10 Best Workout Apps of 2025, Tested by Personal Trainers

Peloton has been around for over a decade, and I was an early adopter of the platform, purchasing their original Bike and app membership back in 2018. It’s the one app I have consistently used over the years and keep going back to, and it’s continually a favorite among our testers.

How it works: There are three tiers to choose from – Peloton’s App One includes all of the fitness classes that don’t require a machine (think bodyweight-only workouts and routines with small pieces of equipment like dumbbells and resistance bands). App+ is for those who have a non-Peloton piece of equipment at home that they frequently use (like a generic bike or treadmill), and All-Access is for those who own Peloton equipment like the Bike+ and Tread that provide insights into even more workout metrics.

Why we like it: There are a few reasons why we love it and have rated it our best overall – first and foremost, the app functionality is best in class. It’s a beautiful platform that’s easy to navigate and offers many class filters, making it easy for you to find and search for the exact workout class to meet your needs within seconds. “I love the app because it is easy to navigate and filter through the workouts to get exactly what you are looking for – from the type of running workout, the length of time and even the instructor you prefer,” a tester said.

Testing notes: I’ve never gotten bored of the app thanks to its massive selection of quality classes and its variety (over 16 different types of workouts)– you’ll find everything from spin to running but also yoga, barre, HIIT, strength training, stretching and even prenatal content. The classes are well executed, and testers were impressed by the feeling of being right in the studio. New classes are added regularly, and the app has a huge community-based component with hashtag groups, virtual high fives, community forums, live DJ classes and more.

The biggest standout, though, is that Peloton has hands down some of the best fitness instructors in the industry, including the inspiring Robin Arzon, hilarious Cody Rigsby, feel-good Alex Toussaint, hardcore Tunde Oyeneyin and more. There really is an instructor to fit every workout vibe. “My favorite part is the individual instructors guiding you through with uplifting motivation, conversation and the best music every step of the way,” one person said.

Peloton also recently launched a separate app called Strength+ – think of it as your gym buddy. It’s specifically dedicated to strength training for those working out with commercial or home gym equipment. Instead of following along in a workout class, the app provides programs catered to the equipment you have on hand, whether that’s cable machines, barbells, kettlebells, medicine balls, leg presses and more. The app costs $10/month, but if you have an existing App+ or All Access Peloton membership, then the Strength+ app is free.

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