Barbell Power Clean vs Barbell Snatch Grip High Pull
Compare your barbell power clean and barbell snatch grip high pull against strength standards for your sex and bodyweight. Use one clean 1–12-rep set per lift to review estimated one-rep maxes, strength levels, next targets, and priority.
First lift: total barbell weight and 1–12 strict reps. Second lift: weight used and 1–12 strict reps. Pounds or kilograms. For the first exercise, begin every rep motionless on the floor, reach full extension, turn the bar over into a secure front rack above parallel, and stand tall. For the second exercise, pull explosively through leg and hip extension, keep the bar close, then guide the bar into a controlled high-pull finish with elbows high and outside. Each lift is compared with its own standards, so the heavier lift is not automatically the stronger one.
Barbell Power Clean vs Barbell Snatch Grip High Pull Strength Standards
These bodyweight tables place the power clean and barbell snatch grip high pull targets side by side from Novice through Elite. Use them to compare standards, not to force a particular ratio between the lifts.
Find the closest row in the men’s or women’s table. Every target lists Power Clean / Barbell Snatch Grip High Pull, pounds first and kilograms second. Enter your own sets above for exact ratings without testing a true one-rep max.
Men’s Power Clean vs Barbell Snatch Grip High Pull Standards
How to read the table: Find the closest bodyweight, then use the labeled exercise row. Every strength-level entry shows one target with pounds first and kilograms beneath it.
| Bodyweight | Exercise | Novice | Intermediate | Advanced | Elite |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 120 lb54.4 kg | Power Clean | 84 lb38.1 kg | 119 lb54 kg | 154 lb69.9 kg | 189 lb85.7 kg |
| Barbell Snatch Grip High Pull | 81 lb36.7 kg | 115 lb52.2 kg | 154 lb69.9 kg | 196 lb88.9 kg | |
| 130 lb59 kg | Power Clean | 89 lb40.4 kg | 126 lb57.2 kg | 162 lb73.5 kg | 200 lb90.7 kg |
| Barbell Snatch Grip High Pull | 85 lb38.6 kg | 121 lb54.9 kg | 162 lb73.5 kg | 207 lb93.9 kg | |
| 140 lb63.5 kg | Power Clean | 93 lb42.2 kg | 132 lb59.9 kg | 171 lb77.6 kg | 210 lb95.3 kg |
| Barbell Snatch Grip High Pull | 90 lb40.8 kg | 127 lb57.6 kg | 171 lb77.6 kg | 217 lb98.4 kg | |
| 150 lb68 kg | Power Clean | 97 lb44 kg | 138 lb62.6 kg | 179 lb81.2 kg | 220 lb99.8 kg |
| Barbell Snatch Grip High Pull | 94 lb42.6 kg | 133 lb60.3 kg | 179 lb81.2 kg | 227 lb103 kg | |
| 160 lb72.6 kg | Power Clean | 102 lb46.3 kg | 144 lb65.3 kg | 186 lb84.4 kg | 229 lb103.9 kg |
| Barbell Snatch Grip High Pull | 98 lb44.5 kg | 139 lb63 kg | 186 lb84.4 kg | 237 lb107.5 kg | |
| 170 lb77.1 kg | Power Clean | 106 lb48.1 kg | 150 lb68 kg | 194 lb88 kg | 239 lb108.4 kg |
| Barbell Snatch Grip High Pull | 102 lb46.3 kg | 145 lb65.8 kg | 194 lb88 kg | 247 lb112 kg | |
