Helthy vs Strong
Strong is a clean, focused lifting log that has been around for years. Helthy logs your workouts just as simply, and adds nutrition tracking and an AI coach.
Side by side
| Helthy | Strong | |
|---|---|---|
| Unlimited free workout logging | ✓ | ✓ |
| Saved routines on the free plan | 4 | 3 |
| Apple Watch app | Yes (set logging with Pro) | ✓ |
| Calorie and macro tracking | ✓ | — |
| AI photo meal logging | ✓ | — |
| AI coach and AI-built programs | Pro | — |
| Premium price | $4.99/mo or $24.99/yr | $4.99/mo or $29.99/yr, lifetime available |
Checked September 2026 against each app's US App Store listing and website. Prices and features change, so check the store listing before you buy.
Where Helthy is better
- Food tracking and AI photo logging in the same app as your training.
- An AI coach and AI-built programs based on your real sessions.
- A cheaper yearly plan: $24.99 against $29.99.
Where Strong is better
- A very focused, minimal logger if you never want to track food.
- Built-in plate and warm-up calculators, and a lifetime purchase option.
- More than a hundred thousand App Store ratings over many years.
The verdict
Pick Strong if you want a pure lifting log and nothing else. Pick Helthy if you want your workouts, food and an AI coach together, for less per year.
Helthy vs Strong questions
Is Strong free?
Strong's free version saves unlimited workouts but limits you to 3 custom routines. Strong PRO removes the limit. Helthy's free plan allows 4 saved workouts, plus free nutrition tracking.
Does Strong track calories?
No. Strong is a workout logger only. Helthy tracks both workouts and nutrition.
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Strong is a trademark of Strong Fitness PTE Ltd. Helthy is not affiliated with or endorsed by Strong.
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