ShockSet vs Hevy
ShockSet
Physics-based performance analysis with intelligent rep tracking, encrypted protocol sharing, music integration, and complete data privacy. All data stays local. No cloud. No tracking.
Hevy
Free-to-use workout tracker with 1M+ users. Cloud-based with social features and extensive data collection for monetization.
ShockSet Advantages
Comparable Features
Hevy Advantages
Feature Comparison
| Feature | ShockSet | Hevy |
|---|---|---|
| Live Coaching Cues | Real-time analysis with PR pace, overload, stability cues✓ | Basic rep counting without intelligence |
| Plateau Protocol | Automatic detection with specific interventions✓ | No plateau detection |
| Hypertrophy Zone Tracking | Tracks % of volume in optimal muscle-building window✓ | No hypertrophy zone tracking |
| Density Tracking | Measures work density (kg moved per minute)✓ | No density tracking |
| Smart Rest Timer | Dynamic adjustments based on exercise type✓ | Manual rest timer |
| Haptic Dials | Vertical scrolling dials with precise haptic feedback✓ | Standard input fields |
| One-Handed / Left-Handed Mode | Dedicated setting mirrors entire UI✓ | Standard right-handed layout only |
| Mix-It-Up Substitution Engine | Smart suggestions based on target muscles, equipment, skill level✓ | No exercise substitution suggestions |
| Fatigue Forecast | Calculates acute vs chronic workload with phase recommendations✓ | No fatigue forecasting |
| Muscle Recovery Matrix | Tracks specific muscle groups with recovery countdown✓ | No muscle-specific recovery tracking |
| Trend Zones | Classifies progress into Upturn, Progressing, Stalled, Losing✓ | No trend zone classification |
| E1RM Tracking | Estimates 1-Rep Max using Epley formula✓ | No E1RM tracking |
| Kinetic Work Calculation | Calculates mechanical work in joules✓ | No kinetic work calculation |
| Bodyweight Factors | Adjusts load calculations based on body mass moved✓ | No bodyweight adjustment factors |
| ROM Factors | Uses anthropometric data for ROM estimation✓ | No ROM factor adjustments |
| True Calories Calculation | Converts mechanical work to metabolic cost✓ | Generic calorie estimates |
| Cycle Tracking | Tracks menstrual, follicular, ovulation, luteal phases✓ | No cycle tracking |
| Phase-Based Training Adaptations | Adjusts recommendations based on hormonal phase✓ | No phase-based adaptations |
| Intent Setting | Rate mental state for contextual coaching✓ | No intent setting |
| Room Sync (BLE) | Anonymously scans nearby users for gym energy✓ | No gym atmosphere sync |
| ShockSet Connect QR Codes | Share profile card or active workout plan via QR code✓ | Social sharing to community |
| Ghost Mode Encrypted Sharing | Private encrypted channel for data sharing✓ | Social sharing without privacy |
| Gym Crush Feature | Send anonymous time-locked signals to nearby users✓ | No gym crush feature |
| PR Pulse | Broadcasts local BLE signal when hitting PR✓ | No PR notifications |
| Serverless Architecture | All data lives on device✓ | Cloud-based with social features |
| AES-256 Encryption | Hardware enclave encryption✓ | Cloud storage without hardware encryption |
| Export Packs | Full CSV dumps or encrypted ZIP archives✓ | Limited export options |
| Hybrid Indexing | Sidecar SQLite index for instant graphing✓ | Standard database indexing |
| Zero Tracking | No analytics SDKs, no ad networks, no data selling✓ | Extensive data collection for ads and monetization |
| Deep Music Linking | Auto-launches Spotify, Apple Music, YouTube Music✓ | No music integration |
Key Differences
Performance Analysis
Live Coaching Cues
✓ ShockSet WinsShockSet
Real-time analysis with PR pace, overload, stability cues
Hevy
Basic rep counting without intelligence
Plateau Protocol
✓ ShockSet WinsShockSet
Automatic detection with specific interventions
Hevy
