Software · head to head
Future vs Apple Fitness+
The short version
- Each has a real cost: Future high monthly cost: $199/month is significantly more expensive than app-only alternatives and self-directed programs; Apple Fitness+ restricted to Apple ecosystem, not compatible with Android devices or non-Apple platforms
- They diverge on capability: Future covers Dedicated personal trainer, Apple Fitness+ covers Studio-style workouts.
Where they differ
Only the attributes on which Future and Apple Fitness+ actually diverge.
| Attribute | Future | Apple Fitness+ |
|---|---|---|
| Starting price | $199/month | $9.99/month |
| Platforms | iOS, Android | iOS, iPadOS, tvOS |
| Founded | 2017 | 1976 |
Identical on both: pricing model (Unknown), free tier (No), 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 Future
- Dedicated personal trainer
- Custom workout plans
- Real-time accountability
- Weekly plan adjustments
- Trainer messaging
- Apple Health
- Apple-watch support
Only in Apple Fitness+
- Studio-style workouts
- Real-time Apple Watch metrics
- Personalized recommendations
- Time to Walk
- Meditation sessions
- Apple Music
- Health app
- SharePlay
Both cover
- Apple Watch
- Ios support
What people use each for
The jobs each tool is most often brought in to do.
Future
- Workout tracking
- Nutrition management
- Health monitoring
- Fitness coaching
- Wellness improvement
Apple Fitness+
- 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.
Future
- High monthly cost: $199/month is significantly more expensive than app-only alternatives and self-directed programs
- No real-time coaching: lacks in-workout guidance from coaches during actual training sessions
- Limited customer support: email-only support model without phone or chat options for immediate assistance
- Requires wearable for full tracking: relies on Apple Watch or smartwatch for comprehensive activity and heart rate data
- Binding coach relationship: switching coaches or ending relationships may impact workout continuity
Apple Fitness+
- Restricted to Apple ecosystem, not compatible with Android devices or non-Apple platforms
- Apple Watch is required for optimal functionality and metrics tracking
- No live sessions available, only prerecorded on-demand videos
- Limited Mac support with streaming from iPhone or iPad required
- Simplified approach puts limitations compared to specialized or comprehensive fitness apps
Pricing, plan by plan
Future
$199/monthNo published plan breakdown. See the Future review.
Apple Fitness+
$9.99/monthNo published plan breakdown. See the Apple Fitness+ review.
Which should you pick?
Choose Future if
- You need dedicated personal trainer.
- You work on iOS, Android.
- You also want custom workout plans.
Choose Apple Fitness+ if
- You need studio-style workouts.
- You work on iOS, iPadOS, tvOS.
- You also want real-time apple watch metrics.
Questions people ask
- Is Future or Apple Fitness+ better?
- Neither clearly leads. Future starts at $199/month and Apple Fitness+ at $9.99/month, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
- Which is cheaper, Future or Apple Fitness+?
- Future starts at $199/month and Apple Fitness+ at $9.99/month.
- Does Future or Apple Fitness+ run on more platforms?
- Future runs on iOS, Android. Apple Fitness+ runs on iOS, iPadOS, tvOS.
- What is Future best used for?
- Future is most often used for workout tracking, nutrition management, health monitoring, fitness coaching.
- What can Future do that Apple Fitness+ cannot?
- Future covers Dedicated personal trainer, Custom workout plans, Real-time accountability, Weekly plan adjustments. Apple Fitness+ covers Studio-style workouts, Real-time Apple Watch metrics, Personalized recommendations, Time to Walk. Both handle Apple Watch, Ios support.
Answered from the vendors’ own pages
Future: How much does Future personal training cost?
Future Pro membership costs $199 per month for one-on-one personal training with a certified coach. First-time users can access the first month at a discounted rate through affiliate links.
SourceApple Fitness+: How much does Apple Fitness Plus cost?
Apple Fitness Plus costs $9.99/month or $79.99/year in the US. New subscribers may be eligible for a free trial with the purchase of select Apple devices.
SourceFuture: Do Future coaches provide form feedback?
Yes, users can record and submit exercise videos to their coach, who will provide personalized form corrections and technique feedback for proper exercise execution.
SourceApple Fitness+: Can you share Apple Fitness Plus with family?
Yes, Apple Fitness Plus features Family Sharing compatibility, allowing you to share your subscription with up to five family members at no additional cost.
SourceFuture: Does Future work with wearables like Apple Watch?
Yes, Future integrates with Apple Watch, smartwatches, and can cast workouts to TV. The app tracks activity and heart rate data through wearable devices.
SourceApple Fitness+: What workout types does Apple Fitness Plus offer?
Apple Fitness Plus supports a wide range of workout types including strength training, yoga, HIIT, cycling, dance, and mindful cooldowns with curated music playlists.
SourceFuture: How often are Future workouts updated?
Future coaches deliver customized weekly workouts by Sunday that adapt to travel, injuries, or schedule changes. Coaches also provide ongoing daily motivation and track workout completion.
SourceApple Fitness+: Does Apple Fitness Plus integrate with Apple Music?
Yes, one of the strongest features is Apple Music integration, with workouts synced to curated playlists that match pace and intensity.
SourceApple Fitness+: What devices are required to use Apple Fitness Plus?
Apple Fitness Plus requires an Apple device such as iPhone, iPad, or Apple TV. An Apple Watch is more or less mandatory for optimal use and metrics tracking.
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