a simple app that just tracks workouts — nothing more You train at the gym, at home, or both You're tired of subscriptions and ad-filled fitness apps — this is a one-time purchase You prefer to train at your own pace ◾ More Features Switch between kg and lbs Fully offline — no internet connection required No account or login needed Audio plays even in silent mode (iOS) Clean, minimal, tool-like design
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Verdict
The clearest difference is price: GymLog at Free against Simple Workout Calendar's $0.99. On update cadence, ads, 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
GymLog is free to download; Simple Workout Calendar costs $0.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
GymLog ships an update monthly, Simple Workout Calendar every 6 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 31, 2026 and October 28, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | GymLog | Simple Workout Calendar |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free — better | $0.99 |
| Rating | 5.0 (5 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 5 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Monthly — better | Every 6 weeks |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 — better | 15.1 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 55 MB | 34 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Ella Wang | YUMA OHARA |
In-app purchases
GymLog
No in-app purchases
Simple Workout Calendar
No in-app purchases
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