Fitness Apps reviews from Reddit
Summary
We analyzed 196 Reddit reviews across 25 subreddits and 36 posts to rank the best Fitness Apps brands recommended by redditors, including communities like r/vrfit, r/AppleWatch, r/workout, r/oculus, r/xxfitness. Top-rated brands include Supernatural (4.5/5), Les Mills (4.2/5), Strong (4.3/5).
Stats
Reviews196
Subreddits25
Posts36
Brands83
Products40
196 reviews from
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By Brand
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#1
Supernatural
4.5
(11)
"I use Supernatural the most by far."
"Supernatural is fantastic for boxing and pseudo-dance movements."
"Supernatural is the best. Really brings peace of mind."
"Supernatural will always give you a solid workout at any intensity level regardless of your current fitness overall."
"I love Supernatural, so of course I think that was a great pick."
"I love Supernatural! It’s like Beat Saber but I feel like I get more of a workout."
"Supernatural is just so hard to beat! They have 2 kinds of workouts and the difficulty is perfect for a good workout."
"Supernatural is $9.99/mo, but to me it’s worth it. Almost daily updates with new music & a really big community of users to help keep you motivated."
"Been using Supernatural for 2 weeks now. Started out burning 300 calories the first day. Up to 600 calories per session now."
"Supernatural is a subscription service entirely intended for fitness."
#2
Les Mills
4.2
(10)
"I also love Les Mills Body Combat."
"An intense workout that keeps you engaged."
"I also like Les Mills body combat."
"Les Mills XR Dance is my favorite."
"I like Les Mills Body Combat."
"I really like LesMillsCombat (no sub)"
"Defo Les Mills. No subscription and plenty of workouts included to keep you going for a while."
"Awesome for fun and exercise!"
"Les Mills Bodycombat is boxing drills, pretty boring TBH, not nearly as much fun as Supernatural."
"Les Mills Body Combat is too intense for me to use every day."
#3
Strong
4.3
(8)
"I started using Strong last week and LOVE it."
"Strong is great for lifting, providing the right motivation."
"Check out Strong."
"Strong"
"If you want to track weights, reps, etc., then I'd suggest Strong."
"Strong on IOS, Progression on Android."
"I like Strong."
"Gymaholic or Strong for weight training."
#4
Fitbod
4.6
(7)
"Gentler Streak ,FITBOD are the ones I use almost daily."
"FitBod >>>"
"Yeah I’ve been using Fitbod for a couple of years for strength focused training and it has everything I could want."
"Fitbod"
"Fitbod has been pretty helpful and easy with tracking workouts."
"I've been using it for a couple months and it's pretty good."
"Fitbod"
#5
Pistol Whip
4.1
(7)
"Pistol Whip is great, especially with modifiers like Bullet Hell and Vengeance."
"Pistol Whip is great for using your legs and not just your arms."
"I use Supernatural the most by far, followed by Pistol Whip."
"Fun and great for exercise!"
"I also see a lot of recs for Pistol Whip."
"Pistol Whip is a nice workout...lots of dodging!"
"Pistol Whip is a good workout but requires focus on squatting."
#6
MyFitnessPal
4.5
(6)
"MyFitnessPal helps me track my calories effectively."
"MyFitnessPal helps track food, steps and water. Always nice to see how much I'm putting in vs how much I'm burning."
"MyFitnessPal is great for tracking calories and exercises and it's free."
"I like using MyFitnessPal for tracking calories."
"Myfitnesspal"
"MyFitnessPal is a good one, I have used it before."
#7
FitOn
4.5
(6)
"I second fiton!!!"
"FitOn is free"
"FitOn is an excellent fitness app that offers a variety of workouts and is user-friendly."
"These are some popular fitness apps: FitOn"
"I like the FitOn app. You can choose between so many things and it's all for home workouts."
"I quite enjoyed using FitOn for my workouts."
#8
Thrill of the Fight
4.5
(6)
"The Thrill of the Fight is perfect for pure boxing."
