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Head-to-head

MadMuscles vs Fitbod

MadMuscles 4.4★ · Free + IAP 60
Winner Fitbod
Fitbod 4.8★ · Free + IAP 80

Fitbod is the better choice for most users due to its more consistent workout generation, robust tracking, and long-term user satisfaction, despite both apps facing similar issues with subscription transparency and customer service.

Full reviews: MadMuscles · Fitbod

Fitbod offers more consistent and customizable workout generation, with users praising its effectiveness for long-term fitness goals. MadMuscles provides personal coaching and effective workouts but struggles with app functionality, misleading pricing, and poor customer support.

Head to head

Features and Workout Quality edge: FitbodR5R8R9R10
MadMuscles MadMuscles users appreciate the effectiveness of its workouts, with some finding them challenging and motivating, especially for specific goals like weight gain or military calisthenics R8. The app also offers personal coaching, which some users find very beneficial R5. However, several users report issues with the app's functionality, such as videos not streaming to a bigger screen, lack of full-screen mode, unsynced audio, and unclear exercise demonstrations R9R10R15. Some also find the workouts too difficult for beginners or older individuals, despite mentioning their condition R18R21R36R45.
Fitbod Fitbod is praised for its ability to generate varied workouts, track progress, and adapt to available equipment, making it effective for both gym and home use . Users appreciate not having to plan their workouts and seeing results . Some users, including certified personal trainers, consider it a highly effective and valuable tool . However, some recent reviews indicate glitches, repetitive routines, and issues with workout generation, such as combining max effort with heavy lifting or not providing enough rest between exercises . There are also complaints about the app's inability to account for injuries or provide full-body workouts in a single session .
Ease of Use and Customization edge: FitbodR9R11R15R21
MadMuscles MadMuscles is described as easy to use for following premade workouts R11. However, users report difficulties with basic functionalities like casting videos to a larger screen, lack of full-screen mode, and issues with chat support R9R15. Some users also find the initial explanation videos too fast for beginners and that the app doesn't allow skipping ahead in programs or tracking progress across different workout styles R21.
Fitbod Fitbod is praised for its ease of use in tracking workouts and its flexibility in customizing profiles and preferences, including equipment availability . However, recent updates have made customization more difficult, with users missing the ability to quickly select muscle groups or finding the app pushing them into guided workouts . Some users also report glitches, crashes, and issues with the app resetting profiles and erasing history . There are also requests for more features like weekly editable plans, notes for machine settings, and better progressive overload options .
Price and Value tieR1R3R7R13
MadMuscles MadMuscles users frequently complain about misleading pricing, unexpected charges, and difficulty canceling subscriptions R1R3R7R13. Many feel ripped off, with charges ranging from $50 to $90 for services they didn't authorize or trials that automatically converted to expensive subscriptions. Some users also mention being bombarded with pop-ups and sneaky extras R16.
Fitbod Fitbod also faces significant criticism regarding its pricing model, with many users feeling misled by its 'free' designation, only to encounter mandatory subscriptions or automatic charges after a trial period R64. Charges reported range from $69.99 to $100 per year. Despite these complaints, many long-term users express that the app is 'worth every cent' and a great value for the results and accountability it provides .
Customer Support and Reliability tieR7R9R16R25
MadMuscles MadMuscles users report extremely poor customer service, with complaints about being denied refunds, inability to contact coaches when chats crash, and difficulty canceling subscriptions R9R16R25. Several users describe the company as a 'rip off' or 'scam' due to unauthorized charges and unhelpful support R7R16R25.
Fitbod Fitbod users also report significant issues with customer support, particularly regarding subscription cancellations and unwanted charges . Some mention that the app keeps attempting payments even after cancellation attempts. There are also complaints about a lack of attention to feedback or feature requests . However, some users note that the app provides instructions on how to cancel, even if it takes extra steps .
Pick MadMuscles if

You are looking for a program with personal coaching and don't mind potential app glitches or navigating customer service issues, and you find the workout content specifically appealing R5.

Pick Fitbod if

You want a highly customizable workout generator that adapts to your equipment and goals, provides long-term tracking, and you are willing to commit to a paid subscription, understanding that there might be occasional glitches or recent changes in app functionality .

Evidence note: Both apps have a significant number of negative reviews related to subscription practices and customer service, which skews recent ratings. For MadMuscles, the negative reviews are heavily focused on billing issues and poor app functionality. For Fitbod, while billing complaints are present, a strong base of long-term, satisfied users balances this out, indicating a more robust core product despite recent update issues.

