Workout App reviews from Reddit
Summary
We analyzed 345 Reddit reviews across 47 subreddits and 98 posts to rank the best Workout App brands recommended by redditors, including communities like r/workout, r/naturalbodybuilding, r/xxfitness, r/WorkoutRoutines, r/gaybrosfitness. Top-rated brands include Hevy (4.3/5), Strong (4.1/5), JEFIT (4.2/5).
Stats
Reviews345
Subreddits47
Posts98
Brands96
Products10
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By Brand
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#1
Hevy
4.3
(34)
"I second Hevy too and I like how you can search by muscle group or type of equipment."
"Hevy"
"Hevy"
"Hevy is dope."
"HEVY. Easy, simple, free and had pre set classic routines you can save and follow."
"I switched to Hevy last summer and prefer it."
"Hevy has been my go-to for awhile."
"I’ve really found great progress with HEVY."
"It's by far my favorite of any I've tried."
"Hevy is great!!!"
#2
Strong
4.1
(25)
"I swear by Strong. It auto-starts your rest timer after you enter your set."
"I use an app called strong that I really love."
"Strong App, Hevy, and several others already do 10/10 of these."
"Look up “strong” App Store its the best"
"I like app 'Strong'."
"I'm using an app called 'Strong', it's got everything I need."
"Strong is where it’s at. So easy to use."
"I just use Strong. It’s an easy way to log your workouts."
"I use strong. Its free for 3 different routines and tracks all the good stuff, including PRs"
"Been using Strong ( r/strongapp) and pretty happy with it"
#3
JEFIT
4.2
(21)
"I have been using JEFIT for quite a while now and I love it."
"I use JEFIT. Helps me put together a few routines."
"I've been using Jefit for about 5 years and never had an issue with it."
"I’ve used it for years and haven’t found anything that comes close in terms of features and ease of use."
"JEFIT."
"Try Jefit"
"Jefit"
"Everything else (mostly) is trying to sell some sort of ai or other gimmick."
"Jefit"
"JEFIT is a good app with different workout plans."
#4
BoostCamp
4.3
(20)
"Boostcamp. Its free and has programs designed by experts."
"Check out Boostcamp, it has tons of free legit programs."
"Boost camp has been pretty good for me."
"I've been using boostcamp for the past 4 months on nSuns 5/3/1 6 day split. I love it."
"BoostCamp and Strong are my go-tos."
"I like Boostcamp. Has a ton of free very popular lifting programs."
"Maybe try the Boostcamp app which is completely free."
"Boostcamp is the one I use"
"Boostcamp is the best app for free programs."
"Boostcamp"
#5
FitBod
4.4
(18)
"Genuinely one of the best ones I’ve used"
"Fitbod, what I use, checks all your boxes."
"FitBod!!! It does essentially all of these things."
"I use Fitbod and like it a lot."
"I give a high recommendation for Fitbod."
"If you want something that will tell you what to do, Fitbod or Gains AI."
"I swear by Fitbod."
"Fitbod, using it since Oct 2021 great app!"
"I use Fitbod and love it."
"So far Fitbod seems like a good fit: easy to modify their suggested workouts, but they’re eager to give a lot of guidance."
#6
Caliber
4.3
(15)
"Alright so Caliber is the BEST."
"It's free... But it's so good I've donated a few times and paid for personal workouts"
"Caliber has been great for me!"
"My husband and I have been using Caliber for about a month, and have really enjoyed it."
"Caliber is really incredible, it has video instructions for all the exercises."
"I like Caliber. You can create your own routines or have the app make you one based on your goals and available gear."
"Caliber is great if you have the know how to create your own routine"
"Caliber app I found really helpful and flexible and the free options are fine. It has programs, videos and you can note weights and reps you did"
"I believe Caliber checks all your boxes."
"I’ve been enjoying Caliber and they recently added some new features for paid accounts."
#7
Ladder
4.8
(13)
"I really like the Ladder app. Check it out 30 days for free! No credit card required prior to trial!! I love it!"
"I use the Ladder app and love it."
"Very beginner friendly and has given me the best results."
"Highly recommend Ladder. There are several teams that are great for beginners (highly recommend Movewell as a starting place). It’s really easy to swap out exercises that don’t work for you, so you have the ability to customize your workouts."
