Best The Barbell Calculator Apps

244+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

4.7 avg rating
18 free apps
Updated August 2026

The Barbell Calculator is the household name in the barbell calculator, but it's far from the only option. We track 244+ alternatives and competitors on iOS — many free, many higher-rated than you'd expect.

Compare top The Barbell Calculator Apps (August 2026)

#AppPriceRatingAdsIn-App PurchasesUpdated
1The Barbell CalculatorThe Barbell CalculatorFree5.0★ (1)NoNoJun 2026
2Barbell Plate CalculatorBarbell Plate CalculatorFree was $4.994.8★ (236)YesYesAug 2026
3Bar Is Loaded - Gym CalculatorBar Is Loaded - Gym CalculatorFree4.8★ (251)NoYesAug 2026
4Powerlift – Barbell CalculatorPowerlift – Barbell CalculatorFree4.5★ (72)NoYesMay 2026
5Gym Bar CalculatorGym Bar CalculatorFree5.0★ (3)NoYesMay 2026
6My Barbell - CalculatorMy Barbell - CalculatorFree4.0★ (4)NoNoJul 2026
7Barbell Calculator – Gym MathBarbell Calculator – Gym MathFreeNoNoJul 2026
8Barbell Weight Calculator + PRBarbell Weight Calculator + PRFree was $0.995.0★ (1)NoNoMay 2026

Top Picks for The Barbell Calculator

The Barbell Calculator#1

The Barbell Calculator by AIDEN JASPER PELL

The minimalist gym calculator
Editor's Choice
💪 Health & Fitness
5.0(1 ratings)
Free
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This app simplifies gym calculations by quickly determining barbell plate loads and total weight. It also offers tools for tracking personal records and managing gym equipment, all within a clean, ad-free interface.

Barbell Plate Calculator#2

Barbell Plate Calculator by XD Software Solutions LLC

Plate math made simple
Strong Contender
💪 Health & Fitness
4.8(236 ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
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Easily calculate the barbell plates needed to reach a target weight or determine the total weight on a loaded bar. This app simplifies weightlifting math, allowing you to focus on your workout. It offers customizable options and a timer for tracking exercises.

Bar Is Loaded - Gym Calculator#3

Bar Is Loaded - Gym Calculator by Danny Li

It's leg day, not brain day.
Worth Considering
💪 Health & Fitness
4.8😊(251 ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
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This app simplifies weightlifting calculations, instantly determining the correct plates to load onto a barbell. It offers custom settings for inventory and a reverse calculator, along with tools for meet preparation and performance scoring.

What We Love

  • 👍 Extremely user-friendly and intuitive interface
  • 🚀 Fast and accurate plate loading calculations
  • 💰 Completely free with no ads or subscriptions
  • 🧠 Eliminates mental math during workouts

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Frequent crashes and infinite loading screens
  • 🐛 5kg calculation glitch in reverse section
  • 🐛 Inconsistent weight calculations with kg plates

More The Barbell Calculator apps to explore

4
Powerlift – Barbell Calculator
Powerlift – Barbell Calculator
Powerlift – Barbell Calculator
Weightlifting without the math
Free

This app simplifies barbell weight calculations for weightlifters. It allows users to quickly determine the correct plates needed for any given weight, supporting custom bar and collar weights, and both imperial and metric units. An optional Pro version offers advanced features like manual plate management and custom plate creation.

Barbell plate calculationsCustom bar and collar weightsImperial and metric unit support
💪 Health & Fitness
(72)
free with in-app purchases
5
Gym Bar Calculator
Gym Bar Calculator
Gym Bar Calculator
Barbell calculator for the gym
Free

Easily calculate barbell weight distribution for your workouts. Input your desired total weight and barbell weight, and the app will precisely determine the plates needed for each side. Ideal for all fitness levels seeking accuracy and efficiency.

Calculate barbell weight distributionCustomize weight platesChoose units of measurement
💪 Health & Fitness
(3)
free
6
My Barbell - Calculator
My Barbell - Calculator
My Barbell - Calculator
by Jason Goodney
Free

Easily calculate the total weight on your barbell. Select your barbell type and the plates you've loaded to ensure accurate personal records. This tool simplifies weight tracking for your workouts.

Barbell weight calculationPlate loading inputAccurate PR tracking
💪 Health & Fitness
(4)
free
7
Barbell Calculator – Gym Math
Barbell Calculator – Gym Math
Barbell Calculator – Gym Math
Plate Loader & Weight Helper
Free
💪 Health & Fitness
(0)
8
Barbell Weight Calculator + PR
Barbell Weight Calculator + PR
Barbell Weight Calculator + PR
Bench Press PR Tracker
Free
$0.99 | 100% OFF

Effortlessly determine the correct weight plates to load onto your barbell for any lift. This tool provides a real-time, symmetrical plate layout, eliminating guesswork and ensuring accuracy. Focus on your training with a simple, distraction-free interface.

Instant barbell weight calculationAdd multiple plates per sideSymmetrical plate layout
⚽ Sports
(1)
free
9
Barbell Plus
Barbell Plus
Barbell Plus
by Kevin Tucker
$0.99

This app simplifies barbell weight calculations, allowing users to quickly determine total weight, percentages, and convert units. It's a handy tool for anyone managing weightlifting routines.

Barbell weight calculationPercentage calculationUnit conversion
💪 Health & Fitness
(7)
paid
10
Barbell Workout at Home & Gym
Barbell Workout at Home & Gym
Barbell Workout at Home & Gym
Build muscle and gain strength
Free

This app provides a comprehensive barbell workout experience to help users build muscle and increase strength. It offers ready-made plans, exercise illustrations, voice guidance, and detailed history tracking for effective training at home or in the gym.

