Version 5.4 - Expanded language support, better charts
What's new π¨
Global Language Expansion
βMetric now speaks your language! We've added support for German, Hindi, Polish, and Japanese, making velocity-based training accessible to athletes worldwide. Already using Metric in another language? You'll find numerous bug fixes, improvements, and tweaks to existing translations for a more polished experience. Found a translation issue? We want to hear about it - get in touch: community@metric.coach
Improvements β¨
- Enhanced Chart Interactions. We've refined the touch responsiveness of our charts, making them smoother to interact with and easier to activate exactly when you want them.
- Expanded Exercise Library. Browse new exercises now available in the exercise library for your next workout. More variety means more opportunities to track your progress across different training modalities.
Bug fixes π
- Performance Chart Data Loading. Fixed bugs affecting data loading and real-time syncing on the performance chart page, ensuring your training data appears instantly and accurately.
- Date Formatting Consistency. Standardized date formatting and capitalization throughout the app for a more professional, consistent experience.
Version 5.3 - Peak velocity for trends, rep auto-hide
What's new π¨
Peak Velocity as Default Metric
βYou can now make Peak Velocity your default metric for records and for trend tracking. Customize this setting for the entire Metric app or on an exercise-specific basis to get the most relevant data for your training style. (Pro tip: Peak values are perfect for loaded jumps making it an even better readiness test for your athletes!)
Enhanced Trends Analysis
βWe've expanded the Trends chart functionality to give you more control over your data visualization:
- Toggle between mean or peak velocity measurements on a per-exercise basis
- View your progress across multiple timescales, no longer limited to just 6 weeks
- Get deeper insights into your performance patterns with more flexible data options
Intelligent Rep Filtering
βMetric already does a lot of work to filter out unrack and rerack ghost reps from your set, but sometimes they still sneak in, especially the catches on jumps or Olympic lifts. Now Metric performs a second sweep and auto-hides any suspected false detections from the set. If it gets it wrong, just scroll down to the set review and unhide the rep to add it back into your set data.
Improvements β¨
- Redesigned Home Page Layout. We've reorganized the home screen with cleaner button organization for more intuitive navigation and faster access to your most-used features.
- Real-time Data Updates. Progress charts and training history views now respond better to showing training data edits in real-time, giving you instant feedback when you make changes.
Bug fixes π
- Translation Enhancements. Improved translations and optimizations across all locales for a more natural experience regardless of your language preference. (More supported languages are on their way too!)
- Training History Edits. Fixed a bug when editing a set from your training history that prevented the changes from showing in the UI.
- Trends Chart Refresh. Resolved a data refresh issue in the trends charts that occasionally showed outdated information.
- Personal Records Alignment. Fixed a bug that was causing some personal records to fall out of alignment with your actual training history when editing or deleting sets.
- Simplified Payments Page. Hid the family plans for simpler clarity on the payments pages.
- Visual Refinements. Color and font tweaks for both dark and light mode to improve readability and visual consistency.
- UI Improvements. Various UI and interaction improvements throughout the app for a smoother user experience.
Version 5.2 - Performance improvements
What's new π¨
Expanded Learning Resources
βFind answers to all your questions with comprehensive tutorials. We've added links to the complete Metric How To user guide series, easily accessible in the Information section of your Account tab.
Improvements β¨
- Enhanced Video Experience. We've improved video handling throughout the app. Videos now load faster and scrolling performance is smoother. We've also fixed an issue where placeholder images sometimes remained on screen even after videos loaded.
- Account backend stability and performance. Updated account and subscription management for faster profile syncing
Bug fixes π
- Fixed minor visual inconsistencies reported by users
- Enhanced overall app stability and performance
Version 5.1 - Start workouts from history
What's new π¨
Repeat from history (Pro)
βBring your best workouts back to life with our new repeat feature. Select any workout from your training history and instantly recreate that session with all sets, reps, and exercises pre-filled. Perfect for maintaining consistency in your training program or getting back on track after a break.
Template creation from history (Pro)
βTurn your most effective workouts into templates with a single tap. Any workout in your history can now be converted into a customizable template, making it easier than ever to build and maintain your training program based on what works best for you.
