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Apple Fitness+ vs MyTime

Apple Fitness+ logo

Apple Fitness+

Software

Guided workouts powered by Apple Watch

From
$9.99/month
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite
MyTime logo

MyTime

Software

Online booking and appointment scheduling platform

From
Free
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite

The short version

  • Only MyTime 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; MyTime aimed at chains and franchises from 5 to 500 locations rather than single-site independents
  • They diverge on capability: Apple Fitness+ covers Studio-style workouts, MyTime covers Online booking.

Where they differ

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

Attributes where Apple Fitness+ and MyTime differ
AttributeApple Fitness+MyTime
Starting price$9.99/monthFree
Pricing modelUnknownsubscription
Free tierNoYes
PlatformsiOS, iPadOS, tvOSWeb, Mobile-responsive
Founded19762010

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

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 MyTime

  • Online booking
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Client database
  • Email & SMS reminders
  • Payment processing
  • Custom branding
  • Marketing tools
  • Reporting

Both cover

  • Web support

What people use each for

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

Apple Fitness+

  • Workout trackingnot MyTime
  • Nutrition managementnot MyTime
  • Health monitoringnot MyTime
  • Fitness coachingnot MyTime
  • Wellness improvementnot MyTime

MyTime

  • Appointment scheduling across multiple salon or spa locationsnot Apple Fitness+
  • Point of sale and integrated payments at the counternot Apple Fitness+
  • Staff scheduling and labour forecastingnot Apple Fitness+
  • Email, SMS and push marketing to clientsnot Apple Fitness+
  • Loyalty, referral and membership programmesnot Apple Fitness+
  • Multi-location reporting for a franchise groupnot Apple Fitness+

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

MyTime

  • Aimed at chains and franchises from 5 to 500 locations rather than single-site independents
  • Pricing is not published

Pricing, plan by plan

Apple Fitness+

$9.99/month

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

MyTime

Free
  • FreeFree
    • Online booking
    • Client management
    • Email reminders
  • Professional$39/month
    • Everything in Free
    • Custom branding
    • Marketing tools

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 MyTime if

  • You need online booking.
  • You want to start without paying.
  • You work on Web, Mobile-responsive.
  • You also want appointment scheduling.
MyTime review

Questions people ask

Is Apple Fitness+ or MyTime better?
Neither clearly leads. Apple Fitness+ starts at $9.99/month and MyTime at Free, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
Which is cheaper, Apple Fitness+ or MyTime?
MyTime has a free tier; the other does not. Paid plans start at $9.99/month for Apple Fitness+ and Free for MyTime.
Does Apple Fitness+ or MyTime run on more platforms?
Apple Fitness+ runs on iOS, iPadOS, tvOS. MyTime runs on Web, Mobile-responsive.
Can I use MyTime for free?
Yes. MyTime 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. Of those, workout tracking and nutrition management are not what MyTime is typically brought in for.
What can Apple Fitness+ do that MyTime cannot?
Apple Fitness+ covers Studio-style workouts, Real-time Apple Watch metrics, Personalized recommendations, Time to Walk. MyTime covers Online booking, Appointment scheduling, Client database, Email & SMS reminders. Both handle 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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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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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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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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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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