Comparison

FitNotes vs TrainSimple Workout Tracker

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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Track your workouts. See your progress. Know what to do next. FitNotes makes it easy to log strength training and cardio, organize your routines, and follow your progress over time. Whether you're starting your first routine or refining an established training plan, keep your workouts and results together in one place. TRAIN YOUR WAY Create routines that span multiple days, organize exercises into supersets, and build workouts of the day for CrossFit-style training. Set progression rules to adjust your targets for future workouts as you progress. LOG THE DETAILS THAT MATTER Record sets, reps, weight, time, and distance. Track warm-up sets, add notes, and use rest timers to stay focused between sets. Review previous sessions when planning your next workout. SEE WHAT YOU ACHIEVED Finish each workout with a summary of new personal records, goal progress, and training volume compared with your previous session. Get suggestions for next time that take your progression rules into account. FOLLOW YOUR PROGRESS Explore your training history with charts and a workout calendar. Set exercise goals and track body measurements over time, without needing to enter a measurement every session. KEEP YOUR TRAINING ORGANIZED Customize exercises, equipment, and categories to match the way you train. Export workout logs as CSV, import compatible CSV files, and create backups of your FitNotes data. From your first set to your next personal best, FitNotes helps you keep track of the work you put in. EULA: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

TrainSimple Workout Tracker

Features
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Fast Startup and Smooth Operation Lightweight design that launches quickly Record your workout in as few as three taps Clean and efficient interface with no unnecessary steps Undo Support to Prevent Mistakes Easily revert incorrect entries Reduces the pressure to log perfectly Lowers the barrier to consistent tracking Reliable Data Management Automatic iCloud backup Smooth data transfer when switching devices Export and import features for secure, flexible management Minimal and Easy to Use UI Simple screens that are easy to understand No clutter, no confusion Customizable color themes to match your preference Use Cases Strength training logs Running and walking records Yoga or Pilates session tracking Cycling distance management Building daily workout habits Recommended For Anyone who wants a simple workout tracking app Users who struggled to continue logging due to mistakes From beginners to experienced athletes People who value secure and reliable data handling Terms of Use This app follows Apple's standard End User License Agreement (EULA). More information: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

FitNotes4 screens
TrainSimple Workout Tracker4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: FitNotes at none against TrainSimple Workout Tracker's shown. FitNotes also leads on device support (3 vs 1). TrainSimple Workout Tracker's advantage is iOS requirement (17.6 vs 26.0). On price, update cadence and in-app purchases 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 TrainSimple Workout Tracker sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

FitNotes ships an update every 6 days, TrainSimple Workout Tracker weekly. The most recent releases landed on October 15, 2026 and October 5, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
FitNotes versus TrainSimple Workout Tracker: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterFitNotesTrainSimple Workout Tracker
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.5 (1.5K ratings) — better—
Positive reviews59.2% of reviews—
Number of ratings1.5K — better—
Update frequencyEvery 6 days — betterWeekly
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Apple Watch — betteriPhone
Requires iOS26.017.6 — better
Further details — not scored
Size28 MB6 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperEvgeny UralskyBYNET

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
4 purchases

TrainSimple Workout Tracker

Subscriptions4
  • Premium Monthly$1.991 Month
  • Premium Features (Monthly)$1.991 Month
  • Premium Features (Yearly)$9.991 Year
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  • Premium Yearly$12.991 Year

Questions

Is FitNotes free?
FitNotes is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is TrainSimple Workout Tracker free?
TrainSimple Workout Tracker is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do FitNotes or TrainSimple Workout Tracker have ads?
TrainSimple Workout Tracker shows ads; FitNotes does not.
Which is updated more often, FitNotes or TrainSimple Workout Tracker?
FitNotes ships an update every 6 days, and TrainSimple Workout Tracker weekly. Most recently, FitNotes was updated on October 15, 2026 and TrainSimple Workout Tracker on October 5, 2026.

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