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FitNotes vs SugarWOD

FitNotes logo

FitNotes

Fitness

Free workout tracker for Android

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Free
Rated
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SugarWOD logo

SugarWOD

Fitness

Workout tracking for functional fitness

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Free
Rated
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The short version

  • Each has a real cost: FitNotes android only, no iOS version despite requests from users; SugarWOD the pricing page shows no dollar figures for any athlete tier; the rates are not published in the page content
  • They diverge on capability: FitNotes covers Exercise logging, SugarWOD covers Workout logging.
  • Prices and features above were last checked on 30 August 2026.

Where they differ

Only the attributes on which FitNotes and SugarWOD actually diverge.

Attributes where FitNotes and SugarWOD differ
AttributeFitNotesSugarWOD
Pricing modelUnknownfreemium
PlatformsAndroidIos, Android, Web
Founded20132014

Identical on both: starting price (Free), free tier (Yes), user rating (Not yet rated), category (Fitness).

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 SugarWOD

  • Workout logging
  • PR tracking
  • Gym leaderboards
  • Social features
  • Movement library
  • Wodify
  • Zen Planner
  • PushPress

Both cover

  • Android support

What people use each for

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

FitNotes

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

SugarWOD

  • Programming and delivering daily workouts to a CrossFit style gymnot FitNotes
  • Athletes logging workout results and personal records on mobilenot FitNotes
  • Coaches tracking attendance and benchmark progress across a gym communitynot 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

SugarWOD

  • The pricing page shows no dollar figures for any athlete tier; the rates are not published in the page content
  • Billing is by registered athlete count and the system automatically moves your subscription tier up or down each month based on the count on that date
  • Gyms above 250 athletes have no published tier and must contact the team for each incremental 100 athletes
  • The free trial is 2 weeks

Pricing, plan by plan

FitNotes

Free

No published plan breakdown. See the FitNotes review.

SugarWOD

Free
  • Athlete (Free)Free
    • Track workouts
    • View PRs
    • Leaderboards
  • Gym$79/month
    • Programming
    • Unlimited athletes
    • Analytics

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.

Choose SugarWOD if

  • You need workout logging.
  • You want to start without paying.
  • You work on Ios, Android, Web.
  • You also want pr tracking.

Questions people ask

Is FitNotes or SugarWOD better?
Neither clearly leads. FitNotes starts at Free and SugarWOD at Free, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
Which is cheaper, FitNotes or SugarWOD?
FitNotes starts at Free and SugarWOD at Free.
Does FitNotes or SugarWOD run on more platforms?
FitNotes runs on Android. SugarWOD runs on Ios, Android, Web.
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. Of those, workout tracking and nutrition management are not what SugarWOD is typically brought in for.
What can FitNotes do that SugarWOD cannot?
FitNotes covers Exercise logging, Custom exercises, Progress graphs, Workout calendar. SugarWOD covers Workout logging, PR tracking, Gym leaderboards, Social features. 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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SugarWOD: How is SugarWOD pricing calculated?

SugarWOD uses dynamic pricing based on the number of registered athletes in your gym, not gym membership count. Pricing adjusts monthly based on current registrations.

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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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SugarWOD: What is the high-volume athlete threshold?

For gyms with more than 250 registered athletes, pricing increases by tier for each additional 100 athletes. Organizations in this range should contact the sales team directly.

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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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SugarWOD: Is there a free trial?

Yes, SugarWOD offers a 2-week all-access trial for gyms to test the platform. Independent athletes can also download the app for free to track workouts.

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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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SugarWOD: Are there long-term contracts required?

No, SugarWOD requires no long-term contracts and allows cancellation anytime with no restrictions.

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