How we make this list: we compare pricing pages, product documentation and public user reviews. Ratings come from G2, Capterra or Trustpilot, with the date we checked them.
Key takeaways
- Down Dog is the best all-rounder, generating a brand-new practice every time with deep customization.
- Glo offers the deepest teacher library, with 12,000 plus classes from 60 plus world-class teachers.
- Yoga International suits learners who want courses, philosophy, and teaching certificates alongside classes.
- Yoga Studio is the best offline option, with downloaded classes and custom class building from 280 plus poses.
- Most yoga apps are subscription based, so use the free trial to test the teaching style before committing.
Quick comparison
| Tool | Best for | Starting price | Free plan |
|---|
Down Dog | Custom daily practice | See website | No |
Glo | Teacher-led classes | $30 per month | Free trial |
Alo Moves | Studio-style classes | See website | Free trial |
Asana Rebel | Yoga plus fitness | Free | No |
Daily Yoga | Global yoga community | See website | Free trial |
Yoga International | Deep study and courses | See website | No |
Pocket Yoga | Simple offline practice | See website | No |
Yoga Studio | Custom class building | See website | Free trial |
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The best yoga apps
Starting priceSee website
Free planNo
Down Dog builds a new class every time, based on the time, level, focus, voice, and music chosen, so home practice never gets stale. Every kind of practice lives in one app, from yoga and Pilates to HIIT and prenatal yoga, each built brand-new on every press of play. Practices work on phone, tablet, and browser, download for offline use, cast to TV, and sync with Apple Health, Google Fit, or Fitbit. The 4.9 rating from over 700,000 reviews reflects a loyal base, with many users praising customization and value against studio prices.
What we like- Every practice generated brand-new, never repeated
- Yoga, Pilates, HIIT, prenatal yoga, and meditation in one app
- 13 languages with subtitles
- Offline downloads, Chromecast and AirPlay
- 4.9 rating from over 700,000 reviews
Watch out for- Homepage shows no pricing
- Generated classes may feel less personal than a favorite teacher
Starting price$30 per month
Free planFree trial
Glo centers on teachers, with more than 50 instructors rooted in deep yoga lineages, including influential teacher trainers with 20 plus years of experience. The library covers yoga, Pilates, meditation, strength, and more, with 12,000 plus classes on demand and 1.4 billion plus minutes practiced. Membership costs 30 dollars per month, or 245 dollars per year, which works out to 20.42 dollars per month, with a 7-day free trial. Glo suits practitioners who follow teachers for years and want depth over novelty.
What we like- 12,000 plus classes on demand
- 60 plus world-class teachers
- 1.4 billion plus minutes practiced
- 7-day free trial
- Annual plan at 245 dollars per year saves 115 dollars against monthly
Watch out for- Monthly price of 30 dollars is high
- No free tier beyond the trial
Starting priceSee website
Free planFree trial
Alo Moves, now branded as the ALO Wellness Club, organizes classes by difficulty and intensity so beginners can start safely. Introductory classes move slowly, break down each pose, run shorter, and use bodyweight only with modifications, while advanced classes cover inversions, arm balances, backbends, and peak pose variations. Intensity runs from level 1 restorative work to level 4 maximum-effort training. The homepage extract was a difficulty guide, so pricing details should be confirmed in the app before subscribing.
What we like- Classes from introductory to advanced with clear difficulty and intensity levels
- Bodyweight-only introductory classes with modifications
- Mindfulness and wellness alongside fitness
- Studio-quality production
Watch out for- Homepage extract showed a difficulty guide rather than class listings, so pricing and catalog details rest on in-app browsing
- Yoga focus narrower than multi-discipline rivals
Starting priceFree
Free planNo
Asana Rebel positions itself as a healthy lifestyle app for anyone who wants to get in shape, have more energy, sleep better, and increase productivity, blending yoga with broader fitness content. The app rates 4.3 out of 5 from over 156,000 ratings and is free to download, with paid features inside. The homepage returned only a redirect page, so class catalog and subscription details rest on app store listings rather than the website.
What we like- Healthy lifestyle app combining yoga with fitness, energy, sleep, and productivity goals
- 4.3 rating from over 156,000 ratings
- Free to download
Watch out for- Homepage is a thin redirect page, so class details rest on app store descriptions
- Subscription details not shown on the homepage
Starting priceSee website
Free planFree trial
Daily Yoga presents itself as a global yoga, fitness, and cultural brand, with practice delivered through its mobile app. The homepage extract contained only an install link, so catalog depth, teacher roster, and pricing details rest on app store descriptions and in-app browsing. Daily Yoga suits users who want a large community app and are comfortable evaluating it from the app store rather than the website.
What we like- Global yoga, fitness, and cultural brand with a large community
- App-based practice on phone and tablet
- Install links for major app stores
Watch out for- Homepage returned almost no content, so class counts and pricing rest on app store listings
- Website gives little guidance for choosing a plan
Starting priceSee website
Free planNo
Yoga International is the only yoga membership many learners will ever need, in its own framing, because it pairs practice with study. Membership includes thousands of on-demand yoga practices, hundreds of meditations and breathwork practices, thousands of articles, over 300 courses and challenges, and certificates for continuing education, plus discounts on select trainings. Annual membership is billed once a year with 12 months for the price of 9, though the per-month figure did not extract. Yoga International suits practitioners who want philosophy, Ayurveda, anatomy, and teaching credentials alongside daily classes.
