Vitruve VBT
The Gold Standard in Velocity Based Training
Stop guessing. Start measuring with the most reliable, precise, and battle-tested linear encoder on the market.
Leading the market since 2017
VItruve Encoder
Take your Training to the Next Level
No Missing Reps
Laboratory precision. No cameras, no accelerometers. Just the world’s most accurate linear transducer. The scientific gold standard for the weight room.
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Plug & Play
Designed for flow. Simply place the encoder on a metal surface, connect the string to the bar, and you're ready to go. No more setup. No more movement. Just place it and play.
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1 Week Battery Life
1 week of battery life for professional and intensive use. Over 1 month for normal individual use.
8 ft String
Cover any exercise with the 8ft of reinforced Kevlar string.
Bluetooth 3.0
Connect to the Vitruve App via Bluetooth from any device.
Oled Screen 2"
View average speed, maximum speed, ROM, and number of reps from its integrated display.
Neodymium magnets
Attach the encoder to any metal surface to prevent it from moving while you lift.
Tailored Strength Training
Your VBT Command Center
Be everywhere at once. Coach Live gives you total floor control from a single screen. Spot compliance issues, load errors, and athlete struggles instantly, even when your back is turned.
Complete your Stack
Prescribe VBT into your Workouts
The only builder that speaks hardware. Program VBT metrics directly into your workouts. No manual entry, no separate apps, zero friction.
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Unify your data sources
Velocity is the how; Labs is the why. Sync wearables and force plates to see the whole picture.
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Over 7000 coaches
"It's a fantastic device when you're training lots of athletes and need to get started quickly. With Vitruve I know exactly how fast I'm moving the bar, there's no guesswork"
"I've been using Vitruve Encoder for 5 years. I love the whole experience with Vitruve, but I want to give a special shout-out to the excellent customer support."
"We started using Vitruve a few months ago and immediately began to see the value it brings."
"My goal is to improve every athlete I work with. VBT helps me to make very informed decisions"
"Really enjoyed implementing Vitruve into our training today. The interface was very user friendly and engaging to our student-athletes while also giving reliable VBT measurements."
"I have been using Vitruve since 2018. VBT completely changed my view of training. Working with objective data allows me to know the actual load my athletes are exposed to."
You ask, we answer
Vitruve uses linear transducer technology, which is the gold standard in scientific research on speed tracking. Unlike accelerometers (IMUs), which estimate data and have lower accuracy, or camera systems, which can miss repetitions due to angles or lighting, our encoder measures the exact displacement of the bar using a physical cable. This ensures millimeter accuracy on every repetition and, most importantly, no missed repetitions.
No. You can use the Vitruve Encoder with our Free Plan (Individual Athlete), which allows you to view real-time data and log workouts for one person. However, to unlock team management features, coach live, leaderboards, and the Program Builder, you will need one of our memberships (Basic, Elite or Pro)
The Vitruve Encoder connects via Bluetooth and is fully compatible with both iOS and Android devices . Whether you use iPads, Android tablets, or your personal smartphone, the experience is seamless.
While focused on Mean Velocity and Peak Velocity (the primary drivers for VBT), the system also tracks Range of Motion (ROM), Power (Watts), Force (N), Acceleration (m/s2) and many other metrics. It provides all the kinetic data necessary for high-performance profiling.
Yes, we ship globally. Orders typically arrive within 3 to 7 business days via express courier. We offer Free Worldwide Shipping on all orders over €150. Since our Vitruve Encoder is priced at €447 , purchasing a device automatically qualifies you for free express delivery to your doorstep, anywhere in the world.
