Sheiko vs GZCL Method Workout Logger
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Sheiko
This app offers the official Sheiko strength training system for athletes looking to significantly increase their power. It provides 51 training cycles for all levels, detailed bar tracking, progress charts, and demonstration videos for lifts. Users can customize routines, take notes, and export their training history.
- 51 training cycles
- Bench specialization programs
- Bar tracking and analysis
- Demonstration videos for lifts
- Progress charts
- Customizable routines
- Intra-workout note taking
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- OFFICIAL SHEIKO TRAINING APP Is this you? You know how to do a squat, bench, and deadlift, you have been lifting for at least 3 months and you want to get much, much stronger. If so, this app is for you. Simply the best strength training system in the world from the man responsible for more gold medals than anyone else around. Enough said. - HIGHLIGHTS * Bench Specialization programs (in-app purchases) * Bar Tracking and Analysis * 51 training cycles * Training programs for beginner, intermediate, and advanced levels * demonstration videos for the main and supplemental lifts * plenty of progress charts * easily customizable * intra-workout note taking * complete history view with export Sheiko also supports sharing workout data with the Apple Health app. The app includes 51 training cycles designed for all skill levels ranging from total beginners to advanced athletes. What's more, they are all completely flexible and easily modified for your own needs. Excel is nice but this is far easier. Confused about one of the exercises? Watch the video. Need more help? Come visit the forum. We've got you taken care of. Now let's get started!
GZCL Method Workout Logger
This workout tracker simplifies strength training by automating calculations and progressions for popular GZCL programs. It eliminates the need for spreadsheets, providing a clear interface to log workouts, track stats, and focus on getting stronger.
- Preloaded GZCL programs
- Automated progressions
- Simple interface
- Post workout stats
- Exercise images
- Support for Imperial/metric units
- Rest timer
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It's time to stop fumbling with spreadsheets. Start using this intuitive workout tracker built specifically for GZCL programs. Let the app hand the math so you can focus on the thing that matters, getting stronger. Preloaded with these programs: - GZCLP - Jacked and Tan 2.0 - Ultra High Frequency 5 Week - Ultra High Frequency 9 Week - Volume Dependent Intensity Progression - The Rippler The GZCL Method, created by Cody Lefever, is proven to get your stronger. But it is difficult to plan and track the programs using a spreadsheet. And you have to calculate your progressions. And you don't remember what weight you were supposed to lift in the gym. If only there was an easier way... BUT WAIT! There is! Download this app and hop on the easy train to gainsville. FEATURES: - Preloaded programs - Automated progressions - Simple interface - Post workout stats - Exercise images - Warm up, failure, and AMRAP (as many reps as possible) sets - Support for Imperial (lb) or metric (kg) - Workout notes and/or exercise specific notes - Rest timer customizable per exercise
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Verdict
The clearest difference is price: GZCL Method Workout Logger at Free against Sheiko's $19.99. Sheiko's advantage is review sentiment (76% vs 63%) and chart position (#154 vs unranked). On rating, ratings volume, update cadence and ads 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
GZCL Method Workout Logger is free to download; Sheiko costs $19.99 up front. Sheiko sells 9 one-off in-app purchases and GZCL Method Workout Logger sells 2 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.7 for Sheiko against 4.7 for GZCL Method Workout Logger. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 147 and 232 respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 76% of Sheiko's written reviews are positive against 63% of GZCL Method Workout Logger's.
