Jimmy Westenberg / Android Authority
Google Fit is a great app in many ways, but it’s not for everyone. I’ve used it for a while and like the fact that I can see the steps I took on a daily basis and how those translate into actual distance. I can also track my weight, see how many calories I’ve burned, and review the history of my activities.
However, the app is quite simple, as most Google apps are, so it lacks many features. There are no social features, so I can’t follow what my friends have been up to on their fitness journeys. There are also no leaderboards, which some apps use to gamify the experience.
If you’re someone who wants to build muscle, Google Fit is not the right fit for you. There is no way to track your workouts in detail, and the app also lacks food logging features. So, if Google Fit isn’t working for you, here are five alternatives you should try out, based on your specific goals.
What is the best Google Fit alternative in your opinion? 15 votes Strava 20 % Samsung Health 47 % MyFitnessPal 20 % Hevy 0 % AllTrails 0 % Other (comment below) 13 %
1. Strava — Best for social features
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You could argue that Strava is a social media app disguised as a fitness tracking app. It’s all about community, allowing you to see what fitness activities your friends are up to, and, of course, you can share yours as well. You can even add comments and likes (officially called Kudos). I like the social aspect as it can serve as a motivating factor, whether you’re trying to beat friends or just show off your results to people.
The app is primarily aimed at athletes focused on GPS-based activities, including cycling, running, and hiking. There are Clubs available that you can join based on an activity, region, and more. Then there are challenges you can take part in, and in total, there are more than 40 activities the app can track. It obviously connects to all sorts of wearable devices from major brands like Garmin, Samsung, and Google.
The app is free, although there are a few features locked behind a paywall. Routes (creating your own or finding community ones) is one of them, giving you ideas for a run, walk, or cycling expedition. You can even create your own and share them in the app. A yearly subscription comes in at around $80.
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