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Workout for Women

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Value score / 100 Worth paying? No Skip it

Workout for Women by Fast Builder Limited offers effective workouts for beginners and those returning to fitness, but its value is severely diminished by aggressive paywalls and misleading free trial practices.

Free + in-app purchases seen up to $69.99 4.8★ lifetime (530,028) since 2014

This app provides well-structured workouts, especially for beginners, and offers variety in exercise types. However, a recent shift has placed most features behind a paywall, making the free version nearly unusable due to excessive ads and restricted content, and many users report being charged immediately for 'free' trials.

Free vs paid

The free version, which used to offer extensive workouts without ads, now severely restricts access, requiring users to watch 90-second ads before almost every workout, or even blocking access entirely without payment R2R4R62. Many users report that even previously saved free workouts are now paywalled R20. The paid subscription, while offering ad-free access and a wider range of workouts, is frequently criticized for its high price and issues with managing or canceling subscriptions R25R29.

Value complaints

  • Everything is behind a paywall, even previously free content, making the app unusable without payment.R2R4R20R62
  • Users are charged immediately for 'free trials' or billed unexpectedly, with difficulties canceling subscriptions or getting refunds.R7R25R26R29
  • The free version is plagued by excessively long (90-second) and unskippable ads that are difficult to close, sometimes preventing workouts from loading.R4R30R71R81
  • The app's pricing is considered outrageous or too expensive, especially for younger users or those on a budget.R4R9R748R375
  • Difficulty accessing paid subscriptions on other devices or after being logged out, with unresponsive customer support.R18R19R87R128

Where it delivers

  • The app offers well-designed, easy-to-follow workouts suitable for beginners and those returning to fitness.R6R15R16R17
  • It provides a variety of workout types, levels, and programs, including options for different focus areas like pilates, postpartum, and general fitness.R6R16R31R35
  • Users appreciate features like warm-ups, cool-downs, demonstrations, and the ability to customize workouts and connect music apps.R11R15R39R50
  • The app helps users stay motivated, achieve weight loss and toning goals, and offers a convenient alternative to gym memberships.R11R15R27R33
Worth paying if

It might be worth paying if you are a beginner looking for structured, easy-to-follow workouts and are willing to pay for an ad-free experience, provided you can successfully navigate the subscription process and avoid reported billing issues R21R15.

Skip / stay free if

Skip paying if you expect a truly free experience, are on a budget, or are wary of apps with aggressive monetization tactics and reported issues with free trials and subscription cancellations R2R7R25R29. Also skip if you prefer weighted exercises, as the app has limited options .

Evidence note: The lifetime rating of 4.8 from over 500k ratings is significantly higher than recent user sentiment, which is overwhelmingly negative regarding monetization changes and billing practices. Most positive reviews are general praise for the workouts themselves, often from users who remember the app before its monetization shift or who are new and haven't encountered the full extent of the paywalls yet.

Frequently asked

Is Workout for Women by Fast Builder Limited truly free?
No, despite being listed as 'Free', the app has implemented aggressive paywalls, requiring payment for most workouts and features, even those previously available for free R2R4R20R62. The 'free' experience is severely limited and often involves long, unskippable ads R30R71.
Are there issues with the free trial or subscriptions?
Yes, many users report being charged immediately for 'free trials' despite in-app assurances of no upfront cost, with charges ranging from $19.99 to $52.99 R7R26. Users also report difficulties canceling subscriptions, receiving unexpected charges after cancellation, and being unable to contact customer support for assistance R25R29R128.
What kind of workouts does the app offer?
The app offers a variety of well-structured workouts for different levels and goals, including full-body slim, pilates, wall pilates, fitness, and postpartum recovery, with demonstrations and warm-ups/cool-downs R6R15R21R31. However, some users note a lack of weighted exercises and repetitive content in newer daily workouts .
Does the app have ads?
Yes, the free version of the app features frequent and lengthy 90-second ads before almost every workout R4R30R71. Many users find these ads difficult to close, sometimes requiring force-quitting the app, and they can prevent workouts from starting R81.