"Check out Ladder, it's amazing"
"Ladder app"
"I really like the Ladder app!"
"Ladder is my fav."
"It’s a subscription but it has changed my workout intensity and success the past month."
"I landed on Ladder. It’s a subscription but it has changed my workout intensity and success the past month."
#8
Strongineering
4.7
(12)
"We take serious effort in ensuring proper progressive overload and exercise selection, so would be great if you check it out"
"We take serious effort in ensuring proper progressive overload and exercise selection, so would be great if you check it out."
"I've been developing Strongineering, a workout app that personalizes routines based on your available equipment."
"I've been developing **Strongineering**, a workout app that personalizes routines based on your available equipment."
"I am an iOS developer and trainer building an iOS workout app - www.strongineering.com because I wanted to create "sophisticated and quality" workout programs."
"I am an iOS developer and trainer building a workout app - www.strongineering.com."
"I am an iOS developer and trainer building a workout app - [www.strongineering.com](http://www.strongineering.com/) - we are trying to gather beta test volunteers"
"Our app is tailored to a gym setting but offers very customizable plan templates."
"Strongineering could be worth checking out if you’re looking for a structured, adaptive home workout app."
"I am an iOS developer and trainer building a workout app - www.strongineering.com."
#9
FitOn
4.7
(10)
"I think FitOn is great"
"I love FitOn. I stream it on my Roku"
"FitOn hands down has to be the best free fitness app."
"I love the FitOn app. It’s free, with tons of different workouts to choose from."
"FitOn is my go to home workout platform."
"I absolutely adore FitOn and use it all the time now."
"I love fiton"
"The best free app I’ve found with so many modifications and metrics to track"
"I've heard decent things about FitOn, it's free."
"I like FitOn and use it daily."
#10
SwoleMate
4.7
(9)
"I built my own tracker that is free to use called SwoleMate. I had trouble finding an app that let me have unlimited workouts or see a graph of my progress without paying."
"I built my own workout tracker that is free to use called [SwoleMate](https://apps.apple.com/us/app/swolemate-workout-planner/id6450964279)"
"I built my own that is free to use called SwoleMate"
"I built my own that is free to use called SwoleMate."
"I built my own that is free to use called SwoleMate"
"I built my own that is free to use called SwoleMate."
"I built my own workout tracker that is free to use called SwoleMate"
"Hey! I built my own tracker on iOS that is free to use called SwoleMate"
"I built my own tracker that is free to use called SwoleMate"
#11
Peloton
4.4
(7)
"The peloton app is great. Lots of different types of work outs."
"I’m a huge fan of the Peloton app!"
"I love Peloton!"
"The Peloton app is actually pretty good even if you don't have a bike."
"I like Peloton, they have more than just their equipment classes."
"Peloton has a ton of structured programs."
"I do tons of 10 min workouts on the peloton app."
#12
OneRack
4.0
(7)
"It's all about making it easier to connect with the local gym community and share your lifts (like a new PR/ calisthenics skills) with your friends."
"It's all about making it easier to connect with the local gym community and share your lifts (like a new PR/ calisthenics skills) with your friends."
"It's all about making it easier to connect with the local gym community and share your lifts (like a new PR/ calisthenics skills) with your friends."
"It's all about making it easier to connect with the local gym community and share your lifts (like a new PR/ calisthenics skills) with your friends."
"It's all about making it easier to connect with the local gym community and share your lifts (like a new PR/skill) with your friends."
"It's all about making it easier to connect with the gym community."
"I'm using OneRack, it's kind of like Hevy but (in my opinion) with a cleaner and more elegant design."
#13
Les Mills
4.7
(6)
"One more for Les Mills. Great workouts, fun and addictive."
"+1 for Les Mills, it’s worth the one time cost."
"Supernatural is more than worthwhile, particularly if you have friends that will work out with you in it."
"Had a hard workout this morning. And its without any subscription fees."
"Another vote for LesMills BODYCOMBAT."
"I really like Supernatural. It requires a sub, but has a free trial you can try to see if you vibe with it."
#14
Stronger by the Day
4.5
(6)
"It's SICK. Highly highly recommend!!"