Bug fixes π
- Resolved various stability issues in the video library
- Improved overall performance and reliability of video playback and storage
Version 5.0 - Personal Records & a refresh
What's new π¨
A New Name
βThe Metric VBT app is now simply Metric. For as long as we've been on the App Store, we've been talking about how bar speed tracking is about so much more than velocity-based training. Find us in the App Store under "Metric - Barbell Tracker" and join us in this next chapter of intelligent strength training.
RPE chart
βAlongside load-velocity and power profiling, you can now access a complete RPE chart for your workouts. This chart takes your top set's RPE, weight, and reps to calculate ideal weights across all RPE values and rep rangesβperfectly calibrated to help you nail your working sets.
Record badges and PR table
βTrack your progress with new performance badges comparing your current sets against all-time bests for load, velocity, power, and reps. Find your complete personal records log on the Performance page, showing detailed progress for every exercise.
Enhanced video features
βAccess velocity recording settings directly from the video screen, enjoy full-screen recording with larger controls, and browse your training history in the new grid view library. Pro users can now manually select which videos to save to their library.
Velocity tracking toggle
βSometimes you just want to log your workout without tracking velocity on every set. Toggle velocity tracking off in training preferences for a streamlined workout tracking experienceβperfect for those quick sessions when you just need to log your sets. You can also long press on a single set to have it manually completed when velocity tracking is enabled
Improvements β¨
Estimated 1RM calculation improvements
βe1RM will now be calculated for any workout with 3 sets that have either 60% load spread OR a 0.25m/s velocity difference from the top to bottom sets.
Navigation upgrades
- Video settings accessible from set review
- Training preferences available during workouts
- Quick profile switching with forward/back buttons
- New full-screen coach mode athlete switcher
- Expanded template and training summaries
UI refresh
- Updated colors, spacing, and typography
- Refreshed set review page with trend analysis
- Smoother interactions with visual feedback for chart interactions
- New training summary including streak tracking
- Real-time feedback now available for all barbell exercises
Bug fixes π
- Fixed video pinch-to-zoom functionality
- More consistent UI and terminology throughout the app
- Improved membership management and switching system
- Faster data loading across multiple views
Version 4.8 - Tempo feedback
What's new π¨
Tempo Metronome
βTake control of your lifting tempo with our new metronome feature. When recording your sets, you can now enable audio feedback to maintain consistent timing throughout your lifts. This feature is particularly valuable for controlled eccentrics and pauses on bodybuilding and volume exercises, helping you develop better lifting rhythm and control.
Italian Language Support
βCiao!
We're excited to welcome our Italian users with full app translation support. We've implemented complete Italian language integration throughout the app, ensuring a native language experience for our Italian users.
Improvements β¨
Enhanced 1RM Estimation
βWe've refined our e1RM calculator to show a result in more contexts. The system now shows estimates when you've recorded three or more sets, requiring either a 60% spread in weights or a 0.25m/s spread in best-rep mean velocities. This update means more workouts will display 1RM values, including sessions with smaller weight ranges.
Expanded Website Documentation
βThe Metric user guide is now available in more languages with the addition of Portuguese and Chinese translations. We've integrated direct in-app links that take you straight to the content in your preferred language, creating a seamless experience for our global community of athletes.
Training History Enhancement
Each workout now includes an overview card at the top, providing quick-glance statistics and key insights about your session.
Bug fixes π
- Improvements to 4K video handling on the import feature to address crashing
- Fixed an issue with the RPE entry sheet that would sometimes not dismiss
- Fixes for translations and UI issues in Chinese, French, Spanish, Brazilian Portuguese
- Improvements to the exercise list navigation, button display and logic when swapping exercises
Version 4.7 - Video Import
What's new π¨
Video Import
βMetric now supports importing videos from your camera roll for analysis and processing. This feature allows you to:
- Import horizontal or vertical videos
- Use 1080p or 4k videos
- Import videos from digital cameras or other devices
For optimal results, we recommend using videos recorded at 60fps. Note: Slow-motion video is not recommended. Metric recording guidelines can be found at this link.
