Comparison

Fitbit Ace vs Peloton Strength+

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

Head to head
About

Fitbit Ace

Manage your child's Fitbit Ace LTE smartwatch. Securely call, text, track location, and monitor activity. Control contacts and ensure peace of mind.

Highlights
  • Secure calling and texting
  • Real-time location tracking
  • Activity level monitoring
  • Contact management
  • Child's smartwatch management
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The Fitbit Ace app is your home base for the Fitbit Ace LTE kids smartwatch. Use it to securely call or text message your child, see their location, check in on their activity levels, and manage their contacts. If you’re invited as a contact, you can also use the Fitbit Ace app to securely call or send messages to a child’s Fitbit Ace LTE smartwatch. *Fitbit Ace LTE device requires a paid Ace Pass data plan. Some features only available for kids with a supervised Google Account. Learn more about privacy for Fitbit Ace at g.co/fitbitace/privacy

About

Peloton Strength+

This app simplifies strength training with personalized programs and a workout generator. It offers expert-led guidance, progress tracking, and in-ear coaching to help you build muscle, increase strength, or improve overall fitness. Seamlessly track your performance and connect with your Apple Watch for real-time metrics.

Highlights
  • Workout Generator
  • Expert-Led Programs
  • Progress Tracking
  • In-Ear Coaching
  • Instructional Videos
  • Apple Watch Connectivity
Features
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Introducing Strength+, Peloton’s new app designed to take the guesswork out of strength training. With two different ways to strength train and infinite ways to customize your workouts, you’ll never get stuck in the same gym workout routine again. Transform Your Strength Training Whether you aim to build muscle, increase strength, or improve overall fitness, our app provides the tools and support you need to excel in the gym. Immerse yourself in self-paced, multi-week programs meticulously created by Peloton’s expert fitness coaches. Whether lifting weights, building endurance, or focusing on maximal strength, Peloton Strength+ offers a variety of strength training styles to challenge and elevate your fitness. Personalized Workouts - Workout Generator: Never get bored of your workout—with Peloton Strength+'s Workout Generator, you can generate thousands of workouts tailored to your needs, including muscle focus, workout length, available equipment, and experience level. - Expert-Led Programs: Join multi-week, self-paced programs led by Peloton’s top fitness instructors for expert guidance, motivation and results. - Progress Tracking: Log your weights and reps to visualize your journey and celebrate your accomplishments. - In-Ear Coaching: Receive form guidance and technique tips from Peloton’s expert coaches directly through your headphones via in-ear audio. - Instructional Videos: Access a library of video clips covering exercise demonstrations and equipment setup to ensure you’re always prepared. New to working out? Don’t worry — Strength+ offers coach-led plans and in-ear guidance, so you’ll know exactly how to execute each move. Coaches will also walk you through equipment setup and track all your vital stats with flexible guidance that personalizes your workout schedule. Advanced Fitness Tracker Monitor every aspect of your strength training and overall fitness journey. Track your workouts, visualize performance in real-time and never miss a calorie burn while leveling up your athletic performance. Smart workouts mean smarter results — Take the guesswork out of your workouts with customizable programs designed to deliver results. Apple Watch ® Connectivity Stay on top of your strength training with seamless Apple Watch integration. Track your workouts, monitor your progress, and get real-time metrics like heart rate and calories burned directly from your wrist. Follow along with workout cues, and easily log your weights and reps, ensuring you stay connected and motivated during every session. Level Up with Strength+ Enjoy workouts from your favorite Peloton instructors, now with additional strength styles to challenge and elevate your fitness. Discover programs tailored to your goals and take your strength training to the next level with Peloton Strength+. - Endurance - Hypertrophy - Maximal Strength - Strength & Conditioning Already have the Peloton App? Strength+ is a brand-new experience tailored just for strength training. While the Peloton App continues to offer instructor-led classes across all modalities, Peloton Strength+ is designed for self-paced, strength-focused workouts. Peloton Strength+ is here to help you show up to the gym ready to crush your next workout with everything you need just a tap away. Ready to Try Strength+? Explore a comprehensive range of exercise routines designed to push your limits and maximize performance. Enjoy detailed gym workouts and personalized workout plans focused on building muscle, increasing strength, and progressing toward your goals. Unlock the fitness level you’ve been aiming for with Strength+. Download Peloton Strength+ today. https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

Fitbit Ace4 screens
Peloton Strength+4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Peloton Strength+ at 4.8 against Fitbit Ace's 4.1. Peloton Strength+ also leads on ratings volume (17K vs 216). Fitbit Ace's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 1) and ads (none vs shown). On price, review sentiment, update cadence and monetization model 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. Peloton Strength+ sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $9.99 per month. Fitbit Ace asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Peloton Strength+ holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.1. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Peloton Strength+ has 17K ratings behind it against 216, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 49% of Fitbit Ace's written reviews are positive against 55% of Peloton Strength+'s.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 22, 2026 and September 24, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
Fitbit Ace versus Peloton Strength+: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterFitbit AcePeloton Strength+
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.1 (216 ratings)4.8 (17K ratings) — better
Positive reviews49.1% of reviews55.4% of reviews — better
Number of ratings21617K — better
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeksEvery 3 weeks
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, Apple Watch — better
Requires iOS17.0 — better17.5
Further details — not scored
Size195 MB189 MB
Age rating4+12+
DeveloperGooglePeloton Interactive, Inc.

