GymAware RS vs FLEX

Not sure whether you should buy a GymAware RS or GymAware FLEX?

Click here to read in in-depth analysis of the two devices by Loek Vossen.

Hardware Summary

 

GymAware RS

• Contains a spool and tether to measure time a distance to determine velocity
• Classified as a Linear Position Transducer (LPT)
• Corrects for horizontal movement by considering the angle (x-axis correction) of the lift unlike other LPT's on the market
• Ability to attach the tether to barbell, free weights, machines, bodyweight

GymAware FLEX

• Uses laser optic technology that measures vertical and horizontal bar position relative to the ground
• The system requires a reflective mat underneath the laser to increase accuracy
• Attached to barbells via magnets

App & Cloud Summary

 

GymAware iPad app

• Connects to both GymAware RS and GymAware FLEX devices
• Designed for larger teams
• Add large volume of athletes to track data
• Available on iOS (iPad) only

FLEX Stronger App – Android/iOS

• Connects to both GymAware RS and GymAware FLEX devices
• Designed for needs of individual athletes, remote coaches and personal trainers
• Add up to three people on the one app
• Available on iOS and Android

Cloud

• Both the GymAware RS and the GymAware FLEX can connect to the (same) GymAware cloud
• Connect seamlessly with Athlete Management Systems to integrate strength training data.

 

Scientific Validation

• GymAware Reliability and Validity Studies
• FLEX Validation Study