Strength training · Self-coached · Pay once

A Caliber alternative
for lifters who coach themselves.

Caliber is built around a remote human coach on a recurring subscription, and that suits many lifters well. If you'd rather pick a program, run it yourself, and pay for the app once, LiftLog gives you 40 ready-made programs that suggest your next weight. It is free for 7 days with no card, then a one-time purchase from $9.99 to $39.99.

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How does LiftLog compare to Caliber?

Caliber sells coaching. LiftLog is the log and the program, and you make the calls.

Who decides the program

LiftLog: You do. Browse Templates holds 40 programs based on well-known routines (20 for strength, 17 for hypertrophy, 3 general), filterable by goal, days per week, and equipment, or you build your own. With a progression scheme on an exercise, each set arrives with the weight to lift, and a Progression review after the workout shows what progressed, held, missed, or needs a deload.

Caliber: 1:1 remote human coach with custom programming and weekly check-ins.

Pricing

LiftLog: Free for 7 days with no card, then one payment at the tier you choose, from $9.99 to $39.99. Every tier unlocks the same app, and Family Sharing is on.

Caliber: Monthly coaching subscription (varies by coach tier).

In the gym

LiftLog: Each set row shows last session's numbers and arrives filled in. Check it off and the rest timer starts. A PR badge appears the moment a set beats your estimated 1RM history, and 1,500 exercises come with animated demos and How To steps.

Caliber: Your coach's program in the app, with form-video feedback from the coach.

Privacy

LiftLog: No account, analytics, or ads. Workouts stay on your iPhone and every feature works offline. Export as JSON or CSV at any time. See the Privacy Manifest.

Caliber: Account required; data shared with assigned coach.

Who should pick LiftLog vs Caliber?

Pick LiftLog if…

You already know the kind of program you want to run, such as 5/3/1, StrongLifts 5×5, Push/Pull/Legs, Upper / Lower, or your own
You're tired of recurring fitness charges and want to pay once
You want the app to fill in your next weight without a coach in the loop
You want your training history on your own iPhone and readable even if you never buy

Stick with Caliber if…

You want a remote human coach reviewing your training
You'd rather be told what to do this week than choose a template
You value weekly check-ins and form-video feedback
You're a new lifter who would benefit from outside structure and accountability
You want to log on Apple Watch, iPad, or Mac: LiftLog is iPhone only

About LiftLog

LiftLog The gym log you pay for once and keep. Gym workout tracker for iPhone: 1,500 animated exercises, 40 programs, auto rest timer and PR alerts. Free for 7 days, then pay once. No subscription. FreeiPhone

Questions

FAQ

What is the best Caliber alternative for self-coached lifters?

LiftLog is an iPhone strength training log for lifters who don't want a remote coach on a subscription. Its 40 ready-made programs are based on well-known routines such as StrongLifts 5×5, Starting Strength, Push/Pull/Legs, Upper / Lower, and 5/3/1, and they load with sets, reps, and rest in place. With a progression scheme on an exercise, LiftLog fills in the weight the program calls for next. It tracks estimated 1RM, Personal Bests, and Rep PRs for every exercise. It is free for 7 days with no card, then a one-time purchase from $9.99 to $39.99.

Do I need a coach to use LiftLog?

No. You pick one of 40 ready-made programs or build your own, and set one as your Active Program so the next workout is always ready. Each program exercise can follow Double progression, Linear, % of training max, or RPE / RIR, and LiftLog fills each pending set with the weight the scheme prescribes. After the workout, a Progression review marks each exercise as Progressed, Hold, Missed, or Deload. The program names belong to their owners, who don't endorse LiftLog.

Is LiftLog a subscription?

No. LiftLog is free for 7 days with no card required. After that you buy it once at the tier you choose: $9.99 (Fair), $19.99 (Good), $29.99 (Generous), or $39.99 (Patron). Every tier unlocks the same app, nothing renews, and Family Sharing is on.