Comparison

FormBeat vs VO2 Max Tracker

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

Head to head
About

FormBeat

This app provides AI-powered cycling analytics and coaching for all fitness levels. It helps users improve their performance and form with science-based tools and metrics for sustainable training.

Highlights
  • AI-powered cycling analytics
  • Personalized coaching
  • Performance improvement tools
  • Science-based metrics
  • Sustainable training focus
Features
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Cycling analytics designed to help cyclists of any fitness level focus on productive and sustainable training. Improve your performance and cycling form with our science-based tools and metrics.

About

VO2 Max Tracker

Measure your cardio fitness (VO₂ max) using a treadmill test and track your progress. Create or select from pre-made HIIT workouts, with real-time guidance on target zones. Integrates with Apple Watch and Bluetooth heart rate monitors.

Highlights
  • VO₂ max testing on treadmills
  • HIIT workout creation and selection
  • Real-time target zone guidance
  • Apple Watch and heart rate monitor integration
  • Workout history with heart rate graphs
  • iCloud data synchronization
Features
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Use Zephyrus to test your cardio fitness (VO₂ max) on a treadmill, and track your improvement. You can also use Zephyrus to do HIIT workouts. The app comes with a selection of workouts, and lets you create your own workouts. Zephyrus tells you when the target zone changes. To get your heart rate in the app, you can use Apple Watch or heart rate monitors with Bluetooth. Garmin watches with Virtual Run are supported. Cardio fitness is measured with a modified Bruce protocol test you can perform on most treadmills. The test consists of stages with increasing intensity and ends when you reach 85% of maximum heart rate. You can do HIIT workouts on Apple Watch, so you don't have to bring your phone. Your past workouts are saved to your workout history, where you can see the heart rate graph and calories burned. Your data is stored in iCloud, which makes it accessible across your Apple devices. Always consult with a healthcare provider before starting any new exercise program. Exercise can carry risks, especially for people who have certain medical conditions or who have not been physically active in a long time. It's important to understand that using this app does not replace a doctor's advice or treatment. If you would like to report an issue or request a feature for the app, feel free to contact the App Support email. Terms of use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

FormBeat4 screens
VO2 Max Tracker4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: FormBeat at 4.5 against VO2 Max Tracker's 4.0. FormBeat also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 6) and ratings volume (12 vs 1). VO2 Max Tracker's advantage is update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 2 months). On price, ads and device support 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. VO2 Max Tracker sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days. FormBeat asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

FormBeat holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 4.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: FormBeat has 12 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

FormBeat ships an update every 2 months, VO2 Max Tracker every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 26, 2026 and October 12, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
FormBeat versus VO2 Max Tracker: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterFormBeatVO2 Max Tracker
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.5 (12 ratings) — better4.0 (1 ratings)
Positive reviews62.5% of reviews—
Number of ratings12 — better1
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsEvery 2 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterFreemium
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, Apple Watch
Requires iOS15.1 — better18.6
Further details — not scored
Size38 MB17 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperMichal SimonfyHavard Tryman

Customer experience

FormBeat

All ratings12 ratings
Positive91.7%
Neutral0.0%
Negative8.3%
Written reviews8 reviews
Positive62.5%
Neutral0.0%
Negative37.5%

VO2 Max Tracker

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

None

FormBeat

No in-app purchases

6 purchases

VO2 Max Tracker

Subscriptions6
  • Pro (Weekly)7 Days trial$4.997 Days
  • Pro (Monthly)3 Days trial$7.991 Month
  • Pro3 Days trial$8.997 Days
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  • Pro$24.991 Year
  • Pro (Yearly)3 Days trial$24.991 Year
  • Pro (Yearly)$59.991 Year

Questions

Is FormBeat free?
FormBeat is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is VO2 Max Tracker free?
VO2 Max Tracker is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, FormBeat or VO2 Max Tracker?
FormBeat is rated higher. FormBeat averages 4.5 out of 5 from 12 ratings, while VO2 Max Tracker averages 4.0 from 1 ratings.
Do FormBeat or VO2 Max Tracker have ads?
Neither FormBeat nor VO2 Max Tracker shows ads.
Which is updated more often, FormBeat or VO2 Max Tracker?
FormBeat ships an update every 2 months, and VO2 Max Tracker every 2 weeks. Most recently, FormBeat was updated on September 26, 2026 and VO2 Max Tracker on October 12, 2026.

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