| 180 lb81.6 kg | Power Clean | 110 lb49.9 kg | 156 lb70.8 kg | 202 lb91.6 kg | 248 lb112.5 kg |
| Barbell Snatch Grip High Pull | 106 lb48.1 kg | 150 lb68 kg | 202 lb91.6 kg | 257 lb116.6 kg | |
| 190 lb86.2 kg | Power Clean | 114 lb51.7 kg | 162 lb73.5 kg | 209 lb94.8 kg | 257 lb116.6 kg |
| Barbell Snatch Grip High Pull | 110 lb49.9 kg | 156 lb70.8 kg | 209 lb94.8 kg | 266 lb120.7 kg | |
| 200 lb90.7 kg | Power Clean | 118 lb53.5 kg | 168 lb76.2 kg | 216 lb98 kg | 266 lb120.7 kg |
| Barbell Snatch Grip High Pull | 114 lb51.7 kg | 161 lb73 kg | 216 lb98 kg | 275 lb124.7 kg | |
| 210 lb95.3 kg | Power Clean | 122 lb55.3 kg | 173 lb78.5 kg | 223 lb101.2 kg | 275 lb124.7 kg |
| Barbell Snatch Grip High Pull | 118 lb53.5 kg | 167 lb75.7 kg | 223 lb101.2 kg | 284 lb128.8 kg | |
| 220 lb99.8 kg | Power Clean | 126 lb57.2 kg | 179 lb81.2 kg | 230 lb104.3 kg | 283 lb128.4 kg |
| Barbell Snatch Grip High Pull | 121 lb54.9 kg | 172 lb78 kg | 230 lb104.3 kg | 293 lb132.9 kg | |
| 230 lb104.3 kg | Power Clean | 129 lb58.5 kg | 184 lb83.5 kg | 237 lb107.5 kg | 292 lb132.4 kg |
| Barbell Snatch Grip High Pull | 125 lb56.7 kg | 177 lb80.3 kg | 237 lb107.5 kg | 302 lb137 kg | |
| 240 lb108.9 kg | Power Clean | 133 lb60.3 kg | 189 lb85.7 kg | 244 lb110.7 kg | 300 lb136.1 kg |
| Barbell Snatch Grip High Pull | 129 lb58.5 kg | 182 lb82.6 kg | 244 lb110.7 kg | 311 lb141.1 kg | |
| 250 lb113.4 kg | Power Clean | 137 lb62.1 kg | 195 lb88.5 kg | 251 lb113.9 kg | 309 lb140.2 kg |
| Barbell Snatch Grip High Pull | 132 lb59.9 kg | 187 lb84.8 kg | 251 lb113.9 kg | 319 lb144.7 kg | |
| 260 lb117.9 kg | Power Clean | 141 lb64 kg | 200 lb90.7 kg | 258 lb117 kg | 317 lb143.8 kg |
| Barbell Snatch Grip High Pull | 136 lb61.7 kg | 192 lb87.1 kg | 258 lb117 kg | 328 lb148.8 kg | |
| 270 lb122.5 kg | Power Clean | 144 lb65.3 kg | 205 lb93 kg | 264 lb119.7 kg | 325 lb147.4 kg |
| Barbell Snatch Grip High Pull | 139 lb63 kg | 197 lb89.4 kg | 264 lb119.7 kg | 336 lb152.4 kg | |
| 280 lb127 kg | Power Clean | 148 lb67.1 kg | 210 lb95.3 kg | 271 lb122.9 kg | 333 lb151 kg |
| Barbell Snatch Grip High Pull | 142 lb64.4 kg | 202 lb91.6 kg | 271 lb122.9 kg | 344 lb156 kg | |
| 290 lb131.5 kg | Power Clean | 151 lb68.5 kg | 215 lb97.5 kg | 277 lb125.6 kg | 341 lb154.7 kg |
| Barbell Snatch Grip High Pull | 146 lb66.2 kg | 207 lb93.9 kg | 277 lb125.6 kg | 353 lb160.1 kg | |
| 300 lb136.1 kg | Power Clean | 155 lb70.3 kg | 220 lb99.8 kg | 283 lb128.4 kg | 348 lb157.9 kg |
| Barbell Snatch Grip High Pull | 149 lb67.6 kg | 212 lb96.2 kg | 283 lb128.4 kg | 361 lb163.7 kg |
Women’s Power Clean vs Barbell Snatch Grip High Pull Standards
How to read the table: Find the closest bodyweight, then use the labeled exercise row. Every strength-level entry shows one target with pounds first and kilograms beneath it.