"Thrill of the Fight is amazing to get in shape. It’s a 10 as a game and workout."
"Not really a fitness app, but it's a competitive boxing game so it should count."
"Great for burning calories!"
"Thrill of the Fight is great for exercise but is inconsistent."
"Thrill of the Fight gets rave reviews and is apparently genuinely fun, challenging cardio."
#9
Hevy
4.3
(6)
"Hevy is 50% off for the year ($12). But even the free version is amazing."
"Try downloading Hevy! It’s connected to Apple Watch."
"These are some popular fitness apps: Hevy"
"Hevy is awesome. No bullshit and a really good free tier."
"1. Hevy (strength training)"
"I like Hevy also."
#10
Audio Trip
4.3
(6)
"Great for cardio and fun to play!"
"I also like Audio Trip."
"My favorite game for a VR workout is Audio Trip; specifically cardio mode."
"Audio Trip features the same full range of motion, but is different enough to be complementary to Synth Riders."
"Audio Trip is so much fun and has a cardio difficulty that really gets your heart pumping."
"Audio Trip was enjoyable but not a proper workout."
#11
Lose It!
4.4
(5)
"I switched from MyFitnessPal to Lose it! & im very happy with it, connects to my apple watch so it tracks my steps and workouts,etc."
"Super simple to use with a great UI."
"It’s not free, but the Lose It app has a lifetime subscription which is pretty reasonable."
"Lose it! for calorie counting."
"I’m currently trying lose-it after MFP said they were going to charge for barcode scanning. I’m liking it so far."
#12
Synth Riders
4.4
(5)
"A fantastic VR fitness game that combines music and rhythm."
"I love Synth Riders."
"Synth Riders is fun as heck and will make you sweat and sore at the Master level of play."
"Synth Riders is a lot of fun but doesn't provide the same workout as Beat Saber or BoxVR."
"As a Beat Saber alternative - Over 1500 free songs to download & play"
#13
Athlytic
3.8
(5)
"I use Athlytic (or bevel) and hevy."
"Check out Athlytic or Bevel, it gives you Whoop like kind of data."
"If I had choose I would pick Athlytic as it gives you more relevant data"
"2. Athlytic (analysis)"
"I also used Athlytic in the past, but 1) the recovery didn’t really align with how I felt as well as Bevel did."
#14
Bevel
5.0
(3)
"Bevel Health is great."
"I'm a huge fan of Bevel."
"[Bevel Health] is a great app."
#15
Peloton
5.0
(3)
"Peloton has a free 90 day trial right now! Lot's of bodyweight classes."
"Peloton has a free 90 days right now and they don't require a weight be entered."
"Get a bike phone holder and use it to stream classes, like from Peloton."
#16
WorkOutDoors
4.3
(3)
"Great app for runners looking to personalize their running experience and track additional metrics."
"Second WorkOutdoors."
"WorkOutDoors"
#17
YouTube
4.3
(3)
"YouTube is great for learning how to use machines and free weights."
"Try [growwithjo](https://youtu.be/vJS9a1mpYGw?si=kHrhLvHsdLrWgS7M)"
"I enjoy following Caroline Girvan workouts on YouTube."
#18
Strava
4.3
(3)
"The Strava Android app supports foot pods via Bluetooth, making it easy to connect and track your runs."
"You can use strava or similar apps to simply view your friends’ activities and whatnots."
"Have you tried Strava? It should be compatible across most platforms"
#19
Active
4.0
(3)
"Couch to 5K from Active for when I do that program"
"I used the C25K when I did my first run 3 years ago. Definitely a good app to get me ready for it."
"C25K trains you to run 5km without killing yourself"
#20
Beat Saber
4.0
(3)
"Beat Saber is also great for moving your body without it feeling like exercise."
"I like Beat Saber and Synth Riders for variety."
"Beat Saber is extremely addictive and a must own!"
#21
Happy Scale
4.0
(3)
"Cronometer and happy scale."
"Happy Scale to manage my daily weigh ins."
"Happy scale is a simple weigh in app."
