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Home Workout

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Value score / 100 Worth paying? No Skip it

This app offers effective workouts and can help users achieve fitness goals, but its aggressive paywall and subscription practices significantly detract from its value.

Free + in-app purchases seen up to $69.99 4.9★ lifetime (117,673) since 2017

Home Workout by Leap Health Fitness Limited provides challenging and effective workouts that can help users lose weight and build muscle R4R5R10. However, a significant portion of the app, including personalized plans and many exercises, is locked behind a paywall after a short free trial, leading to widespread user frustration R62R149R281. Many users feel the app is a 'scam' due to its monetization strategy and lack of free content R39R184.

Free vs paid

The free version of the app offers some exercises and allows users to start a workout plan, with many users reporting feeling the burn and seeing initial results R4R5R6R9. However, after a few days or a week (often 7 days), most personalized plans and advanced features become inaccessible without a subscription R62R149R281R396. Some users on Android phones reportedly have the option to watch ads to unlock exercises, a feature not available on iOS, creating an 'unfair advantage' R16. The paid version is supposed to unlock all exercises, remove ads, and provide full access to customized plans, but some users who paid still encountered issues like being unable to access content or being charged unexpectedly R141R344.

Value complaints

  • Many users are forced to pay after only a few days (e.g., 7 days) to continue their workout plans, despite completing initial surveys for a longer plan.R62R86R149R281
  • The app is perceived as a 'scam' or 'cash grab' because essential workout features are locked behind a paywall, with some users unable to do anything without paying.R39R184R204R238
  • Users report issues with unexpected charges, difficulty canceling subscriptions, and being charged even after unsubscribing.R129R223R239R344
  • Ads are intrusive and sometimes prevent workouts from starting, with some users reporting unclosable ads.R137R214R260R420
  • Some users who paid for premium still found workouts requiring equipment despite selecting no-equipment options, or felt the paid version offered no significant improvement.R33R141R422R463
  • There's a lack of transparency regarding the benefits of the premium subscription versus the free version.R516
  • The app asks users to complete long surveys before revealing the paywall, which is seen as a waste of time.R62R328R436
  • The pricing, such as $37 a year, is considered too high for content that can be found for free elsewhere.R398

Where it delivers

  • The app provides challenging and effective workouts that help users feel the burn and see results, including weight loss and muscle gain.R1R4R5R6
  • It offers a variety of exercises and can adjust difficulty levels based on user preference and fitness level.R4R16R41R42
  • The app is praised for being suitable for home workouts without requiring equipment.R7R9R45R418
  • It includes helpful features like workout reminders and clear instructions for exercises.R7R798
Worth paying if

It is not recommended to pay for this app due to numerous complaints about aggressive paywalls, unexpected charges, and a lack of clear benefits for the premium tier R33R129R223R239.

Skip / stay free if

You should skip paying for this app if you are looking for a truly free workout experience, as most content is paywalled after a very short trial R39R62R184. Also skip if you are wary of apps with unclear subscription benefits, difficult cancellation processes, or reports of unexpected charges R129R223R239R344.

Evidence note: The lifetime rating of 4.87 is significantly higher than what recent reviews suggest, indicating a decline in user satisfaction likely due to changes in monetization strategy. Many positive reviews are very short and generic, while negative reviews are detailed and consistently highlight paywall issues.

Frequently asked

Is Home Workout by Leap Health Fitness Limited truly free?
No, while the app is free to download and offers some initial free workouts, most personalized plans and advanced features are locked behind a paywall after a few days or a week, requiring a subscription R62R149R281R396.
What are the common complaints about the app's monetization?
Common complaints include being forced to pay after a short trial period, intrusive ads that sometimes prevent workouts, unclear benefits of the premium subscription, and issues with unexpected charges or difficulty canceling subscriptions R62R137R223R239.
Does the app offer effective workouts?
Yes, many users report that the app provides challenging and effective workouts that help them feel the burn, lose weight, and build muscle R4R5R6R10.
Are there any differences in features between iOS and Android versions?
One user noted that on an Android phone, it was possible to watch ads to gain access to additional exercises beyond the customized plan, a feature not available on iOS, which was seen as an 'unfair advantage' R16.

