Strava has a free tier and two paid subscription tiers: Strava Summit ($12.99 per month or $79.99 per year) and Strava+ ($7.99 per month or $47.99 per year)
Strava is a social fitness app where you log running, cycling, and other workouts. The free version lets you record activities, see your stats, and connect with other athletes. The paid tiers add training tools, detailed performance analysis, and workout planning features. Which tier makes sense depends on whether you want basic tracking or structured training guidance.
Strava does not require a subscription to use the app at all. You can record unlimited activities on the free plan. The paid plans are optional add-ons if you want features the free version does not include.
Key Takeaways
- Strava+ costs $7.99 per month or $47.99 per year and includes training plans, segment leaderboards, and route building tools.
- Strava Summit costs $12.99 per month or $79.99 per year and adds advanced performance analysis, personalized coaching, and injury prevention features.
- The free plan includes activity logging, basic stats, and social features, with no time limit on how long you can use it.
- Both paid plans offer a free trial period before you are charged, so you can test the features before committing.
- You can cancel either subscription at any time through the Strava app or website settings.
What Strava+ includes
Strava+ is the entry-level paid plan at $7.99 per month or $47.99 per year. It adds training plans built around your fitness level and goals — for example, a 12-week running plan to prepare for a 5K or a cycling plan to build endurance. You also get access to segment leaderboards, which show how your time on a specific route compares to other Strava users who have done that same segment.
Route building tools let you create custom courses in the app and read them to your phone before you run or ride. You can also see training load — a measure of how hard you have been working over the past week — which helps you understand whether you need a recovery day. Strava+ removes ads from the app and gives you early access to new features before they roll out to free users.
What Strava Summit includes
Strava Summit is the top tier at $12.99 per month or $79.99 per year. It includes everything in Strava+ plus advanced performance analysis. This means detailed breakdowns of your power output, heart rate zones, and pace trends over time. You get personalized coaching recommendations based on your workout history — for instance, the app might suggest you focus on threshold training if your data shows that is a weak point.
Summit also includes injury prevention features that flag when you might be overtraining or doing too much volume too quickly. You can upload workouts from external devices like Garmin watches or power meters, and Strava will analyze them alongside your phone-recorded activities. Summit members also get priority support if you contact Strava with a question or problem.
How to start a free trial
Both Strava+ and Strava Summit offer a free trial before your first charge. The trial length varies — Strava sometimes offers 30 days free, sometimes 7 days, depending on current promotions. You set up a payment method during sign-up, but you will not be charged until the trial ends.
To start a trial, open the Strava app, go to the subscription section (usually under Settings or Account), and select the plan you want to try. Strava will show you the trial length and the date your first charge will occur. Write down that date so you do not forget. You can cancel anytime before that date and you will not be charged.
How to cancel your subscription
If you decide a paid plan is not for you, cancellation takes two minutes. Open the Strava app, go to Settings, select Account, then Subscription. Tap the option to manage or cancel your subscription. Strava will ask you to confirm, and the cancellation is when ready. You keep access to paid features through the end of your current billing period, then revert to the free plan.
On the web, log into Strava.com, click your profile icon in the top right, select Settings, then Subscription. You will see the same cancellation option. Do not wait until the day your charge is due — cancel a few days early to be safe, in case there is a processing delay.
Free plan features and limits
The free Strava plan has no expiration and no limit on the number of activities you can log. You can record runs, rides, swims, and other workouts, see your distance and time, and view a map of where you went. You can follow other athletes, comment on their activities, and join clubs based on location or interest.
The main limits on the free plan are that you cannot see segment leaderboards, you do not get training plans, and you cannot build custom routes in the app. You also see ads in the free version. If you only want to log your workouts and stay connected to friends, the free plan is fully functional and never expires.
Comparing the plans side by side
| Feature | Free | Strava+ | Strava Summit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Activity logging | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Basic stats (distance, time, pace) | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Social features (follow, comment, clubs) | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Segment leaderboards | No | Yes | Yes |
| Training plans | No | Yes | Yes |
| Route builder | No | Yes | Yes |
| Training load tracking | No | Yes | Yes |
| Advanced performance analysis | No | No | Yes |
| Personalized coaching | No | No | Yes |
| Injury prevention alerts | No | No | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | No | No |
| Cost | Free | $7.99/month or $47.99/year | $12.99/month or $79.99/year |
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use Strava without paying?
Yes. The free plan is fully functional and never expires. You can log unlimited activities, see your stats, and connect with other athletes. You just will not have access to training plans, segment leaderboards, or advanced analysis. Many people use only the free plan and never feel the need to upgrade.
What happens if I cancel my subscription?
You when ready lose access to paid features, but you keep all your activity history and data. You revert to the free plan and can still log workouts and use social features. If you subscribe again later, your old data is still there.
Is the yearly subscription cheaper than paying monthly?
Yes. Strava+ yearly is $47.99 per year versus $7.99 per month (which would be $95.88 per year), so the yearly plan saves you about $48. Strava Summit yearly is $79.99 per year versus $12.99 per month ($155.88 per year), saving you about $76. The yearly plans are significantly cheaper if you know you will use the subscription for a full year.
Can I switch from Strava+ to Strava Summit?
Yes. Open your subscription settings and select the upgrade option. Strava will prorate the cost — if you have three months left on your Strava+ plan, you only pay the difference for those three months, then your new billing cycle starts. You do not lose any data or progress when you upgrade.
Do I need to provide a credit card to try the free trial?
Yes. Strava requires a payment method to start a free trial, but you will not be charged until the trial period ends. Make sure you know when the trial ends so you can cancel before you are charged if you decide not to keep the subscription.