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Eight Sleep vs FitNotes

Eight Sleep logo

Eight Sleep

Software

The sleep fitness company

From
$19/month
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite
FitNotes logo

FitNotes

Software

Free workout tracker for Android

From
Free
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite

The short version

  • Only FitNotes has a free tier, so it costs nothing to try first.
  • Each has a real cost: Eight Sleep mandatory monthly subscription ($17-$33) required for core features; FitNotes android only, no iOS version despite requests from users
  • They diverge on capability: Eight Sleep covers Dynamic temperature control, FitNotes covers Exercise logging.

Where they differ

Only the attributes on which Eight Sleep and FitNotes actually diverge.

Attributes where Eight Sleep and FitNotes differ
AttributeEight SleepFitNotes
Starting price$19/monthFree
Pricing modelsubscriptionUnknown
Free tierNoYes
PlatformsHardware, iOS, AndroidAndroid
Founded20142013

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 Eight Sleep

  • Dynamic temperature control
  • Sleep tracking
  • HRV monitoring
  • Gentle wake alarm
  • Dual zone temperature
  • Apple Health
  • Google Fit
  • WHOOP

Only in FitNotes

  • Exercise logging
  • Custom exercises
  • Progress graphs
  • Workout calendar
  • Data backup
  • Google Drive backup

Both cover

  • Android support

What people use each for

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

Eight Sleep

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

FitNotes

  • 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.

Eight Sleep

  • Mandatory monthly subscription ($17-$33) required for core features
  • Premium pricing starts at $2,999 for mattress cover alone
  • Pod Pro mattress rated as too firm for side sleepers with delicate pressure points
  • Edge support weakness with minimal perimeter reinforcement
  • Limited to Queen and Full sizes only

FitNotes

  • Android only, no iOS version despite requests from users
  • Limited community features compared to social fitness trackers
  • Minimal UI updates compared to more modern fitness apps

Pricing, plan by plan

Eight Sleep

$19/month
  • Autopilot$19/month
    • Auto temperature
    • Sleep reports
    • Health insights

FitNotes

Free

No published plan breakdown. See the FitNotes review.

Which should you pick?

Choose Eight Sleep if

  • You need dynamic temperature control.
  • You work on Hardware, iOS, Android.
  • You also want sleep tracking.
Eight Sleep review

Choose FitNotes if

  • You need exercise logging.
  • You want to start without paying.
  • You work on Android.
  • You also want custom exercises.
FitNotes review

Questions people ask

Is Eight Sleep or FitNotes better?
Neither clearly leads. Eight Sleep starts at $19/month and FitNotes at Free, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
Which is cheaper, Eight Sleep or FitNotes?
FitNotes has a free tier; the other does not. Paid plans start at $19/month for Eight Sleep and Free for FitNotes.
Does Eight Sleep or FitNotes run on more platforms?
Eight Sleep runs on Hardware, iOS, Android. FitNotes runs on Android.
Can I use FitNotes for free?
Yes. FitNotes has a free tier, so you can try it without paying. Eight Sleep starts at $19/month.
What is Eight Sleep best used for?
Eight Sleep is most often used for workout tracking, nutrition management, health monitoring, fitness coaching.
What can Eight Sleep do that FitNotes cannot?
Eight Sleep covers Dynamic temperature control, Sleep tracking, HRV monitoring, Gentle wake alarm. FitNotes covers Exercise logging, Custom exercises, Progress graphs, Workout calendar. Both handle Android support.

Answered from the vendors’ own pages

Eight Sleep: What is the temperature control range of Eight Sleep?

Eight Sleep Pod offers independent temperature adjustment on each side of the bed, with a range of 55 to 110 degrees Fahrenheit. Each side can be controlled separately, allowing couples to have different preferences.

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FitNotes: Is FitNotes free and does it have ads?

FitNotes is completely free with no ads and no paid tier. The developer offers a FitNotes Supporter app as optional support.

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Eight Sleep: Is a subscription required for Eight Sleep Pod?

Yes, Eight Sleep Pod requires a mandatory monthly subscription with three tiers ranging from $17 to $33 per month. The subscription includes access to sleep tracking, autopilot features, and other health analytics.

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FitNotes: Does FitNotes work offline?

Yes, FitNotes works completely offline and requires no internet connection or account sign-up to use.

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Eight Sleep: What are the available sizes for Eight Sleep?

Eight Sleep Pod is available only in Full and Queen sizes. Half-size options are not available, which may limit options for smaller beds.

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FitNotes: What platform is FitNotes available on?

FitNotes is Android only and is not available on iOS or other platforms.

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Eight Sleep: What wearables does Eight Sleep integrate with?

Eight Sleep integrates with 40+ wearables through its Terra API partnership, including Apple Watch, Fitbit, Garmin, Oura, WHOOP, and syncs with Apple Health and Google Fit.

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FitNotes: Can I export my FitNotes data?

Yes, FitNotes allows full CSV export so your workout data is yours and can be imported into other applications.

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