Next Set vs RepCount
Both apps focus on simple, fast workout logging. No AI, no social features—just tracking. Here's how they differ.
Quick Comparison
| Feature | Next Set | RepCount |
|---|---|---|
| Pricing model | One-time purchase | Subscription |
| Price | $9.99 once | $4.99/month or $29.99/year |
| Free tier | 30-day full trial | Unlimited logging (limited stats) |
| Account required | No | For premium features |
| Supersets | Yes | Premium only |
| PR detection | Automatic | Premium only |
| Data collection | None | Email, name, health data |
| Years active | New (2024) | Since 2013 (100+ updates) |
| Platform | iOS | iOS, Android |
Key Differences
Pricing Philosophy
Next Set
$9.99 one-time
Pay once, own forever. All features included after purchase. No tiers, no upsells. After 2 months, Next Set is cheaper than RepCount Premium.
RepCount
$4.99/month or $29.99/year
Free tier allows unlimited logging without ads. Premium subscription adds charts, PR tracking, supersets, and advanced stats.
Free Features
Next Set
30-day trial with all features. After trial, read-only mode—your data is never lost. Pay once to unlock full features permanently.
RepCount
Generous free tier: unlimited workouts, unlimited programs, basic rest timer, auto-fill from last session. No ads. Premium adds charts and advanced features.
Track Record
Next Set
New app (2024). Modern SwiftUI design, built with current iOS best practices. Privacy-focused from day one with zero data collection.
RepCount
Established since 2013 with 1M+ downloads and 100+ updates. Native apps on both iOS and Android. Proven track record with 4.8/5 rating.
Which App Is Right For You?
Choose Next Set if you...
- Prefer one-time purchase over subscriptions
- Want zero data collection
- Don't need Android support
- Value modern iOS design
- Want all features included (no tiers)
Choose RepCount if you...
- Want a free tier for basic logging
- Need Android support
- Prefer an established app (10+ years)
- Don't mind subscription pricing
- Want the lowest monthly cost
Our Honest Take
RepCount is a solid, mature app that's been refined over a decade. Their free tier is genuinely useful, and the subscription is reasonably priced. Many lifters have happily used it for years.
We built Next Set because we wanted a one-time purchase option and stricter privacy. If you plan to track workouts for more than 2 months, Next Set's one-time $9.99 saves money over RepCount's $29.99/year.
Try Next Set Free
30-day free trial. Then $9.99 once—no subscriptions.
