Platforms
IOS
Free Tier
Yes
Paid Price
$25/year
Sensors
1 supported
The Verdict
The best way to get Whoop-style metrics without buying new hardware or paying monthly subscriptions. If you own an Apple Watch and want recovery/strain tracking, Athlytic delivers surprising value for $25/year.
Features
- Whoop-style recovery scores
- Strain tracking from Apple Watch
- Sleep analysis
- Training load metrics
- Exertion alerts
- No additional hardware needed
Pros
- Affordable Whoop alternative
- Uses existing Apple Watch
- Clean, intuitive interface
- Good value for features
Cons
- iOS and Apple Watch only
- Less accurate than chest strap
- Smaller user community
- Limited advanced metrics
Strain vs Recovery
Athlytic calculates daily strain from your Apple Watch workout and activity data, similar to Whoop's approach. Your recovery score (based on HRV, resting heart rate, and sleep) tells you how much strain you can handle today.
Apple Watch Integration
All data comes from your existing Apple Watch—no additional hardware needed. The app reads HRV measurements that Apple Watch takes during sleep and throughout the day, turning passive data into actionable insights.
Compatible Sensors
- Apple Watch