Ready-made workout plansExercise illustrationsVoice guidance
💪 Health & Fitness
(223)
free with in-app purchases
11
BarLoad Plate Calculator
BarLoad Plate Calculator
BarLoad Plate Calculator
Calculate Barbell Plates
Free

Easily calculate the correct weight plates to load onto your barbell. Customize your plates and barbells with unlimited options and organize them by gym. Supports both kilograms and pounds, and can mix them in a single calculation.

Custom plate and barbell creationMultiple gym profilesMix kg and lbs plates
💪 Health & Fitness
(7)
free
12
Fast Barbell Plate Calculator
Fast Barbell Plate Calculator
Fast Barbell Plate Calculator
Plate Math For Loading Weights
Free
💪 Health & Fitness
(0)
13
PlateCalc Barbell Calculator
PlateCalc Barbell Calculator
PlateCalc Barbell Calculator
a DIFFERENT barbell calculator
Free

This app quickly calculates barbell weights for your workouts. It features a unique, fast interface that allows you to adjust weight by sliding your finger. Customize available plates and barbell weight, and switch units easily.

Fast weight calculationUnique sliding interfaceCustomizable plate selection
💪 Health & Fitness
(18)
free with in-app purchases
14
Barbell Workouts and Exercises
Barbell Workouts and Exercises
Barbell Workouts and Exercises
Home Barbell Workout Program
Free

This app provides a full-body workout program using only a barbell for home training. It offers multiple routines with clear instructions and progress tracking to help you build muscle and get stronger. Get advice on the best barbell exercises for hypertrophy and a more muscular physique.

Barbell-only exercisesMultiple workout routinesProgress tracking and statistics
💪 Health & Fitness
(0)
free with in-app purchases
15
Plate Calculator Pro
Plate Calculator Pro
Plate Calculator Pro
by Thomas Gorup
Free

Instantly calculate the correct weight plates to load onto a barbell. Features a visual plate diagram, custom plate inventory, and support for various bar types. Quickly adjust weights and save favorite combinations for efficient workouts.

Instant plate calculationColor-coded visual diagramCustom plate inventory
💪 Health & Fitness
(1)
ad-supported
16
Barbell-Math
Barbell-Math
Barbell-Math
Less plate math, more lifting
Free

Easily calculate the weight plates needed for your lifts. Enter your desired weight and get a clear breakdown of plates in kilograms or pounds. It even offers a fun comparison of your strength to the weight of cats.

Calculate weight plates neededSupports kilograms and poundsPlate breakdown for each lift
💪 Health & Fitness
(5)
free
17
Gym Coach - Barbell Calculator
Gym Coach - Barbell Calculator
Gym Coach - Barbell Calculator
Simplify your Gym Math
$0.99

This app removes the mental effort of calculating barbell weights for your workouts. Simply input your desired lift weight, and it determines the plates needed based on your gym's available inventory. It supports multiple gyms, weight units, and optimizes plate usage.

Calculates required barbell weightsManages plate inventory for multiple gymsSupports pounds and kilograms
💪 Health & Fitness
(3)
paid
18
Girl Math: Plate Calculator
Girl Math: Plate Calculator
Girl Math: Plate Calculator
Barbell math for heavy lifters
Free

This app simplifies barbell weight calculations for lifters. Quickly determine the plates needed for your target weight, or calculate the total weight from the plates on the bar. Customize with your gym's bar weight and available plates.

Instant plate math for target weightsReverse mode to calculate total weight from platesCustomizable bar weight and plate availability
💪 Health & Fitness
(1)
freemium
19
PlatePal: Barbell Calculator
PlatePal: Barbell Calculator
PlatePal: Barbell Calculator
Plate Calculator & PR Tracker
Free

Effortlessly calculate barbell plate combinations for any target weight without mental math. Features hands-free Siri integration, visual plate breakdowns, and workout logging. Supports multiple gym setups and percentage-based training.

Automatic plate calculation for target weightsHands-free Siri and Shortcuts integrationVisual, to-scale barbell plate visualization
💪 Health & Fitness
(4)
freemium
20
Barbell Loader and Calculator
Barbell Loader and Calculator
Barbell Loader and Calculator
Weightlifting + Powerlifting
Free
$2.99 | 100% OFF

This app simplifies weightlifting calculations, allowing users to quickly load barbells, convert weights between pounds and kilograms, and calculate percentages. It also includes tools for determining rep maxes, Sinclair and Wilks scores, and logging workouts.

Load barbell by selecting platesCalculate bar loading from desired weightAutomatic pound/kilogram conversion
⚽ Sports
(148)
free with in-app purchases

FAQ about The Barbell Calculator

What are the best the barbell calculator apps for iPhone?
The Barbell Calculator tops our the barbell calculator apps ranking as of August 2026, with a 5.0-star average from 1 App Store ratings, and it's free to download.
Yes — 18 of the top the barbell calculator apps we rank are free to download, including The Barbell Calculator and Barbell Plate Calculator.
The Barbell Calculator has no ads and has no in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of August 2026.
We track 244+ the barbell calculator apps on the iOS App Store as of August 2026, ranked by rating, recency, and analysis of real user reviews.
The Barbell Calculator is used for quickly calculating barbell plate loads, seeing the total weight on the bar, calculating personal records (PRs), and managing gym equipment. It aims to simplify these tasks for lifters.
The Barbell Calculator is available for iPhone and iPod. It is designed for iOS devices.