| Bodyweight | Exercise | Novice | Intermediate | Advanced | Elite |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 100 lb45.4 kg | Power Clean | 52 lb23.6 kg | 80 lb36.3 kg | 109 lb49.4 kg | 137 lb62.1 kg |
| Barbell Snatch Grip High Pull | 46 lb20.9 kg | 68 lb30.8 kg | 94 lb42.6 kg | 121 lb54.9 kg | |
| 110 lb49.9 kg | Power Clean | 55 lb24.9 kg | 85 lb38.6 kg | 116 lb52.6 kg | 146 lb66.2 kg |
| Barbell Snatch Grip High Pull | 49 lb22.2 kg | 72 lb32.7 kg | 100 lb45.4 kg | 129 lb58.5 kg | |
| 120 lb54.4 kg | Power Clean | 59 lb26.8 kg | 90 lb40.8 kg | 123 lb55.8 kg | 155 lb70.3 kg |
| Barbell Snatch Grip High Pull | 52 lb23.6 kg | 77 lb34.9 kg | 106 lb48.1 kg | 137 lb62.1 kg | |
| 130 lb59 kg | Power Clean | 62 lb28.1 kg | 95 lb43.1 kg | 130 lb59 kg | 164 lb74.4 kg |
| Barbell Snatch Grip High Pull | 55 lb24.9 kg | 81 lb36.7 kg | 112 lb50.8 kg | 145 lb65.8 kg | |
| 140 lb63.5 kg | Power Clean | 65 lb29.5 kg | 100 lb45.4 kg | 137 lb62.1 kg | 172 lb78 kg |
| Barbell Snatch Grip High Pull | 57 lb25.9 kg | 85 lb38.6 kg | 117 lb53.1 kg | 152 lb68.9 kg | |
| 150 lb68 kg | Power Clean | 68 lb30.8 kg | 105 lb47.6 kg | 143 lb64.9 kg | 180 lb81.6 kg |
| Barbell Snatch Grip High Pull | 60 lb27.2 kg | 89 lb40.4 kg | 123 lb55.8 kg | 159 lb72.1 kg | |
| 160 lb72.6 kg | Power Clean | 71 lb32.2 kg | 110 lb49.9 kg | 149 lb67.6 kg | 188 lb85.3 kg |
| Barbell Snatch Grip High Pull | 63 lb28.6 kg | 93 lb42.2 kg | 128 lb58.1 kg | 166 lb75.3 kg | |
| 170 lb77.1 kg | Power Clean | 74 lb33.6 kg | 114 lb51.7 kg | 155 lb70.3 kg | 196 lb88.9 kg |
| Barbell Snatch Grip High Pull | 65 lb29.5 kg | 97 lb44 kg | 134 lb60.8 kg | 173 lb78.5 kg | |
| 180 lb81.6 kg | Power Clean | 77 lb34.9 kg | 119 lb54 kg | 161 lb73 kg | 203 lb92.1 kg |
| Barbell Snatch Grip High Pull | 68 lb30.8 kg | 101 lb45.8 kg | 139 lb63 kg | 180 lb81.6 kg | |
| 190 lb86.2 kg | Power Clean | 80 lb36.3 kg | 123 lb55.8 kg | 167 lb75.7 kg | 211 lb95.7 kg |
| Barbell Snatch Grip High Pull | 70 lb31.8 kg | 104 lb47.2 kg | 144 lb65.3 kg | 186 lb84.4 kg | |
| 200 lb90.7 kg | Power Clean | 82 lb37.2 kg | 127 lb57.6 kg | 173 lb78.5 kg | 218 lb98.9 kg |
| Barbell Snatch Grip High Pull | 73 lb33.1 kg | 108 lb49 kg | 149 lb67.6 kg | 193 lb87.5 kg | |
| 210 lb95.3 kg | Power Clean | 85 lb38.6 kg | 131 lb59.4 kg | 179 lb81.2 kg | 225 lb102.1 kg |
| Barbell Snatch Grip High Pull | 75 lb34 kg | 111 lb50.3 kg | 154 lb69.9 kg | 199 lb90.3 kg | |
| 220 lb99.8 kg | Power Clean | 88 lb39.9 kg | 136 lb61.7 kg | 185 lb83.9 kg | 232 lb105.2 kg |
| Barbell Snatch Grip High Pull | 77 lb34.9 kg | 115 lb52.2 kg | 159 lb72.1 kg | 205 lb93 kg | |
| 230 lb104.3 kg | Power Clean | 90 lb40.8 kg | 140 lb63.5 kg | 190 lb86.2 kg | 239 lb108.4 kg |
| Barbell Snatch Grip High Pull | 80 lb36.3 kg | 118 lb53.5 kg | 164 lb74.4 kg | 211 lb95.7 kg | |
| 240 lb108.9 kg | Power Clean | 93 lb42.2 kg | 144 lb65.3 kg | 196 lb88.9 kg | 246 lb111.6 kg |
| Barbell Snatch Grip High Pull | 82 lb37.2 kg | 122 lb55.3 kg | 168 lb76.2 kg | 218 lb98.9 kg |
How Your Barbell Power Clean vs Barbell Snatch Grip High Pull Result Is Calculated
The comparison starts by estimating each max separately. It then rates both lifts against their own standards before identifying the lower result.
1. Estimate a one-rep max from each set
When the set contains one rep, the entered load is the estimate. For 2–12 reps, the calculator keeps the less aggressive of the two formula results.
- Epley: weight × (1 + reps ÷ 30)
- Brzycki: weight × 36 ÷ (37 − reps)
Use recent Power Clean and Barbell Snatch Grip High Pull sets with consistent technique and full intended range of motion. Difficult lower-rep sets generally make the estimated max less dependent on extrapolation.