What reviewers actually said

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  1. [R2] 1/5 · US capitalism ruined it: i used this app back in 2023 to lose weight i downloaded it back in 2026 EVERYTHING requires money , everything is behind a paywall.. why make a app free if you’re gonna do mini in-app purchases for everything.
  2. [R4] 1/5 · US Deleted after years of use: I used to LOVE this app. It allowed me to access work outs on my own time, in my own way. It was free forever, then recently required 90sec ads to do workouts, which was fine. All of a sudden I couldn’t access anything without paying an outrageous price. Apparently for them, money is more important than helping all people now. Used to be great, now is not at all.
  3. [R20] 1/5 · US Nothing but paywalls: Is there anything that is free on this app anymore?? Even workouts I had previously saved now ask you to pay. Ridiculous
  4. [R62] 1/5 · US No longer free: I used to love this app. I used it for 7 years. It used to be totally free without ads. Then they made some stuff subscription based. Then some stuff you could still get with ads. And now you can’t get anything without a subscription. Such a waste the way it changed
  5. [R7] 1/5 · US Free trial wasn’t free: I wanted to try the free trial, I was told in app that there would be no charge until the end of the free trial and you guys immediately charged me! Now there is just a charge pending and I can’t pay for it. I’d like the trial to be cancelled so I don’t get charged the 39.99! I’m broke as hell and this is just ruining my experience. I used to use this app for free all the t
  6. [R25] 1/5 · US Scam and expensive: Cancelled my subscription and then received not one but two charges in the same day totaling almost $100!!! Don’t do it! Not worth it.
  7. [R26] 3/5 · US Subscriptions: The is a good workout app but the only thing that i don’t like is that it said it was giving me a free subscription because it was my first time using this app, i get the subscription and its charged me 30 dollars idk if i did something wrong but warning, just stick to the free version and don’t be scammed like me 😭
  8. [R29] 1/5 · US Subscription: Cancelled subscription and still got charged for it. No spot in app to manage no place on website either. Went to contact support and every time I hit submit it would say the request couldn’t be submitted because it’s spam. Don’t get app it not free it will make you sign up for a subscription and not let you cancel it.
  9. [R30] 1/5 · US Free Version So Frustrating: I do not care if I have to watch ads but what I do care about is if I get a pop up screen with no continuation option only advertising the paid version. The workout is available with ads yet the interface traps you with their predatory ads.
  10. [R71] 1/5 · US Can’t exit ads: This app punishes you for not paying with ads that are extremely hard to get out of. 90 sec ads for 7 minute workouts then another 30 sec figuring out how to exit the ad. Why not just be a paid app and stop pretending to be free.
  11. [R81] 2/5 · US I loved it, but not anymore: I’ve been using this app for about 3 years, and I loved it. It was actually free with little to no annoying ads. I get it if they have to make you watch ads before each workout to make money, but they’re so excessively long, and hard to get out of. If you do it wrong, you have to watch the 90 sec long ad all over again. Not to mention, they limit your free use now. You
  12. [R9] 4/5 · US Cost: I get it life is not easy you have to pay for stuff but really? Why does it have to cost money I want a workout im under 18 no job how do I pay? Still the question were understandable seemed like it was really gonna help
  13. [R748] 3/5 · AU Overall great: I’ve been using this app since last week when I was called fat, I wasn’t fat, but I was definitely above average for my age. That’s when i downloaded this and it has been great. I do an exercise everyday and you don’t have to change anything in your diet. I’ve had it for almost a week and I love it. I think the payment plans are a bit much but still great.
  14. [R375] 3/5 · GB Love it but: Don’t get me wrong I love this app. The exercises are worth it and good but I deleted this app for about a year and came back on and almost all of the exercises are premium and a must pay for which is quite ridiculous because I’m not going to pay £19 a month for all exercises so may take it down a notch.
  15. [R18] 3/5 · US Great app, downloads impossible: This app and the workouts are great. Even with a paid subscription, you cannot download. No help or steps from online searches help.
  16. [R19] 3/5 · US Cannot access paid subscription: I was logged out of the app recently and cannot log back in to access my workouts and benefits of my paid subscription
  17. [R87] 1/5 · US Unable to access subscriptions: Unable to access paid subscription
  18. [R128] 1/5 · US No communication: Don’t get app! Rip off! You email them and they don’t get back to you ever!
  19. [R6] 5/5 · US Great workouts: I’m just starting and they have all types of exercises and all types of levels so u choose the one that’s best for you
  20. [R15] 5/5 · US The best!!: This app has everything you need to get in shape and be healthy. Very easy to follow good music and great workouts. Highly recommended.
  21. [R16] 5/5 · US Very good app: I am really enjoying this app… lots of different options.
  22. [R17] 5/5 · US Love this app!: Finally found an app that fits my workout needs!
  23. [R31] 5/5 · US Great app: Love the variety of the workouts and being able to choose different programs
  24. [R35] 5/5 · US Kendall Serage WFW Review: This workout app is probably the best option out there! It gives me so much motivation and excitement to get up and do the workouts in the morning. The best thing about it is that you can pick the type of workouts you want to focus on, whether it’s pilates, wall pilates, fitness, postpartum workouts, and more! Truly the best option.🫶🏻
  25. [R11] 5/5 · US Very good!: A very good app for motivation and everything, it’s fun to do for me at least, I love the warm ups and cool downs and demonstrations. Worth the money really.
  26. [R39] 5/5 · US Easy to follow along: Love the easy every day consistency. The daily quotes help me with my mental health and keep me motivated.
  27. [R50] 5/5 · US Awesome and Great Experience!: My first initial thought was this was just gonna be any other workout app I’ve downloaded before but it actually wasn’t the case at all! I really liked it overall and just the app itself is very helpful and easygoing. I liked how consistent the app is whenever it is time to get that daily workout in and how easy it is to customize and navigate your way through. The a
  28. [R27] 5/5 · US The Best Workout App in the World: Update, June 24, 2026 - I’ve been using this app for a while and I like it even more than when I started. One of the rare and fantastic things about the workouts is that they are genuinely well thought out, really nicely put together. It seems a person sat down and thought this through and put the exercises in the right order and the most beneficial exercises.
  29. [R33] 5/5 · US My #1.: Life changing. <3
  30. [R21] 5/5 · US Great for beginners: I’ve been off and on with the Sweat app but it’s a lot of dedication from the start. Workout for Women from home and gym it’s great for beginners and it’s not killer or time consuming. I can fit 20 min or less anytime in between my schedule. Works out aren’t out of this world and one can sustain it for beginners. Def recommend!

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