Add Imported Videos to Workout History
βEnhance your existing workouts by adding imported video sets to your workout history. You can also start a new workout from an imported video, giving you the flexibility to record all your sets with your device's camera app and import them later.
Quick record
βSometimes you might not want to complete an entire workout, and just want to analyse 1-2 key sets. Thanks to the quick record option, you can do exactly this, directly from the home screen. Tap the record a set button, enter your exercise details and go straight to the Metric camera to start lifting.
Improvements β¨
Responsive Design for Accessibility and Smaller Devices
βWe've optimized Metric's interface for a better user experience across all devices:
- Improved handling for smaller phone screen sizes (iPhone SE and mini models)
- Enhanced support for large text when accessibility font sizes are active
Bug fixes π
- Resolved an issue with the exercise multi-add feature that prevented adding multiple exercises to an in-progress workout
- Handled some teams bugs that were causing workouts and sets to occasionally to be attributed to the wrong athlete
- Fixed the case of the missing set videos when training with RPE
- Fixed some navigation and display issues when reviewing workouts and velocity data in training history
- Improved the responsiveness of hiding and un-hiding reps within a set
- Fixed a rare issue where highlight cards would not be displayed in the set review
- Addressed search bugs in the video library
- Enhanced loading speed for thumbnails in the video library
Version 4.6 - Family and Coach memberships
What's new π¨
Coach and Family Plans
βMetric now offers Pro subscriptions for Teams and coaches, as well as family plans. Train with your friends or manage your clients more effectively with these new subscription options.
Profile Pictures
βPersonalise your account by adding a profile picture. Set yours in the Training Profile tab within your account settings.
Improvements β¨
Pre-fill RPE for Future Sets
βPlan your training exertion ahead of time by pre-filling your RPE (Rate of Perceived Exertion) or RIR (Reps in Reserve) numbers for today's workout.
Enhanced Tutorial Screens
βWe've refreshed the in-app Metric support pages with real-world images to guide you in finding the best recording position. You'll also find more practical tutorial screens and troubleshooting tips for when video recording might be misaligned.
Improved Exercise List Experience
Upgraded look and usability of the exercise list and improved interactions for a smoother multi-select experience when creating templates or while training.
Bug fixes π
- Various minor elements have been refreshed and tweaked to improve the overall Metric experience.
Version 4.5 - Roster management and tracking improvements
What's new π¨
Roster management in app (Pro)β
Metric Coach account holders can now manage their athlete roster directly in the Metric app. Add, remove, and edit athletes in your roster all from your device with Coach Mode enabled.
Learn more about Teams here β
Improvements β¨
Tracking algorithm refactorβ
We've supercharged our tracking algorithm! It now runs up to 30% faster in some tests, performs better on older iPhone models, and offers improved reliability for both real-time feedback and post-set velocity data. Expect fewer outlier reps, less processing time, and fewer missed sets.
Athlete data loading in history and performance chartsβ
Teams data now loads and refreshes more smoothly with Coach Mode enabled. Toggle between your athletes' data in both the training history and performance chart pages with ease.
Smoother template buildingβ
Creating the perfect workout template is now a breeze. We've improved animations, editing functions, and interactions in the workout template builder for a more seamless experience.
Bug fixes π
- Fixed a bug that hid the streaks number when you had a 0 week streak
- Improved tapability and interaction with number entry fields
- Improved animations and speed for the template builder
- Resolved an issue where entering RPE sometimes led to a training video not showing up
- Stability improvements for multi-athlete workouts
Version 4.4 - Training streaks and home page stats
What's new π¨
Training streaks
βKeep your training consistent with a gentle nudge from the new streaks feature in Metric. Complete at least one workout every week to keep your training streak going.
Weekly training summary
βThe home workout page in Metric has been refreshed to show you some key stats as soon as you open the app. You can now see your weekly workout tally, new records set this week along with a recovery clock, showing you how many hours it has been since you last finished a workout.
Improvements β¨
Tempo tracking improvements
βThanks to user feedback we were able to make some further improvements to tempo tracking in Metric. Eccentric and pause tempo durations are now more reliable.
