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Sweat vs Apple Fitness+

Sweat logo

Sweat

Fitness & Wellness

Fitness app for women

From
$19.99/month
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite
Apple Fitness+ logo

Apple Fitness+

Fitness & Wellness

Guided workouts powered by Apple Watch

From
$9.99/month
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite

The short version

  • Each has a real cost: Sweat the Google Play listing states Sweat subscriptions auto-renew unless canceled at least 24 hours before the renewal date, that there is no price increase when renewing, and that refunds are not provided for any unused portion of the subscription term; Apple Fitness+ restricted to Apple ecosystem, not compatible with Android devices or non-Apple platforms
  • They diverge on capability: Sweat covers Trainer-led programs, Apple Fitness+ covers Studio-style workouts.

Where they differ

Only the attributes on which Sweat and Apple Fitness+ actually diverge.

Attributes where Sweat and Apple Fitness+ differ
AttributeSweatApple Fitness+
Starting price$19.99/month$9.99/month
Pricing modelsubscriptionUnknown
PlatformsIos, Android, WebiOS, iPadOS, tvOS
Founded20151976

Identical on both: free tier (No), user rating (Not yet rated), category (Fitness & Wellness).

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 Sweat

  • Trainer-led programs
  • BBG, PWR, BUILD
  • Meal planning
  • Progress tracking
  • Community challenges
  • Apple Health
  • Spotify
  • Android 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
  • Web support

What people use each for

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

Sweat

  • 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.

Sweat

  • The Google Play listing states Sweat subscriptions auto-renew unless canceled at least 24 hours before the renewal date, that there is no price increase when renewing, and that refunds are not provided for any unused portion of the subscription term

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

Sweat

$19.99/month
  • Monthly$19.99/month
    • All programs
    • Meal plans
    • Progress photos
  • Annual$119.94/year
    • All programs
    • Meal plans
    • Progress photos

Apple Fitness+

$9.99/month

No published plan breakdown. See the Apple Fitness+ review.

Which should you pick?

Choose Sweat if

  • You need trainer-led programs.
  • You work on Ios, Android, Web.
  • You also want bbg, pwr, build.
Sweat review

Choose Apple Fitness+ if

  • You need studio-style workouts.
  • You work on iOS, iPadOS, tvOS.
  • You also want real-time apple watch metrics.
Apple Fitness+ review

Questions people ask

Is Sweat or Apple Fitness+ better?
Neither clearly leads. Sweat starts at $19.99/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, Sweat or Apple Fitness+?
Sweat starts at $19.99/month and Apple Fitness+ at $9.99/month.
Does Sweat or Apple Fitness+ run on more platforms?
Sweat runs on Ios, Android, Web. Apple Fitness+ runs on iOS, iPadOS, tvOS.
What is Sweat best used for?
Sweat is most often used for workout tracking, nutrition management, health monitoring, fitness coaching.
What can Sweat do that Apple Fitness+ cannot?
Sweat covers Trainer-led programs, BBG, PWR, BUILD, Meal planning, Progress tracking. Apple Fitness+ covers Studio-style workouts, Real-time Apple Watch metrics, Personalized recommendations, Time to Walk. Both handle Apple Watch, Ios support, Web support.

Answered from the vendors’ own pages

Apple 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.

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Apple 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.

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Apple 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.

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Apple 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.

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Apple 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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