#22
MapMyRun
4.0
(3)
"MapMyRun to record runs, walks, and dog walks."
"I also use MapMyRide, MapMyWalk and MapMyRun. They are free and work with the watch."
"MapMyRun... helps with running and you can track your progress and distance and variables"
#23
Cronometer
4.0
(3)
"Cronometer is another free app that also has the barcode scan feature for free"
"Cronometer and happy scale."
"Cronometer to track nutrition (not just calories, but also macros and all nutrients)"
#24
Heavy
5.0
(2)
"Hevy is the best app I ever had on my Ultra."
"Hevy is awesome"
#25
Jefit
5.0
(2)
"Jefit is hands down the best one I've seen"
"They have tons of programs already in, or you can make your own. It walks you through your workout, has a rest timer, and preloads your lifts with what you lifted last time."
#26
BeachBody
5.0
(2)
"Core speed and core cardio workouts are effective and scalable."
"Tons of workouts for all levels, engaging instructors, and easy to modify workouts."
#27
Caliber
4.5
(2)
"Everyone else is wrong, Caliber works awesome"
"These are some popular fitness apps: Caliber"
#28
Beat Games
4.5
(2)
"I love Beat Saber."
"Beat Saber is a fun game but encourages less movement on harder difficulties."
#29
Apple
4.5
(2)
"The built-in Workouts app is great for tracking workouts without distractions."
"The fitness app on the watch is pretty good actually. I use it to log workouts and it has most types (walks, run, yoga, etc.)."
#30
AudioTrip
4.5
(2)
"AudioTrip is excellent with a 'Cardio' difficulty level."
"I use Supernatural the most by far, followed by Pistol Whip."
#31
FitXR
4.5
(2)
"Guaranteed sweating after 10 minutes."
"FitXR combines fun gameplay with effective workouts."
#32
Holofit
4.5
(2)
"Holofit offers unique and engaging biking experiences with quirky maps."
"Holofit offers immersive fitness experiences that keep you motivated."
#33
Fitnotes
4.5
(2)
"It's really customizable and lacks the unnecessary bloat most other training apps have."
"It has a bit of a learning curve but it's fantastic once you're set up. Super flexible."
#34
Android
4.5
(2)
"There are a bunch of programs in it already, with the option to make your own, or add exercises on at the end of the workout if you want to keep going."
"It's a decent simple app that works offline and is easy to use."
#35
Nike
4.5
(2)
"The Nike Training Club app offers a fantastic variety of workouts and is very user-friendly!"
"I like the workouts in Nike fitness club. Lots of different types and challenge levels."
#36
VR Game
4.5
(2)
"Superhot is a great fitness game that keeps you engaged and sweaty."
"Thrill of the Fight will absolutely kick your ass even in short sessions."
#37
Gymaholic
4.0
(2)
"Gymaholic"
"Gymaholic or Strong for weight training."
#38
Superhot
4.0
(2)
"Engaging and gets your body twisting without being too intense."
"Superhot offers a unique pseudo-yoga experience with slow and deliberate movements."
#39
Aaptiv
4.0
(2)
"Aaptiv."
"Great workouts and lots of mindfulness activities."
#40
Mobvoi
3.5
(2)
"Mobvoi Tic Exercise is good enough for me"
"I've founded Mobvoi Tic Exercise accurate but it depends on what data you need. It's ok for a non professional man like me."
#41
Hitstream
3.5
(2)
"Hitstream is a fun and engaging music-based movement game that offers a free demo version."
"I did put my shoulder out using Hitstream as there’s too many hits over your head."
#42
Athlean-X
5.0
(1)
"Athlean-x made a great schedule vid"
#43
Ironwolf Pact
5.0
(1)
"Its military style calisthenics, ranges from 30m to 1h workouts, full body work, all bodyweight."
#44
Get Fit with Rick
5.0
(1)
"I love Get Fit with Rick on youtube."
#45
Fitness Blender
5.0
(1)
"I have been loving fitness blender workouts while quarantined."
