Next Set vs Fitbod
Fitbod uses AI to generate workouts for you. Next Set lets you build and log your own. Here's how they compare.
Quick Comparison
| Feature | Next Set | Fitbod |
|---|---|---|
| Pricing | $9.99 one-time | $15.99/month or $95.99/year |
| Account required | No | Yes |
| Free trial | 30 days (full features) | 7 days (requires payment info) |
| AI-generated workouts | No (you build your own) | Yes |
| Custom routines | Unlimited | Limited customization |
| Works offline | 100% | Yes (lighter algorithm) |
| Data collection | None | Email, health data, preferences |
| PR detection | Automatic | Yes |
| Platform | iOS | iOS, Android |
Key Differences
Workout Philosophy
Next Set
You're in control. Build your own routines, follow your own program, log your sets. Next Set is a tool for tracking what you decide to do—perfect for lifters who know their training or follow a specific program like 5/3/1, PPL, or Starting Strength.
Fitbod
AI decides for you. Fitbod generates workouts based on your history, available equipment, and recovery. Great for beginners or those who want variety without planning. Less ideal if you want to follow a structured program.
Pricing
Next Set
$9.99 one-time (after 30-day trial)
Pay once, own forever. No payment info needed to start trial. If you don't purchase, app goes read-only—your data is never lost.
Fitbod
$15.99/month or $95.99/year
Subscription required for full use. 7-day trial requires payment info upfront. Lifetime option (~$359) occasionally available during promotions.
Privacy
Next Set
Zero data collection. No account. No analytics. No third-party SDKs. Data stays on your device with optional iCloud sync.
Fitbod
Collects email, name, workout data, body measurements, and preferences. Syncs to Fitbod servers. Integrates with Apple Health/Health Connect.
Which App Is Right For You?
Choose Next Set if you...
- Know what program you want to follow
- Want to pay once, not monthly
- Value privacy and no account required
- Prefer building your own routines
- Need 100% offline functionality
Choose Fitbod if you...
- Want AI to create workouts for you
- Are a beginner unsure what to do
- Like variety and don't follow a set program
- Need Android support
- Don't mind subscription pricing
Our Honest Take
Fitbod is a solid app with great AI workout generation. It's won "best workout app" awards and has millions of users. If you want the app to think for you, it's a good choice.
We built Next Set for a different user: someone who knows their training, wants full control, and doesn't want to pay every month. At $9.99 one-time vs $191.88/year for Fitbod, the savings add up.
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30-day free trial. Then $9.99 once—no subscriptions.
