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By Jens Skott, Level 3 PT · Published 7 Jun 2026 · Updated 9 Jun 2026

Best Hevy Alternatives in 2026

The best Hevy alternatives in 2026 are LastLift (fastest logging, no account), Strong (polished all-rounder), StrengthLog (best free tier), Boostcamp (best for structured programs), Setgraph (best for progression charts), and FitNotes (free on Android). Which one fits depends on why Hevy stopped working for you.

Hevy is one of the best workout trackers around — 13 million athletes, a generous free tier, and a social community have made it the default for millions of lifters. But “built for everyone” means it has grown heavier over time. If you find yourself scrolling past features you do not use just to log a set, you might be looking for a Hevy alternative. Here are the best ones in 2026, compared honestly.

Why switch from Hevy?

Common reasons lifters look elsewhere:

• Too many features. You only want to log sets and see last week’s numbers — the feed, the analytics, and the social layer get in the way.
• You want it faster. Fewer taps from “open app” to “set saved” — see how the fastest trackers compare.
• No ads. Hevy’s free tier shows ads; you would rather pay a little and see none.
• No account or social feed. You would rather keep training private than share it.
• Free-tier limits. Hevy caps free users at 4 routines and 7 custom exercises — a real limit for lifters running multiple programs.

The best Hevy alternatives

1. LastLift — best for minimalists who want speed

LastLift strips the workout tracker down to its core job: show what you lifted last session, log the next set in about three seconds, done. One screen, no onboarding, no social feed, no account — just private iCloud sync and nothing else to get in the way. If Hevy feels like more app than you need, this is the opposite end of the spectrum. 14-day free trial, then $3.99/month or $29.99/year, with a $49.99 lifetime option. (See how it works.)

2. Strong — best polished all-rounder

Strong has been a long-time favourite for its fast, clean logging and clear last-session display. The free tier is limited to 3 routines, which pushes most intermediate lifters to upgrade, but the core experience is excellent. Premium is $4.99/month or $29.99/year, with a $99.99 lifetime option. Includes a full Apple Watch companion app. (See our Strong alternatives guide.)

3. StrengthLog — best free tier

StrengthLog offers one of the most complete free tiers in the space: unlimited workout logging, 450+ exercise library, personal records, training calculators (1RM, warm-up, Wilks/IPF points), and body measurements — all at no cost and with no ads. The free version genuinely covers most lifters’ needs. Premium ($5.99/month or $47.88/year) adds 200+ training programs, advanced analytics, and RPE/RIR logging. Available on iOS, Android, and Apple Watch (Watch app launched in 2025).

4. Boostcamp — best for structured programs

If the reason you use Hevy is the program library rather than social features, Boostcamp is worth a look. Its free tier includes over 11,000 workout programs — a curated library of evidence-based splits from trusted coaches and communities, including nSuns 5/3/1, GZCLP, and various powerlifting and bodybuilding templates. The tracker itself is solid: RPE/RIR fields, rest timers, supersets, and plate calculator, all free. Boostcamp Pro ($14.99/month or $59.99/year) adds a Strength Score, muscle heatmaps, and exclusive coach programs. Available on iOS and Android.

5. Setgraph — best for progression analytics

If the part of Hevy you valued was the analytics, Setgraph has the deepest set-by-set progression tracking of any app here. Its core UX shows real-time comparisons — percentage improvements in reps, weight per rep, and total volume vs. your last session, displayed as you log. Apple Watch support included. Free tier is limited to 5 workouts; Pro is $4.99/month. Available on iOS and Android.

6. FitNotes — best free option (Android)

On Android, FitNotes is free, dead simple, and trusted by a loyal community of minimalist lifters. No ads, no subscription, no account required. The downside: it is Android-first and rarely updated. iOS users have FitNotes 2 (a third-party app, not the original developer), which offers a free tier for up to 12 saved workouts and a paid unlock at $1.99/month or $14.99/year.

Quick comparison

Prices reflect App Store listings in 2026 and can change — always check the current listing before subscribing.

For a side-by-side look at seven apps including JEFIT, Stronglifts 5×5, and Setgraph, see the full comparison table.

Which should you pick?

• You want the simplest, fastest tracker on iPhone with no account: LastLift.
• You want a polished all-rounder with a mature Apple Watch app: Strong.
• You want the best free tier with no ads: StrengthLog.
• You want evidence-based programs built in: Boostcamp.
• You love data and set-by-set analytics: Setgraph.
• You are on Android and want completely free: FitNotes (Android original).

Hevy earns its popularity — but if your honest answer to “what do I actually use?” is “logging sets and checking last week,” a focused app will feel faster every session. Try LastLift free for 14 days.

Frequently asked questions

Beat last week — on your iPhone

LastLift is the fastest way to log a gym set: see your last session, log the next in three seconds. 14-day free trial, no account.