About
Strong reimagines the gym notebook as a fast, intuitive digital experience built for serious and casual lifters alike. Whether you're a beginner tracking your first squat or a powerlifting champion preparing for a world record attempt, Strong adapts to any training program or experience level. The app lets you plan workouts in advance and log sets, reps, and weights in real time during your session — staying out of your way so you can focus on lifting. Strong PRO unlocks advanced analytics including best sets, estimated 1-rep max (1RM), body fat percentage tracking, and detailed progress charts, giving you full visibility into your strength journey. Strong syncs across all your devices via Strong Cloud, so your training data is always accessible whether you're on your iPhone, Android phone, or Apple Watch. You own your data — export it at any time and manage your privacy and permissions fully. With a 4.9-star rating across 150,000+ global reviews on both the App Store and Google Play, Strong is praised by entrepreneurs, IFBB Pros, Guinness World Record holders, and everyday gym-goers. Free accounts are available forever, making it accessible to everyone.
Key Features
- Intuitive Workout Logging: Log sets, reps, and weights in real time with a clean, distraction-free interface designed to stay out of your way during training.
- Training Plan Builder: Plan future workouts and build structured training programs tailored to your goals and schedule.
- Progress Analytics (Strong PRO): Visualize your strength gains with charts for best sets, estimated 1RM, body fat percentage, and other key metrics.
- Cross-Device Sync via Strong Cloud: Access your full training history across iPhone, Android, and Apple Watch — always in sync, anywhere you train.
- Data Ownership & Export: Export your workout data at any time in full, with complete control over your privacy and permissions.
Use Cases
- Logging sets, reps, and weights in real time during gym sessions to replace a paper notebook.
- Planning and scheduling weekly strength training programs in advance.
- Tracking long-term progress in lifts like squat, bench, and deadlift using 1RM estimates and best-set history.
- Monitoring body composition metrics like body fat percentage alongside workout data.
- Syncing training logs across iPhone and Apple Watch for seamless workout tracking.
Pros
- Free Forever Accounts: Core workout tracking features are available at no cost, making Strong accessible to lifters at any budget.
- Exceptional User Ratings: 4.9 stars across 150,000+ reviews on both the App Store and Google Play reflects outstanding user satisfaction.
- Works for All Experience Levels: Whether you're a first-time gym-goer or a competitive powerlifter, Strong adapts to any training style or program.
- Multi-Platform Support: Seamlessly available on iPhone, Android, and Apple Watch with cloud syncing across all devices.
Cons
- Advanced Analytics Require PRO: Key progress-tracking features like 1RM charts and body fat tracking are locked behind the paid Strong PRO subscription.
- No Web or Desktop App: Strong is mobile-only; there is no browser-based or desktop version for users who prefer to log workouts on a computer.
- Limited AI or Adaptive Programming: Strong focuses on manual logging and planning — it does not currently offer AI-generated workout plans or adaptive programming.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, Strong accounts are free forever. The free tier includes core workout logging and planning features. Strong PRO is a paid upgrade that unlocks advanced analytics and progress visualizations.
Strong is available on iPhone (iOS), Android, and Apple Watch. Strong Cloud keeps your data synced across all your devices automatically.
Yes, Strong allows you to export all of your training data at any time. You have full control over your data and privacy settings.
Strong PRO is the premium subscription tier that unlocks advanced features including progress charts, best set tracking, estimated 1-rep max calculations, and body fat percentage tracking.
Strong is designed for anyone who lifts weights — from complete beginners to competitive powerlifters and bodybuilders. It supports any training program or experience level.
