# FitNotes - Gym Workout Log

> A clean, simple, powerful workout tracker. Free to use, and no ads - ever.

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.github.jamesgay.fitnotes](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.github.jamesgay.fitnotes)

## Overview

- **ID:** `com.github.jamesgay.fitnotes`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** James Gay
- **Category:** HEALTH\_AND\_FITNESS
- **Downloads:** 4,123,718
- **Rating:** 4.84 / 5 (31,444 ratings)
- **Version:** 25.0
- **Last updated:** 2025-10-24
- **First published:** 2013-03-16
- **Publisher country:** GB
- **Size:** 4.15 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-11
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.github.jamesgay.fitnotes)
- **Privacy policy:** [http://www.fitnotesapp.com/privacy/](http://www.fitnotesapp.com/privacy/)

## Description

FitNotes is a clean and user-friendly Chrome extension designed for efficient workout tracking. It offers a completely ad-free experience, allowing users to log daily workouts quickly through intuitive swiping or calendar navigation. You can add exercises, record sets with weights, reps, or cardio distance and time, and attach notes to your workouts.

The extension features a customizable exercise database with default categories and the ability to create your own, supporting both resistance and cardio exercise types. Routines can be created for quick access to commonly used exercises, with options to assign exercises to specific days. The calendar interface highlights training days and supports advanced filters, helping you monitor progress effectively. Backup and export options ensure your workout data is secure and portable, while a built-in rest timer keeps your training on track. FitNotes is perfect for gym enthusiasts seeking a simple yet powerful workout log without distractions.

## Rankings

- #27,757 — Overall

## Permissions and access

### Permissions

- `android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE`
- `android.permission.INTERNET`
- `android.permission.POST_NOTIFICATIONS`
- `android.permission.RECEIVE_BOOT_COMPLETED`
- `android.permission.VIBRATE`
- `android.permission.WAKE_LOCK`

## Review summary

Users largely praise FitNotes for its clean, simple interface, ad-free experience, and focused workout logging. It offers reliable history with charts showing volume and progress, and highly customizable schedules. Reviewers value the minimalist design and lack of distractions, with several stating they've used it for years. A few requests recur: calories tracking, cardio options, a built-in timer, and support for certain weight-tracking nuances (e.g., bodyweight for bodyweight exercises). Overall, it is seen as a lightweight, dependable logbook rather than a feature-rich fitness suite.

### Pros

- Ad-free experience in the free version.
- Clean, simple, intuitive UI that's easy to use.
- Effective workout logging with charts and progress tracking (reps, weights, volume over time).
- Highly customizable schedules and flexibility to tailor workouts.
- Lightweight, focused tool with no bloat and reliable long-term use.

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Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.github.jamesgay.fitnotes)