"Seconding SBTD (Stronger By The Day by Meg Gallagher). I’ve found it to be customizable enough — you can choose body weight or gym mode (or “express” mode if you don’t have a full 90m at the gym, though I find this often takes just as long)."
"I've used it off and on for years, and it's bomb. Cheap too."
"I love how SBTD is set up, it’s pretty comprehensive and done in cycles. There isn’t much customization though, and you do the same program as everyone else, but the community is amazing."
"SBTD"
"Basically fits all your requirements"
#15
GymCircle
4.8
(5)
"Nothing better than GymCircle.us completely free."
"I would try GymCircle.us first, purely because it's free and has all its features unlocked."
"Try GymCircle.us which allows you to make your own plans, and import other users plans, plus it's free."
"[GymCircle.us](https://GymCircle.us) without a doubt. Free, no ads, no subscription."
"Have a look at [GymCircle.us] it's completely free, no ads, no subscription."
#16
Workoutdoors
4.4
(5)
"Workoutdoors. Endless customisable screens, better navigation maps than the lower end Garmins."
"I have and paid for Workoutdoors and its worth the price."
"When you are running, really customisable and offline maps etc."
"Give a look to WorkOutDoors, not free but have many many options."
"Workoutdoors is the gold standard here, I think. it's fantastic."
#17
Daily Strength
4.0
(4)
"Its simple or complex depending how you wanna use it and more than anything it works."
"Daily Strength."
"I use Daily Strength and use the custom workout feature to do SBS 2.0."
"Daily Strength app. Works great for timing sets and logging progress."
#18
Future
3.8
(4)
"Have you considered Future? I use it pretty regularly."
"I would highly recommend the “Future” personal training app."
"I just started the Future fitness app."
"There is an app called future. It is at $150 pm with a trainer with whom you can chat regularly."
#19
SHRED
5.0
(3)
"I feel like SHRED has the best home workouts (bodyweight, limited equipment, home gyms etc)"
"I love SHRED"
"SHRED will show you e... The free version has awesome, structured routines that use mostly bodyweight movements, designed specifically for building lean muscle and strength"
#20
Apple Fitness
5.0
(3)
"I love Apple fitness. I workout at home 3-5 times a week."
"Apple fitness* is clutch."
"Apple Fitness (includes Strength, Yoga, Pilates, HIIT and others)"
#21
Gymfile
4.7
(3)
"If you're seeking an iOS app to track workouts and provide routines, consider Gymfile."
"If you're looking for an iOS app that can simplify workout planning, you might want to check out [Gymfile](https://itunes.apple.com/app/gymfile/id1448100591)."
"If you're on iOS, check out Gymfile. I built it to be simple and free to use."
#22
Train Fitness
4.7
(3)
"I enjoy the Train Fitness app, been a real game changer."
"I'd recommend the app Train Fitness because it has kept me organized about my progress."
"Hey! You can try Train Fitness app - it's a small Canadian startup!"
#23
RepCount
4.7
(3)
"My fav is RepCount. I like it better than Strong."
"RepCount all day. Does everything you want and graphs."
"I use RepCount, it doesn’t suggest programs but it’s the simplest and best app for tracking my workouts I’ve used"
#24
Stark
4.3
(3)
"I definitely recommend trying Stark. Simple, lightweight and fully customizable app for tracking workouts."
"[Stark](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.laurilaasala.stark)"
"For tracking workouts."
#25
Hasfit
4.3
(3)
"Hasfit!"
"HASFit has great workouts."
"Hasfit."
#26
StrengthLog
4.3
(3)
"Strenghtlog is super good and easy to use."
"I think Strengthlog is as close you can get, a Swedish version of SBS."
"I think Strengthlog is as close you can get, a Swedish version of SBS."
#27
Gymverse
4.3
(3)
"Im using Gymverse iOS app its great, they also just created a new subreddit for the new year."
"Gymverse to tell me what to do in the gym. Getting good results!"
"If you’re on iOS, Gymverse might be your vibe!"
#28
Gym Exercises & Workouts
4.0
(3)
"I made an app called Gym Exercises & Workouts about 7 years ago"
"I made an app called Gym Exercises & Workouts about 7 years ago"
"I made an app called Gym Exercises & Workouts about 7 years ago."