What reviewers actually said

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  1. [R62] 3/5 · US Too much pay tonight win stuff: I enjoyed the app a lot at first, and then after the seventh day, I had to pay to do the eighth. I disliked that they put me through a whole long survey to do a 28-day plan and then they make me pay to continue. In my opinion, there should be less things to pay for, like I shouldn’t have to pay so much to be fit. I should do my 28-day plan FOR FREE and then maybe pay
  2. [R86] 1/5 · US Rubbish: paid after 2 days · translated
  3. [R149] 1/5 · US Disappointing: You only get a week of free exercises before it wants you to pay a yearly subscription. And lots of ads/pop ups.
  4. [R281] 1/5 · GB Waste of time: For the first 7 days the workout is for free but than half way through they want to you to purchase a subscription for a month or a year
  5. [R39] 1/5 · US Scam: Cant do anything without spending money. Plenty of apps that do the same thing for free. Not worth it at all.
  6. [R184] 1/5 · US No: I hate it. As soon as I got on I was excited, but when I tried to choose a workout it said I had to pay for it. These should be for free instead of wasting peoples money just to get in shape.
  7. [R204] 2/5 · US Cash grab: Used to be this app had lots of free workouts to choose from but now it seems as though you have to pay for every single thing now. Severely diminished in being a useful tool for people wishing to lose weight.
  8. [R238] 1/5 · US not great: You have to PAY to even choose one workout.
  9. [R129] 3/5 · US I’m not happy: I love this app but I mistakenly make a yearly subscription and I request for refund I didn’t get it back
  10. [R223] 1/5 · US payment: Tried to pay the weekly subscription but canceled it before (May 4th) and it tried to choose the monthly one by its self and just took $30 dollars out of my account today (May 11th)
  11. [R239] 1/5 · US Scams: I subscribed for one month then unsubscribed for the next month and it keeps charging my card for $32 every week even tho I’m already unsubscribed be careful
  12. [R344] 1/5 · GB Why can't I cancel my subscription and get a refund: I bought a year subscription 3 days ago, I want to cancel it but there's no option in the app, not even on the website. I want a refund for my purchase.
  13. [R137] 1/5 · US Ad issue: Workouts locked behind an ad that won’t let you close out, even when letting it play all the way through. Ifit ad has close button that won’t work, tried restarting the app and the same ad pops up and prevents the workout from starting.
  14. [R214] 1/5 · US App sucks: This app is all ads. Unless you’re willing to spend money to get the licensed version don’t bother, you’ll be clicking through nothing but ads just to get the app to work.
  15. [R260] 1/5 · GB Can’t close ads: The workouts are completely useless as you can’t do them with the app as you can’t close the adverts. I understand that they might want you to pay to remove the ads but if you don’t want to pay for the app you should at least be able to close the ads like every other app on the market. I used this app for workouts on and off for years but won’t anymore because I can’t
  16. [R420] 1/5 · GB Scam app: This app is a scam. It has more pop ups than a shopping experience on Aliexpress. It has a similar UI incidently. The app does not work and there is no response from the button locations meaning you cant navigate it. Further, its all well and good telling me its day three but where is my program? Its just a really bad app and I want my money back.
  17. [R33] 1/5 · US Too fast, too less: There are no throughout instructions and reminder for each exercise. Honestly I was expecting better performance with paid options, but nah! There better apps in the lower “ranked” list of ios app ranking.
  18. [R141] 1/5 · US terrible app: I paid for a year's subscription and have been doing it for a long time, but it's no use. I thought it was because I was eating unhealthy food and going on a diet that nothing was happening.
  19. [R422] 3/5 · GB A little frustrating: No matter how many times you specify that you want a workout routine without equipment (I travel a lot), it still incorporates dumbbells in my workout. It is frustrating. Otherwise it’s ok.
