Comparison

FitNotes vs Progression

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

FitNotes

This app simplifies tracking weightlifting and cardio workouts. Create multi-day routines with auto-incrementing exercises and manage complex CrossFit WODs. Ideal for all fitness levels to stay organized and monitor progress towards goals.

Highlights
  • Weightlifting workout tracking
  • Cardio exercise tracking
  • Multi-day workout creation
  • Auto-incrementing exercises
  • CrossFit WOD management
  • Progress monitoring
Features
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FitNotes is the last fitness tracking app you will ever download. FitNotes helps you track your weightlifting workouts as well as your cardio exercises in a simple, friendly, easy-to-use app FitNotes gives you the ability to create dynamic workouts that span multiple days, with the ability to auto increment between each workout. Furthermore, FitNotes allows CrossFit lovers to create complex sets of exercises for their WOD. If you are new to working out or an expert bodybuilder, FitNotes is the app that will help you stay organized with your workouts and keep track of your results, making it easier for you to reach your fitness goals EULA: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

Progression

This app helps you track your fitness progress with a minimalist and fast interface. It automatically adjusts your weight and reps to help you break through plateaus and see results. Enjoy a clean design with no ads and deep iOS integration.

Highlights
  • One-tap logging
  • Automatic progression adjustments
  • Plateau recognition
  • Detailed stats and charts
  • Clean, ad-free interface
  • iOS exclusive features (Widgets, Dynamic Island)
Features
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MOTIVATION ISN'T A TRAINING STRATEGY. If you're serious about getting stronger, you measure it. Progression turns every set into data that makes you stronger – logged in seconds, clearly visualized, no clutter. Motivation gets you training. Data gets you further. Most people stall because they train blind – no plan, no numbers, no idea what they did last time. Progression remembers every set for you and shows you exactly when it's time to add weight. How it works: • Build your own training plan – or pick a program • Log every set in seconds • Get automatic suggestions for when to increase the weight • Track your progress in clear charts Everything you need: • Templates for recurring workouts • Built-in rest timer • Full training history & personal records PROGRESSION PRO The core features are free for your first workouts – just get started. With Pro, you get the most out of your training: • Unlimited training plans & workouts • All long-term charts & statistics You can start a free trial before any charge. Cancel anytime. Stop guessing. Start measuring. Questions or feedback? Reach out anytime: martin@devpie.de Terms of Use & Privacy: https://devpie.de/legal.html

Screenshots

FitNotes4 screens
Progression4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ratings volume: FitNotes at 1.5K against Progression's 160. FitNotes also leads on device support (3 vs 1). On price, rating, review sentiment and update cadence there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. FitNotes sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month and Progression sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.5 for FitNotes against 4.5 for Progression. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: FitNotes has 1.5K ratings behind it against 160, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews split almost evenly too, at 59% and 59% positive.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

FitNotes ships an update every 6 days, Progression weekly. The most recent releases landed on September 23, 2026 and September 22, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
FitNotes versus Progression: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterFitNotesProgression
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.5 (1.5K ratings)4.5 (160 ratings)
Positive reviews59.2% of reviews — better58.8% of reviews
Number of ratings1.5K — better160
Update frequencyEvery 6 days — betterWeekly
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Apple Watch — betteriPhone
Requires iOS18.017.6 — better
Further details — not scored
Size25 MB37 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperEvgeny UralskyMartin Pietrowski

Customer experience

FitNotes

All ratings1,469 ratings
Positive87.1%
Neutral4.4%
Negative8.5%
Written reviews373 reviews
Positive59.2%
Neutral10.2%
Negative30.6%

Progression

All ratings160 ratings
Positive86.3%
Neutral4.4%
Negative9.4%
Written reviews17 reviews
Positive58.8%
Neutral5.9%
Negative35.3%

In-app purchases

3 purchases

FitNotes

Subscriptions2
  • FitNotes PRO (1 Month)$0.991 Month
  • FitNotes PRO (1 Year)$4.991 Year
One-time1
  • FitNotes PRO$9.99
5 purchases

Progression

Subscriptions3
  • PRO$6.997 Days
  • PRO7 Days trial$12.991 Month
  • PRO1 Month trial$79.991 Year
One-time2
  • Free Unlimited WorkoutsFree
  • PRO$99.99

Questions

Is FitNotes free?
FitNotes is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Progression free?
Progression is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, FitNotes or Progression?
FitNotes and Progression are both rated 4.5 out of 5 on the App Store, from 1.5K and 160 ratings respectively.
Do FitNotes or Progression have ads?
Neither FitNotes nor Progression shows ads.
Which is updated more often, FitNotes or Progression?
FitNotes ships an update every 6 days, and Progression weekly. Most recently, FitNotes was updated on September 23, 2026 and Progression on September 22, 2026.

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