Ladder
Ladder: A structured strength-training app for people who want coaches to plan each workout. Ranked #22 of 24 in Workout Platforms by our editors (6.4/10); pricing: From $14.99/mo (annual) · 7-day trial; best for users who prefer coach-programmed daily workouts.
At a glance
- Editor score6.4 / 10
- PricingFrom $14.99/mo (annual) · 7-day trial
- Best forUsers who prefer coach-programmed daily workouts
- Free planNo
- Paid from$14.99/mo
- Workout builderNo
- Facts checked24 Sep 2026
Where it wins
- Daily coach-programmed workouts refresh weekly
- In-ear coaching, pacing and video exercise demonstrations
- Tracks reps, weight, training notes and personal records
Where it doesn't
- No free plan; access requires a paid subscription
- Workout builder and client management are not included
- Mobile app coverage is iOS-only
Our verdict on Ladder
Ladder is a strength-training app for people who want a coach-programmed routine rather than designing their own sessions. Its daily workouts refresh weekly, and members can choose among training teams. During a session, video demonstrations, in-ear coaching and built-in pacing guide exercise execution. Rep and weight tracking, training notes, personal-record alerts, nutrition logging and team chat extend the routine beyond the workout itself. Plans are intended for home, gym or outdoor training, making the product a fit for individuals who value structure and coaching cues over custom workout construction.
The published plans show a 7-day trial and two Pro options. Pro Plan - monthly costs $29.99 per month and includes a weekly workout plan, coaching and demonstrations, Ladder Journal progress tracking, Apple Watch and music connections, Team Chat, and one team with two team changes per month. Pro Plan - annual is listed at $14.99 per month with annual billing. It includes the monthly plan features, access to all teams and workouts, unlimited monthly team changes, and unlimited Save & Replay workouts. Ladder has no free plan, so people who want ongoing access need a paid subscription after the trial. The annual option is suited to members who want broader team access; monthly billing offers a shorter commitment.
The product’s strongest fit is guided training: demonstrations, pacing, coaching, tracking and nutrition logging sit alongside workouts programmed by coaches. Apple Watch, Spotify and Apple Music connections support its ecosystem, while Team Chat adds a channel for coach tips and motivation. The main trade-off is platform coverage: its mobile app is iOS-only, despite web being listed as a platform. It also does not include a workout builder or client management, so trainers managing clients or people who want to author sessions should look elsewhere. Choose Ladder for a coach-led strength routine and adherence tools; skip it if you need broader mobile coverage or workout-design controls.
Ladder pricing
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Ladder fact sheet
| Free plan | No |
|---|---|
| Paid from | $14.99/mo |
| Workout builder | No |
| Exercise library | Not verified |
| Client management | No |
| Exercise videos | Yes |
| Mobile apps | Ios |
| Integrations | Spotify, Apple Music, Apple Watch |
| Free trial | 7 days · no card needed |
| Deployment | Cloud, Mobile |
| Platforms | Web, iOS |
| Support | Email, Live chat |
| Built for | Solo, Small business (editorial estimate) |
| Integrations | 3 integrations: Spotify, Apple Music, Apple Watch |
| Pricing | From $14.99/mo (annual) · 7-day trial (source) |
| Website | joinladder.com |
| Facts checked | 24 Sep 2026 |
Ladder integrations
Ladder lists 3 integrations on its own site.
- Spotify
- Apple Music
- Apple Watch
Alternatives to Ladder
- FreeleticsAdaptive training across home, gym and outdoor workouts, with selected free content.9.2
- ABC TrainerizeWorkout, nutrition, messaging, scheduling, and payments in one coaching platform.8.8
- My PT HubA broad coaching platform for trainers who need programming, operations and client engagement in one system.8.6
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