Velocity-Based Training and Strength Testing Tools Compared
This page lists what each company says on its own public pages, checked on October 16, 2026. It is not a ranking or recommendation, and we have not tested or audited any product. Everything in the table is 'according to the company'; features and prices change often, so confirm on the company's site. Velocity-based training uses bar speed to guide loads and set endings. Meta-analyses comparing it with percentage-based training report mixed results, and none of the reviews we cite validates a specific device. Measurement accuracy varies by device, protocol and user. Results are general information, not medical advice or a diagnosis; medical decisions need a licensed clinician.
According to each company's own public pages, checked on October 16, 2026. Alphabetical, not a ranking. Prices appear only where the company publishes them. Confirm everything on the company's site.
| Company / product | Who it's for | What it measures | Form factor | Price (as published) | Evidence rating (of the topic) | Company pages |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GymAware | Coach, team or researcher; a laser tracker is described for individuals and personal trainers | Barbell velocity, power and related metrics for velocity-based training, with 1RM estimates and force/velocity profiles | Barbell tracking devices (including a FLEX laser optic tracker) with an iOS app and online portal; the company says it is now part of the VALD ecosystem | Not published on the pages we reviewed; contact the company | 3/5 Mixed Velocity-based resistance training | |
| Output Sports | Strength coach, trainer or physiotherapist | Barbell velocity, force, power, jump, range-of-motion, balance and Nordic-curl metrics, according to the company | One portable sensor with an app | Not published on the pages we reviewed; the company offers a demo and pricing request | 3/5 Mixed Velocity-based resistance training | |
| Tindeq Progressor | Climber, coach or athlete | Real-time force data for training and assessment (the company calls it a Bluetooth dynamometer), plus a related compact rung product | Small Bluetooth force gauge (Progressor 200 and 500) used with a phone or computer app | Not published on the pages we reviewed (see the company's shop) | Evidence rating: Not rated Portable force gauges and dynamometers for strength testing | |
| Vitruve | Coach, athlete or team | Bar velocity, power, estimated 1RM, jump metrics and sprint splits (Vitruve Force encoder and Vitruve Speed gates) | Clip-on wireless bar encoder and timing gates, with an app and optional programming and analytics platform | Not published on the pages we reviewed; the company says no subscription is required to use the device | 3/5 Mixed Velocity-based resistance training |
Not medical advice or a diagnosis. Measurement accuracy varies by device, protocol and user, and published validation studies cover only some products. Medical decisions need a licensed clinician. Evidence ratings describe research on the topic, not any company, and no company is scored. Looking for training equipment? See Training Equipment. Sponsored placement, if any, is labeled and does not change this information or any rating.
How to read the table
Prices are shown only where the company publishes them; otherwise we say so. Form factors differ (bar-mounted devices, a portable sensor, a force gauge), so the products are not directly interchangeable.
What the research says
Two meta-analyses found no clear difference between velocity-based and percentage-based training for strength, power or sprint outcomes (with low-quality evidence in one), while a 2026 meta-analysis in trained individuals reported small advantages for jump performance and change of direction. We rate the method 3 of 5; the rating applies to the training method, not to any device or brand. Portable force gauges are Not rated.
Practical considerations
Device accuracy varies. Maximal strength testing can strain tissues, so warm up and progress gradually, and ask a clinician before starting if you have health conditions.
FAQ
Is velocity-based training better than percentage-based training?
Research is mixed: some reviews find no clear difference and one reports small advantages for jumping and change of direction. Both methods improved performance in the studies reviewed.
Are these devices accurate?
The reviews we cite do not validate specific products. Check independent validation studies for the model you are considering.
Sources
- Liao KF et al. Effects of velocity based training vs. traditional 1RM percentage-based training on improving strength, jump, linear sprint and change of direction speed performance: A Systematic review with meta-analysis. PLoS One 2021
- Orange ST et al. Comparison of the effects of velocity-based vs. traditional resistance training methods on adaptations in strength, power, and sprint speed: A systematic review, meta-analysis, and quality of evidence appraisal. J Sports Sci 2022
- Wang Y et al. The effects of velocity-based vs. percentage-based resistance training on sports performance in trained individuals: a systematic review and meta-analysis. BMC Sports Sci Med Rehabil 2026
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Informational comparison, not a ranking or recommendation. Evidence ratings describe published research on each topic and are editorial opinions, not company grades. Descriptions are based on public information and not independently verified. Prices and features change; confirm on each provider's site. Some links may be affiliate links. Last reviewed October 16, 2026.
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