# iHeart Macros vs Sadie Active

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Sadie Active at 92% against iHeart Macros's 0%. Sadie Active also leads on rating (4.8 vs 3.3) and update cadence (every 11 days vs every 19 months). iHeart Macros's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 3) and iOS requirement (11.0 vs 15.6). On price, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Sadie Active sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per month. iHeart Macros asks for nothing beyond the download.

Sadie Active holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 3.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Sadie Active has 1.2K ratings behind it against 18, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 0% of iHeart Macros's written reviews are positive against 92% of Sadie Active's.

iHeart Macros ships an update every 19 months, Sadie Active every 11 days. Both last shipped on November 3, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | iHeart Macros | Sadie Active |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.3 (18 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/iheart-macros/id1572839338/reviews) | **[4.8 (1.2K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sadie-active/id1577788086/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 18 | **1.2K** |
| Positive reviews | 0.0% of reviews | **92.3% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 19 months | **Every 11 days** |
| Monetization | **Free** | Subscription |
| Size | 53 MB | 39 MB |
| Requires iOS | **11.0** | 15.6 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [iHeart Macros INC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1572839340) | [Warner Rigby](https://appshunter.io/developer/1577788088) |

## What reviewers say

### iHeart Macros

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/iheart-macros/id1572839338)

Log your fitness sessions, view upcoming schedules, and book appointments directly within the app. Track your progress and maximize your training results.

**Highlights:** Log workouts, View logged workouts, See scheduled workouts, Book appointments, Track progress

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


### Sadie Active

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sadie-active/id1577788086)

Access custom weekly workout programming and curated programs designed for weight training. Improve your metabolism, increase longevity, and achieve a toned, strong physique with guided instruction.

**Highlights:** Weekly workout programming, Curated workout programs, Weight training instruction, Metabolism improvement, Longevity enhancement, Physique toning

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

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Weekly Workouts - 1 Month | $9.99 | per month |
| Weekly Workouts - 1 Year | $89.99 | per year |
| Weekly Workouts - 1 Year | $99.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Affordable and worth every penny
- 👍 Effective and challenging workouts
- 👍 Variety of programs (gym, home, pregnancy, etc.)
- 👍 Easy to follow with video tutorials
- 👍 Ability to track progress and weights

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Glitchy app with data loss issues
- 🐛 Inconsistent workout timer and tracking features
- 🔍 Lack of metric unit options
- 🔍 Inability to create custom workouts
- 🔍 Workout videos not optimized for full-screen viewing

**Reported bugs**

- Workouts not loading or disappearing
- Subscription issues and inability to cancel
- Inconsistent data syncing and loss of progress

**Requested features**

- Ability to save and view past workout data
- Option to switch between imperial and metric units
- Customizable workout builder
- Seamless transition between exercises during workouts
- Countdown timers for sets and rest periods


## Frequently asked questions

### Is iHeart Macros free?

iHeart Macros is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Sadie Active free?

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

### Which has better reviews, iHeart Macros or Sadie Active?

Sadie Active is rated higher. iHeart Macros averages 3.3 out of 5 from 18 ratings, while Sadie Active averages 4.8 from 1.2K ratings.

### Do iHeart Macros or Sadie Active have ads?

Neither iHeart Macros nor Sadie Active shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, iHeart Macros or Sadie Active?

iHeart Macros ships an update every 19 months, and Sadie Active every 11 days. Most recently, iHeart Macros was updated on November 3, 2026 and Sadie Active on November 3, 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.*