Comparison

Newton Notes vs Heave

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

Head to head
About

Newton Notes

This intuitive app simplifies workout tracking, eliminating the need for messy notes or chaotic timers. It offers flexible analytics to log any metric and is designed with privacy in mind, requiring no login.

Highlights
  • Intuitive workout tracking
  • Flexible analytics for any metric
  • Login-free design for privacy
  • Lightweight and simple UI
  • Customizable units and logging
Features
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Newton Notes Newton Notes is the most intuitive workout companion and tracker available, ensuring consistency between sets and making growth a breeze. Gone are the days of disorganized notes collections, chaotic timers and alarms, or even pencil and paper- Newton Notes provides the tools you need to do the heavy lifting. FEATURES GRANDMA'S FAVORITE Newton Notes prides itself on being the simplest workout app available. With its intuitive UI, lightweight size, and focused features, it's the obvious choice for those looking for a workout tracker that just gets out of the way. PRIVACY BY DEFAULT We don't use your data, because we don't know who you are. Newton Notes is login-free by design, with export/import options and Apple Health integrations coming soon. ANALYZE ANYTHING Flexible analytics allow you to log any metric, at any time, using any unit you'd like. Keep tabs on your weight, blood levels, PRs, and more. GROWING TOGETHER Newton Notes will never use advertisements, subscription-based fees, or bombard you with tacky AI features. We'd love to hear how you use the app, and how we can make it fit into your routine as seamlessly as possible. By using Newton Notes, you'll be able to steer the direction of the app and suggest new features. COMING SOON: - Apple Health integration - Apple Watch integration

About

Heave

Features
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Heave is a smart workout log that makes tracking your training as fast as taking simple notes. **How it works:** - Type in your workout Just type your exercises and sets freely, without dealing with complicated forms. - Heave recognizes your input Heave analyzes your notes and automatically detects exercises, weights, and reps. - Save your training Your workouts are neatly structured and saved clearly in your history. - Track your progress View your workout history and see how your performance is developing. - Understand muscle groups Heave maps exercises to specific muscle groups, helping you better evaluate and structure your training. **Why Heave?** - Log faster instead of dealing with complicated apps - Quick entry, just like using a notes app - Less effort during your workout - Clear overview of your workouts, exercises, and progress - Ideal for strength training, progressive overload, and regular workout routines - Smart workout reminders Heave helps you consistently log your training, visualize your progress, and train smarter. (requires in-app subscription) https://heave-app.vercel.app/terms.html

Screenshots

Newton Notes4 screens
Heave4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Newton Notes at none against Heave's 2. Newton Notes also leads on ads (none vs shown) and iOS requirement (17.1 vs 26.2). Heave's advantage is update cadence (every 4 days vs every 2 weeks). On price 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. Heave sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Newton Notes asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Newton Notes ships an update every 2 weeks, Heave every 4 days. The most recent releases landed on October 3, 2026 and October 5, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
Newton Notes versus Heave: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterNewton NotesHeave
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.8 (4 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings4 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeksEvery 4 days — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPad — betteriPhone
Requires iOS17.1 — better26.2
Further details — not scored
Size1 MB72 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperJames GasekJustus Grothe

In-app purchases

None

Newton Notes

No in-app purchases

2 purchases

Heave

Subscriptions2
  • Heave Unlimited Monthly7 Days trial$2.991 Month
  • Heave Unlimited Yearly7 Days trial$17.991 Year

Questions

Is Newton Notes free?
Newton Notes is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Heave free?
Heave is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Newton Notes or Heave have ads?
Heave shows ads; Newton Notes does not.
Which is updated more often, Newton Notes or Heave?
Newton Notes ships an update every 2 weeks, and Heave every 4 days. Most recently, Newton Notes was updated on October 3, 2026 and Heave on October 5, 2026.

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