2. Find the power clean strength level
For power clean, the individual exercise thresholds start from reference bodyweights of 190 lb for men and 150 lb for women. Exact-bodyweight targets use reference target × (user bodyweight ÷ reference bodyweight) to the two-thirds power.
Two-thirds scaling raises the target as bodyweight rises while limiting the size advantage that a direct one-to-one adjustment would create.
3. Find the barbell snatch grip high pull strength level
For barbell snatch grip high pull, the individual exercise thresholds start from reference bodyweights of 190 lb for men and 150 lb for women. Exact-bodyweight targets use reference target × (user bodyweight ÷ reference bodyweight) to the two-thirds power.
This adjustment expects larger lifters to move more weight, but it does not increase the target pound for pound with bodyweight.
4. Compare the two results
Strength level decides the comparison first. Matching levels remain Balanced unless progress toward the next target differs by at least 10 points.
The result identifies the lower standards rating, not its cause. Technique, fatigue, training history, and set quality can all affect the comparison. Age range is recorded anonymously but does not change these standards.
| Stage | What happens |
|---|---|
| Estimate each max | Use the entered weight for 1 rep; for 2–12 reps, keep the lower formula result. |
| Rate the power clean | Adjust power clean targets to exact bodyweight with the two-thirds rule. |
| Rate the barbell snatch grip high pull | Use the exercise-specific estimated max and adjust targets to exact bodyweight with the two-thirds scaling rule. |
| Compare different levels | Name the lower-level lift as the priority. |
| Compare matching levels | Use Balanced unless the difference in progress toward the next level reaches 10 points. |
Use the calculator above to view both estimated maxes, strength levels, next targets, and the resulting priority or Balanced verdict.
How Men’s Barbell Power Clean and Barbell Snatch Grip High Pull Standards Differ
What the men’s data shows:
The power clean and barbell snatch grip high pull standards are within 3 lb at 120 lb, 140 lb, and 150 lb.
Across all listed bodyweights, Elite keep the same higher-target direction.
Across 120–300 lb bodyweight, the Elite gap changes from 3.2 to 5.8 kg.
How to read this chart: Choose a strength level and follow its line across bodyweight. Values show the Barbell Snatch Grip High Pull standard minus the Power Clean standard: zero means equal, above zero means the Barbell Snatch Grip High Pull standard is higher, and below zero means the Power Clean standard is higher. Swipe horizontally on mobile. Use the standards table for exact lb/kg targets.
Line chart loading. The standards tables above contain the exact pounds and kilograms.
How Women’s Barbell Power Clean and Barbell Snatch Grip High Pull Standards Differ
What the women’s data shows:
The standards come closest at 100 lb.
Novice, Intermediate, Advanced, and Elite at every displayed bodyweight.
Across 100–240 lb bodyweight, the Elite gap changes from 7.2 to 12.7 kg.
How to read this chart: Choose a strength level and follow its line across bodyweight. Values show the Barbell Snatch Grip High Pull standard minus the Power Clean standard: zero means equal, above zero means the Barbell Snatch Grip High Pull standard is higher, and below zero means the Power Clean standard is higher. Swipe horizontally on mobile. Use the standards table for exact lb/kg targets.
Line chart loading. The standards tables above contain the exact pounds and kilograms.
Barbell Power Clean and Barbell Snatch Grip High Pull Exercises Used by This Calculator
Compare like-for-like attempts by keeping the power clean and barbell snatch grip high pull setup consistent with their individual rules. Use strict, repeatable Barbell Power Clean and Barbell Snatch Grip High Pull tests that follow each exercise’s setup, range of motion, equipment, and load rules. Do not mix variations, assistance, partial range, momentum, or different load conventions.
Start from the floor and catch above parallel
Enter total barbell weight. Begin every rep motionless on the floor, reach full extension, turn the bar over into a secure front rack above parallel, and stand tall. Do not enter a hang clean, squat clean, muscle clean, high pull without a catch, bounced rep, press-out, strapped lift, or machine variation.
Use the Barbell Snatch Grip High Pull setup and load convention
The entered weight for strict Barbell Snatch Grip High Pull. Valid Barbell Snatch Grip High Pull reps. Pull explosively through leg and hip extension, keep the bar close, then guide the bar into a controlled high-pull finish with elbows high and outside. A valid finish shows a controlled high-pull top position without turnover, catch, overhead lockout, hitching, or shrug-only completion. Consistent setup, range, and finish quality across the entered set. No substituted exercise or assisted reps.
Enter one recent Barbell Power Clean result and one recent Barbell Snatch Grip High Pull result
First lift: total barbell weight and 1–12 strict reps. Second lift: weight used and 1–12 strict reps. Pounds or kilograms.
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