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Hevy vs Strong (2026): Which Lifting App Wins?

The verdict. Hevy is the stronger published match for social sharing and adaptive coaching in Pro. Strong fits a routine-first personal notebook across phone and Watch. Both are available; choose by the session you want to repeat rather than a claimed universal winner.

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The facts, side by side.

Source inventory recorded October 14–15, 2026. Each field links its official source. Unknown means unconfirmed, not absent.

Published features for Hevy and Strong
FeatureHevy app iconHevyStrong app iconStrong
Pricecheck current pricing Unconfirmed Sourcecheck current pricing Unconfirmed Source
PlatformsiOS, Android, web SourceiPhone, Android Source
Apple WatchWorkout logging SourceWorkout logging Source
AI / progressionAdaptive Hevy Trainer in Pro SourceRoutine/logging focus; adaptive AI not confirmed Unconfirmed Source
ProgramsRoutines and routine library SourceCreate and reuse routines Source
Free tier4 routines; 3 months of displayed history; 7 custom exercises SourceFree account and core tracking; check current routine limits Source

What decides the comparison.

Social preference

Hevy makes sharing a product pillar. Strong emphasizes the personal notebook. Decide whether friends' sessions help your attendance before letting a feed determine your plan.

Planning help

Hevy Trainer publishes generated programs and adjusted weights in Pro. Strong's checked page emphasizes routines and logging; adaptive AI was not confirmed there.

Free use

Hevy specifies routine and displayed-history limits. Strong advertises free accounts; check current routine limits. Two download buttons do not imply equal free access.

Two apps, two jobs.

Hevy app iconHevy

Best for social workout tracking.

A workout log with routines, progress analysis, social sharing, and adaptive Hevy Trainer in Pro.

Pros

  • Workout sharing and a personal set log
  • Apple Watch logging and a usable free tier

Cons

  • Free routines and history have limits
  • Hevy Trainer requires Pro; a feed may not suit every lifter
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Strong app iconStrong

Best for logging a plan you already know.

A routine-based workout notebook with progress records and iPhone, Android, and Watch support.

Pros

  • Clear focus on sets, routines, and progress
  • iPhone, Android, and Apple Watch coverage

Cons

  • Planning still needs a routine you can follow
  • Check Pro boundaries before relying on advanced charts
Check Strong

How we compared.

Trainer is our app. We compare documented features and training workflows.

  • Compare the same real job: a written plan, a personal log, adaptive guidance, or nutrition tracking.
  • Verify features from each app's own pages and store listing; do not infer that an unlisted feature is absent.
  • Show free boundaries, Watch workflow, availability, and pricing uncertainty before asking someone to choose.

Source inventory recorded October 14–15, 2026. Source links identify the app owner or store listing. Confirm local pricing, renewal terms, and plan boundaries before subscribing. We have not independently tested every listed app.

Frequently asked questions

Is Hevy better than Strong for beginners?

Hevy may fit social accountability and paid adaptive planning. Strong may fit logging a known routine. Test the same manageable session in each.

Are these independent hands-on test results?

No. This is Trainer's editorial comparison of documented features. Trainer claims are checked against the app implementation; other apps link to product pages or store listings. It does not claim measured speed, better results, or hands-on testing of every app.

How should I compare prices and free tiers?

Check the platform, region, renewal period, and feature you need at the official checkout. A free download or trial is not a permanent free tier. Unconfirmed prices are labeled check current pricing.