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FitNotes vs Peloton

FitNotes logo

FitNotes

Fitness & Wellness

Free workout tracker for Android

From
Free
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite
Peloton logo

Peloton

Sports & Recreation

At-home fitness with live and on-demand classes

From
Free
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite

The short version

  • Each has a real cost: FitNotes android only, no iOS version despite requests from users; Peloton monthly subscription required for access to classes and tracking features
  • They diverge on capability: FitNotes covers Exercise logging, Peloton covers Live and on-demand classes.

Where they differ

Only the attributes on which FitNotes and Peloton actually diverge.

Attributes where FitNotes and Peloton differ
AttributeFitNotesPeloton
PlatformsAndroidWeb, iOS, Android
CategoryFitness & WellnessSports & Recreation
Founded20132012

Identical on both: starting price (Free), pricing model (Unknown), free tier (Yes), 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 FitNotes

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

Only in Peloton

  • Live and on-demand classes
  • Real-time performance metrics
  • Community leaderboard
  • Music-driven workouts
  • Celebrity instructor content
  • Apple Health
  • Apple Watch
  • Fitbit

Both cover

  • Android support

What people use each for

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

FitNotes

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

Peloton

  • 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.

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

Peloton

  • Monthly subscription required for access to classes and tracking features
  • Hardware equipment expensive and requires dedicated space in home
  • All-Access membership only works optimally with Peloton hardware, limiting flexibility
  • Price increases made in October 2025 have reduced affordability

Pricing, plan by plan

FitNotes

Free

No published plan breakdown. See the FitNotes review.

Peloton

Free
  • App One$15.99/month
    • Explore class library
    • Limited access to instructors
  • App+$28.99/month
    • Full class library
    • Live classes
    • Performance tracking
  • All-Access$49.99/month
    • Full class library
    • Live classes
    • On-screen metrics

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 Peloton if

  • You need live and on-demand classes.
  • You want to start without paying.
  • You work on Web, iOS, Android.
  • You also want real-time performance metrics.
Peloton review

Questions people ask

Is FitNotes or Peloton better?
Neither clearly leads. FitNotes starts at Free and Peloton at Free, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
Which is cheaper, FitNotes or Peloton?
FitNotes starts at Free and Peloton at Free.
Does FitNotes or Peloton run on more platforms?
FitNotes runs on Android. Peloton runs on Web, iOS, Android.
Can I use FitNotes for free?
Both have a free tier, so you can try either at no cost before committing.
What is FitNotes best used for?
FitNotes is most often used for workout tracking, nutrition management, health monitoring, fitness coaching.
What can FitNotes do that Peloton cannot?
FitNotes covers Exercise logging, Custom exercises, Progress graphs, Workout calendar. Peloton covers Live and on-demand classes, Real-time performance metrics, Community leaderboard, Music-driven workouts. 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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Peloton: How much is Peloton membership in 2026?

Peloton offers three membership tiers: All-Access at $49.99 per month, App+ at $28.99 per month, and App One at $15.99 per month (prices as of October 2025).

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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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Peloton: What is included in All-Access vs App+ membership?

All-Access integrates with Peloton hardware with on-screen performance metrics and leaderboard features. App+ provides access to full class library, live classes, tracking, and community features for use with your own equipment.

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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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Peloton: Is there a free trial for Peloton?

Yes, Peloton offers a 30-day free trial for new members. You can cancel anytime during the trial without being charged, but payment method is required at signup.

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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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Peloton: What is Peloton IQ?

Peloton IQ is an AI system deployed across all connected fitness equipment providing real-time workout feedback and form correction during classes.

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