# Strong alternative — strength logging with recovery attached

Strong is a focused workout tracker built around recording and reviewing the gym session. Its official App Store listing and Help Center document routines, timers, multiple set types, supersets, records, one-rep-max and volume charts, body measurements, data export, dedicated warm-up and plate calculators, and an Apple Watch app that can control a workout from the wrist. Live Sync can reflect workout changes between Apple Watch and iPhone.

Reps starts one step earlier. It turns sleep, resting heart rate, and recent strain into a morning Readiness Score and a plain-English call on how hard to train. Strength logging then stays beside muscle recovery, nutrition, caffeine, running, and Rex, the coach that can answer questions across the full picture.

## Where Strong is strong

- A focused gym log for sets, reps, weight, RPE, set types, supersets, timers, notes, and routines.
- Progress views for records, estimated one-rep max, volume, total weight, charts, and body measurements.
- Dedicated warm-up and plate calculators. Strong says its phone plate tool accounts for bar weight and shows plates per side.
- Apple Watch workout control with set editing, timers, heart rate, calories, and iPhone Live Sync.
- The official listing says the free tier saves unlimited workouts but limits custom routines.

## Where Reps is different

- A daily Readiness Score from sleep, resting heart rate, and recent strain.
- A muscle recovery map and weekly training load beside workout history.
- Voice set logging, NFC weight recall, supersets, and a live race against your best set.
- Photo, typed, and voice meal logging with macros and allergy alerts.
- Caffeine coaching, outdoor running, and Rex in the same training system.

## Which one should you choose?

Choose Strong when the main job is a focused gym notebook with dedicated progress and barbell utilities. Choose Reps when the workout needs to sit inside a broader decision about recovery, food, caffeine, and what your body is ready to do today.

Both apps can be downloaded without paying upfront. Reps is free to try, then available by subscription at the price shown in the App Store for your region. Reps requires an iPhone and Apple Watch Series 6 or later for the full recovery experience.

[Download Reps on the App Store](https://apps.apple.com/app/id6746460451?pt=93716530&ct=ai-strong-alternative&mt=8)