Alternatives
The best Strong alternatives
Strong is a workout logger with a free tier and a PRO upgrade. Here is why people switch, and the apps worth a look instead.
Prices and features checked October 18, 2026 against each app's own pages where possible. Figures marked "third-party report" come from independent reviews and should be confirmed on the vendor's site. FitStack makes this page, so we have linked every claim about Strong.
Why people look for a Strong alternative
- The free tier caps you at three workout templates.
- Nutrition and run tracking are not among the features Strong lists for its free tier or PRO.
Strong vs FitStack at a glance
| Feature | Strong | FitStack |
|---|---|---|
| Price | PRO $4.99/mo, $29.99/yr, $99.99 lifetime (third-party report) [1] [2] | Free; Pro $9.99/month for coaching and selling |
| Free tier | 3 workout templates, unlimited workouts [1] | Free; Pro $9.99/month for coaching and selling |
| Charts and measurements | PRO: all charts, body measurements [1] | Lift progress and body metrics |
| Plate and warm-up calculators | PRO [1] | Not yet |
| Nutrition tracking | Not covered by our sources | Yes: food diary, barcode and photo logging, meal plans |
| GPS run tracking | Not covered by our sources | Yes, GPS with maps and splits |
| Readiness and recovery | Not covered by our sources | Yes, daily readiness check-ins |
"Not covered by our sources" means the sources below do not describe that feature; it does not mean Strong lacks it.
Choose Strong if…
- You only want a lifting log, without nutrition or run tracking.
- A lifetime licence appeals to you.
Choose FitStack if…
- You want your lifts, your food and your runs in one training log.
- You want readiness check-ins to help decide how hard to train each day.
Pricing and free tier
Strong
PRO $4.99/month, $29.99/year or $99.99 lifetime (third-party reported; Strong says prices vary by region).
Free tier: 3 workout templates and unlimited workouts.
FitStack
Free plan for tracking. Pro is $9.99/month, needed only for live sessions, coaching and selling. See plans.
Strong alternatives for workout tracking
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1. FitStack
One app for nutrition logging, strength training, GPS run tracking and daily readiness, with a creator marketplace for plans.
Price: Free plan for tracking. Pro is $9.99/month, needed only for live sessions, coaching and selling.
Free tier: Free plan for tracking; Pro only for coaching and selling.
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2. Hevy
A workout tracker with a capped free tier and Hevy Pro.
Price: Pro $2.99/month, $23.99/year or $74.99 lifetime (third-party reported).
Free tier: 4 routines, 7 custom exercises and 3 months of history.
FitStack vs Hevy -
3. Fitbod
An adaptive workout generator sold as a single paid tier after a trial.
Price: $15.99/month or $95.99/year (raised in 2026 from $12.99 and $79.99); lifetime reported at $359.99.
Free tier: No ongoing free tier: a 7-day trial (some sources report 3 free workouts).
FitStack vs Fitbod
Listed in no particular order after FitStack, which we make. Each app's own page is linked in the sources of its comparison.
What FitStack includes today
- Food diary with barcode scanning and AI meal photo scanning that itemizes calories and macros
- Meal plans with daily calorie, protein, carb and fat targets
- Workout logging, reusable workouts and multi-week workout plans
- GPS run tracking with maps and splits
- Daily readiness check-ins and recovery tracking
- Apple Health and Health Connect sync, plus Apple Watch and Wear OS apps
- A marketplace of workout, meal and fitness plans from creators and coaches
- Social feed, communities and a gym directory
Try the free TDEE, macro and protein calculators on this site without signing up, or browse the exercise library.
Frequently asked questions
Why do people look for Strong alternatives?
The free tier caps you at three workout templates. Nutrition and run tracking are not among the features Strong lists for its free tier or PRO.
Is there a free Strong alternative?
Hevy has a free tier: 4 routines, 7 custom exercises and 3 months of history. FitStack is free for tracking, with Pro ($9.99/month) only for coaching and selling.
How much does Strong cost?
PRO $4.99/month, $29.99/year or $99.99 lifetime (third-party reported; Strong says prices vary by region) (checked October 2026).
Sources (checked October 18, 2026)
- Strong Help: What is Strong PRO (official)
- Sensai, fitness app pricing and free tiers (third party) (third-party)
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