Comparison

FitNote vs Sameh Akl

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

Head to head
About

FitNote

Features
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Keep a record of your efforts and make Trickles a future memory! This app is designed for regular gym guests and those who are developing fitness habits. Click when exercising to record, and review your past exercise history at any time. **The clearest chart Show the total weight and reps each week, and immediately find out which day you work hardest. **The most detailed analysis Categorize the number of muscle training and see your muscle strength clearly through the pictures. **Multiple colors Available in blue, green, orange and black colors, choose the appearance of the app as you like. **Customizable sports The same gym equipment using in different ways may have different effects. You can make sure which muscles the training has exercised and adapt to the most realistic look. **The most powerful management Cooperate with Apple's health information to understand your health status. **Customizable muscles In addition to the muscle selections we provide, if you want to train specifically, you can add more muscles. Also, you can modify the score of different muscles to make you more motivated. -- • You may have an auto-renewable subscription for 1 month ($0.99) or 1 year ($4.99). Prices may vary based on your region or current promotions. • Your subscription will be charged to your iTunes account at confirmation of purchase and will automatically renew (at the duration selected) unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. • Current subscription may not be cancelled during the active subscription period; however, you can manage your subscription and/or turn off auto-renewal by visiting your iTunes Account Settings after purchase • Privacy policy and Terms of use: https://julian-apps.com/gymnote • Terms of use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

Sameh Akl

Features
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Sameh Akl Fitness is your simple, goal‑driven fitness companion. Get tailored workout plans for home or gym, stay consistent with smart reminders, and see progress with clear tracking. What you get: - Personalized plans by goal and level (beginner to advanced) - Home and gym options: no equipment, dumbbells, garage gym, or full gym - Guided workouts with clear instructions and rest timing - Progress tracking: workouts, steps, weight, and charts - Helpful notifications to keep you on track - Nutrition guidance to support your goals Why Sameh Akl Fitness : - Fast setup, focused plans, and friction‑free tracking - Flexible routines that fit your time, tools, and intensity - Designed to build momentum and long‑term habits Start today and move closer to your goals—one session at a time.

Screenshots

FitNote4 screens
Sameh Akl4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Sameh Akl at none against FitNote's 2. Sameh Akl also leads on ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (fortnightly vs every 2 months). On price, device support and iOS requirement 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. FitNote sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month. Sameh Akl asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

FitNote ships an update every 2 months, Sameh Akl fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on September 30, 2026 and September 26, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 3 level
FitNote versus Sameh Akl: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterFitNoteSameh Akl
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsFortnightly — better
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS15.615.5 — better
Further details — not scored
Size6 MB92 MB
Age rating4+12+
DeveloperHsin Chun LaiAbdullah Emara

In-app purchases

2 purchases

FitNote

Subscriptions2
  • One Month membership$0.991 Month
  • One Year Membership$4.991 Year
None

Sameh Akl

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is FitNote free?
FitNote is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Sameh Akl free?
Sameh Akl is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do FitNote or Sameh Akl have ads?
FitNote shows ads; Sameh Akl does not.
Which is updated more often, FitNote or Sameh Akl?
FitNote ships an update every 2 months, and Sameh Akl fortnightly. Most recently, FitNote was updated on September 30, 2026 and Sameh Akl on September 26, 2026.

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