Head-to-head · Fitness Workout Tracking Software
Hevy vs Strong
Hevy leads on 0 checks, Strong on 0, and 2 are even. Who comes out ahead on the 2 yes/no, price and count checks where we have data for both products. The editor score weighs everything else too.
Our verdict
- Highest scoreHevy · 9.4/10
- Free planboth
Hevy scores higher on our rubric for fitness workout tracking software: 9.4 against 8.4 out of 10; our editors rank them #1 and #8.
On workout programming, Hevy gives you Adaptive where Strong offers Templates. On coach tools, Hevy gives you Client_review where Strong offers None.
Hevy is the better fit for polished logging with coaching support. Strong is the better fit for straightforward free workout logging.
- Hevy fits best
Polished logging with coaching support
- Strong fits best
Straightforward free workout logging
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Side by side
| Feature | Hevy 9.4/10 Visit ↗ | Strong 8.4/10 Visit ↗ |
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| At a glance | ||
| Editor score | 9.4 | 8.4 |
| Ranking | #1 in Fitness Workout Tracking Software | #8 in Fitness Workout Tracking Software |
| Best for | Polished logging with coaching support | Straightforward free workout logging |
| Pricing model | Free plan + paid | Free plan + paid |
| Starting price | — | — |
| Free plan | ✓ | ✓ |
| Free trial | — | — |
| Deployment | Cloud, Mobile | Cloud, Mobile |
| Platforms | Web, iOS, Android | iOS, Android |
| Support | Email, Tickets, Docs | Email, Docs |
| Integrations | 3 integrations | 2 integrations |
| Built for | Solo, Small business | Solo, Small business |
| Features Hevy 1/1 · Strong 1/1 | ||
| Wearable sync | ✓ | ✓ |
| Specs | ||
| Workout programming | Adaptive | Templates |
| Progress tracking | Analytics | Analytics |
| Exercise library | Extensive | Extensive |
| Coach tools | Client_review | None |
| Mobile platforms | Ios_android | Ios_android |
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| Our verdict | Hevy is a workout tracker and planner for strength-training users on iOS, Android, and the web. It supports detailed logging for sets, reps, weights, warm-ups, drop sets, failure work, and supersets, alongside routine templates and custom… Read the review → |
Strong is a mobile workout-tracking app for people who want to record gym and weightlifting sessions without relying on a coach-led platform. It logs exercises, sets, weights, reps, notes, and rest periods, while also supporting workout… Read the review → |
Strengths and trade-offs
Hevy — where it wins
- Tracks sets, reps, weights, RPE, supersets, drops, and failure work
- Combines records, charts, measurements, photos, and muscle-group reports
- Adds adaptive programs, coach review, chat, and Apple Watch or Wear OS syncing
Where it doesn't
- The Free plan allows up to 4 routines and 7 custom exercises
- Graph history and advanced measurements require a Pro tier
- Wearable syncing centers on Apple Watch and Wear OS
Strong — where it wins
- Free workout logging with up to 3 saved templates
- Tracks records, history, charts, sets, reps, weights, and notes
- Supports Apple Health, Health Connect, Apple Watch, and CSV export
Where it doesn't
- Exercise library has over 200 built-in exercises but is smaller than leading alternatives
- No coach tools for guided programming or client management
- Paid Strong PRO pricing is not established here
- Hevy9.4/10 · Free plan
A polished strength-training log with adaptive coaching, progress analytics, and wearable syncing.
Visit HevyFull verdict → - Strong8.4/10 · Free plan
A focused free workout logger with templates, progress charts, and health integrations.
Visit StrongFull verdict →
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Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Oct 2026
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