Wilks 2.0 & DOTS Powerlifting Score
Relative strength across weight classes with classification rating.
DOTS Score
412.5 Pts
Classification
300 Novice400 Advanced500+ Elite
Classic Wilks
404.7
DOTS removes the bodyweight bias of older systems — you can compare fairly across weight classes.
Did you know?
The Wilks formula was created in 1996 by Australian powerlifter Robert Wilks, using data from ~12 weight classes to flatten the field.
Formula
DOTS = (Total × 500) / Polynomial(Bodyweight)
FAQs
Why DOTS over Wilks?
DOTS was recalibrated to remove bodyweight bias for lighter and heavier lifters.