Comparison

FASTER by SISSFiT vs Start Elliptical

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

Head to head
About

FASTER by SISSFiT

Access audio-coached HIIT cardio and video-led strength workouts from former D1 athletes. Enjoy curated DJ mixes and structured programs for various fitness goals. Integrates with HealthKit to help close activity rings.

Highlights
  • Audio-coached cardio workouts
  • Video-led strength training
  • Full workout programs
  • HealthKit integration
  • Thousands of DJ mixes
  • Multiple workout types
Features
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FREE trial for new members! Stay Inspired, Stay Strong with FASTER by SISSFiT! Cardio Coaching at your fingertips led by sisters, former D1 track and field athletes, and HIIT cardio specialists. Lauren and Kelly bring you quick 30 minute workouts curated with the top DJ mixes of every genre. Get started with your free, 14 day trial and gain access to: Audio-coached cardio (like being in your favorite group fitness class but for a fraction of the cost!) and video-led strength workouts from top trainers Lauren and Kelly. They live and breathe it, now they get to coach you through it! You’ll have options that include: Single Session Workouts -Audio-coached Treadmill, Tread & Shred (treadmill/weights combo), Outdoor Run, and Elliptical workouts -Strength workouts with video demonstrations and interval timing -Tuesday Toning as seen on our Instagram page Full Workout Programs -SISSFiT’s acclaimed 4-week Accelerate HIIT Treadmill and Strength Program -SISSFiT’s Summer 5k 4-week Running + Strength Program -Lauren’s brand new 4-Week Prenatal Strength Program -SISSFiT’s Transform 4-week Cardio + Strength Program -SISSFiT’s Summer Strong Challenge -SISSFiT’s 4-Week Fall Challenge Close Your Rings! -Completed workouts are shared with HealthKit and helps close activity rings on the apple watch Ultimate Music Experience -Thousands of DJ mixes updated weekly -Numerous genres to suit your mood -Playlists based on genre, BPM or activity type What People Are Saying: Killer Playlists “It’s like bringing my favorite workout class with me wherever I go! The music and coaching is always fresh so I never get bored.” Jon- International Investor Travel-friendly “These workouts have changed my life! With my unpredictable travel schedule, I never thought I’d find a consistent fitness routine until SISSFiT. No matter where I am I can always fit in a killer workout!” Melissa- Commercial Airline Pilot Cardio Coaching “Your coaching has gotten me back into the racing shape I was in during my college days with a fraction of the mileage! Thanks for getting this mama of two back into shape!” Lauren B- former D1 athlete, mom of 2 No Time Wasted “Nothing burns through stress or provides a post-workout high like SISSFiT HIIT cardio. These workouts are my saving grace!” Rebecca- Entrepreneur, mom of 4 - Title of service: SISSFiT - Length of subscription: 1 Month - Price of subscription: 19.99/month for new members - Payment will be charged to iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase - Subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24-hours before the end of the current period - Account will be charged for renewal within 24-hours prior to the end of the current period, and identify the cost of the renewal - Subscriptions may be managed by the user and auto-renewal may be turned off by going to the user's Account Settings in the App Store app after purchase - No cancellation of the current subscription is allowed during active subscription period - Any unused portion of a free trial period, if offered, will be forfeited when the user purchases a subscription to that publication. -SISSFiT shares workout data with HealthKit and helps close activity rings on the apple watch For more information check out our Privacy Policy, Terms of Use, and Health App Information Disclosure here: http://www.fitradio.com/privacy/ http://www.fitradio.com/tos/

About

Start Elliptical

This app offers guided elliptical workouts for beginners and experienced users to improve fitness and burn calories. It provides step-by-step instructions and audio coaching to ensure safe and effective training, with plans that gradually increase in difficulty.

Highlights
  • Beginner-friendly elliptical routines
  • Step-by-step workout guidance
  • Audio coaching for workouts
  • Workout logging and progress tracking
  • Apple Health integration
Features
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Start Elliptical without any previous experience required. Get fitter, stronger and burn more calories. Our cross trainer app workout routines will train you for the next stage in your fitness journey. New to the elliptical machine? Begin with our Starter Plan. In 2 weeks you’ll be comfortable working out and ready for a new challenge. Start Elliptical will give you step by step instructions to guide you through your workout. You’ll know how hard to train and for how long so you can steadily improve with minimal risk of injury. Each plan is designed to gradually become more challenging so your body can adapt and grow, without you burning out. Spend under an hour a day, a few times a week. You’ll be fitter and healthier for it! Features Choose a training plan to suit your fitness level. Audio coach to guide you through your cycling workout. Log your workouts and keep track of your overall progress. APPLE HEALTH INTEGRATION: Connect your workouts to Health App to track your daily activity. Coming Soon More elliptical workouts so you can hit all of your goals. Legal Disclaimer This app and any information given by it are for educational purposes only. They are not intended nor implied to be a substitute for professional medical advice. You should always consult your healthcare provider before beginning any fitness program. If you upgrade to a premium Start Elliptical subscription, payment will be charged to your iTunes account at confirmation of purchase. Your subscription renews automatically unless cancelled at least 24 hours prior to the end of the current period. There is no increase in cost when renewing. Subscriptions can be managed and auto-renewal turned off in Account Settings in iTunes after purchase. Once purchased, the current period cannot be cancelled. Any unused portion of a free trial period is forfeited if you choose to purchase a premium subscription. Find the full terms and conditions at https://www.startfitness.life/start-elliptical-terms.html, and our privacy policy at https://www.startfitness.life/start-elliptical-privacy.html.

