# STRNG vs CGX

The clearest difference is rating: STRNG at 4.7 against CGX's 4.2. STRNG also leads on ratings volume (3.8K vs 637). CGX's advantage is chart position (#82 vs unranked). On price, review sentiment, update cadence and ads there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. STRNG sells 16 in-app purchases, starting at $26.99 per month and CGX sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $12.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

STRNG holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.2. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: STRNG has 3.8K ratings behind it against 637, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 53% of STRNG's written reviews are positive against 55% of CGX's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

STRNG ships an update every 5 days, CGX every 8 days. The most recent releases landed on September 22, 2026 and September 24, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | STRNG | CGX |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.7 (3.8K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/strng/id1492688256/reviews)** | [4.2 (637 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cgx/id1624488454/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **3.8K** | 637 |
| Positive reviews | 53.5% of reviews | **54.7% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 5 days** | Every 8 days |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Freemium |
| Best chart rank | — | **#82** |
| Size | 120 MB | 67 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.1** | 15.4 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 17+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [STRONG&SXY LTD](https://appshunter.io/developer/1492687775) | [CGX Ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/1624488606) |

## What reviewers say

### STRNG

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/strng/id1492688256)

This fitness app offers personalized workout plans and nutrition guidance from influential fitness experts. It provides a comprehensive exercise library, on-demand classes, and a supportive community to help users achieve their health and physique goals.

**Highlights:** Personalized workout plans, Comprehensive exercise library, On-demand fitness classes, Customizable nutrition plans, Progress tracking tools, Holistic health approach

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (16)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly | $26.99 | per month |
| 3 Months | $75.90 | per 3 months |
| 6 Months | $78.99 | per 6 months |
| 12 months | $175.99 | per year |
| Kickstart Guide | $19.99 | one-time |
| HOURGLASS GUIDE | $29.99 | one-time |
| Lisa's 8 Week 4 Day Gym Guide | $29.99 | one-time |
| Andrea Home | $39.99 | one-time |
| Movements for life vol. 1 | $39.99 | one-time |
| GLUTE BUILDER GUIDE | $39.99 | one-time |
| Romanes Lean Bulk Guide | $39.99 | one-time |
| Lisa's 8 Week Lean Guide | $39.99 | one-time |
| Lisa's 8 Week Glute Guide | $39.99 | one-time |
| Lisa's 8 Week Strong Guide | $39.99 | one-time |
| Romane's 8 Week Shred Guide | $39.99 | one-time |
| Romane's 8 Week Bulking Guide | $39.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 💪 Challenging and effective workouts
- 🍽️ Customizable meal plans
- 📚 Detailed exercise instructions and videos
- 🕰️ Helpful workout timers and tracking
- 🤝 Supportive community and customer service

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Frequent app glitches and bugs
- 🔄 Limited ability to customize workouts
- 💰 Expensive subscription cost
- 🧭 Lack of progress tracking and history
- 🍲 Meal plans not very flexible or personalized

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes and freezes during workouts
- Workout data not saving properly
- Meal plans not updating when swapping recipes
- Inconsistent timer and rest period functionality
- Login and password reset issues

**Requested features**

- Ability to create custom workout routines
- Improved app stability and performance
- More personalized meal planning options
- Progress tracking and historical data
- Apple Watch integration


### CGX

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cgx/id1624488454)

**Currently charting:** #82 Top Grossing · Health & Fitness (US App Store)

This premium strength and fitness app offers structured, progressive training programs for all levels. Access hundreds of on-demand workouts, instructional videos, and progress tracking. It also provides meal ideas and expert articles to support your fitness journey.

**Highlights:** Exclusive workout programs, On-demand strength and cardio, Coached training with form focus, Instructional videos, Progress tracking, Meal ideas, Offline training

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly | $12.99 | per month |
| Annually | $99.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Great workouts
- 💡 Variety of programs
- 👍 Helpful form videos
- 👍 Informative articles
- 👍 Ability to use own music

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Buggy app performance
- 🐛 Casting/streaming issues
- 🐛 Calendar/scheduling problems
- 🐛 Login/account issues
- 🐛 Lack of progress tracking

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes during workouts
- Workouts not recording as completed
- Calendar not syncing properly
- Login issues with existing accounts
- Airplay/casting not working consistently

**Requested features**

- Ability to mark/track completed workouts
- Option to remove entire programs from calendar
- Customizable rest day scheduling
- Integration with fitness trackers
- Web/desktop version of the app


## Frequently asked questions

### Is STRNG free?

STRNG is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is CGX free?

CGX is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, STRNG or CGX?

STRNG is rated higher. STRNG averages 4.7 out of 5 from 3.8K ratings, while CGX averages 4.2 from 637 ratings.

### Do STRNG or CGX have ads?

Neither STRNG nor CGX shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, STRNG or CGX?

STRNG ships an update every 5 days, and CGX every 8 days. Most recently, STRNG was updated on September 22, 2026 and CGX on September 24, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*