Bug fixes π
- Minor cosmetic and speed optimisations throughout the app
- Improved empty state views for all pages where data might not yet be available.
- Improved behaviour for the keyboard during workouts, it now stays put allowing for faster entry of weights and reps.
- Reinstated the quick-add load buttons for incrementing your weights when logging a workout
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Version 2.1 - Overhauled app navigation
What's New π¨
Redesigned App Navigation
Navigating through Metric has never been easier. We've introduced a new tab menu to give you quick and seamless access to all essential features. Whether you're keen on exploring your training history, starting a new session, or accessing the support pages, we've made everything straightforward and hassle-free.
Improvements β¨
- Faster Training Flow in Session Mode: Taking our revolutionary session mode a step further, we've integrated additional options for your training efficiency and convenience. Add another set for an existing exercise or start a new exercise to your session without breaking your training flow. Perfect for superset training.
Bug fixes π
- Darker dark mode with some minor colour palette adjustments.
- Squashed some general bugs that were impacting look and feel. Metric is smoother and prettier as a result.
Version 2.0 - Introducing Metric Pro
What's New π¨
Introducing Metric Pro
βTake your training to the next level with a revolutionary set of barbell tracking features when you subscribe to Metric Pro.
Enjoy advanced features such as a full training history, Session Mode, automated load velocity profiling and advanced metrics including: pause tempo, power, peak velocity.
You can subscribe to Metric Pro inside the Metric iOS app. No hardware required.
Training history (Pro)
βStore and review every rep, set & session you record in Metric.
Session Mode (Pro)
βRecord multiple sets in a row, combining exercises into a single workout on a single page. Training with velocity has never been easier sessions!
Advanced metrics (Pro)
βPeak and mean power metrics are now available from the settings of your set review. Also added for PRO subscribers are peak velocity & pause tempo metrics.
Automatic Load Velocity Profiling (Pro)
βEvery session, every exercise, automatically calculated. Gain insights into your performance across all loads and velocities.
VBT Support Pages
βWe've expanded our support pages, helping you to optimise your Metric training. Join our Metric Discord community and learn from your fellow lifters. Pro and non-pro members welcome!
Improvements β¨
- Video Saving Optimisations: We've fixed the issues causing crashes during video saving. Now, you can save your videos smoothly without any interruptions.
- New Onboarding Flow: Getting started with Metric is now faster and easier. Our tutorial is directly connected to your first set, providing real-time tips when they matter.
Bug Fixes π
- More Robust Set Edit Functionality: We've made improvements to our set edit functionality. Now, you can update, modify, and delete sets just the way you want.
- Aesthetic Spring Cleaning: We've spent some time tidying up. Layout fixes, and a more friction-free app experience.
Version 1.3 - Tempo and set review customization
What's New π¨
Eccentric tempo tracking
βMetric now tracks and reports your eccentric tempo for each rep. Tempo tracking is a great way to keep yourself honest and train for better control on the descent.
Customize your highlights cards
βYou can now pick your preferred display settings, choosing which metrics and highlights get shown on the training dashboard. You can tune Metric to better support your goals.
Bodyweight recording
βYou can now keep track of your bodyweight on your profile. This feature doesnβt do much (for now) but very soon Metric will leverage this data for calculating more advanced scores like relative strength and power.
Improvements β¨
- Algorithm improvements. Metric has been improved with better handling of unilateral and Olympic lifts.
Fixes π
- Inevitable bug fixes. Another release, another slew of bugs crushed and general usability improvements help Metric be faster and more reliable than ever!
Version 1.2 - Bar chart mods, algo fix, snatches
What's New π¨
Snatch velocity tracking
Metric now supports tracking for Snatch variations. Be sure to place your phone in a position that allows for the entire lift to fit in the frame.
Bug report button
Users now have a direct line to the Metric development team so they can report issues, share glitchy videos and request features.
Improvements β¨
- Compact bar charts on the home page. The Metric UI is now cleaner, with the bar chart getting far easier to access.
