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Hevy vs WW (WeightWatchers)

Hevy logo

Hevy

Software

Workout tracker and gym log

From
Free
Rated
-
WW (WeightWatchers) logo

WW (WeightWatchers)

Software

Wellness that works

From
$12/month
Rated
-

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; WW (WeightWatchers) med+ programme requires board-certified clinician appointments, limiting availability to synchronous meetings
  • They diverge on capability: Hevy covers Workout tracking, WW (WeightWatchers) covers PersonalPoints system.

Where they differ

Only the attributes on which Hevy and WW (WeightWatchers) actually diverge.

Attributes where Hevy and WW (WeightWatchers) differ
AttributeHevyWW (WeightWatchers)
Starting priceFree$12/month
Pricing modelUnknownsubscription
Free tierYesNo
PlatformsiOS, Android, Web, Apple Watch, WearOSWeb, iOS, Android
Founded20191963

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
  • Google Fit
  • Apple-watch support

Only in WW (WeightWatchers)

  • PersonalPoints system
  • Food tracking
  • Fitness programs
  • Mindset tools
  • Community and workshops
  • Fitbit
  • Garmin

Both cover

  • Apple Health
  • Apple Watch
  • Ios support
  • Android support
  • Web support

What people use each for

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

Hevy

  • Workout trackingnot WW (WeightWatchers)
  • Nutrition managementnot WW (WeightWatchers)
  • Health monitoringnot WW (WeightWatchers)
  • Fitness coachingnot WW (WeightWatchers)
  • Wellness improvementnot WW (WeightWatchers)

WW (WeightWatchers)

  • Users seeking structured nutrition tracking with zero-point foodsnot Hevy
  • Members wanting GLP-1 medication support with clinical oversightnot Hevy
  • Groups preferring virtual community support and workshopsnot 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

WW (WeightWatchers)

  • Med+ programme requires board-certified clinician appointments, limiting availability to synchronous meetings
  • Virtual coaching and workshops restricted to group format on Core/Core+ plans; 1-to-1 coaching via in-app chat only

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

WW (WeightWatchers)

$12/month

No published plan breakdown. See the WW (WeightWatchers) review.

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 WW (WeightWatchers) if

  • You need personalpoints system.
  • You work on Web, iOS, Android.
  • You also want food tracking.

Questions people ask

Is Hevy or WW (WeightWatchers) better?
Neither clearly leads. Hevy starts at Free and WW (WeightWatchers) at $12/month, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
Which is cheaper, Hevy or WW (WeightWatchers)?
Hevy has a free tier; the other does not. Paid plans start at Free for Hevy and $12/month for WW (WeightWatchers).
Does Hevy or WW (WeightWatchers) run on more platforms?
Hevy runs on iOS, Android, Web, Apple Watch, WearOS. WW (WeightWatchers) runs on Web, iOS, Android.
Can I use Hevy for free?
Yes. Hevy has a free tier, so you can try it without paying. WW (WeightWatchers) starts at $12/month.
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 WW (WeightWatchers) is typically brought in for.
What can Hevy do that WW (WeightWatchers) cannot?
Hevy covers Workout tracking, Social feed, Progress photos, Personal records. WW (WeightWatchers) covers PersonalPoints system, Food tracking, Fitness programs, Mindset tools. Both handle Apple Health, Apple Watch, Ios support, Android 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.

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Hevy: 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.

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Hevy: 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.

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Hevy: 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.

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Hevy: 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.

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Hevy: 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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