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Hevy vs TP-Link Kasa

TP-Link Kasa
Software
Affordable smart home devices with easy setup
- From
- On request
- Rated
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The short version
- Only Hevy has a free tier, so it costs nothing to try first.
- Each has a real cost: Hevy free tier severely limited to 4 routines and 7 custom exercises, requiring Pro subscription for most users; TP-Link Kasa devices are sold individually rather than as a subscription, for example the Smart Video Doorbell Camera costs 49.99 USD and the 4-pack Smart Light Bulb costs 39.99 USD
- They diverge on capability: Hevy covers Workout tracking, TP-Link Kasa covers Affordable.
Where they differ
Only the attributes on which Hevy and TP-Link Kasa actually diverge.
| Attribute | Hevy | TP-Link Kasa |
|---|---|---|
| Starting price | Free | On request |
| Pricing model | Unknown | one-time |
| Free tier | Yes | No |
| Platforms | iOS, Android, Web, Apple Watch, WearOS | IOS, Android, Web |
| Founded | 2019 | 1996 |
Identical on both: 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 Hevy
- Workout tracking
- Social feed
- Progress photos
- Personal records
- Exercise library
- Apple Health
- Google Fit
- Apple Watch
Only in TP-Link Kasa
- Affordable
- No Hub Required
- Energy Monitoring
- Scheduling
- Alexa
- Google Home
- SmartThings
- IFTTT
Both cover
- Android support
- Web support
What people use each for
The jobs each tool is most often brought in to do.
Hevy
- Workout trackingnot TP-Link Kasa
- Nutrition managementnot TP-Link Kasa
- Health monitoringnot TP-Link Kasa
- Fitness coachingnot TP-Link Kasa
- Wellness improvementnot TP-Link Kasa
TP-Link Kasa
- Energy monitoringnot Hevy
- Automationnot Hevy
- Voice controlnot Hevy
- Budget smart homenot Hevy
Where each one falls short
Documented limitations, not opinions. Every one is a constraint you would hit in normal use.
Hevy
- Free tier severely limited to 4 routines and 7 custom exercises, requiring Pro subscription for most users
- Strava integration is one-way only, preventing synchronization of Strava activities back into Hevy
- Social features are basic compared to dedicated social fitness communities, limited to workout feeds and comments
- No built-in nutrition or diet tracking, complementary to but separate from full fitness platforms
- Limited coaching and AI programming features compared to alternatives like Fitbod or Boostcamp
TP-Link Kasa
- Devices are sold individually rather than as a subscription, for example the Smart Video Doorbell Camera costs 49.99 USD and the 4-pack Smart Light Bulb costs 39.99 USD
Pricing, plan by plan
Hevy
Free- FreeFree
- Unlimited workout logging
- Full exercise library (200+ videos)
- Progress charts and personal records
- Pro$2.99/month
- All Free features
- Unlimited routines
- Unlimited custom exercises
TP-Link Kasa
On request- Smart Plug$10/month
- WiFi
- Voice control
- Scheduling
- Smart Switch$20/month
- In-wall installation
- Dimming
- 3-way support
Which should you pick?
Choose Hevy if
- You need workout tracking.
- You want to start without paying.
- You work on iOS, Android, Web, Apple Watch, WearOS.
- You also want social feed.
Choose TP-Link Kasa if
- You need affordable.
- You work on IOS, Android, Web.
- You also want no hub required.
Questions people ask
- Is Hevy or TP-Link Kasa better?
- Neither clearly leads. Hevy starts at Free and TP-Link Kasa at On request, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
- Which is cheaper, Hevy or TP-Link Kasa?
- Hevy has a free tier; the other does not. Paid plans start at Free for Hevy and On request for TP-Link Kasa.
- Does Hevy or TP-Link Kasa run on more platforms?
- Hevy runs on iOS, Android, Web, Apple Watch, WearOS. TP-Link Kasa runs on IOS, Android, Web.
- Can I use Hevy for free?
- Yes. Hevy has a free tier, so you can try it without paying. TP-Link Kasa starts at On request.
- What is Hevy best used for?
- Hevy is most often used for workout tracking, nutrition management, health monitoring, fitness coaching. Of those, workout tracking and nutrition management are not what TP-Link Kasa is typically brought in for.
- What can Hevy do that TP-Link Kasa cannot?
- Hevy covers Workout tracking, Social feed, Progress photos, Personal records. TP-Link Kasa covers Affordable, No Hub Required, Energy Monitoring, Scheduling. Both handle Android support, Web support.
Answered from the vendors’ own pages
Hevy: Is Hevy completely free or does it have a paid tier?
Hevy has a free tier and a paid Pro tier. The free version includes unlimited workout logging and access to the full exercise library but is limited to 4 routines, 7 custom exercises, and 3 months of data history. Hevy Pro costs $2.99 per month, $23.99 per year, or $74.99 lifetime and removes these limits while adding advanced analytics and custom routine sharing.
SourceHevy: What features does Hevy include for workout logging and progress tracking?
Hevy provides automatic rest timers, RPE tracking, one-rep max calculations, exercise performance charts, body measurement tracking, progress photos, and an exercise library with over 200 exercise videos. The app supports warmup calculators, drop sets, failure tracking, and note-taking on workouts.
SourceHevy: Does Hevy work on Apple Watch and other devices?
Yes, Hevy is available on iOS and Android phones and tablets. It also supports Apple Watch and WearOS for basic workout logging and tracking. Additionally, Hevy has a web/desktop version for managing routines and viewing progress data.
SourceHevy: What integrations does Hevy support?
Hevy integrates with Apple Health to sync your workouts and fitness data. It also supports Strava integration, though the sync is one-way only: Hevy can send workouts to Strava, but Strava workouts will not be reflected back in Hevy.
SourceHevy: Can I share workouts and interact with other users in Hevy?
Yes, Hevy has social features including the ability to follow other athletes, view their workouts, like and comment on workouts, and save routines created by other users. The app maintains a social feed and leaderboard features, though these are more limited compared to dedicated social fitness platforms.
SourceHevy: Does Hevy have an offline mode for gym workouts?
While Hevy is primarily a cloud-based app, the search results do not provide explicit documentation about offline logging capabilities. The app requires syncing to log workouts and access progress data.
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