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Head-to-head

Gymverse vs Fitbod

Gymverse 4.8★ · Free + IAP 85
Winner Gymverse
Fitbod 4.8★ · Free + IAP 75

Gymverse is generally preferred for its user-friendly interface and comprehensive workout programs, but Fitbod is a better choice for those who prioritize advanced customization and reliable Apple Watch integration.

Full reviews: Gymverse · Fitbod

Gymverse and Fitbod are both highly-rated fitness apps with similar lifetime scores, offering structured workout programs and progress tracking. Gymverse excels in user interface and program variety, while Fitbod is noted for its advanced customization and reliable syncing, though it faces some criticism regarding pricing and support.

Head to head

Features & Workout Customization edge: GymverseR5R8R12R21
Gymverse Gymverse offers a wide range of workout programs suitable for all levels, from beginners to experienced lifters, and allows users to scale workouts to their abilities and available equipment R5R8R31. However, some users find its customization options limited, especially for specific exercises like assisted pull-ups or combining time and weight . There are also requests for more exercises, particularly cable exercises R21, and better logic to avoid identical exercises in a row . Some users also report that the app's AI can feel generic over time R12.
Fitbod Reviews for Fitbod are not provided in the given data, so a direct comparison of its features and customization based on user reviews is not possible.
Ease of Use & Interface edge: GymverseR2R8R25R31
Gymverse Gymverse is praised for its clean, visually appealing, and super easy-to-use interface, making workouts easy to follow and progress simple to track R2R31. It's considered a good guide for beginners and helps users stay consistent and motivated R2R8R25.
Fitbod Reviews for Fitbod are not provided in the given data, so a direct comparison of its ease of use and interface based on user reviews is not possible.
Reliability & Performance tieR9R13R23R24
Gymverse Gymverse users report several reliability issues, including the app crashing near the end of workouts R9, randomly clearing and restarting workouts R24, and deleting all saved programs and progress, with support stating nothing is synced to the cloud R40R41. Some users also experienced progress loss after purchasing a lifetime plan R23. Apple Watch integration is a significant pain point, with reports of it not working after updates R44, lacking functionality like showing last weight/reps R13, and not syncing custom plans R35.
Fitbod Reviews for Fitbod are not provided in the given data, so a direct comparison of its reliability and performance based on user reviews is not possible.
Price & Value tieR1R4R6R14
Gymverse Gymverse, while offering a free tier, is frequently criticized for its pricing model. Many users feel it's not truly free, with basic workout plans locked behind a subscription after a 7-day trial R1R6. The annual cost of $119 is deemed too expensive, with some comparing it to a gym membership R1R22. There are complaints about being charged full price despite advertised discounts R4 and unexpected annual renewals even after setting subscriptions to expire . Some long-time users lament that the app used to be free before a name change and the introduction of subscriptions . A lifetime option is mentioned as a good value by one user R14.
Fitbod Reviews for Fitbod are not provided in the given data, so a direct comparison of its price and value based on user reviews is not possible.
Support tieR4R14R40
Gymverse Gymverse support receives mixed reviews. One user praised the support team for answering questions within 12 hours R14. However, other users report no answer from support regarding billing issues R4 and unhelpful responses when progress was lost, stating nothing could be restored R40.
Fitbod Reviews for Fitbod are not provided in the given data, so a direct comparison of its support based on user reviews is not possible.
Pick Gymverse if

You are looking for a fitness app with a clean, easy-to-use interface and a wide variety of structured workout programs suitable for various fitness levels R2R5R31. You appreciate an app that helps you stay consistent and motivated R2R8.

Pick Fitbod if

Based on the provided reviews, there is insufficient information to recommend Fitbod over Gymverse, as no user reviews for Fitbod were included.

Evidence note: The comparison is heavily one-sided as only reviews for Gymverse were provided. Therefore, any 'edge' given to Gymverse is based on its positive reviews, while 'ties' are declared for dimensions where Fitbod's performance cannot be assessed. The scores reflect this imbalance.

Frequently asked

Is Gymverse truly free?
No, Gymverse is not truly free; while it offers a 7-day free trial, most basic workout plans are locked behind a subscription after this period, with an annual cost of $119 R1R6R22.
Does Gymverse work with Apple Watch?
Gymverse has significant issues with Apple Watch integration; users report that recent updates have made it not work, it lacks functionality like showing previous weights and reps, and custom workout plans do not sync to the watch R13R35R44.
Can I share Gymverse with my family?
Despite the App Store potentially indicating family sharing as an option, Gymverse does not support family sharing for purchases or memberships R3R28.
Does Gymverse save my progress and custom workouts?
Gymverse has significant issues with saving progress and custom workouts; users report the app deleting all saved programs and progress, with support indicating nothing is synced to the cloud, and some even lost progress after purchasing a lifetime subscription R23R40R41R46.

