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Head-to-head

Fabletics vs Athleta

Fabletics 4.8★ · Free + IAP 60
Winner Athleta
Athleta 4.9★ · Free to download 75

Athleta is the better choice for a more reliable shopping experience and consistent product availability, despite some recent app glitches, while Fabletics struggles with app functionality and membership transparency.

Full reviews: Fabletics · Athleta

Fabletics offers comfortable, high-quality clothing but is plagued by persistent app issues, membership confusion, and stock shortages. Athleta, while experiencing recent app instability and changes to its rewards program, generally provides a more reliable shopping experience and well-regarded products.

Head to head

App Functionality & User Experience edge: AthletaR1R3R10R13
Fabletics Fabletics users frequently report severe issues with the app, including inability to log in R1R10R13, slow loading times R13, unresponsiveness , and constant pop-ups . Many find the browsing experience frustrating and inefficient R3, with some unable to see the home page or skip credits .
Athleta Athleta users generally find the app easy to use and good at updating accounts , but recent updates have caused significant problems, including the app not opening R64R78, freezing , and images not loading . Some users are frustrated by forced updates R73R76 and intrusive pop-ups for reviews .
Product Quality & Selection edge: AthletaR5R8R11R12
Fabletics Fabletics is praised for its comfortable R5R8R11, high-quality clothing that includes activewear, casual wear, and scrubs R5. However, a significant complaint is that desired items are frequently out of stock, especially in popular sizes R12R15R33R42.
Athleta Athleta is highly regarded for its excellent product quality and comfortable feel . Users appreciate the stylish designs and durability . Some wish for more petite and tall options , and broader sizing for certain styles .
Membership & Pricing Transparency edge: AthletaR4R7R9R19
Fabletics Fabletics' VIP membership is a major source of frustration, with users calling it a 'scam' R4 due to unexpected charges R25, hidden fees , and credits not fully covering costs R7R19. The monthly $70 charge R9R25R32 is problematic if users forget to skip a month, and credits can expire R32. There are also complaints about tariffs and additional taxes .
Athleta Athleta users express frustration over recent changes to the rewards program, where dollar amounts are now displayed as points, making it harder to understand their value . Some find sale banners misleading . There are no widespread complaints about hidden membership fees or unexpected charges, as Athleta does not operate on a subscription model like Fabletics.
Customer Service & Support edge: AthletaR9R25R30R32
Fabletics Fabletics customer service receives mixed reviews. Some users report positive experiences R9, but many face significant issues, including inability to cancel accounts R30, long hold times R25R30, and difficulty resolving credit issues R32.
Athleta Athleta customer service is mentioned in the context of specific issues, such as being unable to escalate complaints about purchase history or needing to cancel and reorder due to app errors . There are no widespread complaints about poor service quality or unresponsiveness.
Shipping & Inventory edge: AthletaR6R12R15R33
Fabletics Fabletics users complain about slow shipping, sometimes taking two weeks or longer R6. A major issue is that items are frequently out of stock in desired sizes R12R15R33R42.
Athleta Athleta users do not frequently mention shipping speed as a major issue, though some note having to wait for shipping when ordering petite sizes not available in-store . Inventory issues are less about being 'out of stock' and more about limited availability of specific sizes (petite, tall) or styles .
Pick Fabletics if

You prioritize finding good deals and sales on comfortable, high-quality activewear and don't mind navigating a potentially frustrating app experience and complex membership model R5R8.

Pick Athleta if

You value consistently high-quality, durable, and comfortable activewear and prefer a more straightforward shopping experience, even with recent app glitches and changes to the rewards program .

Evidence note: Fabletics reviews show a strong negative skew related to app functionality and membership issues, despite high lifetime ratings. Athleta's recent negative reviews are largely focused on temporary app glitches and changes to the rewards program, rather than fundamental product or service issues.

Frequently asked

What are the main complaints about the Fabletics membership?
The main complaints about the Fabletics VIP membership are unexpected $70 monthly charges if a user forgets to skip a month, credits not fully covering the cost of items, hidden fees, and credits expiring if not used within a year R4R7R19R25.
Are there issues with the Athleta app?
Yes, the Athleta app has experienced recent issues including not opening, freezing, images not loading, and forcing users into update loops R64R73R76R78.
Which app has better product availability?
Athleta generally has better product availability, though some users note limited options for specific sizes like petite or tall ; Fabletics users frequently report that desired items and sizes are consistently out of stock R12R15R33R42.

