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Elite lifters score 500+ DOTS

See where your total places you against national-level standards.

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Bodyweight-fair comparisons

A 66kg lifter and a 120kg lifter can be compared on equal footing.

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4 formulas, 1 result

DOTS, Wilks, Wilks2, and IPF GL Points — calculated together, instantly.

What is the DOTS Calculator?

The DOTS (Dots Objective Total Score) formula converts a raw powerlifting total into a bodyweight-adjusted score, letting lifters of different sizes and sexes be compared fairly. It replaced the older Wilks formula as the official USAPL scoring standard in 2020.

Official Resources

USA Powerlifting → International Powerlifting Federation →
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