DOTS Score Calculator
Turns a powerlifting total into a score you can compare with lifters of other bodyweights.
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The formula
score = total × 500 ÷ (ax⁴ + bx³ + cx² + dx + e) x = bodyweight in kg
Developed by Tim Konertz, with one set of coefficients for men and another for women. Bodyweight is limited to 40–210 kg for men and 40–150 kg for women.
What to watch out for
Add your best squat, bench press and deadlift to get the total, then enter it with your bodyweight. A higher score means a stronger total for your size.
Scores from DOTS and Wilks sit in a similar range but are not interchangeable, so only compare like with like.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the DOTS score for a 90 kg man with a 600 kg total?
388.0 points, using a multiplier of 0.6466.
How much does bodyweight change the score?
The same 300 kg total scores 332.6 at 60 kg and 292.2 at 75 kg for a woman.
What happens if my bodyweight is outside the range?
The nearest limit is used: 40 or 210 kg for men, and 40 or 150 kg for women. The formula caps bodyweight at these values.