Since quarantine, I have been using more online fitness videos and workouts. I started using YouTube to search for fitness workouts, but wanted something specific for exercising. I signed up for a subscription trial for Apple Fitness + and Peloton. Below are my thoughts of the two:

Apple Fitness +

Workout class type: HIIT |yoga | core | strength | treadmill | cycling | rowing | dance | mindful cool down

Pros

• Connects with the Apple Watch and Music
• Recorded classes
• One month free trial

Other/Cons

• Beginner-centered
• Cannot fast forward
• Lengthy introduction about workouts
• No friends or challenges apart from the Watch rings
• Works only with Apple Watch
• Difficulty screen mirroring phone to Smart TV

Peloton

Workout class type: strength | yoga | cardio | meditation | running | outdoor | cycling | stretching | tread bootcamp | bike bootcamp | walking

Pros

• Live and recorded classes (with reminders and countdowns)
• Two months free trial
• Great for beginners, intermediate, and advanced individuals (continuous growth)
• Multiple monthly challenges and friend others
• Pairs with Apple Watch (+ others) and shows on Smart TVs

Other/Cons

• Some Peloton-focused products centered in class

Many of the workout categories overlap in the other. For example, Peloton doesn’t have a HIIT category, but there are HIIT style strength and cardio classes. If you don’t have a fitness watch, you can still use either one. Overall, I love the Peloton app and will continue using it after the trial.