How To Fix Apple Fitness+ Not Showing Up On iPhone, iPad or Apple Watch?
Apple Fitness+ not showing up?
Is Fitness+ not showing up on your iPhone, iPad, Apple TV or Apple Watch? Apple’s new workout service is live, since almost a day now, but you’re not seeing the Fitness+ tab, in the Fitness app on your Apple devices? You’re not the only one. Here is what you can do to fix it.
6 Ways To Fix Apple Fitness+ Not Showing Up
1. Update Your Device
Fitness+ won’t show up if you don’t upgrade to iOS 14.3, iPadOS 14.3, watchOS 7.2 respectively tvOS 14.3. The new software version is available over-the-air on all compatible devices in Settings -> General -> Software Update.
Fix: If you’re running iOS 14.3 RC 2 or iPadOS 14.3 RC 2, you won’t need to update to the public version of iOS 14.3. However you need to reboot your iPhone or iPad for the Fitness+ tab to display in the Fitness app.
2. Check The Requirements
Make sure that Apple Fitness+ is supported by your device:
- iPhone 6s or later
- iPad Air 2 or later
- Apple TV HD and Apple TV 4K
- Apple Watch Series 3 or later
3. Download Fitness app
The Fitness app isn’t pre-installed in iPadOS 14.3. You have to manually download it on your iPad, before being able to access Apple Fitness+.
Fact: In the first hours after the release, an App Store problem was preventing users from downloading the Fitness app on iPad. It has been fixed, in the meantime. However, some users are still not finding the Fitness app when searching for it in the App Store.
Fix: Use this direct link to download it on your iPad!
4. Use Apple Watch
An Apple Watch isn’t mandatory for playing Apple Fitness+ workouts on iPhone and iPad. However, doing so without the wrist-worn gadget, will result in completed workouts without activity metrics.
More: If you attempt to workout with Fitness+ using an Apple TV, you do need to wear a compatible Apple Watch to be able to play the routine!
5. Use The Same Apple ID
Some readers have reported that they have subscribed to Apple Fitness+ but aren’t seeing an active subscription when trying to connect from a different device. This happens when different Apple IDs are used across devices. Please use the same iCloud account on the devices that you intend to use with Fitness+.
6. Geographical Restrictions
Unfortunately, Apple Fitness+ isn’t available worldwide. Apple has only unlocked it for users located in the United States, United Kingdom, New Zealand, Ireland, Canada and Australia.
In this case the Fitness+ tab won’t show up in the Fitness app no matter what you do.
Why Is Apple Fitness+ Country Restricted?
Many users are intrigued by the fact that Fitness+ is location restricted. Here might be some of the main reasons:
- Reviewing all the Fitness+ available countries highlights the fact that all of them are English speaking nations.
Apple has rushed Fitness+ to be released by the end of 2020, to complete the Apple One service bundle just before the Holidays.
It seems that there hasn’t been enough time to translate the workouts in other languages. Apparently, fitness exercises demoed in a foreign language can be considered dangerous, because they can lead to injuries and health risks if the user doesn’t fully understand what he has to do. Ultimately, this can lead to lawsuits that any company wants to stay away from. - Secondly, we’re talking about a new product and Apple might aim to test it out first on a smaller case before releasing it worldwide.
What’s your take on this? Use the comments section available below!
Is Apple Fitness+ not showing up on your iPhone, iPad, Apple TV or Apple Watch after performing the steps described above. Do you encounter problems even if Fitness+ is available in your country? Use the comments section and share your feedback.
Related: Here is how to perform your first Apple Fitness+ workout!
I did all above steps and still do not have the + tab on my iPhone Fitness App
Nylene, can you please mention your iPhone model and country?
Same here. I’m up to date on a 12 and it doesn’t appear in my fitness app as even an option.
Chris, thanks for sharing. This is a big mystery. I’m aware that there still appears to be a problem with the availability of the Fitness app for iPad and thus no Fitness+ for some iPad users that should be compatible. However, having the same problem on an iPhone as long as you’re in the US and are updated to iOS 14.3 (build no. 18C66) makes no sense! Do get back to us please if you manage to find the cause of it!
I have the exact same issue. However I am on the beta program with the 12 could that be an issue?
Monique, yes that could be a problem. What build number does your beta have? Is it 18C66?
Although they said that in Lithuania after the update will be possible on December 14, the apple fitness + did not appear on my iPhone XS Max
Vitalijus, Lithuania is not amongst the countries included in the first wave of Fitness+ release. Only English speaking countries (nited States, United Kingdom, New Zealand, Ireland, Canada and Australia) have been included in this initial release, to avoid unwanted injuries and any lawsuits associated with them. Apple requires more time to translate the workouts to other languages.
All the above has been done and still no tab. All updates complete.
