Both Peloton and Fitbit offer comprehensive fitness app experiences, but cater to different needs. Peloton excels in variety of workout types and community engagement, while Fitbit focuses on personalized recommendations and user-friendly interface. Fitbit has some reported issues with bugs and design.
| Attribute | Peloton App | Fitbit App |
|---|---|---|
| Subscription Cost and Tiers | Peloton App Free: Limited access (ended for new sign-ups). Peloton App One: $12.99/month or $129/year. Peloton App+: $24/month or $240/year. All-Access Membership: $44/month for Bike, Tread, and Row owners. | Fitbit Premium: $9.99/month or $79.99/year. Free trial included with new devices sometimes. |
| Variety of Workout Types | 10+ types of exercises, including Strength, Cycling, Yoga, Running, Meditation, Cardio, Barre, Pilates, Boxing, and Stretching. | HIIT, cardio, strength training, running, biking, yoga, and more. |
| Live Class Availability and Schedule | Offers live classes, which are then added to the on-demand library. | The 'Coach' tab offers motivating and curated health and fitness content, with even more content available for Fitbit Premium subscribers. |
| On-Demand Class Library Size and Content Updates | Thousands of on-demand classes with workouts ranging from 5 to 90 minutes. Content is regularly updated. | Fitbit Premium provides access to a wide range of workout videos from different brands, including Fitbit, Daily Burn, Popsugar, and Aaptiv. |
| Instructor Quality and Teaching Style | Instructors have distinct personalities and teaching styles. Instructors provide helpful safety and riding cues. | Workouts are led by Fitbit's expert trainers. Two new certified personal trainers, Adrian and Lea, will guide you on your fitness journey. |
| Integration with Wearable Devices | Connects to Bluetooth-enabled heart rate monitors, fitness trackers, and smartwatches. Wear OS app available. Samsung Galaxy Watch 5 and Watch 4 have access to the Peloton watch app. | The Fitbit mobile app syncs with Fitbit devices via Bluetooth. |
| Progress Tracking and Performance Metrics | Tracks pace, elevation gain, mile splits, speed, calories, and heart rate. Tracks personal bests and streaks. Offers a Strive Score. | Tracks steps, distance, heart rate, active zone minutes, and calories burned. Allows users to set customized health goals and track progress in real-time. |
| Community Features and Social Interaction | Allows users to follow each other, send high-fives, and compete on leaderboards. Tags connect members through shared interests. Teams can be created. | Has social features such as challenges, the ability to connect with friends, share achievements, and provide support. |
| Personalized Workout Recommendations | Provides personalized workout plans based on fitness history, activity patterns, and goals. Members can select a focus area. | Offers workout recommendations based on your biometrics, fitness level, goals, and preferences. |
| User Interface and Ease of Navigation | The app is searchable, making it easy to find workouts. | Fitbit has a three-tab structure: Today, Coach, and You. The app is designed to be user-friendly, with customizable metrics and a focus on personalization. |
| Offline Content Availability | Not available | Not available |
| Compatibility with Different Devices | Available on iOS and Android devices, and can be streamed on TVs via Apple TV, Roku, Chromecast, and Amazon Fire Stick. Can also be accessed on computers and tablets. | The Fitbit app is compatible with most popular phones and tablets. Requires Apple iOS 16.4 or higher or Android 11 or higher. |