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Hevy vs Zwift

Hevy logo

Hevy

Fitness

Workout tracker and gym log

From
Free
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite
Zwift logo

Zwift

Fitness

Game-like virtual cycling and running world that requires a smart trainer or compatible smart bike

From
On request
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite

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; Zwift it requires a smart trainer, smart bike or footpod, so the total cost includes hardware that can run into hundreds of dollars before the subscription starts.
  • They diverge on capability: Hevy covers Workout tracking, Zwift covers Persistent virtual world.
  • Prices and features above were last checked on 1 September 2026.

Where they differ

Only the attributes on which Hevy and Zwift actually diverge.

Attributes where Hevy and Zwift differ
AttributeHevyZwift
Starting priceFreeOn request
Pricing modelUnknownPer user per month
Free tierYesNo
PlatformsiOS, Android, Web, Apple Watch, WearOSiOS, Android, Windows, macOS
Founded2019Unknown

Identical on both: 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 Hevy

  • Workout tracking
  • Social feed
  • Progress photos
  • Personal records
  • Exercise library
  • Apple Health
  • Google Fit
  • Apple Watch

Only in Zwift

  • Persistent virtual world
  • Group rides and races
  • Structured workouts
  • Avatar and social layer
  • Apple TV native support
  • Own hardware line

What people use each for

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

Hevy

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

Zwift

  • A cyclist who finds indoor trainer sessions boring and wants a social, game-like world to ride innot Hevy
  • A runner and cyclist who wants one subscription covering both activitiesnot Hevy
  • Someone motivated by group rides, races and leaderboards rather than a plain data screennot Hevy
  • A household with an Apple TV wanting to ride without a separate laptop or tablet setupnot 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

Zwift

  • It requires a smart trainer, smart bike or footpod, so the total cost includes hardware that can run into hundreds of dollars before the subscription starts.
  • Its game-like focus on avatars and social riding means the training structure is less rigorous than a purpose-built training tool like TrainerRoad.
  • Zwift now sells its own hardware, so buyers researching a trainer need to separate Zwift-branded gear from third-party options that also work with the platform.
  • The virtual world and graphics require reasonably capable hardware to run smoothly, unlike a data-only training app.
  • Races and group rides depend on other users being online at the same time, so value drops in off-peak hours or less popular time zones.

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

Zwift

On request
  • Zwift$19.99/month
    • Unlimited cycling and running in the virtual world
    • Group rides, races and structured workouts
  • Zwift Annual$199.99/year
    • Same features billed yearly

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.
Hevy review

Choose Zwift if

  • You need persistent virtual world.
  • You work on iOS, Android, Windows, macOS.
  • You also want group rides and races.
Zwift review

Questions people ask

Is Hevy or Zwift better?
Neither clearly leads. Hevy starts at Free and Zwift at On request, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
Which is cheaper, Hevy or Zwift?
Hevy has a free tier; the other does not. Paid plans start at Free for Hevy and On request for Zwift.
Does Hevy or Zwift run on more platforms?
Hevy runs on iOS, Android, Web, Apple Watch, WearOS. Zwift runs on iOS, Android, Windows, macOS.
Can I use Hevy for free?
Yes. Hevy has a free tier, so you can try it without paying. Zwift 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 Zwift is typically brought in for.
What can Hevy do that Zwift cannot?
Hevy covers Workout tracking, Social feed, Progress photos, Personal records. Zwift covers Persistent virtual world, Group rides and races, Structured workouts, Avatar and social layer.

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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Zwift: Do I need special hardware to use Zwift?

Yes, cycling requires a smart trainer or Zwift-compatible smart bike, and running requires a footpod.

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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Zwift: Does Zwift sell its own trainer?

It sells the Zwift Ride smart frame and Zwift Cog accessory, though third-party smart trainers also work with the platform.

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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Zwift: How is it different from TrainerRoad?

Zwift is a game-like virtual world with social riding; TrainerRoad is a non-gamified structured training tool with no virtual world.

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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