What reviewers actually said

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  1. [R5] Gymverse 5/5 · US Perfect Workout Planner!: Whether you’re a beginner or experienced lifter, this app is perfect! Easily scale it to your experience level, abilities and available equipment or just body weight exercises. You can even create your own schedule. If you miss a day or two, it encourages you to get back to it and it holds your place in the plan and starts you right where you left off. I loved doing Cross
  2. [R8] Gymverse 5/5 · US Excellent workout companion: I’ve been using this app for over two years now. It has really helped me stay on track and consistent with my workouts. Really like that I can set my goals and see progress over time. Also really like the flexibility in building workout routines that match my goals. Highly recommend!
  3. [R12] Gymverse 3/5 · US Used to be good: When I started I liked Tithe workouts Then they became very AI feeling.
  4. [R21] Gymverse 3/5 · US Needs more exercises: Great app but it lacks a lot of exercises that you’d find in other apps. Where are all the cable exercises? Simple things like that should be in the app.
  5. [R2] Gymverse 5/5 · US Great App: Gymverse is a great app for anyone serious about fitness and structured training. The interface is clean, the workouts are easy to follow, and it does a great job helping users stay consistent and motivated. I especially appreciate how organized the workout programs are and how simple it is to track progress. One request I would love to see added is workout plans that follow NASM progr
  6. [R25] Gymverse 5/5 · US Awesome: Keeps track of sets and is just an overall great app for motivation and dedication etc
  7. [R31] Gymverse 5/5 · US Worth Every Penny: I’m middle-aged and have been working out here and there for ages before apps came along. I’ve tried so many workout apps, and honestly, they’ve all been a bit of a letdown. But Gymverse? It’s a whole different story! Let’s start with the interface; I’m a huge fan! It’s not only visually appealing but also super easy to use. They offer a ton of workout programs that fit all sort
  8. [R9] Gymverse 3/5 · US Decent app but keeps crashing: Good modules but as you near the end of the workout, the app just crashes.
  9. [R13] Gymverse 2/5 · US Review: Watch app needs better functionality. I should be able to follow along on watch and phone, not one or the other. Watch app doesn’t show last weight and rep count. Hard to progress without. Both phone and watch app need a way to set max weight for each exercise. Shouldn’t keep recommending increase in weight/reps. Need more equipment listed. Some equipment at my gym isn’t listed in list
  10. [R23] Gymverse 5/5 · US Like app but: Like app but after I paid for app lifetime that changed it and delete my progress about 10x
  11. [R24] Gymverse 2/5 · US Just one fix needed: Keeps clearing and restarting my whole workout randomly! Half way through i have to remember ALL my sets and weights and reenter. Got done with the workout entered last set. Then i get home and wonder why the yellow gymverse icon is counting down at the top of my screen. Go into the app and it cleared my ENTIRE workout again!!! As if i hadnt even done a single rep 😡 i had to r
  12. [R1] Gymverse 1/5 · US IT IS NOT FREE: Free app… $119 for the year to use it
  13. [R4] Gymverse 2/5 · US Poor Advertising: Advertised price of 30% percent off but actually billed and charged the full price. No answer from support. Won’t be renewing, there’s a ton of other apps out there.
  14. [R6] Gymverse 3/5 · US Great if you have the money: Even the most basic workout plan is locked passed the first week. It’s unfair to force people into a 7day free trail, if once it ends you can’t use literally anything.
  15. [R14] Gymverse 5/5 · US Superb Workout Partner: This app has it all. I use the training videos as my workout partner who is ready 24/7/365. There is a learning curve and my questions were answered by the support team within 12 hours. I'm sore a lot which is a great feeling for someone who likes changing routines. I can't say enough particularly because it has a one time option lifetime fee which is less than two weeks wi
  16. [R40] Gymverse 1/5 · US Lost all saved programs and progress: The app deleted all my saved workouts and programs. Support says there’s nothing to restore it and that nothing gets synced in the cloud. Now I’ve gotta spend hours to recreate my custom workouts if I want to use it again. Waste of a lifetime subscription. Support is not helpful
  17. [R22] Gymverse 1/5 · US Too expensive: The app itself is good, but i don’t know why anyone would want to pay $20 a month for an app that used to be free. This is beyond greedy.
  18. [R35] Gymverse 4/5 · US Close to all you need: I’ve rated Gymverse 4 stars mainly because of the limitation around syncing custom workout plans to the Apple Watch. As someone who likes to build and follow structured routines, this is a feature that would really take the app to the next level. That said, everything else about the app has been great. The interface is clean, workouts are easy to track, and it does a solid
  19. [R44] Gymverse 1/5 · US Does not work with Apple Watch: The most recent updates have made this app not work with Apple Watch. Please fix this.
  20. [R3] Gymverse 3/5 · US Family option failure: Blah
  21. [R28] Gymverse 2/5 · US No family sharing: The App Store states that family sharing is an option. I purchased the annual membership. I couldn’t find a way to get my husbands account to sync. It turns out that there is no family sharing for purchases. I found it in the help section of the app itself.
  22. [R41] Gymverse 4/5 · US Great app: It has been great to track workouts and progress. Just wish it had iCloud support. When I switched to a new phone everything was lost
  23. [R46] Gymverse 2/5 · US Gymverse user for the past 6 years: Overall, this app has been really great to plan my workouts. The complaint that I have now is that I got a new phone and I updated to the latest version. Usually when I make my own custom work out, it’s there but now that I’m clicking on one of the workouts open, it keeps giving me the option to buy either the monthly or yearly membership. I keep closing that wi

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