GymLog vs FirstSet Gym Log
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
GymLog
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Lift. Track. Improve. GymLog is the fastest way to log your workouts and prove you're getting stronger — no sign-up, no subscription, no clutter. PROGRESSIVE OVERLOAD, MADE SIMPLE The only metric that matters in strength training is whether you're doing more over time. GymLog tracks your volume (sets × reps × weight) per exercise and shows you exactly where you stand vs. your personal best — before you even start a set. WHAT YOU GET • Log sets in seconds — type an exercise, add reps + weight, save. That's it. • "Last time" card — see your previous session and the volume PR to beat, right on the Log screen. • Personal records — trophy badges automatically mark every session where you hit a new volume or weight PR. • Volume chart — a clean line graph of your strength trend per exercise, with an interactive scrubber to explore any session. • Full history — all sessions grouped by date, expandable to every set, with swipe-to-edit and swipe-to-delete. • kg / lb toggle — switch units anytime; your data never changes, just the display. • Dark mode + themes — System, Light, or Dark. Looks great either way. • 9 languages — English, Turkish, German, French, Italian, Spanish, Arabic, Japanese, Simplified Chinese. NO ACCOUNT. NO CLOUD. NO NONSENSE. Your workout data stays entirely on your device. Nothing is uploaded, nothing is sold, nothing requires a login. GymLog is free, supported by occasional unobtrusive ads. BUILT FOR PEOPLE WHO ACTUALLY LIFT Not a social network. Not a coaching app. Not a subscription trap. Just a clean, native iOS app that helps you log fast and come back stronger.
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.
- Beginner-friendly workout plans
- Quick set logging
- Smart weight suggestions
- Exercise guidance and videos
- Rest timer with Live Activities
- Progress tracking
- Apple Health integration
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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.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is ads: FirstSet Gym Log at none against GymLog's shown. GymLog's advantage is update cadence (every 8 days vs every 3 weeks). On price, in-app purchases, 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
GymLog ships an update every 8 days, FirstSet Gym Log every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 17, 2026 and October 29, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | GymLog | FirstSet Gym Log |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | — | 5.0 (1 ratings) — better |
| Number of ratings | — | 1 — better |
| Update frequency | Every 8 days — better | Every 3 weeks |
| Ads | Yes | No — better |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | — | Free |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad — better | iPhone |
| Requires iOS | 18.0 | 17.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 5 MB | 41 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | IBRAHIM OZKAN | Cold Harbor Studio LLC |
In-app purchases
GymLog
No in-app purchases
FirstSet Gym Log
No in-app purchases







