Plates vs Setgraph: Which gym workout app is better?

Plates and Setgraph are more similar than they are dissimilar. Both apps focus on beautiful interfaces, effortless logging, and deep insights. However where they diverge is primarily in their business models. Setgraph requires a monthly subscription for as long as you want to keep using it. Plates on the other hand is a one-time purchase. You simply pay once and it is yours forever.

Built-in exercise library
250+ exercises
200+ exercises
Custom exercise creation
Unlimited workout routines
Built-in Plate Calculator
Plate keyboard
Rest timer & haptic alerts
Set types (Warmup, Drop, Failure)
Live Activities & Dynamic Island
Offline mode

Analytics & Insights

Selectable 1RM calculation formulas
Muscle group volume heatmaps
Clean, intuitive progress charts
Full historical workout data

Platform & Privacy

Built exclusively for the iPhone
Light & dark appearance modes
Dark mode only
100% Privacy (On-device & iCloud data)
No mandatory account or sign-up
Ad-free experience

Social & Compatibility

Social feed & follower comments
Android platform support

Pricing & Value

Pricing model
$19.99 lifetime
$4.99/mo or $29.99/yr
No recurring subscription
All core analytics included
Free tier access
7-day full trial
5 workouts max

Common Questions

Is Plates really cheaper than Setgraph?

Yes. Plates costs $19.99 once, forever. Setgraph's subscription costs $4.99/month or $29.99/year. After 5 months of using Setgraph, you've already spent more than the entire lifetime cost of Plates. Over two years, you save $40-$100 by choosing Plates.

Which app has better exercise tracking?

Both apps handle exercise tracking well. Plates comes with 250+ built-in exercises with support for custom exercises, selectable 1RM formulas, muscle volume heatmaps, built-in Plate Calculator, and native Live Activities.

Can I try Plates before buying?

Yes. Plates offers a 7-day free trial with full access to all features. No credit card required to start. You can fully evaluate whether Plates is right for you before making any purchase.

Ready to try Plates?

Start your 7-day free trial. No subscription required—ever.

Download on the App Store

$19.99 one-time purchase after trial

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