Comparison

5/3/1 Workout Manager vs 531 Strength Workout

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

Head to head
About

5/3/1 Workout Manager

This application assists users in calculating their training weights based on Jim Wendler's 5/3/1 strength training program. It's designed to facilitate consistent progress towards significant strength gains.

Highlights
  • Weight calculation for 5/3/1 program
  • Facilitates steady strength gains
  • Supports Jim Wendler's methodology
Features
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This app calculates your weights if you are using Jim Wendler's 5/3/1 program, which promises slow and steady gains that will eventually turn you into the strongest guy in the gym.

About

531 Strength Workout

This app guides users through strength training using the 531 method. It offers workout logging, customizable plans, real-time assistance, and progress tracking to help users build strength and achieve their fitness goals.

Highlights
  • 531 Workout Logger
  • Customizable Templates
  • Workout Assist
  • Cycle Manager
  • Progress Tracker
  • Strength Training Guidance
Features
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531 Workout is your ultimate training companion designed to help you build strength and track your fitness progress with ease. Whether you're a seasoned lifter or just getting started, this app follows the proven 531 method to guide you through your workouts and keep you on track. Key Features: 531 Workout Logger: Easily log your daily workouts with the simple and intuitive interface. Customizable Templates: Tailor your workout plans to suit your personal goals and preferences. Workout Assist: Receive real-time guidance on sets, reps, and weights for each exercise to maximize your progress. Cycle Manager: Stay on top of your training cycles with automatic adjustments based on your previous performance. Progress Tracker: Monitor your strength gains and see how you improve over time with detailed charts and insights. With 531 Workout, you'll never lose track of your goals. Whether you're focusing on strength training, powerlifting, or general fitness, this app will keep you motivated and organized every step of the way. Some features may require a premium subscription or in-app purchases, which could be billed automatically. Terms of use: https://www.notion.so/akimk/531-Workout-Terms-of-Use-19f3a8b0a8f2802c9080f4aacff7ca49 Privacy Policy: https://akimk.notion.site/531-Workout-Privacy-Policy-19f3a8b0a8f280d1a16fdec74f7034d4?pvs=4

Screenshots

5/3/1 Workout Manager4 screens
531 Strength Workout4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: 5/3/1 Workout Manager at none against 531 Strength Workout's 3. 5/3/1 Workout Manager also leads on ratings volume (32 vs 3) and iOS requirement (8.0 vs 16.4). 531 Strength Workout's advantage is rating (5.0 vs 4.7). On price, 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

Both are free to download. 531 Strength Workout sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. 5/3/1 Workout Manager asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

531 Strength Workout holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: 5/3/1 Workout Manager has 32 ratings behind it against 3, so its average is the more settled of the two.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
5/3/1 Workout Manager versus 531 Strength Workout: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
Parameter5/3/1 Workout Manager531 Strength Workout
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.7 (32 ratings)5.0 (3 ratings) — better
Positive reviews80.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings32 — better3
Update frequencyEvery 9 months—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterFreemium
DevicesiPhone, iPod — betteriPhone
Requires iOS8.0 — better16.4
Further details — not scored
Size13 MB16 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperChristopher DwyerAkim Kasabulatov

Customer experience

5/3/1 Workout Manager

All ratings32 ratings
Positive87.5%
Neutral12.5%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews30 reviews
Positive80.0%
Neutral16.7%
Negative3.3%

531 Strength Workout

All ratings3 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

None

5/3/1 Workout Manager

No in-app purchases

3 purchases

531 Strength Workout

Subscriptions2
  • 5/3/1 Workout Premium Monthly$4.991 Month
  • 531 Strength Workout Annual$19.991 Year
One-time1
  • 531 Workout Premium$29.99

Questions

Is 5/3/1 Workout Manager free?
5/3/1 Workout Manager is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is 531 Strength Workout free?
531 Strength Workout is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, 5/3/1 Workout Manager or 531 Strength Workout?
531 Strength Workout is rated higher. 5/3/1 Workout Manager averages 4.7 out of 5 from 32 ratings, while 531 Strength Workout averages 5.0 from 3 ratings.
Do 5/3/1 Workout Manager or 531 Strength Workout have ads?
Neither 5/3/1 Workout Manager nor 531 Strength Workout shows ads.

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