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Updated July 21, 2026

The 5 Best Fitness Apps of 2026

Train smarter with the best workout and wellness apps.

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Editor's Choice
1Peloton App logo

Peloton App

World-class classes, no bike needed

Best for Classes~from $12.99/mo
  • Stand-out choice for classes
  • Consistently strong customer feedback
  • Competitive pricing for what you get
  • Best value may require a longer commitment
  • Some advanced features cost extra
Outstanding Value
2Apple Fitness+ logo

Apple Fitness+

Seamless with Apple Watch

Best for Apple users~from $9.99/mo
  • Stand-out choice for apple users
  • Consistently strong customer feedback
  • Competitive pricing for what you get
  • Best value may require a longer commitment
  • Some advanced features cost extra
Best for Runners & cyclists
3Strava logo

Strava

The social network for athletes

Best for Runners & cyclistsfrom $9.99/mo
  • Stand-out choice for runners & cyclists
  • Consistently strong customer feedback
  • Competitive pricing for what you get
  • Best value may require a longer commitment
  • Some advanced features cost extra
Best for Free workouts
4Nike Training Club logo

Nike Training Club

Free workouts from elite trainers

Best for Free workouts
  • Stand-out choice for free workouts
  • Consistently strong customer feedback
  • Competitive pricing for what you get
  • Best value may require a longer commitment
  • Some advanced features cost extra
Best for Personal coaching
5Future logo

Future

A real personal trainer in your pocket

Best for Personal coaching~from $9.99/mo
  • Stand-out choice for personal coaching
  • Consistently strong customer feedback
  • Competitive pricing for what you get
  • Best value may require a longer commitment
  • Some advanced features cost extra

Still deciding? Compare at a glance

A quick side-by-side of every fitness app we ranked.

BrandScorePriceBest for
#1Peloton App9.2~from $12.99/moClassesVisit Site
#2Apple Fitness+9.0~from $9.99/moApple usersVisit Site
#3Strava8.9from $9.99/moRunners & cyclistsVisit Site
#4Nike Training Club8.8Free workoutsVisit Site
#5Future8.6~from $9.99/moPersonal coachingVisit Site

See the full feature-by-feature comparison →

How we rate fitness apps

1

Research

Map the market and shortlist leading brands

2

Test

Hands-on evaluation across weighted criteria

3

Score

Standardized 10-point methodology

4

Update

Re-reviewed as products change

Our editors score every fitness app on a standardized 10-point scale across four weighted pillars: features & performance (35%), pricing & value (25%), customer experience & support (25%), and trust & reputation (15%). Scores are reviewed and updated as products change. Read our full methodology.

Frequently asked questions

How did Rated.ly choose the best fitness app?

Our editors evaluated each fitness app on features, pricing, customer feedback, and overall value, then scored them using our standard 10-point methodology. See our How We Rate page for details.

Which fitness app is best overall?

Peloton App currently earns our top score of 9.2 thanks to its strength in classes. The right pick for you depends on your priorities — compare the full list above.

Ready to choose your fitness app?

Peloton App is our top-rated pick with a score of 9.2/10 — the strongest all-round choice for most people.

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Daniel Kovacs

Daniel Kovacs

Editor, Money & Auto

Daniel is a consumer-finance writer who has compared hundreds of financial and automotive services. His mission: cut the jargon and show you the true cost of every option.