Wilks & DOTS Calculator
Compare your powerlifting strength across weight classes
Total = Squat + Bench + Deadlift
Enter your bodyweight and total to see your scores
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What Are Wilks and DOTS Scores?
In powerlifting, raw totals do not tell the full story — a 200 kg total at 60 kg bodyweight is far more impressive than the same total at 120 kg. Wilks and DOTS scores solve this by normalising your total against your bodyweight using polynomial coefficients, producing a single number that allows fair comparison across all weight classes.
How the Wilks Formula Works
The Wilks coefficient was developed by Robert Wilks in the early 1990s and is the most widely used scoring system in powerlifting. It uses a 5th-degree polynomial based on statistical analysis of world-class totals across all weight categories. Your Wilks score equals your total multiplied by the coefficient for your bodyweight.
How DOTS Differs from Wilks
DOTS (Dynamic Objective Team Scoring) was developed by the IPF to address criticisms of the Wilks formula — particularly that it favours middleweight lifters and penalises lighter and heavier lifters. DOTS uses a 4th-degree polynomial and is based on more recent competition data. Many federations now display both scores.
Wilks Score Standards
| Level | Men | Women |
|---|---|---|
| Beginner | < 200 | < 150 |
| Intermediate | 200-300 | 150-250 |
| Advanced | 300-400 | 250-350 |
| Elite | 400-500 | 350-450 |
| World Class | 500+ | 450+ |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a Wilks score?
The Wilks score normalises powerlifting totals across weight classes. It allows fair comparison between lifters of different sizes. A higher score means greater relative strength.
What is the difference between Wilks and DOTS?
Both normalise strength across bodyweights. DOTS was developed more recently and addresses criticisms of Wilks for very light and very heavy lifters. Many federations now use both.
What is a good Wilks score?
For men: 200-300 is intermediate, 300-400 is advanced, 400-500 is elite, 500+ is world-class. For women: 150-250 is intermediate, 250-350 is advanced, 350-450 is elite, 450+ is world-class.
What total should I enter?
Enter your powerlifting total — squat + bench press + deadlift. Use competition maxes or estimated 1RMs from the gym.
Does the Wilks score account for age?
No. The standard formula only adjusts for bodyweight and sex. Some federations apply age coefficients separately for masters and younger lifters.
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