- Stability improvement to filter false repetitions. Thanks to your feedback we were able to find a bug causing false rep detections when phones were in certain positions. This should now be much more reliable.
Fixes π
- Moved some pixels around to keep Metric looking slick and easy to use.
- Improved the login, sign-in and forgot password flow, including a bug fix for keychain access.
Version 1.1 - Context, zoom, custom plate size
What's New π¨
Training context
Metric now provides simple training context information that helps you determine how well you are lifting. The difference between the current set and the last set you performed of the same exercise at the same weight is shown below each stat on the homepage.
Camera zoom capability
Users setting up in tight spaces rejoice! You can now pinch to zoom. If your phone features a wide angle lens you can now use that extra space too.
Custom plate sizes
Now it is possible to train with those odd sized plates floating around your gym. When entering the set exercise information add the diameter of the largest plate on the bar and Metric can deliver accurate data.
Improvements β¨
- Less invasive alerts in camera setup. Metric will still alert you when stabilisation issues are detected, but will be a bit calmer This makes it easier to play with the new Zoom feature and not feel you are being yelled at by a computer!
Fixes π
- A bug that caused noisy reps for some users has been tracked and fixed.
- A laundry-list of housekeeping and pixel pushing was also achieved.
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Version 1.0.1 - Ballistic lifts and intelligent rep detection
What's New π¨
Major algorithm upgrade
Metric has thrown out the rulebook (again π) by using an all-new intelligent rep feature classifier that determines your actual rep start and end points. With this smart algorithm update your rep velocity and ROM data is more truthful and actionable than ever before, and Metric can now easily handle ballistic lifts.
Ballistic lifts added
Several new lifts have been added to the exercise list including: loaded jumps (trap bar and barbell), cleans, jerks, push-press, high-pulls and step-ups. This is made possible thanks to the new rep feature classifier algorithm.
Support for multi-athlete recording
Early access users of Metric for Teams can now quickly switch between athletes while using one device to record sets.
Support for deleting sets
For future planned capabilities we have now added the ability to delete a recorded set entirely. This can be handy if you are messing about showing someone how to use the app and donβt want their set saved in your training history (hint hint).
Improvements β¨
- Search field on the exercise selection screen. You can now quickly filter the list to find your lift.
- Fewer taps between sets. Metric previously had an extremely convenient workflow for adding a new set, but after hundreds of sets recorded we realised we could significantly reduce the taps required by condensing everything to a single screen prior to recording.
Fixes π
- Accelerometer tweaks to reduce false set cut-offs. Metric was previously a little sensitive to the device being moved and would prematurely end sets. Dropping your deadlifts is now less likely to kill the set recording (thanks Bryce!)
- General bug squashing. As ever Metric has had a range of small bugs or crashes resolved.
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Version 0.6.0 - Improved 3D tracking and correction
What's New π¨
New exercises
Two new exercises added to the library - Step Ups and Floor Press.
Improvements β¨
- Overhauled the tracking algorithm. Metric is now able to record sets reliably from a wider range of phone positions, including placing the phone lower down relative to the barbell.
- X & Z axis correction. Metric now features X-axis and Z-axis correction so mean velocity is more accurate, and aligns with other velocity tracking technologies that also offer X-axis correction.
Fixes π
- Touch ups and bug squashing. As usual stability has been tweaked, bugs and crashes should be less common as a result.
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Version 0.5.4 - Set editing and rep removal
What's New π¨
Editing set details and hiding reps
You can now change the exercise or weight after recording a set. Even better, Metric now allows you to exclude a rep from the results. Maybe you pulled the bar too hard on set-up? No problem, press the icon next the detected rep to remove it.
Improvements β¨
- Variance is now consistency. Previously Metric reported how varied your range of motion was each set. Now Metric displays how consistent - the inverse number. Basically you should aim for 100% consistency!
- Optimisations for older phones. Users with older devices (especially on iOS 14), were sometimes getting some funky results. Metric is now better optimised for these devices and should be more reliable for these users.
- Memory handling restructure. When video was being reprocessed for accuracy, sometimes results would be wildly inaccurate. The culprit was memory handling; Metric now handles memory properly so more accurate results are in fact more accurate.