Sheiko ships an update every 3 weeks, GZCL Method Workout Logger fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on November 1, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Sheiko | GZCL Method Workout Logger |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $19.99 | Free — better |
| Rating | 4.7 (147 ratings) | 4.7 (232 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 75.9% of reviews — better | 63.0% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 147 | 232 — better |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | Fortnightly — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | #154 — better | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod, Apple Watch — better | iPhone, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 12.0 — better | 13.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 189 MB | 50 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Robert Frederick | Strongomatic, LLC |
Customer experience
Sheiko
GZCL Method Workout Logger
User reviews
Sheiko
From 147 App Store ratingsWhat we love
- 💪 Effective programming for strength gains
- 👍 Well-structured workouts
- 📱 Convenient app for tracking
- ✅ Works as intended for many users
- 💯 Science-based programming
Room to improve
- 🐛 Frequent bugs and glitches
- 💸 Not worth the money for some
- 🤷 Confusing interface for new users
- ❌ Lost purchases and data
- 🔒 Password reset issues
GZCL Method Workout Logger
From 232 App Store ratingsWhat we love
- 👍 Straightforward and simple
- 💪 Easy to make gains
- ✨ Clean user interface
- ⚙️ Highly customizable
- ✅ Better than spreadsheets/other apps
Room to improve
- 🐛 Doesn't handle progressions/failures
- 🚫 Can't change to kg/units
- 📉 Missing essential features
- ⏳ No maintenance/updates
- 🤷 Missing functionality listed
Bugs and requests
Sheiko
Reported bugs
27 issues- Videos not viewable (private on YouTube)
- App not opening after update
- Lost all purchases
- Cannot access purchased programs
- Password reset emails not received
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- App crashes upon opening
- Date functionality broken
- Blank selection screen
- Workout history deleted
- Input weights resetting
- App won't stay open
- App crashes immediately upon opening
- Front squats don't change percentages
- Cannot change 1RM on front squats
- App crashes back to dock
- Restore from cloud backup fails
- App constantly crashes
- Cannot log back in after reinstalling
- App starts user over at week 1/workout 1
- Bar path tracker is finicky
- Cannot look ahead at program without changing workout day
- Scrolling back to top while entering RIR
- Does not always save weights/notes for auxiliary exercises
- App won't allow 'no' click to view program, forces save
- App crashes frequently
- Cannot adjust numbers easily
- App not loading on iPhone 7+ running iOS 11.2.2
Requested features
15 requests- Add programs for bench press
- Add programs for deadlifts
- Ability to see week/month ahead workouts
- Option to print workouts
- Retest maxes after cycle completion
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- Estimate 1RMs from rep maxes
- Add RPE for assistance movements
- More direction for assistance movements
- Ability to add custom programs
- Support for 5+ day per week training
- Dark mode
- Advanced analytics dashboard
- Full Russian localization
- Improve iPad functionality
- Cloud backup restoration fix
GZCL Method Workout Logger
Reported bugs
21 issues- Doesn't naturally progress weights
- Doesn't change sets/reps on failure
- Can't change to kg
- Settings menu for units doesn't work
- Progressions don't work
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- Rest timer difficult to change
- Doesn't keep notes from previous sessions
- Calculates weight wrong after failure/manual change
- Value input keyboard placement issue
- Previous stats don't carry over
- Newest update broke LP (can't add new week)
- App crashes when starting new workout
- TM has stayed at 0% for nearly a year
- Bug increases weight every time a day is opened
- Checking off a set adds weight to the next
- Can only select same weight increase for all exercises
- Can't exit workout after starting (adds weight)
- Program doesn't show weights lifted (clunky charts)
- Doesn't support decimals in weights
- Incorrect logic for automated progressions
- Crashing when starting Jacked & Tan cycle
Requested features
23 requests- Reset everything to defaults
- Alarm to play even if app is closed
- Options to vary plans (heavy vs. cardio)
- Add TM functionality
- Easier exercise substitution options
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- Login feature to save progress
- Add new exercises easily
- Customizable weight progressions
- Add more T3s and customize them
- Rest timer change for each workout section
- Adjustable progression formula (for men/women)
- Make previous exercises visible easily
- Progression graph
- Apple Health Integration
- Warm up sets
- Rep range customization
- Add/remove exercises for customization
- Graph to see progress over time
- General Gainz workout option (custom template)
- FAQ page about GZCL method
- Total workout time feature
- Support decimals in weights
- Customizable progression logic
In-app purchases
Sheiko
- Three Day Bench Program$9.99
- Small Load Bench Program$9.99
- Medium Load Bench Program$9.99
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- Large Load Bench Program$9.99
- 3 Lifts: Bench Emphasis$9.99
- 3 Lifts: Squat Emphasis$9.99
- 3 Lifts: Deadlift Emphasis$9.99
- Emphasis Programs Bundle$24.99
- Bench Program Bundle$29.99
GZCL Method Workout Logger
- GZCL Pro VersionFree
- Pro Version$9.99
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