DOTS Calculator
Enter your squat, bench press, deadlift and bodyweight to get your DOTS score in seconds. Compare lifters of any size, see your strength level, and find out the total you need to reach the next tier.
Works in kg or lb, for men and women, and shows Wilks and IPF GL points beside your DOTS so you can compare all three scoring formulas.
| Target DOTS | Total needed | Difference |
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DOTS uses kilograms internally. Pounds are converted automatically. Levels are a general guide, not official federation categories.
What is a DOTS score?
DOTS stands for Dynamic Objective Team Scoring. It is a powerlifting coefficient that turns your squat, bench press and deadlift total into a single number that accounts for bodyweight and sex. A 70 kg lifter and a 120 kg lifter can be compared fairly on the same scale, which is why DOTS is used for best-lifter awards, team scoring and personal tracking.
Tim Konertz of the German Powerlifting Federation developed DOTS in 2019 as a fairer alternative to the original Wilks formula. Many federations now use it, and it is the easiest score to check yourself between meets.
Enter bodyweight
Use your weigh-in weight, in kg or lb.
Add your lifts
Type your best squat, bench and deadlift, or just your total.
Read your score
See your DOTS, level, Wilks, IPF GL and the total needed for your next goal.
DOTS formula and coefficients
The DOTS formula multiplies your total by 500 and divides by a fourth-degree polynomial of your bodyweight. All values are in kilograms.
DOTS = Total (kg) × 500 ÷ (a + b·BW + c·BW² + d·BW³ + e·BW⁴)| Coefficient | Men | Women |
|---|---|---|
| a | −307.75076 | −57.96288 |
| b | 24.0900756 | 13.6175032 |
| c | −0.1918759221 | −0.1126655495 |
| d | 0.0007391293 | 0.0005158568 |
| e | −0.000001093 | −0.0000010706 |
Worked example
A male lifter weighing 83.9 kg (185 lb) with a 521.6 kg (1,150 lb) total scores about 350 DOTS. Divide 500 by the bodyweight polynomial, then multiply by the total.
DOTS score chart: what is a good DOTS score?
These ranges are a practical guide for raw lifters. Your federation, age and equipment category all change what counts as strong locally.
| DOTS score | Level | What it usually means |
|---|---|---|
| Under 200 | Beginner | Learning the lifts, first months of training |
| 200 – 249 | Novice | Solid base, a year or more of consistent lifting |
| 250 – 299 | Intermediate | Ready for a first meet |
| 300 – 349 | Advanced | Strong local competitor |
| 350 – 399 | Competitive | Regional and national level contender |
| 400 – 449 | Elite | National podium level |
| 450 and above | World-class | International level |
DOTS vs Wilks vs IPF GL
| Formula | Introduced | Best known for |
|---|---|---|
| Wilks | 1990s | The classic score, still widely recognised, but it favours some bodyweights over others |
| DOTS | 2019 | A fairer curve for very light and very heavy lifters, popular across many federations |
| IPF GL | 2020 | The IPF's official scoring, with separate coefficients for raw and equipped, classic and bench-only |
Always use the formula your federation requires for competition. For personal tracking, DOTS is a simple and fair choice.
How to increase your DOTS score
Raise your total
Progressive overload on squat, bench and deadlift is the main driver. A few extra kilos on each lift moves your score faster than most other changes.
Fix your weakest lift
The total counts all three lifts. Use the lift-share bar to spot which one lags behind and give it extra volume.
Manage bodyweight
Gaining weight only helps if strength rises faster than the coefficient falls. Track your DOTS across a training block, not a single day.
Compete under the same rules
Compare scores in the same category and equipment style. Retest under the same conditions every 8 to 12 weeks.
Total needed for 300, 350 and 400 DOTS by bodyweight
This table shows the squat, bench and deadlift total (in kg) that produces each DOTS score at common bodyweights. It is calculated with the same formula as the calculator above and rounded to the nearest kilogram.
Men
| Bodyweight | 300 DOTS | 350 DOTS | 400 DOTS |
|---|---|---|---|
| 60 kg | 355 kg | 415 kg | 474 kg |
| 70 kg | 399 kg | 466 kg | 533 kg |
| 80 kg | 435 kg | 508 kg | 580 kg |
| 90 kg | 464 kg | 541 kg | 619 kg |
| 100 kg | 487 kg | 569 kg | 650 kg |
| 120 kg | 522 kg | 609 kg | 696 kg |
Women
| Bodyweight | 300 DOTS | 350 DOTS | 400 DOTS |
|---|---|---|---|
| 50 kg | 239 kg | 279 kg | 319 kg |
| 60 kg | 271 kg | 316 kg | 361 kg |
| 70 kg | 297 kg | 346 kg | 396 kg |
| 80 kg | 318 kg | 371 kg | 425 kg |
| 90 kg | 337 kg | 393 kg | 449 kg |
Common mistakes when calculating DOTS
Mixing units
The formula needs kilograms. If you type pounds, choose LB first so the calculator converts bodyweight and total together.
Using a training max
Use your best competition or gym-verified lifts. Estimated one rep maxes give an estimated DOTS, not a confirmed one.
Wrong sex coefficient
Men and women use different coefficients. Selecting the wrong one changes the score noticeably.
Comparing different categories
Compare raw with raw and equipped with equipped. A DOTS score is most useful against lifters in the same category.
About this DOTS calculator
This calculator uses the published DOTS polynomial coefficients for men and women, with bodyweight and total in kilograms. IPF GL points use the classic raw coefficients, and Wilks uses the original Wilks coefficients. Results were checked against known example values from other public calculators.
Last updated: September 2026. Privacy: everything is calculated in your browser and nothing you enter is stored or sent to a server.
Sources and background: DOTS was introduced in 2019 by Tim Konertz of the German Powerlifting Federation. Scoring systems were compared in an independent evaluation by Kopayev (2020). Check your own federation's rulebook for the official formula used at meets.
Disclaimer: this tool is for education and training tracking. It is not medical or coaching advice, and scores may differ slightly from official meet software because of rounding.
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Frequently asked questions
What is a DOTS score?
DOTS (Dynamic Objective Team Scoring) multiplies your powerlifting total by a bodyweight-based coefficient, so lifters of different sizes and sexes can be compared on one scale.
How do you calculate DOTS?
DOTS = total in kg × 500 ÷ (a + b·BW + c·BW² + d·BW³ + e·BW⁴). The calculator above does this for you and converts pounds to kilograms.
What is a good DOTS score?
Around 300 is a solid intermediate score, 350 is competitive, 400 is elite and 450 or more is world-class for raw lifters.
Is DOTS better than Wilks?
DOTS was built to be fairer at the lightest and heaviest bodyweights. Wilks is still widely known. Use the score your federation requires.
Do I enter kg or lb?
Either. Pick KG or LB at the top of the calculator and every field uses that unit.
Can I calculate DOTS from my total only?
Yes. Switch to Total only, enter your bodyweight and your squat plus bench plus deadlift total.
What bodyweights does DOTS support?
The formula is designed for roughly 40 to 210 kg for men and 40 to 150 kg for women. Values outside this range are clamped and flagged.