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Ergatta vs Hevy

Ergatta logo

Ergatta

Fitness

Game-based connected rower

From
On request
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite
Hevy logo

Hevy

Fitness

Workout tracker and gym log

From
Free
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite

The short version

  • Only Hevy has a free tier, so it costs nothing to try first.
  • Each has a real cost: Ergatta hardware purchase required as primary cost; Hevy free tier severely limited to 4 routines and 7 custom exercises, requiring Pro subscription for most users
  • They diverge on capability: Ergatta covers Game-based workouts, Hevy covers Workout tracking.
  • Prices and features above were last checked on 30 August 2026.

Where they differ

Only the attributes on which Ergatta and Hevy actually diverge.

Attributes where Ergatta and Hevy differ
AttributeErgattaHevy
Starting priceOn requestFree
Pricing modelone-timeUnknown
Free tierNoYes
PlatformsHardwareiOS, Android, Web, Apple Watch, WearOS

Identical on both: user rating (Not yet rated), category (Fitness), founded (2019).

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 Ergatta

  • Game-based workouts
  • Personalized calibration
  • Racing mode
  • Interval games
  • Progress tracking
  • Strava
  • Hardware support

Only in Hevy

  • Workout tracking
  • Social feed
  • Progress photos
  • Personal records
  • Exercise library
  • Google Fit
  • Apple Watch
  • Ios support

Both cover

  • Apple Health

What people use each for

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

Ergatta

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

Hevy

  • 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.

Ergatta

  • Hardware purchase required as primary cost
  • Financing available only up to 36 months

Hevy

  • Free tier severely limited to 4 routines and 7 custom exercises, requiring Pro subscription for most users
  • Strava integration is one-way only, preventing synchronization of Strava activities back into Hevy
  • Social features are basic compared to dedicated social fitness communities, limited to workout feeds and comments
  • No built-in nutrition or diet tracking, complementary to but separate from full fitness platforms
  • Limited coaching and AI programming features compared to alternatives like Fitbod or Boostcamp

Pricing, plan by plan

Ergatta

On request
  • Ergatta Lite Rower$1399/mo
  • Ergatta Luxe Rower$1999/mo

Hevy

Free
  • FreeFree
    • Unlimited workout logging
    • Full exercise library (200+ videos)
    • Progress charts and personal records
  • Pro$2.99/month
    • All Free features
    • Unlimited routines
    • Unlimited custom exercises

Which should you pick?

Choose Ergatta if

  • You need game-based workouts.
  • You work on Hardware.
  • You also want personalized calibration.
Ergatta review

Choose Hevy if

  • You need workout tracking.
  • You want to start without paying.
  • You work on iOS, Android, Web, Apple Watch, WearOS.
  • You also want social feed.
Hevy review

Questions people ask

Is Ergatta or Hevy better?
Neither clearly leads. Ergatta starts at On request and Hevy at Free, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
Which is cheaper, Ergatta or Hevy?
Hevy has a free tier; the other does not. Paid plans start at On request for Ergatta and Free for Hevy.
Does Ergatta or Hevy run on more platforms?
Ergatta runs on Hardware. Hevy runs on iOS, Android, Web, Apple Watch, WearOS.
Can I use Hevy for free?
Yes. Hevy has a free tier, so you can try it without paying. Ergatta starts at On request.
What is Ergatta best used for?
Ergatta is most often used for workout tracking, nutrition management, health monitoring, fitness coaching.
What can Ergatta do that Hevy cannot?
Ergatta covers Game-based workouts, Personalized calibration, Racing mode, Interval games. Hevy covers Workout tracking, Social feed, Progress photos, Personal records. Both handle Apple Health.

Answered from the vendors’ own pages

Ergatta: What are the base prices for Ergatta rowers?

Ergatta Luxe starts at $1,999 and Ergatta Lite starts at $1,399. Specific membership or subscription fees are not detailed on the homepage.

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Hevy: Is Hevy completely free or does it have a paid tier?

Hevy has a free tier and a paid Pro tier. The free version includes unlimited workout logging and access to the full exercise library but is limited to 4 routines, 7 custom exercises, and 3 months of data history. Hevy Pro costs $2.99 per month, $23.99 per year, or $74.99 lifetime and removes these limits while adding advanced analytics and custom routine sharing.

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Ergatta: Does Ergatta offer financing options for rower purchases?

Yes. Customers can make easy monthly payments over 3, 12, 18, 24, or 36 months with 0% APR financing options available.

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Hevy: What features does Hevy include for workout logging and progress tracking?

Hevy provides automatic rest timers, RPE tracking, one-rep max calculations, exercise performance charts, body measurement tracking, progress photos, and an exercise library with over 200 exercise videos. The app supports warmup calculators, drop sets, failure tracking, and note-taking on workouts.

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Ergatta: Are Ergatta rowers HSA/FSA eligible?

Yes. Through the Truemed partnership, Ergatta rowers are HSA/FSA eligible, potentially saving customers up to 30% using pre-tax dollars.

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Hevy: Does Hevy work on Apple Watch and other devices?

Yes, Hevy is available on iOS and Android phones and tablets. It also supports Apple Watch and WearOS for basic workout logging and tracking. Additionally, Hevy has a web/desktop version for managing routines and viewing progress data.

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Hevy: What integrations does Hevy support?

Hevy integrates with Apple Health to sync your workouts and fitness data. It also supports Strava integration, though the sync is one-way only: Hevy can send workouts to Strava, but Strava workouts will not be reflected back in Hevy.

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Hevy: Can I share workouts and interact with other users in Hevy?

Yes, Hevy has social features including the ability to follow other athletes, view their workouts, like and comment on workouts, and save routines created by other users. The app maintains a social feed and leaderboard features, though these are more limited compared to dedicated social fitness platforms.

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Hevy: Does Hevy have an offline mode for gym workouts?

While Hevy is primarily a cloud-based app, the search results do not provide explicit documentation about offline logging capabilities. The app requires syncing to log workouts and access progress data.

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