TotalBodyIQ, Hevy, Strong and Fitbod all help you train with a phone in the gym, but they monetise and emphasise different jobs: logging, social/routines, or adaptive planning. TotalBodyIQ’s wedge is strength + cardio in one iOS app with body maps, muscle balance and readiness free for the long term, and optional Pro for Smart and Custom workout generation. Hevy and Strong are established loggers with ongoing free plans and Pro unlocks (limits differ — verify). Fitbod centres on adaptive workouts with a trial, then payment for ongoing generation/logging. Choose by the job you need weekly, not by hype; re-check each App Store page before you publish feature rows.
Snapshot — who each app is for
- TotalBodyIQ — iPhone lifters (and hybrid athletes) who want free maps, balance and readiness, with optional load-driven Smart planning and GPS cardio in one app
- Hevy — lifters who want a mature free logger with routines, guidance and muscle distribution views, plus Pro for deeper trainer/history tools
- Strong — lifters who want a classic, fast log with free routines/workouts and Pro for charts and deeper analysis
- Fitbod — lifters who want planner-first adaptive workouts and accept trial-then-paid access for ongoing generation/logging
Comparison table
Selected features, not a complete list. Competitor cells summarise TotalBodyIQ’s site comparison (checked 08/09/2026) — re-check live App Store / help pages if you need the latest limits. Ratings and review counts are omitted here on purpose.
| Feature | TotalBodyIQ | Hevy | Strong | Fitbod |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Free strength logging | Yes, long term | Unlimited logging (site) | Unlimited saved workouts (site) | Trial then pay for new logging / adaptive generation (site) |
| Maps / distribution / readiness | Body maps, balance, readiness, weekly load free | Muscle distribution views on free (site) | Free emphasises logging/routines; deeper analysis often Pro (site) | Adaptive model; not positioned as free readiness+maps stack |
| Adaptive / Smart planning | Optional Pro Smart (after 3 logged sessions — site) | Hevy Trainer on Pro (site) | Pro unlocks more tools (site) | Core product; paid after trial (site) |
| Cardio / GPS | Free GPS run/walk/cycle + HR zones | Verify outdoor GPS depth | Verify outdoor GPS depth | Not primarily a GPS run log |
| Platforms | iOS (marketed) | Confirm live | Confirm live | Confirm live |
| Pricing model | Free + optional Pro (£4.99/mo, £34.99/yr, £49.99 lifetime UK site; 14-day trial on eligible subs) | Free + Pro (verify prices) | Free + Pro (verify prices) | Trial then subscription (verify prices) |
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TotalBodyIQ in detail
Free (long term): strength logging & history; Balanced / My Plan / programmes; 700+ exercises with coaching; body maps & muscle load; muscle balance; readiness; weekly load; GPS run/walk/cycle; HR zones; Apple Health.
Pro: Smart load-driven training; Custom Workout Generator; Stats & Badges; Progression Tracker; Progress Photos. Maps / balance / readiness / weekly load / history stay free.
UK prices (site): £4.99 monthly, £34.99 annually, £49.99 lifetime; 14-day trial on eligible monthly/annual subscriptions.
Product pages: Homepage · Pro · Smart planning · Coaching · Free vs Pro
Hevy
Per TotalBodyIQ site summary (verify):
- Free: unlimited logging, four saved routines, exercise guidance, muscle distribution views
- Pro: Hevy Trainer, unlimited routines, custom exercises, graph history beyond three months (site notes older workouts are not deleted)
Hevy may suit you if you want a mature logger ecosystem and are happy to compare free routine/history limits live. Do not assume feature parity on readiness or hybrid GPS without checking.
Strong
Per TotalBodyIQ site summary (verify):
- Free: unlimited saved workouts, three custom routines, instructions/demos
- Pro: unlimited routines, charts, measurements, calculators
Strong may suit you if you want a classic, logging-first experience and will verify whether map-style insights matter for your week.
Fitbod
Per TotalBodyIQ site summary (verify):
- Seven-day trial
- After trial, new logging and adaptive generation require payment
Fitbod may suit you if adaptive generation is the main job and you accept a subscription for ongoing use. TotalBodyIQ keeps body insights free and makes Smart optional — different monetisation, different job mix.
Also-mentioned on TotalBodyIQ’s site
Strava and Nike Training Club appear in TotalBodyIQ’s wider comparison posture. Strava is GPS/social-first with muscle maps for strength noted on the site table; NTC is a different training style. Treat them as also-rans on this page — deep comparison belongs with live product pages, not invented feature grids.
Decision guide
- Want free maps + readiness + GPS with strength → start with TotalBodyIQ
- Want a mature logger ecosystem / community features → compare Hevy and Strong on live pages
- Want planner-first adaptive workouts → Fitbod (paid after trial) vs TotalBodyIQ Pro Smart
- Want balance education first → muscle balance explained then try free Body Metrics
Pricing hygiene
Local App Store prices vary by country and tax. Always confirm TotalBodyIQ Pro and competitor prices on the purchase screen at publish time. Prefer annual or lifetime only after you have tried what Free already includes. Manage or cancel Apple subscriptions in account Settings → Subscriptions.