The 5 Best Stretching Apps of 2023

We chose StretchIt as the best overall because it offers many features needed to create a well-balanced stretching routine and hold you accountable to your goals.

StretchIt features an easy-to-use interface, clear and concise videos, and various classes to choose from. We liked that classes are sorted by themes, such as full-body stretch, bendy back, or learning to do the splits. You can filter classes by length and difficulty, making it easy to find the class you want to do. You can also set reminders to alert you to do your stretching every day, which may help keep you accountable to your plan.  

The best part of this app is the ability to download routines to your phone to view later. This is great for those who like to stretch outdoors where there may not be cellular reception. You can also add classes to your calendar and plan your week ahead of time.  

StretchIt offers a free seven-day trial to ensure it's the right fit. When the trial is over, the app is $19.99 per month and includes access to all the classes on the app. Each video includes video demonstrations and a calming voice guiding you through each movement.

You can navigate to the Challenges tab at the bottom of the app to choose a goal you would like to accomplish. For example, if you want to be able to do the front splits, their 30-day challenge will help you get there. Challenges are a premium feature but may be worth it if you want a simple plan to help you reach your goals. You can also add progress photos and document achievements, which is a great way to measure progress.

We chose Pliability as best for flexibility training as it is designed for athletes.

Pliability is designed for athletes. It was originally called ROMWOD and was specifically for Crossfit enthusiasts, but it has rebranded and dubs itself for anyone from "weekend warriors to podium athletes." The app provides you with a targeted stretching routine daily, but you can also choose from their library of routines. Each day focuses on a different body part or goal and provides a full video to teach you how to do each movement correctly. We liked that they included some advanced stretches, and the movements are designed to help improve your overall mobility to make you a better athlete. 

This app costs $17.95 a month, which is more expensive than other apps reviewed, but it may be worth it to some. Its varied stretching workouts, new daily exercises, and full-body movements can help increase your strength, agility, and overall performance, which is essential for many athletes. Because it is designed for athletes, it may be too advanced for beginners or those with little prior experience. 

One of the benefits of this app is that it provides accountability to the user and helps them stay on track with their stretching routine. It also helps identify areas of the body that are particularly tight and teaches users the fundamentals of static stretching. Overall, Pliability is good for those who need the structure of a daily routine, have time to complete the 20–30 minute workouts, or want to work the routines into their warmup or cool down at the gym.

We liked Start Stretching for beginners because it includes stretches that are easy to understand and only takes 5 minutes.

Start Stretching is excellent for beginners due to its easy-to-use design, straightforward stretches, and well-written instructions. It includes graphic descriptions and text to show you exactly how to do each stretch. You can adjust the length of time to hold each stretch and use the in-app timer during your workout. It also alerts you by sound or vibration when moving on to the next stretch. If you are a beginner, this app will help you start incorporating simple stretches into your day to reap the benefits. 

We liked that the Start Stretching app only takes 5 minutes daily and requires no equipment. Unfortunately, there are only nine stretches to work through and no option to add more stretches or change the routine. This might be great for beginners, but more advanced users may find it repetitive and boring. 

Overall, this app will help you improve your flexibility, work stretching into your daily routine, and help you move better during your workouts or daily life.

We chose Stretch & Flexibility at Home as best for all skill levels because of its variety of pre-made stretching routines and ability to customize each workout.

The Stretch & Flexibility at Home app is great for all levels and provides well-designed routines to address specific concerns or goals. Their pre-made routines include morning warmup, sleepy time stretch, knock-knee correction, and many more. These routines range from 4 to 15 minutes and can be done anywhere. Each stretch includes a voice and video guide and background music designed to help you relax. We found the computer-generated voice to be slightly irritating but liked that there is the option to turn it off. You can also choose from their stretches library to create your own routine. The routines are organized by body parts, and their library of exercises is easy to navigate. 

We liked that it includes a calendar that shows your progress and allows you to set reminders to stretch every day. You can customize your music and sync with Apple Health to get credit for the workouts you complete. The free version of the app includes ads, and to get full access to all the stretches, you must upgrade to the pro version for $4.99 per month or $19.99 per year. The app includes a free 7-day trial before you commit.

Overall, this app is an excellent option for those who want different stretching routines daily, need an app to keep them accountable, or have specific goals like doing the splits or improving their running.

Sworkit allows you to customize each workout and choose how long you have to stretch, making it best for those with time restraints.

Sworkit has many positive customer reviews online, and for good reason. It is a great comprehensive app with different routines targeting specific goals, including basic stretching, yoga, foam rolling, rehabilitation-focused routines, and strength workouts. We liked that each routine is customizable, so you can set the total time from 5 to 60 minutes and swap out stretches as needed. This app can help both beginners and athletes alike and help keep you accountable to your goals. 

You can save custom workouts and log your progress on the calendar to keep you organized. It also includes features such as the 28-day flexibility challenge and allows you to set reminders to complete your workout. 

Sworkit costs $59.99 a year, which is more expensive than other stretching apps, but there's a 7-day free trial first. It also includes strength training and HIIT workouts in addition to stretching. Overall, Sworkit is great if you're looking for customizable routines, simple instructions, and upbeat music to accompany your workout.