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IPF/DOTS Points Calculator

Compare relative powerlifting strength with the three most used systems: DOTS (recommended), IPF GL Points (official IPF) and Wilks (classic reference). Includes level classification and comparison with historic records.

Sum of squat + bench press + deadlift

IPF GL Points Classification

The IPF GL system uses 100 points as an elite benchmark. Above 100, you are among the best lifters in the world.

LevelIPF GLApprox. DOTSDescription
Sub-Class III
< 80< 250Early training phase
Class III
80 - 90250 - 320Intermediate-to-advanced level
Class II
90 - 100320 - 380Competitive at regional level
Class I (Elite)
100 - 110380 - 450High-level national competition
Master
110 - 120450 - 520International level, world podiums
World Elite
> 120> 520World records, all-time performances

Differences between DOTS, IPF GL and Wilks

DOTS (Recommended)

  • - Modern data (2010-2018)
  • - Used by USAPL and USPA
  • - Better accuracy at body-weight extremes
  • - Fourth-degree polynomial

IPF GL Points

  • - Official IPF system (2020)
  • - 100 pts = elite level
  • - Updated every 4 years
  • - Basado en "Golden Standard"

Wilks

  • - Classic formula (1990s)
  • - Widely known
  • - Historical reference
  • - Less precise today
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