What reviewers actually said

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  1. [R1] Fabletics 1/5 · US can’t login: i’ve tried on different nights to log into my account, and nothing is helping. very disappointed.
  2. [R3] Fabletics 3/5 · US Love the clothes, hate the shopping experience: The browsing/scrolling shopping experience is extremely inefficient. Put all the same item options on the same detail page. Fix the “sort by” feature so it actually works. I love your products but browsing your app takes up way too much time and I end up checking out because I’m frustrated, not because I’m done!
  3. [R10] Fabletics 1/5 · US Disappointed: No matter how many times I try I cannot log in to the app. I get to the verification process enter the code that has been texted to me and then the thinking circle just goes on forever and eventually says error something went wrong
  4. [R13] Fabletics 1/5 · US TERRIBLE EXPERIENCE: Can’t sign into website Can’t sign into app Such a bad slow website and app
  5. [R5] Fabletics 5/5 · US Love it all!: I use Fabletics for all my workout threads, casual wear, AND their scrubs for my long shifts in the ICU. I love how they make me look and how they make me feel.
  6. [R8] Fabletics 5/5 · US fabletics better than anything!: most comfortable clothing very easy to move around!
  7. [R11] Fabletics 5/5 · US RN: My most comfortable active wear on a daily basis
  8. [R12] Fabletics 3/5 · US Always out of stock: Love the clothing, but when I find something I love it’s almost always out of stock in my size.
  9. [R4] Fabletics 1/5 · US Scam: Cool stuff but their membership is a scam.
  10. [R7] Fabletics 1/5 · US Fees: I don’t agree with bundle deals saying the credit covers the cost then at checkout, requiring me to pay a difference for the amount my credit doesn’t cover.
  11. [R9] Fabletics 3/5 · US Sneaky up charges: I really love the clothes. Especially when it comes to anything outside of gym clothes. I’m able to dress nice for a reasonable price as a member. Customer service is usually pretty great as well. However, I noticed something questionable recently.. I paid my normal $70 members fee. Decided to get a pair of swim shorts and a cabana shirt. I noticed that without using the member
  12. [R19] Fabletics 2/5 · US credit doesn’t cover it all: your VIP credit doesn’t cover the full cost out the door - you’ll still have to pay more once your check out. maybes it’s in the fine print who knows - i didn’t
  13. [R25] Fabletics 2/5 · US Scam App: The app charged me a random charge for a “membership token” of $70 after I made a purchase a few weeks ago. And it won’t let me delete my card off my account or delete the account at all. Don’t buy from the website because they will keep your card on file. I’ve been on hold with customer service for an hour.
  14. [R30] Fabletics 1/5 · US No customer service: I attempted to cancel my account. You continue to take money out of my account monthly and and have received no credits in my account. I attempted to call and it said there were 20,000 people waiting in line ahead of me. You owe me money for all the months I was charged and received nothing.
  15. [R32] Fabletics 2/5 · US VIP program is deceitful: The VIP program charges you $69 per credit if you forget to skip a month in the 3 days you have to do so. If you don’t use the credits within a year, they fall off. So you get NOTHING for your $69. You can call customer service and after they guilt you for wanting your credit that you PAID for restored, they do so reluctantly. Ask again and your browbeaten. If that’s no
  16. [R6] Fabletics 3/5 · US Good: Great deals. Sometimes materials don’t match to sizes. Also, takes longer than advertised to get to you. I wish shipping would be faster. Literally takes 2 was sometimes longer to get here. Other than that, no biggie.
  17. [R15] Fabletics 3/5 · GB Okay…: Gym wear is good but there is never any sizes in any of the bundle. Makes it impossible to get anything.
  18. [R33] Fabletics 5/5 · US Extremely disappointed with new offer: I remember why I left Fabletics for years now. Absolutely everything I wanted was out of stock in small and medium, and I checked many, many different items. It felt like a lot of my time was wasted.
  19. [R64] Athleta 2/5 · US App stopped working this week??: Not sure what’s going on but the app stopped working this week and I can’t shop…
  20. [R73] Athleta 1/5 · US Infuriating: It makes me absolutely irritated that every single time try to use this app there’s a new required update. Get it together.
  21. [R76] Athleta 1/5 · US Need an update workaround: Usually love this app! Cant get around an update loop, though; don’t want to jump an iOS update.
  22. [R78] Athleta 3/5 · US Ugh: App got updated and now not working 🤔
  23. [R42] Fabletics 2/5 · US Options: They are always out of options making bundles ridiculous

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