Fixes π
- Tiny pop-up is no longer. A micro-sized information box in the app would randomly show up after a set and force users to re-start. We hunted down a tiny error that caused the tiny pop up and it should no longer be a problem.
- Touch ups and bug squashing. As usual stability has been tweaked, bugs and crashes should be less common as a result.
Version 0.5.0 - Video Overlay and Rest Timer
What's New π¨
Video data overlay and easy sharing Metric now has a visualisation of your data placed on your lift video. This can help you understand how each rep looks and relate it back to your velocity. With the addition of a share button its now even easier to post your lifts to social, or quickly send them to your coach.
Rest timer Keep honest about your rest times with a new timer on the menu bar. It starts counting as soon as your last rep ends so you donβt have to do a thing!
Video re-processing Some older devices could struggle to keep up with the Metric computer vision algorithm during live recording. Now Metric will automatically detect if your device dropped frames and quickly re-process videos to confirm everything is accurate!
Fixes π
- Weight field now allows commaβs to denote decimal place. Metric was not recognising European keyboard entry on the weight field. Region localisation is now turned on so Metric can be used no matter where you are!
- Missing video thumbnails have been found. Metric would sometimes show an ugly placeholder where the video thumbnail should be. Now it will always show you getting ready to max out!
- Kicking you out of the highlights screen shouldnβt be a thing. Metric was shooting people back from the screen with the bar charts before they could actually look at them. We couldnβt actually replicate this issue but Metric has been changed so that this is less likely to happenβ¦ (Let us know if you spot this bug?!)
Version 0.4.1 - App Store Launch
What's New π¨
Metric VBT now publicly available on the App Store for iOS
We are thrilled to be able to launch the first public version of Metric VBT. Metric allows users to record a set of a barbell lift and immediately receive accurate velocity and range of motion analysis.
User training data in the cloud
For now there is little change to the user experience compared to the last beta, but Metric now connects to a cloud storage database which will allow future performance tracking features to be built!
Improved β¨
- Added 0% velocity loss support card. Sometimes Metric reports 0% velocity loss across a set, and that can be confusing! So now there is a support card explaining why this happens.
- Changed highlight information for single rep sets. Similarly you canβt have fatigue or variance on singles, so the highlights cards now show no value for these.
Fixes π
- Tapability of cards. Some of Metricβs cards which looked tapable would not respond to taps if you didnβt tap the text or icon. Now the entire card can be tapped and Metric will respond as you expect (by opening the card!)
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Version 0.4.0-beta - Exercise Preferences, Advanced Rep Metrics
Whatβs new π¨
Per-exercise metric preferences
βEvery exercise can now have its own specifications and settings configuration. Choose which metrics appear in your bar charts, which stats overlay on your video, whether bar path is shown, and whether you log RPE. All these and more can be customized as app-wide defaults or on a per-exercise override.
Advanced metrics
βThirteen metrics are now available in the Metric Android including peak velocity, mean velocity, power metrics, tempo, time to peak velocity, and more for full parity with the iOS app rep metrics. Full list of available metrics here β
Double bar chart comparisons
βSelect a second metric to display side by side in your set review bar chart. Compare velocity against power, tempo against ROM, or any combination that fits your training. Set app defaults or exercise specific configurations for primary and the optional secondary metric.
Supported devices list
βWeβve published a supported devices list so you can check whether your device meets the requirements to run Metricβs computer vision system. Android devices have a wide range of chip configurations, and not all have the GPU performance needed for accurate, real-time barbell tracking. Check if your device is on the list here β
Improvements β¨
- Better low-light recording. Improved exposure management during live recording so you get cleaner video with better tracking in dimly lit gyms.
- Broader import compatibility. Fixed video encoding issues that caused import failures across different Android video formats and manufacturers.