No plateau detection
Hypertrophy Zone Tracking
✓ ShockSet WinsShockSet
Tracks % of volume in optimal muscle-building window
Hevy
No hypertrophy zone tracking
Density Tracking
✓ ShockSet WinsShockSet
Measures work density (kg moved per minute)
Hevy
No density tracking
Smart Rest Timer
✓ ShockSet WinsShockSet
Dynamic adjustments based on exercise type
Hevy
Manual rest timer
E1RM Tracking
✓ ShockSet WinsShockSet
Estimates 1-Rep Max using Epley formula
Hevy
No E1RM tracking
Kinetic Work Calculation
✓ ShockSet WinsShockSet
Calculates mechanical work in joules
Hevy
No kinetic work calculation
Bodyweight Factors
✓ ShockSet WinsShockSet
Adjusts load calculations based on body mass moved
Hevy
No bodyweight adjustment factors
ROM Factors
✓ ShockSet WinsShockSet
Uses anthropometric data for ROM estimation
Hevy
No ROM factor adjustments
True Calories Calculation
✓ ShockSet WinsShockSet
Converts mechanical work to metabolic cost
Hevy
Generic calorie estimates
Cycle Tracking
✓ ShockSet WinsShockSet
Tracks menstrual, follicular, ovulation, luteal phases
Hevy
No cycle tracking
Phase-Based Training Adaptations
✓ ShockSet WinsShockSet
Adjusts recommendations based on hormonal phase
Hevy
No phase-based adaptations
User Interface
Haptic Dials
✓ ShockSet WinsShockSet
Vertical scrolling dials with precise haptic feedback
Hevy
Standard input fields
One-Handed / Left-Handed Mode
✓ ShockSet WinsShockSet
Dedicated setting mirrors entire UI
Hevy
Standard right-handed layout only
Mix-It-Up Substitution Engine
✓ ShockSet WinsShockSet
Smart suggestions based on target muscles, equipment, skill level
Hevy
No exercise substitution suggestions
Recovery
Fatigue Forecast
✓ ShockSet WinsShockSet
Calculates acute vs chronic workload with phase recommendations
Hevy
No fatigue forecasting
Muscle Recovery Matrix
✓ ShockSet WinsShockSet
Tracks specific muscle groups with recovery countdown
Hevy
No muscle-specific recovery tracking
Trend Zones
✓ ShockSet WinsShockSet
Classifies progress into Upturn, Progressing, Stalled, Losing
Hevy
No trend zone classification
Community
Intent Setting
✓ ShockSet WinsShockSet
Rate mental state for contextual coaching
Hevy
No intent setting
Room Sync (BLE)
✓ ShockSet WinsShockSet
Anonymously scans nearby users for gym energy
Hevy
No gym atmosphere sync
Gym Crush Feature
✓ ShockSet WinsShockSet
Send anonymous time-locked signals to nearby users
Hevy
No gym crush feature
PR Pulse
✓ ShockSet WinsShockSet
Broadcasts local BLE signal when hitting PR
Hevy
No PR notifications
Sharing
ShockSet Connect QR Codes
✓ ShockSet WinsShockSet
Share profile card or active workout plan via QR code
Hevy
Social sharing to community
Ghost Mode Encrypted Sharing
✓ ShockSet WinsShockSet
Private encrypted channel for data sharing
Hevy
Social sharing without privacy
Privacy
Serverless Architecture
✓ ShockSet WinsShockSet
All data lives on device
Hevy
Cloud-based with social features
AES-256 Encryption
✓ ShockSet WinsShockSet
Hardware enclave encryption
Hevy
Cloud storage without hardware encryption
Export Packs
✓ ShockSet WinsShockSet
Full CSV dumps or encrypted ZIP archives
Hevy
Limited export options
Hybrid Indexing
✓ ShockSet WinsShockSet
Sidecar SQLite index for instant graphing
Hevy
Standard database indexing
Zero Tracking
✓ ShockSet WinsShockSet
No analytics SDKs, no ad networks, no data selling
Hevy
Extensive data collection for ads and monetization
Integration
Deep Music Linking
✓ ShockSet WinsShockSet
Auto-launches Spotify, Apple Music, YouTube Music
Hevy
No music integration
ShockSet Wins
With 30 key advantages over Hevy, ShockSet delivers superior performance analysis, privacy protection, and user experience.
Try ShockSet FreeAbout Hevy
Pricing
Free with premium ($9.99/month)
Architecture
Cloud-based with social features
Data Privacy
Extensive data collection for ads and monetization
