Fitbod alternatives

Fitbod is an adaptive workout planner that builds sessions from your equipment, schedule and recovery. If you want a free plan, a lower price, or a different approach, these are worth a look. Every fact links to its source on the comparison pages.

1. 1. Liftsmith

   Adaptive planning like Fitbod's, with training blocks that step reps in reserve down each week and end in a deload, plates drawn for every barbell set, a lock-screen rest timer and a 3D recovery map. The logger and every fixed program are free; Pro is $6.99 a month or $39.99 a year. Android, iPhone and the web.

   Liftsmith vs Fitbod, side by side

2. 2. Hevy

   A workout tracker and gym log with routines you build and a social feed. You build your own routines; Pro's Hevy Trainer builds a program from your experience, goal and equipment. The US App Store lists Hevy Pro at $2.99 and $3.99 a month, $23.99 a year and $74.99 lifetime.

   A good fit if following friends and a social feed matter most to you, or you want a low-cost logger with watch apps.

   Liftsmith vs Hevy, with sources

3. 3. Strong

   A long-running workout notebook for logging the routines you choose. A logger for routines you add and choose between. Strong PRO is $4.99 a month or $29.99 a year in the US.

   A good fit if you already run your own program and want a simple, proven logger with an Apple Watch app.

   Liftsmith vs Strong, with sources

4. 4. Gymverse

   A gym workout planner with personalized plans that adapt as you progress. Personalized plans built around your goals, equipment, schedule and experience, with suggested weights, sets, reps and rest. The US App Store lists a $19.99 monthly plan among several premium purchases.

   A good fit if you train with an Apple Watch and want its hands-free guidance.

   Liftsmith vs Gymverse, with sources

Fitbod, Hevy, Strong, Gymverse and other names are trademarks of their owners, used here only to identify their apps. Liftsmith isn't affiliated with or endorsed by them.