Frequently asked

How much do MadMuscles and Fitbod cost?
Both MadMuscles and Fitbod are 'Free + IAP' apps, but many users report unexpected charges after trials, with MadMuscles users citing charges around $50-$90 R7R25R55 and Fitbod users reporting charges of $69.99 to $100 per year R64.
Do MadMuscles or Fitbod offer free trials?
Both apps claim to offer free trials, but many users of both MadMuscles and Fitbod report that these trials automatically convert to paid subscriptions, often with charges they did not anticipate or authorize, and without clear cancellation options R1R3R16R55.
Are the workouts in MadMuscles and Fitbod suitable for beginners?
MadMuscles workouts can be challenging, with some users finding them too difficult for beginners or older individuals, and initial explanation videos being too fast R18R21R36R45. Fitbod is generally adaptable to skill levels, but some users report that the app underestimates their capabilities or that workout generation needs improvement for progressive overload .

What reviewers actually said

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  1. [R5] MadMuscles 5/5 · US The positive reinforcement I need: My coach, Chris, is an uplifting, kind & dedicated trainer who is very knowledgeable & passionate about fitness & nutrition. He is a dynamic coach & a joy to work with. He has a great way of being direct & patient.
  2. [R8] MadMuscles 5/5 · US TheAntiCommie: Very effective app. Enjoying it very much. Like having my own personal digital band
  3. [R9] MadMuscles 3/5 · US Good App: Good App, but it would be better if the videos could be streamed to a bigger screen via AirPlay. Also, it would be helpful if clients could start new chats with coaches, because at random times chats crash and we as clients don’t have any other means of contacting coaches to let them know that the current chat thread has crashed and no longer working.
  4. [R10] MadMuscles 2/5 · US Not synced: Voice hardly matches what the person is doing. Makes it somewhat confusing to follow.
  5. [R11] MadMuscles 5/5 · US Love these workouts: This app is extremely easy to use. They have workouts premade for you. You just have to follow them and it's very good.
  6. [R15] MadMuscles 3/5 · US Good context/App sucks: Content is great, or good enough that I’m comfortable changing my 8 years of lifting to this style workouts. Problem is the app and its functionality. Never full screens, on any of my devices.
  7. [R21] MadMuscles 3/5 · US Initial explanation video is 2 fast: Exercise is good but the video is too fast to beginners understand first time.
  8. [R1] MadMuscles 1/5 · US Don’t buy this: Do not get this app. It is very misleading. There is no free trial. They charge you anyway find these workouts online yourself for free.
  9. [R3] MadMuscles 3/5 · US I only wanted 1 month. No more: I didn’t want to renew. I only wanted one month trial.
  10. [R7] MadMuscles 1/5 · US Rip Off: Complete rip off. Changed my card $50 for something I never signed up for.
  11. [R13] MadMuscles 1/5 · US Good exercises, bad company: If they wouldn’t lie upfront that this is a monthly subscription I would give it a five star review
  12. [R16] MadMuscles 1/5 · US Beware!: Curious to signed up for trial. When creating account you get bombarded with pop up’s and options. I clicked on one that signed me up for meal planning. Realized it when I saw $60 charge. I immediately contacted them to ask it be taken off but was repeatedly told no. Horrible customer service and all around scammy.
  13. [R25] MadMuscles 1/5 · US Stay away save your money useless: I had a very disappointing experience with MadMuscles. I signed up because I was told I would only be charged $10. Instead, I was unexpectedly charged $90. I contacted customer support multiple times by email to explain the situation and request a refund. After a long back-and-forth, they refused to issue a full refund and only offered me $30 back. I feel the p
  14. [R55] MadMuscles 1/5 · US Scam: $69.99 after the trial period in the smallest writing you can imagine. Ridiculous
  15. [R64] Fitbod 1/5 · US Do not use this app unless you wanna get charged with a $100 dollar subscription: I wanted to try the app out so I used the free subscription then after a week it automatically charged 100 bucks for a year. All I want is a refund. Terrible app 0/10 I wouldn’t recommend unless you’d want to get automatically charged.😠
  16. [R18] MadMuscles 3/5 · US Good work out if I was 30 years younger.: It's a bit too difficult for a 55 year old man. Who's knees and back is not a great condition. I mentioned this in the questions.
  17. [R36] MadMuscles 3/5 · US Deep exercise: I am not ready for this kind of exercise and i enjoyed the chair exercise much pleasure than this MAD exercise.
  18. [R45] MadMuscles 3/5 · GB First timer: Bloody hell that was hard Day two. How weak can a core be? Will feel good once I get my breath back.

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