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Plates vs StrongLifts
Both stand on fitness workout tracking software. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.
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Plates provides structured logging and analytics for self-programmed lifters, with offline storage and iCloud syncing. Its iOS focus and one-time price are the main considerations before starting the seven-day trial.
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StrongLifts combines established 5×5 programs with automatic progression and broad workout customization. Its subscription requirement and lack of coach tools may matter when choosing a training app.
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| Plates | StrongLifts | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | A free trial | A free trial |
| Open source | Not published | Not published |
| Runs on | iPhone, Mac | Android, iPhone, Mac, Windows |
| Lowest paid plan | Lifetime access: $19.99, paid once | Pro Weekly: $4.99 a month |
| Plans published | 1 | 5 |
| Maker | Not published | Not published |
| Website | useplates.com | stronglifts.com |
| On fitness workout tracking software | #49 of 54 | #45 of 54 |
Plates: what it does well
- RPE and RIR set tracking
- More than 250 exercises plus custom exercises
- Progress and workout analytics
- Offline saving with iCloud sync
- No account, ads, or tracking
What to know first
- Not available on Android
- Lifetime access costs $19.99, paid once
- Designed without AI coaching features
StrongLifts: what it does well
- Beginner and intermediate 5×5 programs
- Adaptive weight progression and deloading
- More than 100 exercises with videos
- Workout calculators and one-tap logging
- Apple Health and Health Connect syncing
What to know first
- No free plan
- Subscription required to use
- Monthly and quarterly plans have no trial
- Coach tools are not included
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