The MARC vs FitDesk
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side ā with what reviewers say about each.
The MARC
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Book your gym classes, swimming lessons and events at the MARC.
FitDesk
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FitDesk is the member app for gyms, leisure centres and seniors exercise programs that use FitDesk. Follow the program your trainer sets for you, watch a video for every exercise, log your sessions and see your progress, all in one simple app. You need an account from your centre. If your gym, leisure centre or program uses FitDesk, staff will give you your sign-in details. YOUR PROGRAM, READY TO GO ⢠See the workouts your trainer has set for you ⢠Watch a short video for each exercise so you know you're doing it right ⢠Follow strength, balance, mobility and rehab programs set up by your centre LOG EVERY SESSION ⢠Record sets, reps, weight and rest in a few taps ⢠Log cardio such as walking, cycling or rowing ⢠Keep your full workout history in one place SEE YOUR PROGRESS ⢠Charts for body weight, measurements and strength over time ⢠See how far you've come since you started STAY IN TOUCH WITH YOUR TRAINER ⢠Message your trainer in the app ⢠Get reminders for your scheduled workouts SIMPLE FOR EVERY AGE Many FitDesk centres run active ageing, strength and balance, and rehab programs. The app keeps things clear so members of any age can follow their program with confidence. FOR GYMS AND LEISURE CENTRES FitDesk is made by GreeneDesk, an Australian company that has worked with leisure centres since 2013. More than 50 centres in Australia and New Zealand use GreeneDesk. Centres use FitDesk for digital health screening, assessments, workout programming, trainer scheduling and progress reports, alongside their existing membership system. Australian customer data stays in Australia. Find out more at greenedesk.com.au/fitdesk-app Cardio is logged manually. FitDesk doesn't currently connect to heart rate monitors or wearables.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is device support: FitDesk at 3 against The MARC's 1. FitDesk also leads on iOS requirement (13.0 vs 16.6). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.
Scored on Price Ā· Rating Ā· Positive reviews Ā· Number of ratings Ā· Update frequency Ā· Ads Ā· In-app purchases Ā· Monetization Ā· Best chart rank Ā· Devices Ā· Requires iOS
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
The MARC ships an update every 2 months, FitDesk every 6 weeks. Both last shipped on October 30, 2026.
| Parameter | The MARC | FitDesk |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | Every 6 weeks ā better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Devices | iPhone | iPhone, iPad, iPod ā better |
| Requires iOS | 16.6 | 13.0 ā better |
| Further details ā not scored | ||
| Size | 101 MB | 121 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | Perfect Gym Solutions Sp. z o.o. | GreeneDesk Pty Ltd |
In-app purchases
The MARC
No in-app purchases
FitDesk
No in-app purchases









