Comparison

5x5 vs BarC.

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

Head to head
About

5x5

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5x5 FiveByFive is a no-nonsense strength training tracker built around the proven 5Ɨ5 barbell method: five sets of five reps on the core compound lifts, adding weight every session. Open the app, see exactly what to lift today, tap a dot for each set you complete, and let the rest timer count you down. When you finish, 5x5 bumps your weights for next time automatically — and backs off intelligently when you stall. CORE LIFTS, DONE RIGHT • Squat, bench press, barbell row, overhead press, deadlift • Automatic linear progression — weights go up when you succeed • Smart auto-deload after repeated misses, so you never get stuck FAST IN-WORKOUT LOGGING • Tap to log each set — missed a rep? Tap again to drop the count • Add extra sets on the fly • Adjust your working weight mid-session • Full-screen rest timer with a Live Activity on your Lock Screen BUILD YOUR OWN PLANS • Run the classic 5Ɨ5 A/B routine or create custom plans • Edit sets, reps, and exercises to fit your training • Schedule workout reminders so you never skip a day TRACK YOUR PROGRESS • Complete history of every session • Progress dashboard for each lift • Plate calculator shows exactly what to load on the bar • Syncs completed workouts to Apple Health PRIVATE BY DESIGN • All your data stays on your device • No account, no ads, no tracking Whether you're starting your first barbell program or running a tried-and-tested 5Ɨ5, this app keeps it simple: show up, lift, add weight, repeat.

About

BarC.

Features
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BarC turns calisthenics performance into a competitive ranking system. Log your best results across pulling, pushing, static, and legs & core exercises. Your performances are scored using exercise-specific standards and converted into medals ranging from Bronze to Diamond. With BarC you can: • Earn medals for exercises such as pull-ups, dips, muscle-ups, weighted movements, handstands, levers, planche progressions, L-sits, and more • Build category ratings across Pulling, Pushing, Statics, and Legs & Core • Track your best performance for every exercise • Upload proof videos for verified results • Compete on Friends, Country, and Global leaderboards • Compare results within gender divisions • Earn athlete titles based on your strongest categories • Track your activity streak and overall rating BarC uses your profile and performance data to create fairer comparisons between athletes while keeping every exercise challenging and rewarding. Train. Improve. Earn your rank.

Screenshots

5x54 screens
BarC.4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is iOS requirement: BarC. at 16.4 against 5x5's 18.0. On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price Ā· Rating Ā· Positive reviews Ā· Number of ratings Ā· Update frequency Ā· Ads Ā· In-app purchases Ā· Monetization Ā· Best chart rank Ā· Devices Ā· Requires iOS

CostPrice Ā· In-app purchases Ā· Ads Ā· Monetization

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

Scorecard1 real difference Ā· 5 level
5x5 versus BarC.: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
Parameter5x5BarC.
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyWeekly—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
DevicesiPhoneiPhone
Requires iOS18.016.4 — better
Further details — not scored
Size2 MB54 MB
Age rating4+12+
DeveloperFrancesco CarrerMohammad Adnan Kamil Shaban

In-app purchases

None

5x5

No in-app purchases

None

BarC.

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is 5x5 free?
5x5 is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is BarC. free?
BarC. is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do 5x5 or BarC. have ads?
Neither 5x5 nor BarC. shows ads.

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