Customer experience

Fitbit Ace

All ratings216 ratings
Positive75.0%
Neutral5.1%
Negative19.9%
Written reviews55 reviews
Positive49.1%
Neutral9.1%
Negative41.8%

Peloton Strength+

All ratings16,907 ratings
Positive94.5%
Neutral3.3%
Negative2.3%
Written reviews345 reviews
Positive55.4%
Neutral20.0%
Negative24.6%

User reviews

Fitbit Ace

From 216 App Store ratings

What we love

  • 👍 Great for kids' independence
  • 🔒 Safe communication for kids
  • 📍 Reliable location tracking
  • 🏃 Motivates kids to be active
  • 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Easy for parents to use

Room to improve

  • 🚫 Incompatible with older iOS
  • ⚠️ Inappropriate content risk
  • 🚫 Features don't work offline
  • 🎨 Awful UI aesthetics
  • 🖼️ Cannot send images

Peloton Strength+

From 17K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 💪 Excellent gym companion
  • 🔍 Customizable workouts based on equipment
  • 🎨 Flexibility to choose music and pace
  • 📈 Tracks progress and weights
  • 🤖 Helpful coaching and instructions

Room to improve

  • 🕰️ Inaccurate workout duration estimates
  • 🔀 Inability to edit workouts (add/remove exercises)
  • ⏱️ Restrictive transition times between exercises
  • 🔢 Limited options to adjust sets and reps
  • 🐛 Occasional glitches and bugs

Bugs and requests

Fitbit Ace

Reported bugs

15 issues
  • Location, calling, and messaging features not working when disconnected from WiFi
  • Incoming calls on iPhone from Fitbit Ace have no sound, only vibration
  • Message history lost when moving to a new phone
  • App does not connect to the watch
  • App never loads or says no connection
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  • App stops working and requires restoration
  • Customer service never responded
  • Some messages are delayed
  • Some messages disappear after a bit
  • Takes forever to receive text and update location
  • App immediately asks for country and says not allowed
  • App is completely unusable, clicking does nothing
  • App freezes and nothing can be clicked
  • Cannot invite spouse to family account
  • Cannot contact other kids or their friends, only adults

Requested features

15 requests
  • Allow adjusting theme or colors
  • Add basic features like photo sharing
  • Allow communication between friends with watches
  • Enable parents to approve friend connections
  • Allow grandparents abroad to use the app
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  • Add more parental control options
  • More parental settings needed
  • Add voice message feature for parents
  • More child safety features updates
  • More family quests
  • More customization of night time hours
  • Increase size of keyboard buttons
  • Enable parents to call even during school time
  • Modify goals to include other exercises
  • UI tweaks for better user experience

Peloton Strength+

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Workout progress not updating correctly
  • Timers not always starting/stopping properly
  • Occasional app crashes or freezes

Requested features

5 requests
  • Allow adjusting number of sets per exercise
  • Provide weight recommendations based on user profile
  • Add more targeted muscle group workouts
  • Integrate with external fitness trackers (e.g., Apple Watch)
  • Improve audio/visual experience (e.g., better voice, ability to cast to TV)

In-app purchases

None

Fitbit Ace

No in-app purchases

1 purchases

Peloton Strength+

Subscriptions1
  • Peloton Strength+ Membership14 Days trial$9.991 Month

Questions

Is Fitbit Ace free?
Fitbit Ace is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Peloton Strength+ free?
Peloton Strength+ is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Fitbit Ace or Peloton Strength+?
Peloton Strength+ is rated higher. Fitbit Ace averages 4.1 out of 5 from 216 ratings, while Peloton Strength+ averages 4.8 from 17K ratings.
Do Fitbit Ace or Peloton Strength+ have ads?
Peloton Strength+ shows ads; Fitbit Ace does not.
Which is updated more often, Fitbit Ace or Peloton Strength+?
Fitbit Ace ships an update every 3 weeks, and Peloton Strength+ every 3 weeks. Most recently, Fitbit Ace was updated on September 22, 2026 and Peloton Strength+ on September 24, 2026.

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