#46
Streaks
5.0
(1)
"Streaks Workout is an excellent app for maintaining fitness routines!"
#47
Eleven
5.0
(1)
"I also like Eleven table tennis."
#48
Shadow BoXR
5.0
(1)
"Shadow BoXR has been my main exercise for the past 2.5 years."
#49
Rezzil
5.0
(1)
"Great for back problems, involves unconventional movements."
#50
Global Fitness Creative Inc
5.0
(1)
"Any of these gives you a personal trainer in your pocket!"
#51
TopStretching
5.0
(1)
"Best fitness app that tracks calories and schedules diet."
#52
Oculus
5.0
(1)
"HitMotion: Reloaded offers an engaging and immersive VR workout experience."
#53
Koord Coach
5.0
(1)
"It's absolutely free, no subscriptions or anything. You can train your cardio and reflexes with it."
#54
5.0
(1)
"It will track your steps. People underestimate how much fitness you can get just by getting up and walking around."
#55
Zombie Run
5.0
(1)
"Big fan of the app!"
#56
Calistree
5.0
(1)
"It's the exercise app I've always wanted and am so glad I found it."
#57
Wahoo
5.0
(1)
"The Wahoo cadence sensor is easy to attach and works great!"
#58
BoxVR
5.0
(1)
"BoxVR was enjoyable and I achieved 100% of the steam achievements."
#59
Bodybuilding.com
5.0
(1)
"Bodybuilding.com has a great app and social network, similar to Facebook for fitness enthusiasts."
#60
Zombies, Run!
5.0
(1)
"Great app for runners, especially with Apple Watch support!"
#61
Evolve
5.0
(1)
"Evolve you came highly recommended to me."
#62
Paybycal
5.0
(1)
"It's super easy to use and has a bunch of nutrition experts who can help you make personalized meal and workout plans."
#63
Hilofit
5.0
(1)
"You can ride a bike and elliptical with Hilofit. So much fun."
#64
Shadowboxr
5.0
(1)
"Shadow boxing in any form is one of the best exercises you can do with back problems. It puts a huge smile on my face when I play."
#65
Holopoint
5.0
(1)
"Holopoint is a great workout for archery."
#66
Shadow Boxr
5.0
(1)
"My top calorie burner and favorite!"
#67
iFit
5.0
(1)
"IFit was the only program that has kept my interest and keeps me motivated."
#68
Train Fitness
5.0
(1)
"It's a game changer, especially for upper body workouts. It tracks your movement with AI and auto-detects exercises and reps."
#69
My Fitness Pal
5.0
(1)
"I use My Fitness Pal to track calories because it shows you how many nutrients are in the foods you eat."
#70
CrossFit
5.0
(1)
"CrossFit provides structured workouts so I don't have to think about it."
#71
Apple Watch
4.0
(1)
"If your friends have an Apple Watch too you can compete and share with them directly through Apple Watch fitness."
#72
Stridekick
4.0
(1)
"Stridekick. But they’d all have to join that platform - the app just lets you do competitions and stuff along folks with different trackers."
#73
Fitbit
4.0
(1)
"This is the main reason I stayed with Fibit for so long."
#74
Google Fit
4.0
(1)
"Have you tried the 'Stationary biking' workout on Google fit?"
#75
DDP Yoga
4.0
(1)
"Www.ddpyoga.com"
#76
Ragnarock
4.0
(1)
#77
Power Beats VR
4.0
(1)
"Has no subscription fees."
#78
Stride
4.0
(1)
"If you want something that's more a game, but with fitness, rather than a pure fitness app."
#79
V Shred
4.0
(1)
"I'm doing the V Shred program."
#80
Yoga with Adriene
4.0
(1)
"Yoga with Adriene is free and definitely hard enough."
#81
Muscle & Motion
4.0
(1)
"Muscle & Motion"
#82
Gymrun
4.0
(1)
"Gymrun, strong (black icon with blue Barbell."
#83
Lose It
3.0
(1)
"“Lose it” works. Scanner is not a free feature however."
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