Calculate your DOTS score based on your powerlifting total and bodyweight
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The DOTS (Dynamic Objective Team Scoring) formula is one of the most modern and reliable systems for comparing powerlifters across different bodyweights and genders. Whether you're lifting raw or equipped, in a local meet or a pro-level competition, DOTS has become the go-to coefficient used by lifters and federations that prioritize fairness, balance, and performance accuracy. With our DOTS Calculator, you can instantly estimate your score and see where you stack up against the best.
This calculator is designed to be intuitive, visually sharp, and fast — requiring only two inputs: bodyweight and total lifted. It outputs your exact DOTS score in a clean, mobile-responsive popup interface styled with a bold orange theme.
🔍 What Is DOTS?
DOTS stands for Dynamic Objective Team Scoring, a coefficient-based formula developed to improve on previous strength comparison systems like the Wilks formula. It is now the preferred scoring method in many major powerlifting federations, including:
- USPA (United States Powerlifting Association)
- WRPF (World Raw Powerlifting Federation)
- IPL (International Powerlifting League)
- OpenPowerlifting rankings and pro events
The goal of DOTS is to provide an accurate and fair comparison of lifters by accounting for the non-linear relationship between bodyweight and strength. Unlike outdated formulas that tend to favor certain weight classes (usually lighter men or heavier women), DOTS uses regression-based statistical modeling to ensure parity across the board.
📐 The DOTS Formula
The DOTS score is calculated using the following formula: DOTS Score=500×Total Lifteda+b⋅BW+c⋅BW2+d⋅BW3+e⋅BW4\text{DOTS Score} = \frac{500 \times \text{Total Lifted}}{a + b \cdot BW + c \cdot BW^2 + d \cdot BW^3 + e \cdot BW^4}DOTS Score=a+b⋅BW+c⋅BW2+d⋅BW3+e⋅BW4500×Total Lifted
Where:
BW= bodyweight in kilogramsTotal Lifted= sum of best squat, bench, and deadlift- Coefficients
a–ediffer by gender
🔸 Male Coefficients:
- a = 47.461788
- b = 8.472061
- c = 0.073694
- d = -0.001395
- e = 0.000007076659
🔸 Female Coefficients:
- a = -125.42582
- b = 13.712194
- c = -0.033072
- d = 0.000515
- e = -0.000002515182
🎯 Features of the DOTS Calculator
- ✅ Official Coefficients (2020 version)
- ✅ Gender-based formula to ensure scoring fairness
- ✅ Mobile-friendly UI with modern modal-based result display
- ✅ Easy input – just bodyweight and total
- ✅ No registration – free and instant access
Whether you're training for a meet or just curious how strong you are relative to your peers, this calculator delivers results that matter.
📊 How to Use the Tool
- Select your gender (Male or Female)
- Enter your bodyweight in kilograms
- Enter your powerlifting total (squat + bench + deadlift)
- Click "Calculate DOTS"
You’ll instantly see your DOTS score in a sleek popup window that also summarizes your stats.
🏁 Why Use DOTS Over Other Formulas?
The powerlifting community has used various strength scoring methods over the years — most notably Wilks and IPF GL. However, DOTS has surged in popularity for these reasons:
- Fairer across all weight classes
- Validated with current competition data
- No bias toward light or heavy lifters
- Used in most large pro and local meets outside of IPF
If you’re competing in federations like USPA or WRPF, your score will be ranked using DOTS — making this calculator an essential training companion.
📈 Example Use Case
Say you're a male lifter weighing 83 kg and your total is 650 kg. Plug those into the calculator, and you’ll get something like:
- DOTS Score: 435.87
This score is competitive at the advanced level and gives you a direct benchmark to work from. Want to go Pro? Aim for scores above 500.
🧠 Strength Classifications (General Guide)
| DOTS Score | Classification |
|---|---|
| 250–350 | Beginner |
| 350–400 | Intermediate |
| 400–450 | Advanced |
| 450–500 | National-Level |
| 500+ | Elite / Pro |
Note: These ranges are approximate and vary by federation.
🚀 Get Scored Like a Pro
With our DOTS Calculator, you can get elite-level scoring insight without spreadsheets or complex math. Use it to track your competition readiness, measure strength relative to your weight, or simply compare your lifting with lifters worldwide.
If you’re chasing the top of the leaderboard, this is the tool to start with.