#29
Cardiogram
4.0
(3)
"Meanwhile I use Cardiogram for regular things and Zones for workouts."
"Cardiogram and using the continuous recording feature!"
"Cardiogram is not the app you’re asking about, but it’s great."
#30
Freeletics
3.7
(3)
"Freeletics"
"I like freeletics"
"Freeletics is good for building muscles but I wouldn't recommend more than 3 days/week."
#31
HealthFit
5.0
(2)
"Works really well. +1 for Health This is how I get my swims on Strava. I don't usually pay for Apps. But this did exactly what I needed."
"I use the app HealthFit. It will sync your Apple Watch activity workout to Strava, Training Peaks etc. Works really well."
#32
Kiwi Fitness
5.0
(2)
"I’ve been using kiwi fitness and it’s been a game-changer."
"I’d recommend checking out Kiwi Fitness! it’s super affordable, has a clean interface, and is focused on strength training but lets you add cardio easily."
#33
Down Dog
4.5
(2)
"Down dog has hiit, barre, Pilates, yoga and meditation for a reasonable price."
"Theyve got a Yoga, HIIT, 7 minute workout, Barre and Running apps which are my go to."
#34
Nike Training Club
4.5
(2)
"Nike Training Club has been pretty good for me and it’s completely free."
"Nike training club"
#35
GymKeeper
4.5
(2)
"Incredibly easy to use and aesthetically pleasing."
"GymKeeper"
#36
Bunn.fit
4.5
(2)
"I use Bunn.fit. it's add free and really easy to use."
"Why don't you try Bunn.Fit"
#37
Legend Workout Tracker
4.5
(2)
"Try Legend Workout Tracker. It goes beyond routines and creates plans."
"Try Legend Workout Tracker. It had a smart plan creator based on your goal."
#38
Strength Coach
4.5
(2)
"Uses AI and mobile camera to provide real-time form correction, reps counting and personalized workout plans."
"This free app can help you track your form and stay motivated."
#39
Fit Workout Routine
4.5
(2)
"Thank you so much for developing this! I've used it a few times and love it."
"Created my own app with premade routines and exercise tutorials. Fit Workout Routine: Planner on the IOS app store"
#40
Fitness Pact
4.5
(2)
"Fitness Pact was a game changer for me."
"I use Fitness Pact. It’s free, but it’s more fun motivation / friends."
#41
Juggernaut AI
4.5
(2)
"Is what I use and love"
"I've heard good things about juggernaut ai."
#42
Liftosaur
4.5
(2)
"But for programming, nothing even comes close to touching Liftosaur."
"I wrote Liftosaur, it's a free Strong-like app."
#43
YouTube
4.0
(2)
"I’d recommend using YouTube."
"My go to is YouTube."
#44
Gravl
4.0
(2)
"I use Gravl. Meron din sa AF app mismo saka life fitness"
"I like Gravl for weights but they don't have a watch app yet."
#45
Heavy Data
4.0
(2)
"Heavy Data is mostly free and awesome check it out."
"The UI is great and there's nice graph progressions"
#46
Alpha Progression
4.0
(2)
"Alpha Progression. You can only use their AI generated plans on a subscription, but you can definitely still make your own with the free version."
"I love it and it's been great for me."
#47
Strength Log
4.0
(2)
"Strength log has a ton of free features"
"I use StrenghtLog"
#48
SWEAT
4.0
(2)
"Sweat App"
"SWEAT and Ladder are great. Dedicated programs so you don’t need to think of which workout to do next."
#49
FitnessAI
4.0
(2)
"I like FitnessAI."
"I’m really liking FitnessAI - it’s not free but it does a great job coming up with routines."
#50
Fitnotes
4.0
(2)
"Tracks everything, flexible, cheap."
"I wpuld recommend fitnotes. You can create New excercices and New workouts."
#51
MyFitnessPal
4.0
(2)
"Myfitnesspal and Cronometer were my favorites."
"MyfitnessPal has a free version that lets you track food, exercise, and weight"
#52
Fit Workout Fast
3.5
(2)
"On android i guess [https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.fitworkoutfast] . for novice Full Control"
"But you need exercise to insert on your own."
