FitForge vs Hevy: a fair comparison (2026)
Hevy has built a beautiful mobile app. FitForge is web-first and adaptive. Here's an honest comparison — they're different products for different people.
Quick answer
FitForge is the free alternative to Hevy for people who want adaptive workouts + macro tracking. Hevy is the best mobile workout tracker for people who want a beautiful, social app. They're different products for different people.
What Hevy does well
Hevy has built a strong app:
- ✅ Beautiful mobile UI — clean, fast, modern
- ✅ Social features — friends, feed, kudos
- ✅ Pre-built programs (Hevy Coach)
- ✅ Apple Watch + Wear OS support
- ✅ Active development — frequent updates
- ✅ Strong community — Discord, Reddit, etc.
If Hevy works for you, don't switch. It's a beautiful app.
What Hevy doesn't do (where FitForge comes in)
| Feature | Hevy | FitForge |
|---|---|---|
| Adaptive workouts (auto-progress + auto-deload) | ❌ Static programs | ✅ Yes |
| Macros that rotate by training day | ❌ No | ✅ Yes |
| Streak without freeze days | ⚠️ Freeze days | ✅ Yes |
| Web app (desktop) | ❌ Mobile only | ✅ Yes (PWA) |
| CSV export (your data is yours) | ⚠️ Paid only | ✅ Yes (free) |
| Meal planning + nutrition tracking | ❌ No | ✅ Yes |
| Free tier that lasts | ⚠️ 1 routine max | ✅ 50 workouts + 30 meal days |
| Macro tracking by training intensity | ❌ No | ✅ Yes |
When FitForge is the better choice
You should switch from Hevy to FitForge if you:
- Want adaptive programs that learn from you. Hevy has pre-built programs. FitForge has programs that adapt to your actual lifts.
- Track macros and want them to match training intensity. Hevy doesn't do nutrition. FitForge rotates macros by training day (high-carb push, low-carb rest).
- Use a desktop at the gym or work. Hevy is mobile-only. FitForge is a PWA — works in any device with a browser.
- Want your data portable. FitForge has CSV export in the free tier. Hevy locks export behind paid.
- Prefer a web-first design. Hevy's strength is mobile. FitForge is web-first, installable as an app on any device.
When Hevy is the better choice
You should stick with Hevy if you:
- Love the social features — friends feed, kudos, following
- Use Apple Watch as your primary gym device
- Want a polished mobile-only app — Hevy's iOS app is gorgeous
- Have a paid Hevy subscription ($9.99/mo) and don't want to switch
- Prefer pre-built programs (Hevy Coach) over adaptive ones
Honest take: different strengths
| Hevy's strength | FitForge's strength |
|---|---|
| Mobile UI polish | Adaptive programs |
| Social feed | Macro tracking |
| Apple Watch integration | Web app (any device) |
| Community / friends | Solo-focused (private) |
| Pre-built programs | Custom adaptive programs |
If you want a community-driven mobile app → Hevy.
If you want an adaptive web-first system → FitForge.
The pricing comparison
| Tier | Hevy | FitForge |
|---|---|---|
| Free tier | 1 routine max | 50 workouts + 30 meal days |
| Pro monthly | $9.99 / mo | $9 / mo |
| Pro annual | $29.99 / yr | $79 / yr |
| Lifetime | $69.99 one-time | $249 one-time |
Hevy is cheaper at every paid tier. If price matters most, Hevy wins.
FitForge's free tier is more generous — 50 workouts vs Hevy's 1 routine.
Migration: how to switch from Hevy to FitForge
- Export your Hevy data (Settings → Export → CSV)
- Sign up at fitforgehq.com (free, takes 60 sec)
- Import your workouts (Settings → Import → Hevy CSV format)
- Pick your level (beginner / intermediate / advanced)
- Start your first 7-day program
Time to migrate: ~15 min.
Bottom line
Don't switch if Hevy is working for you. The mobile app is great.
Switch if you want:
- Adaptive workouts (the #1 thing FitForge does that Hevy doesn't)
- Macro tracking that rotates by training day
- A web app that works on any device
- Better free tier (50 workouts vs 1 routine)
Try FitForge free: fitforgehq.com
FAQ
Is FitForge a Hevy clone?
No. Hevy is mobile-first, social, pre-built programs. FitForge is web-first, solo, adaptive programs. Different products.
Can I use both?
Sure. Many users log lifts in Hevy (mobile) and use FitForge for adaptive programs + macros on desktop.
Is FitForge better for powerlifting?
Yes. FitForge's adaptive progression works well for powerlifting (auto-deload when you stall, auto-progression when you crush). Hevy's pre-built programs don't adapt to your actual numbers.
Will I lose my Hevy friends / kudos?
Yes. FitForge doesn't have social features. This is by design — FitForge is solo-focused, no community pressure.
Is FitForge better for home workouts?
Yes. FitForge filters routines by equipment (home vs gym). Hevy has home workouts but doesn't filter by equipment as cleanly.
Last updated: August 4, 2026. Honest comparison — we built FitForge, so we're biased. But we tried to be fair.