Best body measurement tracker apps (2026)
Apps that track waist, arms, chest and other measurements, compared by what they track, whether photos come with them, and how you pay.
Short answer
ProgressLens is the pick if you want body measurements next to matching progress photos without a subscription. Progress Body Tracker suits people who need many custom measurements and Apple Health. Hevy covers weight and waist for free inside a workout log.
Disclosure: we make ProgressLens, so it’s listed first. Details about other apps come from their own store listings, websites and help pages as of October 2026; prices and features change, so check the listing before you pay. We name each app’s weaknesses and our own.
| App | Measurements | Photos | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| ProgressLens | Weight, waist, chest, shoulders, arms, thighs | Front, side, back, custom | One-time Pro |
| Progress Body Tracker (Lasmit) | Many, custom | Pro | Subscription |
| Hevy | Weight, waist free; 14 circumferences in Pro | 1 per day | Subscription |
| 3D Measure Me / scanning apps | Estimated from a scan | Scan images | Varies |
| Spreadsheet or paper chart | Anything | No | Free |
Tape, scale or scan?
A cheap tape measure used at the same spot each week beats most gadgets for trend tracking. Smart scales estimate body fat with bioimpedance, which moves with hydration. 3D scanning apps estimate from photos. Whatever you pick, consistency matters more than precision.
Try the free tape-measure body fat calculator or print a chart.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
What is the best app for tracking body measurements?
If you want photos with the numbers, ProgressLens (six measurements plus poses, one-time Pro). If you want many custom measurements and Apple Health sync, Progress Body Tracker. If you want scans instead of a tape, a 3D scanning app.
Are 3D body scanning apps accurate?
They estimate circumferences from photos and can be useful for trends, but a tape measure used the same way each time is usually more repeatable.
Which measurements matter most?
Waist first, then bodyweight. Add hips, chest, arms and thighs for detail. See body measurements for progress.