#53
GymCircle.us
5.0
(1)
"[GymCircle.us](https://GymCircle.us) it's free and has ALL the features unlocked."
#54
Caroline Girvan
5.0
(1)
"Go to Caroline girvan YouTube channel..all her workouts are free."
#55
Winnovia
5.0
(1)
"This app can help you track your form and stay motivated."
#56
BWS Programs
5.0
(1)
"I just bought the beginner base 2.0, and I'm pretty much enjoying it."
#57
Gravitus
5.0
(1)
"Ive been using Gravitus since it came out in 2015."
#58
GymBot AI
5.0
(1)
"Makes custom workouts for you."
#59
DDPY YOGA
5.0
(1)
"Might be exactly what you're looking for."
#60
Garmin
5.0
(1)
"It's been a game changer for my fitness."
#61
Alive
5.0
(1)
"I love Alive by Whitney."
#62
MindPump
5.0
(1)
"Follow any of the programs from MindPump."
#63
Muscle Monster
5.0
(1)
"I highly recommend Muscle Monster Workout Planner!"
#64
HeavySet
5.0
(1)
"HeavySet to track reps and volume. Been using for 6 months and it's helped so much."
#65
Workout App
4.0
(1)
"I really like the [Workout App](https://apps.apple.com/us/app/workout-planner-gym-tracker/id1048454034). It’s $20 bucks a month."
#66
FORM
4.0
(1)
"I like FORM"
#67
Modes
4.0
(1)
"Hey, we are looking for beta testers for our new app Modes. You can create and/or follow custom workout routines."
#68
Lose It
4.0
(1)
"Lose It"
#69
Double U Workout
4.0
(1)
"Double U Workout log just try"
#70
Rumble Boxing
4.0
(1)
"Rumble Boxing has several classes that use weights."
#71
PopSugar
4.0
(1)
"PopSugar has been around for a long time and has all types of workout within their channel."
#72
Progression Workout Tracker
4.0
(1)
"Progression Workout Tracker. Using this since years on android"
#73
Sarasoft
4.0
(1)
"I'm a big fan of the Sarasoft 5/3/1 app."
#74
Fitness Point
4.0
(1)
"I use fitness point"
#75
Fitloxx
4.0
(1)
"It's called "fitloxx" (fitloxx.com)"
#76
SmartWorkout
4.0
(1)
"SmartWorkout."
#77
BodyBarista
4.0
(1)
"I like bodybarista you can do no lie comparing and free."
#78
Gymsight
4.0
(1)
"I've chatted with a few people in this thread about a new workout tracker app I've built called Gymsight."
#79
Simple Workout Log
4.0
(1)
"I use Simple Workout Log."
#80
adidas
4.0
(1)
"Adidas/runstastic has workout plans specifically for runners in their separate training app."
#81
Gym Workout Planner
4.0
(1)
"I'm on Android and have been using Gym Workout Planner and Tracker by Daily Strength."
#82
Paybycal
4.0
(1)
"I found this cool app called Paybycal. It's super easy to use."
#83
Strava
4.0
(1)
"The app Strava tracks your run and get to see other people’s post. It’s like instagram for running."
#84
Workout at Home
4.0
(1)
"Workout at Home or Anywhere."
#85
Workout Dice
4.0
(1)
"Workout Dice."
#86
Darebee
4.0
(1)
"It has a VAST library of exercises, ranging from low impact, HIIT, cardio and beyond."
#87
TrainHeroic
4.0
(1)
"I've switched over to TrainHeroic."
#88
Sheiko Gold
4.0
(1)
"I use Sheiko Gold, an AI Program."
#89
Gym Genius
4.0
(1)
"You can design your own workout with reps, sets, weights, all of it."
#90
nsuns
4.0
(1)
"I purchased the nsuns app and it is really good."
#91
Garmin Connect
4.0
(1)
"Making the plan is a bit complicated, but then it works really great."
#92
EvolveYou
4.0
(1)
#93
Jetfit
4.0
(1)
"Jetfit or Alpha Progression are great."
#94
Workout
4.0
(1)
"It’s been very helpful for me."
#95
Copilot
4.0
(1)
"Copilot is coo because you work with a ritual trainer."
#96
Downdog
4.0
(1)
"I use Downdog."
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