FitMate.co vs Strong

Strong is a workout log and nothing else. FitMate.co logs sets just as easily, and also builds your plan and counts your calories.

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As of October 20, 2026

FitMate.co: dumbbell bench press — a set of 8 × 32.5, previous workout 8 × 30, and a weight chart

In short

Strong is a training-only app: the free version allows up to 3 custom routines, and body part measurements and all charts are in Strong PRO. It has no diet features and no plan built for you. FitMate.co has a set log with your previous result per set, custom workouts and all body measurements on Free, a workout plan, calories from a photo and an import of your whole Strong history.

What you get for free

The free versions, side by side.

FreeFitMate.co FreeStrong (free)
Log of sets, reps and weightYesYes
Custom routinesYes, on FreeUp to 3
Body part measurementsYesPRO only
Workout planYesNone — custom routines only
Calorie counting4 photos and 4 descriptions a day, barcode scannerNone

Feature comparison

FeatureFitMate.coStrong
Diet and caloriesPhoto, description, barcode scanner, food databaseNone
Plan built for youYes, personalized AI plan on ProNo — custom routines and known programs
Sets, reps, weightWith your previous result per setYes
Set tags and drop setsYesYes
AI progress reviewFitBanana review (limited on Free)Not found
Body part measurementsFreeOn PRO
History importFrom Strong, Hevy and CSVCSV export
Apple WatchSets, calories, waterStandalone app
Rest timer, RPE, plate calculatorTime since last set; no RPE or calculatorYes
LanguagesEnglish, PolishEnglish and 10 more (no Polish on iOS)

Prices change often and depend on the store, so we do not compare them.

Which one to pick

FitMate.co, if you

  • want your diet and training in one app,
  • want a plan built for your goal, days and equipment,
  • want more than 3 custom routines and body part measurements without paying,
  • want to bring your whole Strong history with you.

Strong, if you

  • do not count calories, and use RPE and a plate calculator every session,
  • train with just your Apple Watch, without your phone.

Switching from Strong

Export your Strong data to a CSV file and import it in FitMate.co. Exercises, sets, weights and dates come along, and your progress charts include workouts from before the switch. Import is available on Free.

Sources

Information about other apps comes from their official websites, help centers and store listings, checked on October 20, 2026. Features and prices change — if something is out of date, write to contact@fitmate.co and we will fix it.

Common questions.

Can I move my workout history from another app?

Yes. FitMate.co imports workout history from Strong and Hevy export files and from CSV files: exercises, sets, weights and dates. Import is available on Free too.

How many routines do I get for free in Strong?

According to its App Store description, the free version of Strong allows unlimited workouts but only up to 3 custom routines; Strong PRO removes the limit. In FitMate.co custom workouts and templates are on Free.

Does Strong count calories?

No. Strong is a workout log; its official materials list no diet features. FitMate.co has calorie counting from a photo, a description and a barcode scanner in the same app.