ASICS Runkeeper
8.8
Hevy
8.4ASICS Runkeeper vs Hevy
ASICS Runkeeper and Hevy are freemium workout apps with free plans. Runkeeper records GPS activities such as running, walking and biking, while Hevy logs and plans weight-training sessions.
This comparison suits someone choosing between phone-based route tracking and a gym-focused tracker, including people who want web access, watch support, progress records or integrations.
| ASICS Runkeeper | Hevy | |
|---|---|---|
| Wrist score | 8.8 | 8.4 |
| Works with a watch | Yes | Yes |
| Watch families named | Apple Watch, Garmin, Fitbit, Polar, Suunto, Coros, Amazfit | Apple Watch, Wear OS |
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Free trial | No | Yes |
| Paid from | $3.33/mo | $2/mo |
| Platforms | Android, iPhone, Web | Android, API, iPhone, Web |
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Paid from | $11.99/mo | — |
| Workout programming | Adaptive | Adaptive |
| Progress tracking | Analytics | Analytics |
| Exercise library | Extensive | Extensive |
| Coach tools | None | Client review |
| Wearable sync | Yes | Yes |
| Mobile platforms | iPhone and Android | iPhone and Android |
ASICS Runkeeper
Runkeeper suits people who want phone-based logging, a web history and many named wearable connections. Its free entry level handles the basic record, while Go targets runners seeking structured plans, audio coaching, deeper reports or Live Tracking. Apple Watch support is listed for iPhone users with Series 3 or newer, and Android does not provide coaching or target pace. The discontinued developer API is relevant if outside software needs to read or write Runkeeper data.
- Phone GPS captures distance, duration, pace or speed, calories and route maps.
- Runkeeper names Apple Watch, Garmin, Fitbit, Coros, Suunto, Polar and Amazfit as supported wearables.
- Free Basic plan is available.
Hevy
Hevy suits lifters seeking an organized log, routine planning, progress records, and community accountability on phones, browsers, and supported watches. Its free tier works for a small routine collection, though regular trainers can reach the limits. Pro becomes relevant for unlimited routines, extended graph history, measurement tracking, or Hevy Trainer. Review the default public-profile choice if you prefer less sharing, and remember that API use is reserved for Pro accounts.
- Records sets, rest, notes, routines, and user-created exercises
- Apple Watch and Wear OS support includes offline workout recording
- Provides records, estimated one-rep max, volume, and exercise history
Round by round
Paid plan pricing
Both apps use a freemium model. Runkeeper lists a free plan and paid access from $11.99 per month; its Runkeeper Go plan is $39.99 per year. Hevy also has a free plan, with Pro at $2.99 per month, $23.99 per year or a $74.99 one-time payment. Hevy’s listed monthly and yearly prices are lower than Runkeeper’s listed monthly and yearly figures, so Hevy wins this pricing round.
Hevy takes this round
Free-plan limits
Runkeeper’s Basic plan is free and includes activity tracking and logging, basic stats, progress insights, workout comparisons, prescribed workouts, premium training plans, weather insights and Live Tracking. Hevy’s free plan allows four routines, seven custom exercises, three months of graph history and limited measurements. The facts list no equivalent numeric caps for Runkeeper’s Basic plan, while Hevy’s limits are explicit. Runkeeper therefore wins on the stated free-tier allowance.
ASICS Runkeeper takes this round
Workout features
The apps serve different workouts. Runkeeper uses phone GPS to record distance, duration, pace or speed, calories and route maps, and offers activity choices, Indoor Mode, guided workouts, race plans, reports, routes and Live Tracking. Hevy focuses on weight training with routine planning, warmup, drop and failure sets, rest timers, notes, custom exercises, personal records, one-rep-max calculations, volume and muscle-activity analytics. Each has the stronger feature set for its purpose, so the facts do not separate them overall.
