Hevy vs Cronometer
Which is better in 2026? Five scores, side by side.
Hevy is the better app overall, scoring 9.1 to 8.6. Hevy wins on 4 of the 5 scores, Cronometer on 0, with 1 tied.
Gym-goers who want a fast, free log with friends and shared routines
Health-focused eaters who want accurate data on vitamins, minerals and macros
Score by score
The details
| Feature | Hevy | Cronometer |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Health & Fitness | Health & Fitness |
| Category rank | #2 of 12 | #7 of 12 |
| Developer | Hevy Studios S.L. | Cronometer Software Inc. |
| Pricing | Free + paid plans | Free + paid plans |
| Usable for free | Yes | Yes |
| iPhone & iPad | ✓ | ✓ |
| Android | ✓ | ✓ |
| Web | ✓ | ✓ |
Common questions
Is Hevy better than Cronometer?
Hevy is the better app overall, scoring 9.1 to 8.6. Hevy wins on 4 of the 5 scores, Cronometer on 0, with 1 tied.
Which is cheaper, Hevy or Cronometer?
Hevy: Free plan; Pro from $2.99/month, $23.99/year or $74.99 lifetime. Cronometer: Free with ads; Gold is $10.99/month or $59.99/year. On value for money, Hevy scores higher.
Do Hevy and Cronometer work on the same devices?
Yes, both run on iPhone & iPad, Android, Web.
Which is more private, Hevy or Cronometer?
Hevy scores higher on privacy (8.5/10). App Store label links purchases, usage, contact info and contacts to you; user ID, sensitive info and diagnostics are not linked. No tracking is declared, the app has no ads, and profiles can be private.
Strengths and weaknesses
Hevy
- Free plan with no ads and no cap on logged workouts
- Quick, clear logging screen mid-workout
- Lifetime Pro option if you dislike subscriptions
- Free plan caps routines, custom exercises and graph history
- Trainer program upgrades sit behind Hevy Pro
Hevy is the best workout tracker for most lifters. Logging sets is fast, rest timers and previous numbers sit right where you need them, and the free plan has no ads. A social feed lets you follow friends and copy their routines, and workouts now sync to Strava in full detail. Hevy Pro unlocks unlimited routines and full graph history, and Hevy Trainer can build a program for you.
Full Hevy review
Cronometer
- Tracks dozens of vitamins and minerals, not just macros
- Verified database means fewer bad entries
- Barcode scanning included in the free plan
- Free version shows ads and limits reports to 7 days
- Photo logging, fasting timer and AI coach need Gold
- App Store label shows data used for tracking
Cronometer is one of the most accurate food trackers you can get. It leans on over a million verified foods and tracks dozens of vitamins and minerals, not just calories and macros. Barcode scanning stays free, and 2026 brought Apple Watch and Siri logging plus a fresher look. Photo logging and the AI coach need Gold, and the free version shows ads. If you care what is actually in your food, start here.
Full Cronometer review
