Reviews of The Daily Pump

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List of user reviews and ratings for The Daily Pump

Total ratings

4.40 (Rating count: 595)

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Review summary

Users largely praise The Daily Pump for its effective, structured workouts and ongoing variety, with many citing real results and the convenience of ready-made plans. However, repeated, overlapping complaints center on persistent login/account access problems, bugs and reliability (crashes, timer issues, not saving progress), and troublesome billing/cancellation experiences. Many long-time users feel the new app is a downgrade from Playbook, citing slow navigation and a poorer UX. Overall: strong workouts with significant reliability and billing frustrations.

Pros

Highly effective workouts and programs that users report help them gain muscle and get shredded.
Structured, ready-to-follow plans that remove guesswork and make gym sessions efficient.
Ongoing content updates and greater variety that keep routines fresh.
Trusted trainer presence and community support from Julian Smith.
Convenience of having a built-in plan so you don’t have to design workouts daily.

Cons

Frequent sign-in/account access problems (one-time codes not delivered, login loops, password errors).
Reliability bugs and crashes, timer issues, workouts not loading, and not saving progress.
Billing and subscription problems (being charged multiple times, difficulty canceling, referral codes not working).
Perceived downgrade from the Playbook/older app, with slower navigation and less intuitive UX.
Slow, unresponsive UI and navigation that hinders use during workouts.

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User Reviews

Recent rating average: 3.60

All time rating average: 4.40

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27% (14)

Date	Author	Comment
2026-07-07	Sm*****	Long time gym goer and can say without a doubt this program makes too much sense. Walks you through the workouts, keeps logs of your previous lifts, and the best part; regardless if you’re new to the gym or not the videos for each set are a lifesaver for getting the right angles. Can’t recommend this enough!!
Long time gym goer and can say without a doubt this program makes too much sense. Walks you through the workouts, keeps logs of your previous lifts, and the best part; regardless if you’re new to the gym or not the videos for each set are a lifesaver for getting the right angles. Can’t recommend this enough!!
2026-05-01	St*****	I never have given a written review of an app, but I have to just say I have been with this app since it released. It has just gotten better and better. I genuinely love it! I never have to think about what I’m going to do at the gym and it has gotten me shredded. 10/10 app. I always recommend it to my friends. Keep it up! Only suggestion I would give is to be able to switch from lbs to kgs seamlessly with maybe auto conversions.
I never have given a written review of an app, but I have to just say I have been with this app since it released. It has just gotten better and better. I genuinely love it! I never have to think about what I’m going to do at the gym and it has gotten me shredded. 10/10 app. I always recommend it to my friends. Keep it up! Only suggestion I would give is to be able to switch from lbs to kgs seamlessly with maybe auto conversions.
2026-03-16	Bl*****	The workouts now seem to be shorter and less intense than they used to be, even if you opt for the “extra credit.” These seem like beginner lifts compared to the plans that used to be given in previous years.
The workouts now seem to be shorter and less intense than they used to be, even if you opt for the “extra credit.” These seem like beginner lifts compared to the plans that used to be given in previous years.
2026-03-14	Jo*****	Julian's training has been a staple for me for 8 years. App is great. Workouts are the best. Content is evolving and great. Forever supporter.
Julian's training has been a staple for me for 8 years. App is great. Workouts are the best. Content is evolving and great. Forever supporter.
2026-03-02	Al*****	I call this the no excuses app. Whenever I feel stucked or not sure what to do, or where to begin I always rely on the app. It’s acurate, it’s consistent, and it is just made for the GAINS. I’ve used this app for almost two years, I’ve seen a difference in my physique and is is just simply the best.!!!! Thank you Julian
I call this the no excuses app. Whenever I feel stucked or not sure what to do, or where to begin I always rely on the app. It’s acurate, it’s consistent, and it is just made for the GAINS. I’ve used this app for almost two years, I’ve seen a difference in my physique and is is just simply the best.!!!! Thank you Julian
2026-02-21	Ni*****	The app continues to lock me out. No way to get the one time code and when requested, it doesn’t go to the inbox or even spam. Tried different devices to no avail. Great content, but a complete nightmare when basic functionality doesn’t work.
The app continues to lock me out. No way to get the one time code and when requested, it doesn’t go to the inbox or even spam. Tried different devices to no avail. Great content, but a complete nightmare when basic functionality doesn’t work.
2026-02-09	Di*****	So I went to go sign up for this app because my friend swears your program is amazing. I put the referral code in. It won’t take it. I go back. It asked me to sign in or sign up again and re-enter everything first off. I don’t like having my time wasted it’s valuable second I don’t like when someone gives me a referral code for a discount and it doesn’t work. If your app can’t even handle basic information and your referral codes are no good. Why would I sign up with you at least customers feeling very disconnect and feels like this is very untrustworthy.
So I went to go sign up for this app because my friend swears your program is amazing. I put the referral code in. It won’t take it. I go back. It asked me to sign in or sign up again and re-enter everything first off. I don’t like having my time wasted it’s valuable second I don’t like when someone gives me a referral code for a discount and it doesn’t work. If your app can’t even handle basic information and your referral codes are no good. Why would I sign up with you at least customers feeling very disconnect and feels like this is very untrustworthy.
2026-02-06	Ch*****	Workout plans are great but the app is still not nearly as good as the playbook app. Doesn’t even save my last workout. I thought this would’ve been fixed by now.
Workout plans are great but the app is still not nearly as good as the playbook app. Doesn’t even save my last workout. I thought this would’ve been fixed by now.
2026-01-16	Mu*****	I was charged 7 times for one monthly subscription and it’s impossible to get a hold of anyone for help. Immediately canceled my subscription and will be doing a fraud charge on my card!
I was charged 7 times for one monthly subscription and it’s impossible to get a hold of anyone for help. Immediately canceled my subscription and will be doing a fraud charge on my card!
2025-12-02	Gr*****	I absolutely love this app and his programs! Litterally got me from 205 to 230 with eating healthy and got shredded!!! His changes every so months are great. I got a new trainer recently and have no clue how to cancel this subscription. The app itself says go to the App Store then the App Store says go to the app. Help!
I absolutely love this app and his programs! Litterally got me from 205 to 230 with eating healthy and got shredded!!! His changes every so months are great. I got a new trainer recently and have no clue how to cancel this subscription. The app itself says go to the App Store then the App Store says go to the app. Help!