Enter your lifts and bodyweight to get your DOTS score, which compares strength across weight classes.
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How DOTS works
DOTS = total (kg) × 500 ÷ (a × BW⁴ + b × BW³ + c × BW² + d × BW + e), where BW is bodyweight in kg. Men and women have separate coefficients. A heavier lifter has to lift more to get the same score.
| Example | Total | Bodyweight | DOTS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Man | 600 kg | 90 kg | about 388 |
| Woman | 400 kg | 63 kg | about 430 |
DOTS, Wilks and IPF GL
DOTS was introduced in 2019 to fix problems with the older Wilks formula at very light and heavy bodyweights. The IPF uses its own GL (Goodlift) points for its competitions, so results differ slightly between systems. Use the one your federation uses when comparing meet results.
Frequently asked questions
What is a good DOTS score?
Higher is better. The most useful comparison is with your own past scores, or with lifters in your federation and weight class.
Can I use pounds?
Yes, switch to lb and the tool converts to kg for the formula.
Does it work for bench-only meets?
DOTS is designed for the three-lift total, so bench-only scores aren’t comparable.
Is anything stored?
No, it runs in your browser.
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