Ease of use
Runkeeper provides a clear running screen, customization, goal support, audio announcements and guided workouts for different experience levels. Hevy’s listed strengths include intuitive workout logging, quick routine creation, straightforward setup and simple client workflows. Its logging covers sets, timers, notes and custom exercises, while the web app supports routine planning and progress analysis. The available facts give Hevy more direct evidence about simple setup and program creation, so Hevy wins this round.
Hevy takes this round
Integrations and sharing
Runkeeper connects with Apple Watch, Garmin, Fitbit, Coros, Suunto, Polar and Amazfit, and documents Apple Health, Google Health/Fitbit, Health Connect and MyFitnessPal connections. Its iOS listing names Apple Music and Spotify integration, and public activities can be shared to Facebook and X. Hevy offers Strava sharing for gym workouts and supports Apple Watch and Wear OS. Runkeeper lists more wearable and service connections, so it wins this round.
ASICS Runkeeper takes this round
Platforms and web access
Runkeeper is available on Android, iOS and the web, with activity history and progress tools on Runkeeper.com. Hevy is available on Android, iOS, web and API; its browser version handles routine creation, progress analysis and friends’ workouts. Both therefore cover Android, iOS and web use. Hevy additionally lists an API, while Runkeeper’s former Health Graph API was discontinued. For the core listed platforms, the facts support a tie.
Privacy controls
Runkeeper lets users control who can view activities and maps, and says it uses security measures to protect information. It explains permission reasons but does not identify a compliance certification. Hevy accounts are public by default, yet users can enable a private profile and limit social features. Hevy’s stated data rights include access, rectification, deletion, consent withdrawal, portability and objection; Google Play reports no third-party data sharing, encryption in transit and deletion requests. Hevy wins on the breadth of stated controls and rights.
Hevy takes this round
API access
Runkeeper’s Health Graph API was discontinued, and its former developer documentation redirected to the home page; new registrations were no longer accepted except for selected partners. Hevy publishes an OpenAPI 3.0 REST API covering workouts, routines, exercise templates, folders, exercise history, body measurements and user information. Access is restricted to Hevy Pro users, and the documentation warns that the structure may change or be abandoned. Hevy wins because it has a current documented API, despite those limits.
Hevy takes this round
Pick ASICS Runkeeper if
- You want GPS tracking for running, walking, biking and routes.
- You need broad wearable and health-service connections.
- You want a free plan without stated numeric caps.
Pick Hevy if
- You log weight-training sets, routines and measurements.
- You want Apple Watch or Wear OS workout tracking.
- You need a documented REST API or lower monthly or yearly prices.
The short of it
Choose ASICS Runkeeper for GPS-led running and outdoor activity records, route maps, race plans and a wide list of wearable and health integrations. Choose Hevy for structured weight training, routine planning, set logging, exercise analytics, social accountability and Apple Watch or Wear OS workouts. Hevy offers lower monthly and yearly listed prices and a current REST API, though API access requires Pro. Runkeeper’s free plan lists many functions without numeric caps, while Hevy’s free tier caps routines, custom exercises, graph history and measurements. The right choice follows the workout you need to record.
What buyers ask
Which app is for running?
ASICS Runkeeper. It uses phone GPS to record running and other activities, including distance, duration, pace or speed, calories and route maps.
Which app is for weight lifting?
Hevy. It logs weight-training sessions, supports routines and set types, and tracks records, estimated one-rep max, volume and muscle activity.
Do both apps have free plans?
Yes. Runkeeper has a free Basic plan. Hevy has a free plan with limits of four routines, seven custom exercises, three months of graph history and limited measurements.
Which supports smartwatches?
Both do. Runkeeper lists Apple Watch, Garmin, Fitbit, Coros, Suunto, Polar and Amazfit. Hevy supports Apple Watch and Wear OS, including offline workouts.
Which has an API?
Hevy publishes an OpenAPI 3.0 REST API for Pro users. Runkeeper’s former Health Graph API was discontinued and new registrations were no longer accepted except for selected partners.
Listed together on Best Workout Tracking Apps in 2026.