Comparison

Texas Method Strength Calculator vs Peak Strength

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

Head to head
About

Texas Method Strength Calculator

This app simplifies weightlifting by calculating your training loads for a 6-week Texas Method strength cycle. Track your progress across cycles and lift more weight on key exercises.

Highlights
  • Calculates training weights
  • Supports 6-week Texas Method cycles
  • Tracks progress over cycles
  • Effective for major lifts
  • Simple and effective program
Features
Read full description

No more fiddling with spreadsheets and print outs at the gym. This app calculates the weights you should use, based on your one rep maxes, for a 6-week Texas Method strength cycle. The app also makes it easy to keep track of where you are in the cycle and how you've progressed from cycle to cycle. This general purpose, 3 day per week, strength program has been used by many to add some serious weight to their bench press, shoulder press, deadlift and squat. If you're looking for a simple, yet effective lifting program, the Texas Method is likely for you.

About

Peak Strength

This app provides personalized strength training plans for athletes of all levels, featuring HD exercise demonstrations, smart exercise swaps, and auto-regulated weights. It includes sport-specific programming, warm-ups, and a built-in rest timer for efficient and effective training.

Highlights
  • Pro-level workouts tailored to training level
  • HD exercise demonstrations with technique cues
  • Smart exercise swaps for equipment availability
  • Auto-regulated weights based on set difficulty
  • Sport-specific programming
  • Mobility and warm-up routines
  • Built-in rest timer
Features
Read full description

Build strength to be a better athlete with Peak Strength—your professional strength coach in your pocket. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced lifter, our app delivers athlete-tested training plans tailored to your sport and goals. Why Athletes Love Peak Strength: • Pro-Level Workouts - Get pro athlete workouts adjusted for your training level and see real results fast. • Exercise Demonstrations – HD videos and technique cues for every movement, so you always train with proper form. • Smart Exercise Swaps – Someone is on your equipment? No problem. Instantly replace any exercise with a similar alternative. • Auto-Regulated Weights – Rate each set’s difficulty, and the app adjusts as you progress. • Built-In Rest Timer – Stay on track with timed rest periods between sets. • Sport-Specific Programming – Train for football, basketball, combat sports, or general athleticism with optimized periodization. • Mobility & Warm-Ups Included – Prep your body properly and reduce injury risk. • Simple, Intuitive Design – Log sets, track progress, and follow workouts with ease. What Users Are Saying: • "The videos and cues saved me as a beginner—I finally learned how to lift correctly!"
 • "The exercise swap feature is a game-changer, especially when traveling." • "Love the auto weight suggestions—takes the guesswork out of training."
 • "The programming is genius. I’ve never made progress this fast." Be confident your training plan will deliver results. Download Peak Strength today and train smarter, push your limits, and reach your goals. "It’s like having a pro coach in your pocket!" ------ Peak Strength is free to download. Ongoing use requires an active subscription, available on a monthly or yearly basis. You can cancel anytime. Your iTunes Account will be charged at purchase unless your subscription includes a free trial. If a free trial applies, your iTunes Account will be charged at the end of the trial unless you cancel at least one day before the trial ends. All subscriptions renew automatically, meaning your iTunes Account will be charged for renewal within one day before the end of your current billing cycle, unless you cancel. You can manage or cancel your subscription and turn off auto-renew at any time through your iTunes Account settings. By completing the purchase, you agree to Peak Strength’s Terms of Service (https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/) and Privacy Policy (https://peakstrength.app/privacy).

Screenshots

Texas Method Strength Calculator3 screens
Peak Strength4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Peak Strength at 72% against Texas Method Strength Calculator's 12%. Peak Strength also leads on price (Free vs $0.99) and rating (4.8 vs 3.1). Texas Method Strength Calculator's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 6) and iOS requirement (8.2 vs 16.4). On ads 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

Peak Strength is free to download; Texas Method Strength Calculator costs $0.99 up front. Peak Strength sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $39.99 per month. Texas Method Strength Calculator asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Peak Strength holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 3.1. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Peak Strength has 1.5K ratings behind it against 9, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 12% of Texas Method Strength Calculator's written reviews are positive against 72% of Peak Strength's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Texas Method Strength Calculator ships an update every 12 months, Peak Strength every 5 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 6, 2026 and November 7, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard8 real differences · 2 level
Texas Method Strength Calculator versus Peak Strength: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterTexas Method Strength CalculatorPeak Strength
Price$0.99Free — better
Rating3.1 (9 ratings)4.8 (1.5K ratings) — better
Positive reviews11.8% of reviews71.9% of reviews — better
Number of ratings91.5K — better
Update frequencyEvery 12 monthsEvery 5 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationPaid — betterSubscription
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS8.2 — better16.4
Further details — not scored
Size9 MB91 MB
Age rating4+12+
DeveloperWide Swath Research, LLCGarage Strength

Customer experience

Texas Method Strength Calculator

All ratings9 ratings
Positive33.3%
Neutral33.3%
Negative33.3%
Written reviews17 reviews
Positive11.8%
Neutral29.4%
Negative58.8%

Peak Strength

All ratings1,458 ratings
Positive95.2%
Neutral2.1%
Negative2.7%
Written reviews139 reviews
Positive71.9%
Neutral7.9%
Negative20.1%

Bugs and requests

Texas Method Strength Calculator

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

Peak Strength

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • App crashing when phone is locked or times out
  • Issues with weight and rep recommendations
  • Workout progress not saving properly

Requested features

5 requests
  • Offline mode with local data caching
  • More dynamic and sport-specific exercises
  • Ability to pause/resume workouts
  • Integration with wearable devices
  • Better calendar and scheduling features

In-app purchases

None

Texas Method Strength Calculator

No in-app purchases

6 purchases

Peak Strength

Subscriptions6
  • Monthly7 Days trial$39.991 Month
  • Monthly1 Month trial$39.991 Month
  • Annual7 Days trial$299.001 Year
Show 3 more
  • Annual1 Year trial$299.001 Year
  • Annual7 Days trial$399.991 Year
  • Annual1 Year trial$399.991 Year

Questions

Is Texas Method Strength Calculator free?
Texas Method Strength Calculator costs $0.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is Peak Strength free?
Peak Strength is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Texas Method Strength Calculator or Peak Strength?
Peak Strength is rated higher. Texas Method Strength Calculator averages 3.1 out of 5 from 9 ratings, while Peak Strength averages 4.8 from 1.5K ratings.
Do Texas Method Strength Calculator or Peak Strength have ads?
Neither Texas Method Strength Calculator nor Peak Strength shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Texas Method Strength Calculator or Peak Strength?
Texas Method Strength Calculator ships an update every 12 months, and Peak Strength every 5 weeks. Most recently, Texas Method Strength Calculator was updated on November 6, 2026 and Peak Strength on November 7, 2026.

Other comparisons