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FitNotes vs Genbook

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FitNotes

Software

Free workout tracker for Android

From
Free
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite
Genbook logo

Genbook

Software

Online booking and business growth for salons

From
$29/month
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite

The short version

  • Only FitNotes has a free tier, so it costs nothing to try first.
  • Each has a real cost: FitNotes android only, no iOS version despite requests from users; Genbook limited documentation and onboarding tutorials for new users
  • They diverge on capability: FitNotes covers Exercise logging, Genbook covers Online booking.

Where they differ

Only the attributes on which FitNotes and Genbook actually diverge.

Attributes where FitNotes and Genbook differ
AttributeFitNotesGenbook
Starting priceFree$29/month
Free tierYesNo
PlatformsAndroidWeb, Mobile
Founded20132006

Identical on both: pricing model (Unknown), 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 FitNotes

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

Only in Genbook

  • Online booking
  • Review collection
  • Client management
  • Payment processing
  • Marketing campaigns
  • Reputation management
  • Calendar sync
  • Mobile apps

Both cover

  • Android support

What people use each for

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

FitNotes

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

Genbook

  • Getting more clientsnot FitNotes
  • Managing reviewsnot FitNotes
  • Online bookingnot FitNotes
  • Building reputationnot FitNotes

Where each one falls short

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

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

Genbook

  • Limited documentation and onboarding tutorials for new users
  • Customer support responsiveness can be slow or unreliable
  • Limited flexibility in rebooking timeframes and appointment management
  • Competitors offer additional features like HIPAA-compliant SOAP notes at lower prices

Pricing, plan by plan

FitNotes

Free

No published plan breakdown. See the FitNotes review.

Genbook

$29/month

No published plan breakdown. See the Genbook review.

Which should you pick?

Choose FitNotes if

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

Choose Genbook if

  • You need online booking.
  • You work on Web, Mobile.
  • You also want review collection.
Genbook review

Questions people ask

Is FitNotes or Genbook better?
Neither clearly leads. FitNotes starts at Free and Genbook at $29/month, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
Which is cheaper, FitNotes or Genbook?
FitNotes has a free tier; the other does not. Paid plans start at Free for FitNotes and $29/month for Genbook.
Does FitNotes or Genbook run on more platforms?
FitNotes runs on Android. Genbook runs on Web, Mobile.
Can I use FitNotes for free?
Yes. FitNotes has a free tier, so you can try it without paying. Genbook starts at $29/month.
What is FitNotes best used for?
FitNotes is most often used for workout tracking, nutrition management, health monitoring, fitness coaching. Of those, workout tracking and nutrition management are not what Genbook is typically brought in for.
What can FitNotes do that Genbook cannot?
FitNotes covers Exercise logging, Custom exercises, Progress graphs, Workout calendar. Genbook covers Online booking, Review collection, Client management, Payment processing. Both handle Android support.

Answered from the vendors’ own pages

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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Genbook: What does Genbook cost?

Genbook starts at $29 per month with different tiers available for businesses with varying needs.

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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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Genbook: What support options are available?

Genbook offers email/help desk, FAQ/forum, knowledge base, phone support, 24/7 live representative, and chat support.

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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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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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