Hevy Alternatives
Best Hevy alternative: Lyfta
A free workout tracker with unlimited routines, 5,000+ exercises, and easy import from Hevy.
Last verified: October 2026
Why Lyfta?
Lyfta is free to use with unlimited routines on the free plan — Hevy's free tier caps routines at 4. Lyfta imports your complete workout history from Hevy, Strong, Fitbod, Boostcamp, JEFIT, and FitNotes, so you can switch without starting over. It runs on iOS, Android, the web (my.lyfta.app), Apple Watch, and Wear OS. Premium is optional.
Comparison: Lyfta vs Hevy vs Strong vs Fitbod vs Boostcamp
A factual comparison of popular gym trackers. Pricing varies by region — see the App Store or Google Play for current prices.
| Feature | Lyfta | Hevy | Strong | Fitbod | Boostcamp |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Free routines | Unlimited | 4 | — | — | Unlimited |
| Apple Watch | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | No |
| Wear OS | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | No |
| Web app | my.lyfta.app | Yes | — | — | — |
| Import from other apps | Hevy, Strong, Fitbod, Boostcamp, JEFIT, FitNotes | — | — | — | — |
How to switch from Hevy
Moving from Hevy to Lyfta takes a few steps. Your workout history — sets, reps, weights, and dates — transfers over.
- Export a CSV from Hevy: In the Hevy app, export your workout history as a CSV file.
- Install Lyfta: Download Lyfta from the App Store or Google Play.
- Import in Lyfta: Go to Settings, tap Import Data, select Hevy as the source app, and upload your CSV file.
Lyfta also imports from Strong, Fitbod, Boostcamp, JEFIT, and FitNotes using the same process.
Lyfta by the numbers
7M+
Users
600M+
Sets logged
5,000+
Exercises
Lyfta strengths
- • Unlimited routines on free
- • 5,000+ exercises with HD video guides
- • Import from Hevy, Strong, Fitbod, Boostcamp, JEFIT, FitNotes
- • Web app at my.lyfta.app
- • Apple Watch and Wear OS
Hevy strengths
- • Strong social community feed
- • Follow friends, share workouts
- • Hevy Trainer (Pro) for AI programs
Try Lyfta
Free download on iOS and Android. Import your Hevy history and start tracking with unlimited routines.
Frequently asked questions
What is the best free Hevy alternative?
Lyfta is a strong free Hevy alternative. It offers unlimited routines on the free plan (Hevy's free tier caps routines at 4), 5,000+ exercises with HD video guides, and documented import from Hevy. Premium is optional.
Can I import my Hevy workout history to another app?
Yes. Lyfta accepts imports from Hevy, Strong, Fitbod, Boostcamp, JEFIT, and FitNotes. Export your data from Hevy, then import it into Lyfta. Your sets, reps, weights, and dates transfer over.
Which Hevy alternative works on Apple Watch and Wear OS?
Lyfta supports Apple Watch and Wear OS. It also runs on iOS, Android, and the web (my.lyfta.app). Hevy also supports both smartwatch platforms.
Is Lyfta really free?
Yes. Lyfta is free to use with no routine or workout history caps. Premium unlocks advanced analytics, recaps, strength standards, and additional features, but the core app remains free.
How does Lyfta compare to Hevy on the free tier?
Lyfta's free tier includes unlimited routines and full workout history. Hevy's free tier caps routines at 4 and keeps 3 months of history. Both offer workout logging and exercise libraries on free.