Head-to-head · AI Fitness Apps
Styrki vs APEX
Styrki leads on 0 checks, APEX on 0, and 6 are even. Who comes out ahead on the 6 yes/no, price and count checks where we have data for both products. The editor score weighs everything else too.
Our verdict
- Highest scoreStyrki · 8.8/10
- Free planboth
- Free trialboth
- Most featuresStyrki · 5 of 5
Styrki scores higher on our rubric for ai fitness apps: 8.8 against 8.7 out of 10; our editors rank them #6 and #7.
Styrki is the better fit for low-cost strength training with voice coaching. APEX is the better fit for free AI workout and nutrition planning.
- Styrki fits best
Low-cost strength training with voice coaching
- APEX fits best
Free AI workout and nutrition planning
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Side by side
| Feature | Styrki 8.8/10 Visit ↗ | APEX 8.7/10 Visit ↗ |
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| At a glance | ||
| Editor score | 8.8 | 8.7 |
| Ranking | #6 in AI Fitness Apps | #7 in AI Fitness Apps |
| Best for | Low-cost strength training with voice coaching | Free AI workout and nutrition planning |
| Pricing model | Free plan + paid | Free plan + paid |
| Starting price | $5/mo | $70/yr |
| Free plan | ✓ | ✓ |
| Free trial | 7 days | 30 days |
| Free trial length | 7 days · no card needed | 30 days |
| Deployment | Mobile | Mobile |
| Platforms | iOS | iOS, Android |
| Support | Docs | |
| Built for | Solo, Small business | Solo, Small business |
| Features Styrki 5/5 · APEX 4/5 | ||
| AI coaching | ✓ | ✓ |
| Adaptive progression | ✓ | ✓ |
| Custom workout plans | ✓ | ✓ |
| Equipment profiles | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wearable sync | ✓ (best) | Not checked yet |
| Specs | ||
| Exercise library | 600 exercises | Not checked yet |
| Supported platforms | iOS | ios, android |
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| Our verdict | Styrki is an iPhone fitness app for strength training and running. It generates personalized workouts, adjusts weights, sets, reps and progression from training feedback, and tracks recovery, personal records and running performance. The… Read the review → |
APEX is an AI-assisted fitness app for people seeking structured strength training and nutrition guidance. It builds and modifies workout and nutrition plans around goals, equipment, schedule, logged workouts, meals, recovery, and progress… Read the review → |
Strengths and trade-offs
Styrki — where it wins
- Free manual workout logging with GPS, cardio and heart-rate tracking
- Adaptive weights, volume and progression with AI-generated workouts
- Apple Watch, Apple Health and multiple wearable integrations
Where it doesn't
- Available only on iOS
- Free plan limits users to 3 AI workouts and 5 coach messages
- Live voice coaching requires the highest-priced tier
APEX — where it wins
- Free tier includes unlimited workout and meal logging
- AI plans adapt to goals, equipment, schedule, recovery, and progress
- Recovery tracking, analytics, and body-photo analysis support ongoing progress
Where it doesn't
- Automatic progression is available only in Premium
- AI assistant chats and smart plans require Premium
- Premium costs $70 yearly or $9.99 monthly
- Styrki8.8/10 · Free plan · 7-day trial
A low-cost iPhone strength coach with adaptive plans, voice guidance and a free tier.
Visit StyrkiFull verdict → - APEX8.7/10 · Free plan · 30-day trial
A strong free starting point with premium AI planning, progression, and body analysis.
Visit APEXFull verdict →
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Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Oct 2026
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