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Apple Fitness+ vs Fitbit

Apple Fitness+ logo

Apple Fitness+

Fitness & Wellness

Guided workouts powered by Apple Watch

From
$9.99/month
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite
Fitbit logo

Fitbit

Sports & Recreation

Health and fitness tracking for everyone

From
Free
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite

The short version

  • Only Fitbit has a free tier, so it costs nothing to try first.
  • Each has a real cost: Apple Fitness+ restricted to Apple ecosystem, not compatible with Android devices or non-Apple platforms; Fitbit sleep tracking relies on accelerometer data and heart rate variability, which may inaccurately reflect actual sleep patterns
  • They diverge on capability: Apple Fitness+ covers Studio-style workouts, Fitbit covers 24/7 activity tracking.

Where they differ

Only the attributes on which Apple Fitness+ and Fitbit actually diverge.

Attributes where Apple Fitness+ and Fitbit differ
AttributeApple Fitness+Fitbit
Starting price$9.99/monthFree
Free tierNoYes
PlatformsiOS, iPadOS, tvOSiOS, Android, Windows, macOS, Wear OS, Fitbit OS
CategoryFitness & WellnessSports & Recreation
Founded19762007

Identical on both: pricing model (Unknown), user rating (Not yet rated).

What each one covers

Drawn from each product's published feature list. An absence here means we hold no record of it - not that the product lacks it.

Only in Apple Fitness+

  • Studio-style workouts
  • Real-time Apple Watch metrics
  • Personalized recommendations
  • Time to Walk
  • Meditation sessions
  • Apple Watch
  • Apple Music
  • Health app

Only in Fitbit

  • 24/7 activity tracking
  • Heart rate monitoring
  • Sleep analysis
  • Stress management
  • Active Zone Minutes
  • Google Fit
  • MyFitnessPal
  • Strava

Both cover

  • Ios support
  • Web support

What people use each for

The jobs each tool is most often brought in to do.

Apple Fitness+

  • Workout tracking
  • Nutrition management
  • Health monitoring
  • Fitness coaching
  • Wellness improvement

Fitbit

  • Workout tracking
  • Nutrition management
  • Health monitoring
  • Fitness coaching
  • Wellness improvement

Both are used for workout tracking, nutrition management, health monitoring, fitness coaching, wellness improvement, on those jobs the choice comes down to price and fit rather than capability.

Where each one falls short

Documented limitations, not opinions. Every one is a constraint you would hit in normal use.

Apple Fitness+

  • Restricted to Apple ecosystem, not compatible with Android devices or non-Apple platforms
  • Apple Watch is required for optimal functionality and metrics tracking
  • No live sessions available, only prerecorded on-demand videos
  • Limited Mac support with streaming from iPhone or iPad required
  • Simplified approach puts limitations compared to specialized or comprehensive fitness apps

Fitbit

  • Sleep tracking relies on accelerometer data and heart rate variability, which may inaccurately reflect actual sleep patterns
  • International users must consent to data transfer to US with different privacy protections
  • Devices require regular charging and consistent wearing for reliable data collection
  • History of data breaches including 61 million exposed fitness records from third-party service

Pricing, plan by plan

Apple Fitness+

$9.99/month

No published plan breakdown. See the Apple Fitness+ review.

Fitbit

Free

No published plan breakdown. See the Fitbit review.

Which should you pick?

Choose Apple Fitness+ if

  • You need studio-style workouts.
  • You work on iOS, iPadOS, tvOS.
  • You also want real-time apple watch metrics.
Apple Fitness+ review

Choose Fitbit if

  • You need 24/7 activity tracking.
  • You want to start without paying.
  • You work on iOS, Android, Windows, macOS, Wear OS, Fitbit OS.
  • You also want heart rate monitoring.
Fitbit review

Questions people ask

Is Apple Fitness+ or Fitbit better?
Neither clearly leads. Apple Fitness+ starts at $9.99/month and Fitbit at Free, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
Which is cheaper, Apple Fitness+ or Fitbit?
Fitbit has a free tier; the other does not. Paid plans start at $9.99/month for Apple Fitness+ and Free for Fitbit.
Does Apple Fitness+ or Fitbit run on more platforms?
Apple Fitness+ runs on iOS, iPadOS, tvOS. Fitbit runs on iOS, Android, Windows, macOS, Wear OS, Fitbit OS.
Can I use Fitbit for free?
Yes. Fitbit has a free tier, so you can try it without paying. Apple Fitness+ starts at $9.99/month.
What is Apple Fitness+ best used for?
Apple Fitness+ is most often used for workout tracking, nutrition management, health monitoring, fitness coaching.
What can Apple Fitness+ do that Fitbit cannot?
Apple Fitness+ covers Studio-style workouts, Real-time Apple Watch metrics, Personalized recommendations, Time to Walk. Fitbit covers 24/7 activity tracking, Heart rate monitoring, Sleep analysis, Stress management. Both handle Ios support, Web support.

Answered from the vendors’ own pages

Apple Fitness+: How much does Apple Fitness Plus cost?

Apple Fitness Plus costs $9.99/month or $79.99/year in the US. New subscribers may be eligible for a free trial with the purchase of select Apple devices.

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Fitbit: Does Fitbit require a paid subscription?

No. Basic Fitbit app usage is free. Fitbit Premium costs $9.99/month or $99.99/year for advanced features like personalized coaching and detailed health analytics.

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Apple Fitness+: Can you share Apple Fitness Plus with family?

Yes, Apple Fitness Plus features Family Sharing compatibility, allowing you to share your subscription with up to five family members at no additional cost.

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Fitbit: What data does Fitbit collect and how is it used?

Fitbit tracks activity, heart rate, sleep, and calories burned. Google committed not to use Fitbit health data for advertising for 10 years following the 2021 acquisition, with EU regulatory approval.

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Apple Fitness+: What workout types does Apple Fitness Plus offer?

Apple Fitness Plus supports a wide range of workout types including strength training, yoga, HIIT, cycling, dance, and mindful cooldowns with curated music playlists.

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Fitbit: Does Fitbit work offline?

Fitbit devices track activity locally on the wearable, but syncing data to the app requires internet connectivity. Real-time analytics are cloud-based.

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Apple Fitness+: Does Apple Fitness Plus integrate with Apple Music?

Yes, one of the strongest features is Apple Music integration, with workouts synced to curated playlists that match pace and intensity.

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Fitbit: What platforms does Fitbit support?

Fitbit works with iOS, Android, Windows, and macOS. Smartwatches integrate with Wear OS, watchOS, and proprietary Fitbit OS.

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Apple Fitness+: What devices are required to use Apple Fitness Plus?

Apple Fitness Plus requires an Apple device such as iPhone, iPad, or Apple TV. An Apple Watch is more or less mandatory for optimal use and metrics tracking.

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