What we like- 3,000 plus yoga classes, 700 plus meditations, 100 plus breathwork practices, and 2,700 plus articles
- 300 plus courses and challenges with Yoga Alliance credits
- Docs and films on yoga wisdom
- Community of over 1,000,000 people since 1991
Watch out for- Pricing figures did not extract from the homepage, so plan costs need an in-app or checkout check
- Education focus may exceed casual practitioners
Starting priceSee website
Free planNo
Pocket Yoga keeps things simple: dedicated yoga apps for iPhone, iPad, and Mac, with no sprawling content library to navigate. The homepage lists only the app links, so pricing and practice details rest on app store descriptions. Pocket Yoga suits Apple users who want a straightforward practice app rather than a subscription content platform.
What we like- Dedicated yoga apps for iPhone, iPad, and Mac
- Simple, focused design without subscription complexity
- Practice anywhere on Apple devices
Watch out for- Homepage is very thin, so pricing and class counts rest on app store listings
- Apple-only availability limits Android users
Starting priceSee website
Free planFree trial
Yoga Studio: Mind and Body offers HD video classes with easy-to-follow teacher commentary, including ten exclusive classes from yoga master Rodney Yee ranging from 10 to 45 minutes. Its standout feature is custom class building: pose blocks and smart-link connect poses into flowing sequences, and video stitch turns each custom class into a full video from over 1,700 clips. The pose library covers over 280 poses with step-by-step instructions, benefits, modifications, variations, and cautions, and classes sync with the calendar and download for offline use. A 7-day free trial is offered. Yoga Studio suits practitioners who want to design their own practice rather than follow a fixed schedule.
What we like- 25 hours of ready-made HD video classes
- Unlimited custom classes with full video stitching
- Over 280 poses with instructions, benefits, and modifications
- Classes from Rodney Yee
- 7-day free trial
- Offline downloads and Apple TV app
Watch out for- Homepage content dates partly from 2020, so current catalog details should be confirmed in the app
- Pricing not shown on the homepage
How we chose
We opened each vendor homepage and compared class depth, teacher quality, customization, offline support, and pricing transparency. Where homepages returned thin content, that limitation is stated in the tool entry rather than papered over with invented detail, and prices not shown are recorded as "See website".
How to pick the right yoga app
Start with teaching style, because that decides whether practice sticks. Down Dog generates fresh sequences for variety lovers, while Glo and Yoga International reward loyalty to teachers and structured learning. If motivation depends on building a personal routine, Yoga Studio's custom classes and scheduling help more than a bigger catalog.
Then test the trial properly. Take three classes in different styles and lengths, check whether the instruction pace suits the level, and confirm offline downloads work on the device used most. Finally, check the subscription terms: monthly plans cost more per month but let the app be dropped after a month, while annual plans save money only if practice continues all year. Note that yoga apps support general wellness and are not medical treatment; anyone with an injury, a medical condition, or a pregnancy should check with a clinician before starting a new practice.
Consistency beats intensity for most beginners. A 15-minute daily practice that actually happens builds more flexibility and strength over months than an ambitious hour-long session attempted twice and abandoned. Pick the app whose shortest classes feel enjoyable, schedule them at the same time each day, and let the streak, not the difficulty, carry the habit. When a plateau arrives, switch styles rather than quitting: a week of yin or restorative classes often restores enthusiasm better than pushing harder through the same vinyasa routine. Equipment needs stay minimal for every app here, since a mat and enough floor space cover nearly all classes, and props like blocks and straps are optional aids rather than requirements for starting. Teachers also differ in cueing style: some narrate every breath and transition, while others leave quiet space for self-paced movement, so sampling several teachers during the trial reveals which voice keeps attention through a full session.
Frequently asked questions
What is the best yoga app for beginners?
Down Dog suits beginners best, with adjustable levels, pace, and explanation depth, plus a new practice every time. Alo Moves introductory classes also break down poses slowly with modifications.
Which yoga app has the most classes?
Glo leads on catalog depth with 12,000 plus classes, followed by Yoga International with 3,000 plus classes plus hundreds of courses.
Can I practice yoga offline with an app?
Yes. Down Dog, Yoga Studio, and Pocket Yoga support offline practice through downloads, which suits travel and areas with weak connectivity.
Do yoga apps replace studio classes?
They can for many practitioners, especially with teacher-led platforms like Glo, but in-person classes still offer hands-on alignment feedback that apps cannot provide.
Are yoga apps worth the subscription cost?
A single studio class often costs more than a month of an app, so apps offer strong value for regular practitioners. Trials help confirm the teaching style before paying.
Which yoga app is best for pregnancy?
Down Dog includes prenatal yoga with adjustable length, trimester, and focus, and Yoga International covers prenatal yoga among its diverse offerings. Check with a clinician before starting prenatal practice.
Sources we checked (8)
- https://www.downdogapp.com/
- https://www.glo.com/
- https://alomoves.com/
- https://asanarebel.com/
- https://www.dailyyoga.com/
- https://yogainternational.com/
- https://pocketyoga.com/
- https://www.yogastudioapp.com/
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