  20. [R463] 1/5 · GB Yeah… no.: Pretty awful, ask it to recommend workouts without equipment and it pops up with dumb bell exercises. Worthless, as you cannot amend anything after setting up the plan.
  21. [R516] 3/5 · CA Premium Purchase: The one thing I notice in the app is that it is saying and showing always buy the subscription, but the thing is the app won’t show why we need to buy the premium. I mean if we need to buy the premium we need to know what are the benefits when we are buying the premium. It needs to show what benefits we are receiving when we are using the free one and what are the benefits when w
  22. [R328] 1/5 · GB Waste of time, Intentionally misleading: Does not mention anything about needing to spend money until after you already fill out the form. Waste of time
  23. [R436] 1/5 · GB Wanted to give it a shot but: Made me answer questions for 10 minutes and then asked for money. I don’t even know what the app is like yet, not paying for anything. Such a time waster
  24. [R398] 1/5 · GB Bad: Used to use this app years and years ago and was really good. Everything was free. Now you have to pay , deleted as soon as I saw that theres plenty of other apps for free and maybe if it cost less id pay for it but 37 pound a year for stuff i can get for free is absurd.
  25. [R1] 5/5 · US How it’s helping me: It’s really helpful for me and I can tell it will definitely help me stay in shape.
  26. [R4] 5/5 · US This is amazing: This app has done so much for me,it has helped me lose 32 in just I short time period.I am new to this and this app takes things slow and steady for those who don’t know much”like me.”It also has levels so if your advanced,new,or in the middle it has no problem finding workout for your level.and on top ITS FREE!
  27. [R5] 5/5 · US Love it: Can’t wait till I lose weight I felt the burn in the workout
  28. [R6] 5/5 · US Amazing: I just started today and I can tell this is an amazing app already the burn is real in these workouts 10/10 must recommend
  29. [R16] 2/5 · US Good but unfair: This app is good and I actually enjoy it . The exercises are challenging and they increase the difficulty level or decrease it depending on your preference what I don’t like is how the interface is different on a different type of phone. On my friends android phone, he can watch adds to gain access to other exercises apart from the customized plan Meanwhile, I am limited to the cu
  30. [R41] 5/5 · US Very goood: I just started and I like how you have a survey and can have it to your liking
  31. [R42] 5/5 · US Workout: It has the best options to work out nn get stronger 💪
  32. [R7] 5/5 · US Home workout no equipments: The best app ever it give you a lot of rest I love ittt it give you a reminder for your next work out like time for it
  33. [R9] 5/5 · US #1 Home workout: It’s fire i can feel the burn already and it’s pushing me to my limits and I love doing that this app is great no extra just straight workout fire app dude and the best part you don’t have to go spend your money on a gym membership you have a gym at home ❤️❤️
  34. [R45] 5/5 · US It’s the best workout app without equipment: DOWNLOAD IT NOW
  35. [R418] 3/5 · GB Confusing Subscriptions & No Landscape: Every time I open this app, I turn my iPad sideways and I am reminded once again that this is a portrait only operation. Please fix. The subscription options are a little hard to find. On the whole the workouts are good, I appreciate the variety of exercises available without any weights or equipment.
  36. [R798] 3/5 · AU Needs more free options: This is one of the best home workout apps I’ve ever used. It has good foundation and beginner muscle gain training, videos to help you understand how to do the exercises properly and a gear system to check your progress. The only thing this app needs is more free options and workouts.
  37. [R396] 3/5 · GB It’s okay: It’s good for non personalised workouts you get your first day personalised but the rest you done unless you pay. Well that’s what I think happened to me x
  38. [R10] 5/5 · US I think this app is great!: This app provided me with new workouts I didn't know about and really helped me get the body shape I want highly recommend!!

Synthesized from 120 recent App Store reviews · updated July 2026 · View on the App Store