Screenshots

FASTER by SISSFiT4 screens
Start Elliptical4 screens

Verdict

The call

FASTER by SISSFiT and Start Elliptical both sit at 4.9 stars, but that hides the real split: 95% of FASTER by SISSFiT's written reviews are positive against 67% of Start Elliptical's. FASTER by SISSFiT also leads on ratings volume (612 vs 49). Start Elliptical's advantage is update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 3 months). On price, rating, ads 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. FASTER by SISSFiT sells 9 in-app purchases, starting at $14.99 per month and Start Elliptical sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 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 — 4.9 for FASTER by SISSFiT against 4.8 for Start Elliptical. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: FASTER by SISSFiT has 612 ratings behind it against 49, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 95% of FASTER by SISSFiT's written reviews are positive against 67% of Start Elliptical's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

FASTER by SISSFiT ships an update every 3 months, Start Elliptical every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 3, 2026 and November 7, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
FASTER by SISSFiT versus Start Elliptical: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterFASTER by SISSFiTStart Elliptical
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.9 (612 ratings) — better4.8 (49 ratings)
Positive reviews94.6% of reviews — better66.7% of reviews
Number of ratings612 — better49
Update frequencyEvery 3 monthsEvery 3 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFreemium
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPod
Requires iOS16.015.6 — better
Further details — not scored
Size56 MB34 MB
Age rating12+4+
DeveloperFit Radio LLCVigour Group Ltd

Customer experience

FASTER by SISSFiT

All ratings608 ratings
Positive97.2%
Neutral1.5%
Negative1.3%
Written reviews74 reviews
Positive94.6%
Neutral4.1%
Negative1.4%

Start Elliptical

All ratings49 ratings
Positive95.9%
Neutral2.0%
Negative2.0%
Written reviews6 reviews
Positive66.7%
Neutral16.7%
Negative16.7%

Bugs and requests

FASTER by SISSFiT

Reported bugs

2 issues
  • Difficulty subscribing or purchasing the app
  • Pages not loading properly after recent app update

Requested features

3 requests
  • Ability to mark workouts as complete and track progress
  • Option to skip or fast-forward through workouts
  • More detailed exercise demonstrations and instructions

Start Elliptical

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

9 purchases

FASTER by SISSFiT

Subscriptions9
  • SISSFiT Premium Subscription7 Days trial$14.991 Month
  • SISSFiT Premium Subscription14 Days trial$14.991 Month
  • SISSFiT Premium Access7 Days trial$19.991 Month
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  • FASTER by SISSFiT Monthly14 Days trial$19.991 Month
  • SISSFiT Premium Access7 Days trial2 variants$39.993 Months
  • SISSFiT Premium Access14 Days trial$39.993 Months
  • FASTER by SISSFiT Quarterly14 Days trial$39.993 Months
  • FASTER by SISSFiT Subscription7 Days trial$154.991 Year
  • FASTER by SISSFiT Yearly14 Days trial$154.991 Year
3 purchases

Start Elliptical

Subscriptions3
  • Premium Weekly$2.997 Days
  • Premium Monthly$9.991 Month
  • Premium Yearly7 Days trial$49.991 Year

Questions

Is FASTER by SISSFiT free?
FASTER by SISSFiT is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Start Elliptical free?
Start Elliptical is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, FASTER by SISSFiT or Start Elliptical?
FASTER by SISSFiT is rated higher. FASTER by SISSFiT averages 4.9 out of 5 from 612 ratings, while Start Elliptical averages 4.8 from 49 ratings.
Do FASTER by SISSFiT or Start Elliptical have ads?
Neither FASTER by SISSFiT nor Start Elliptical shows ads.
Which is updated more often, FASTER by SISSFiT or Start Elliptical?
FASTER by SISSFiT ships an update every 3 months, and Start Elliptical every 3 weeks. Most recently, FASTER by SISSFiT was updated on November 3, 2026 and Start Elliptical on November 7, 2026.

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