Bug fixes π
- Fixed camera preview showing a black screen in some conditions
- Fixed a crash when scrolling through a large set history
- Fixed a crash on the home screen loading
- Fixed various recording and import edge cases on specific device configurations
Version 0.3.0-beta - RPE, video management, app settings
What's new π¨
RPE and RIR tracking
βRate your sets with RPE or RIR directly after recording. A new entry sheet lets you log perceived effort alongside your velocity data, giving you a more complete picture of every set. Toggle RPE tracking on or off from the settings menu.
Video management
You can now handle your video storage and deletions automatically. Old videos can be cleaned up to free space on your device while your personal record videos are always kept safe. You can also set videos to auto-export before deletion, so nothing is lost.
Rep auto-hide
βUnracks and re-racks are now automatically filtered from your set data. Your rep count and set averages reflect only your working reps, giving you cleaner data without manual editing. If Metric gets one of these wrong you can alway unhide it from the reps table in the set review.
Account & settings menu
βNew toggle options for RPE tracking and bar path overlay visibility. Customize what you see during and after your sets. The settings menu also now links directly to the changelog, Metric validation research, and user guides on the website.
Improvements β¨
- Fixes for plate detection in preview. The pre-recording plate detection system is now more responsive, giving you quicker more accurate feedback on your setup.
- HEVC video encoding. Videos now save in HEVC, cutting file sizes by roughly 50% with no loss in quality. Faster exports, less storage used.
- Image color encoding fixed. Video was appearing washed out on playback for some devices, Metric now properly matches your device color space for playback and export.
- Refreshed UI across the app. Form fields, dropdowns, and text inputs have been unified across profile, quick set, edit set, and bug report screens for a cleaner, more consistent look.
- Improved cloud syncing. Training data is now saved and written to cloud storage more efficiently.
Bug fixes π
- Fixed crashes in the camera and set history screens
- Fixed an issue where some devices failed to activate the GPU for vision processing, falling back to slower CPU paths.
- Numerous tracking and camera performance fixes
Version 0.2.4-beta - Mali support and preview feedback
What's new π¨
Plate detection preview
βBefore you hit record, Metric now shows you whether it can see your plates in the frame. This gives you real-time feedback on your setup so you can adjust your position, angle, or framing before you start your set.
Fallback tracking for Mali chipset devices
Devices outside the flagship Samsung and Pixel line ups use alternative Mali GPU chipsets, that was not playing nicely with the Metric vision tracking system. We have now added a dedicated tracking and video processing pipeline specifically for these devices. Users who were reporting zero reps, crashes and failed imports (particularly the Motorola owners), this should now be fixed and working. Processing is a little slower, but accuracy should be just as good.
Improvements β¨
- Accelerometer fallback for budget phones. Device stability detection now works on phones without high-precision sensors.
- Faster real-time processing. Another round of processing speed improvements during live recording (up to 50+ fps for real time frame tracking on a Pixel 7 as baseline).
- Better bug reporting. More diagnostic logging and error catches in the vision pipeline, so when something does go wrong, we can find it faster.
Bug fixes π
- Fixed camera zoom level not initializing correctly between sessions
- Fixed a preview distortion issue on some devices
- Fixed crash causes, hangs and sluggish processing steps throughout the vision and plate tracking system
- Fixed a bug in the dropped frames fill logic for post processing
Version 0.2.0-beta - Stability fixes
What's new π¨
No new features in this release β this update is focused entirely on stability and performance.
Improvements β¨
- Faster post-recording processing. Set data processes faster after you finish recording, getting you to your results sooner.
- Improved selfie cam tracking. Barbell detection on the front-facing camera is now more accurate and consistent.
Bug fixes π
- Fixed numerous crashes during video import and processing
- Fixed a bug where users with a large set history couldn't open the app
- Fixed a crash in the velocity trace chart when reviewing longer video sets
- Fixed selfie cam data and bar path being inverted
- Fixed Google sign-up failing for some users
Version 0.1.0 - Processing speed ups, personal records and trend charts
What's new π¨
Personal record badges
βEvery set now shows animated record badges for load, mean power, reps, and mean velocity β each displayed as a percentage of your all-time best. Tap any badge for a detail sheet with context on where you stand: new record, closing in, or building your baseline.
