Next Set vs Hevy
Hevy combines workout tracking with social features. We focus purely on logging. Here's how they compare for serious lifters.
Quick Comparison
| Feature | Next Set | Hevy |
|---|---|---|
| Pricing | $9.99 one-time | $2.99/month, $23.99/year, or $74.99 lifetime |
| Account required | No | Yes |
| Social features | None (intentionally) | Full social (feed, followers, comments) |
| Works offline | 100% | Yes (syncs when online) |
| Data collection | None | Email, name, contacts, usage data |
| Third-party SDKs | None | Analytics, crash reporting |
| PR detection | Automatic | Yes |
| Custom routines | Unlimited | ~5 free, Unlimited (Pro) |
| Rest timer | Yes | Yes |
| Compare with friends | No | Yes |
| Platform | iOS | iOS, Android |
Key Differences
Social vs Focused
Next Set
No social features—by design. We believe your workout tracker should help you lift, not scroll. No followers, no feeds, no sharing prompts, no notifications about what your friends lifted. Just you and the iron.
Hevy
Full social platform. Content feed, discovery feed, followers, likes, comments, profile privacy options. Can compare lifts with friends and see their workouts. Great if motivation from others helps you train.
Pricing
Next Set
$9.99 one-time (after 30-day trial)
30-day free trial with full features. Then $9.99 once—own it forever. No payment info needed to start. If you don't purchase, app goes read-only.
Hevy
$2.99/month, $23.99/year, or $74.99 lifetime
Free version limited to ~5 routines and basic features. Pro unlocks unlimited routines, advanced analytics. Lifetime is 7.5x the price of Next Set.
Privacy & Data
Next Set
Zero data collection. No analytics. No third-party SDKs. No account required. Your data stays on your device (with optional iCloud sync). Completely private.
Hevy
Requires account. Collects email, name, contacts (for friend finding), usage data. Uses analytics and cookies. Data stored on their servers (Spain-based company). Privacy controls available.
Community vs Solitude
Next Set
For lifters who prefer to train alone, mentally. No distractions from what others are doing. No pressure to share or post. Your progress is your business.
Hevy
For lifters who draw motivation from community. See friends' workouts, celebrate their PRs, share your own progress. Accountability through visibility.
Which App Is Right For You?
Choose Next Set if you...
- Prefer training without social distractions
- Want to pay $9.99 once, not $74.99
- Care about privacy and don't want tracking
- Don't want to create another account
- Train in a gym with bad WiFi or at home
- Value simplicity over features
Choose Hevy if you...
- Want social features (follow friends, share workouts)
- Like comparing your lifts with others
- Draw motivation from community
- Need Android support
- Want the cheapest subscription option
Our Honest Take
Hevy is a well-designed app with strong social features. If working out with friends (even virtually) motivates you, or you enjoy sharing your progress, Hevy does that well. Their lifetime price is also lower than Strong's.
We built Next Set for a different mindset: the lifter who wants to focus, track progress, and get out. No feeds to check, no friends' workouts to comment on, no notifications pulling you back in. If that sounds like you, give us a try.
Try Next Set Free
30-day free trial. Then $9.99 once—no subscriptions.
