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FitNotes vs TrainHeroic

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FitNotes

Fitness

Free workout tracker for Android

From
Free
Rated
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Full reviewWebsite
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TrainHeroic

Fitness

Strength and conditioning platform

From
Free
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite

The short version

  • Each has a real cost: FitNotes android only, no iOS version despite requests from users; TrainHeroic no annual billing discount explicitly stated; only monthly pricing shown
  • They diverge on capability: FitNotes covers Exercise logging, TrainHeroic covers Workout programming.
  • Prices and features above were last checked on 30 August 2026.

Where they differ

Only the attributes on which FitNotes and TrainHeroic actually diverge.

Attributes where FitNotes and TrainHeroic differ
AttributeFitNotesTrainHeroic
Pricing modelUnknownsubscription
PlatformsAndroidWeb, iOS, Android
Founded20132012

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 TrainHeroic

  • Workout programming
  • Progress tracking
  • Team management
  • Video analysis
  • Program marketplace
  • Fitbit
  • Garmin
  • WHOOP

Both cover

  • Android support

What people use each for

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

FitNotes

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

TrainHeroic

  • Personal training client management and athlete coachingnot FitNotes
  • Fitness program delivery and workout planningnot FitNotes
  • Coach-athlete relationship managementnot 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

TrainHeroic

  • No annual billing discount explicitly stated; only monthly pricing shown
  • Limited transparency on marketplace revenue sharing terms
  • No feature comparison matrix between tiers
  • Cancellation and refund policy not discussed

Pricing, plan by plan

FitNotes

Free

No published plan breakdown. See the FitNotes review.

TrainHeroic

Free
  • 1 Athlete$9.99/month
    • Up to 1 athlete
  • 5 Athletes$17.99/month
    • Up to 5 athletes
  • 15 Athletes$34.99/month
    • Up to 15 athletes
  • 25 Athletes$44.99/month
    • Up to 25 athletes

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 TrainHeroic if

  • You need workout programming.
  • You want to start without paying.
  • You work on Web, iOS, Android.
  • You also want progress tracking.
TrainHeroic review

Questions people ask

Is FitNotes or TrainHeroic better?
Neither clearly leads. FitNotes starts at Free and TrainHeroic at Free, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
Which is cheaper, FitNotes or TrainHeroic?
FitNotes starts at Free and TrainHeroic at Free.
Does FitNotes or TrainHeroic run on more platforms?
FitNotes runs on Android. TrainHeroic 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. Of those, workout tracking and nutrition management are not what TrainHeroic is typically brought in for.
What can FitNotes do that TrainHeroic cannot?
FitNotes covers Exercise logging, Custom exercises, Progress graphs, Workout calendar. TrainHeroic covers Workout programming, Progress tracking, Team management, Video analysis. 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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TrainHeroic: Is there a free trial for TrainHeroic?

Yes, TrainHeroic offers a 14-day free trial that requires no credit card.

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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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TrainHeroic: Can I add assistant coaches to my account?

Yes, you can add assistant coaches at $9.99 per month each.

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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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