Velocity trends
βA new trend card compares your current set velocity against your six-week historical average. See at a glance whether you're trending up (well recovered and ready to push, trending down (potentially fatigued or not lifting with intent), or holding steady, and tap through for a detailed chart breakdown. Learn more about how Metric calculates Trends here β
Set quality warnings
βAfter each recording, Metric now analyses your setup and flags potential issues β viewing angle, framing, plate size, 0 rep reps, and device stability. These replace the old generic "no reps" message with specific, actionable feedback so you can fix issues and get better data on your next set.
Device stability detection
βYour phone now needs to be stable before recording can begin. An on-screen status pill shows whether your device is ready, needs to be held steady, or stood upright. Recording is disabled until the device is stationary and automatically stops if significant movement is detected mid-set.
Fullscreen video playback
βVideo playback can now be expanded to full screen with a tap. Includes a time scrubber, mute toggle, and your bar path and stats overlay β all carried over seamlessly between the mini player and expanded view.
Intuitive video playback
Video thumbnails are now extracted from the first rep in your set to provide better context and video playback now starts playing from 1 second your first rep starts, making technique review more efficient.
Improvements β¨
- Set history improvements. More details are now included on your set history list including a video thumbnail, your best rep velocity and %Β fatigue in the set.
- Faster real-time processing. Frame rates during live recording have jumped from 30fps into the high 40s and low 50s on devices that support 60fps, meaning smoother tracking and fewer missed data points.
- Smarter weight formatting. Decimal loads like 72.5kg now display correctly across the app.
Bug fixes π
- Fixed set data failing to load on some sessions
- Fixed an issue where Real-time recordings were dropping video frames during processing
- Fixed an issue with video imports and crashes on some Android chipsets and devices
Version 0.0.2 - 4k import & bar path fixes
What's new π¨
Set highlight bar
βThe set review screen now shows your best rep, set average, and fatigue/consistency metrics right at the top. Key performance data for every set, all at a glance.
Improvements β¨
- Midpoint zoom for ultrawide cameras. Wide ultrawide lenses (0.5x, 0.6x) now snap to a tighter midpoint zoom (0.75x, 0.8x), making it easier to frame your setup without switching cameras.
- Persistent selfie cam settings. Your camera selection and zoom level now carry over between sets, so you're not re-adjusting every time you hit record.
- Faster video imports. All imported videos process significantly faster, with 1080p processing speeds up to 2x quicker than before.
Bug fixes π
- Fixed a crash when importing 4K video
- Fixed bar path inversion on selfie cam recordings
- Fixed video rotation detection on imported videos on some Android devices that was causing zero reps or only detecting walkouts (XYΒ axis inversion)
- Fixed a spacing issue on the record action button
- Improved recording controls layout
- Disabled uploading 480p videos, which don't have enough resolution for accurate barbell tracking
Version 0.0.1 - Android Private Beta
What's new π¨
Android Beta - Metric has finally arrived on Android, you can still join the Android beta at this link β
Metric for Android is here (Private Beta)
The Android beta is a focused first release, available exclusively to waitlist members, built to bring velocity-based training to every platform.
We deliberately kept the feature set small so we could ship sooner, gather feedback, and iterate.
Available now you can:
- Account creation and sign-in (syncs with your existing Metric account if you have one)
- Record sets directly in-app or import videos from your camera roll
- 1080p HD video recording
- Real-time velocity, ROM, bar path, and tempo data
- Video playback with bar path overlay
- Video export with data overlay
- Training history on your home screen
Barbell tracking with computer vision
βRecord or import your sets and get instant set data including mean velocity, range of motion and eccentric tempo. The same tracking engine that powers Metric on iOS, is now available on your Android device.
Video playback with bar path overlay
βPlayback your sets and export the video with a real-time bar path overlay, then export and share videos directly from the app. Your training footage just became a coaching tool.
Training history, search, and sharing
βEvery set and video is saved to your free training profile. Search through your historical data, review past performance, and share sets with your coach or training partners β all at a glance.
Report bugs, provide feedback
Report bugs, suggest features and give feedback to the Metric team from inside the Metric app or join the Metric Discord