Hevy is the better app overall, scoring 9.1 to 8.9. Hevy wins on 3 of the 5 scores, Strava on 1, with 1 tied.
Gym-goers who want a fast, free log with friends and shared routines
Runners and cyclists who are motivated by friends, clubs and segment rivalry
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The details
| Feature | Hevy | Strava |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Health & Fitness | Health & Fitness |
| Category rank | #2 of 9 | #3 of 9 |
| Developer | Hevy Studios | Strava, Inc. |
| Pricing | Free + paid plans | Free + paid plans |
| Usable for free | Yes | Yes |
| iPhone & iPad | ✓ | ✓ |
| Android | ✓ | ✓ |
| Web | ✓ | ✓ |
Strengths and weaknesses
Hevy
- Generous free plan with unlimited workout logging
- Quick, clear logging screen mid-workout
- Active community for routines and motivation
- Free plan caps the number of saved routines
- Less hand-holding than coaching apps like Fitbod
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 is unusually generous. A social feed lets you follow friends and copy their routines. Hevy Pro unlocks unlimited routines and deeper analytics. The main catch is that it tracks your training rather than planning it, so you bring the program.
Full Hevy review
Strava
- Huge, active community keeps you motivated
- Works with nearly every GPS watch and bike computer
- Segments add friendly competition to familiar routes
- Best analysis and routing sit behind the paywall
- Location sharing needs careful privacy setup
Strava is the social network of endurance sport. Record runs, rides, hikes and swims with your phone or sync from almost any GPS watch, then trade kudos with friends and chase segment times. The subscription adds deeper training insights, full leaderboards and advanced route tools. Privacy needs attention: check your visibility settings and hide your start and end points before posting a run from home.
Full Strava review