In the uk
Amba, thanks for sharing. Strange indeed. Can you please mention what device you’re using? Exact iPhone / iPad model?
I purchased an Apple Watch SE for my wife. She has an iPhone 11 Max. All software is up to date. The apple fitness + tab does not appear in the fitness app. We’re pretty disappointed. How can we fix this? We’re in Philadelphia, PA USA
Michael this is really strange. Can you please Open the Settings app on the iPhone 11 Max and go for General -> About -> Software Version. Next, tap on 14.3 to unveil the build number. Please let me know what string you get. Is it 18C66?
Similar to Michael Blowney above. I have an iPhone XR and an apple 5 watch. The option of fitness plus doesn’t appear in the middle of the bottom of the screen. Everything up to date. Super frustrating. I’m in Canada.
Stacy, can you confirm that the iOS 14.3 build number on your iPhone is 18C66?
Same problem, no Apple Fitness tab on phone and I am unable to download Fitness on an iPad (even with the direct link from the article, download is grayed out).
iPhone XR- iOS 14.0 (18A373)
iPad 6th gen. iPad OS 14.3 (18C66)
Adam, update iPhone XR to iOS 14.3 (18C66) and Fitness+ should become available in the Fitness app.
On iPad, it seems that there are still occasional download problems. Have you tried to reboot your iPad and use the link again?
This worked like a charm! Thank you!
Jennifer, you’re welcome. Thanks for confirming! Enjoy!
Not fitness plus in the fitness app. iPhoneX updated to 14.3
Shay, that’s crazy. Have you tried to reboot iPhone and see if this makes any difference?
Another option would be to delete the Fitness app and reinstall it. Unfortunately, there is no Offload option for Fitness app in Setings -> General -> iPhone Storage. Which means that you could lose your Fitness data if you delete the app.
same as above- I have the an iphone 8 plus that I have updated and just purchased a iwatch 6 and still do not have the fitness + selection in my fitness app
Amy, reports are pilling up about this. Have you tried to reboot iPhone, force close the Fitness app and re-open it?
What about signing out of iCloud and logging back in? Do any of these tips help out?
Hi, I am in the Uk. Have an iPhone 11. Tuning 18D52. No fitness +. Have logged in and out. Turned phone off.
This is too strange. Does the problem still persist?
Same as others. I have a iPhone 11, Apple Watch 3, and iPad 8th gen all up to date, rebooted, un paired and paired. No fitness + available anywhere – including the link you gave. I live in the San Francisco Bay Area. Frustrating.
That must be frustrating for you and very intriguing for us. Can you confirm that the iPhone and iPad are on iOS 14.3 build number 18C66?
I am having the same issue I have a iPhone 11 everything update and I have a Series iWatch. The build number is 18B92
Alexandra, build number 18B92 is for iOS 14.2. Apple Fitness+ is only available from iOS 14.3 onward. Please update iPhone to iOS 14.3!
I have an iPhone 12 max pro, updated to the new ios with that number and I still don’t have the fitness plus. Dallas, TX
Jordan, thanks for sharing this. Have you tried to sign out and back in to your iCloud account, to see if it helps?
I did all above steps and still do not have the + tab on my iPhone Fitness App
Ramiza, you sure that you’re browsing from one of the six supported countries in this initial release stage: United States, United Kingdom, New Zealand, Ireland, Canada and Australia?
New iphone 12 ios 14.3 iwatch 6 ver7.2 no fitness + just regular fitness app that says to start using this app on iphone first setup activity on iwatch which the activity on watch shows nothing special to setup. Been trying for weeks no fitness+ just basically fitness app
Rob, not sure why Fitness+ doesn’t come up, but you’re not the only one in this situaiton.
Rob, did you manage to fix this issue? I have the same problem.
I have an iPad min 4th generation and the fitness app will not download on it. Definitely frustrating as it’s only a few months old, and my 2 year old iPhone 8 has it. I just don’t find it functional to use fitness+ on a tiny screen, I want to use my iPad. I am in Canada.
Meagan, I understand your frustration. This is happening on my 8th gen iPad too. Apparently, someone wants us to buy Apple TVs.
I just tried again using the direct link above and was able to download it finally… THANKS!
Meagan, thanks for getting back and confirming. Glad we could help.
I have an iPad 11, with 14.3 (18C66) installed. Disconnected iCloud, and reconnected. Cannot download the Fitness app from the store, or manually from the link
Lee, thanks for reporting. This seems to be a widespread issue as we got numerous similar reports. We’ve sent feedback request to Apple about it. Let’s hope a fix is on its way anytime now.
I spent several hours on the phone with Apple yesterday, shared my screen and all, to no avail… escalated and waiting for a call back… they are aware of the issue but have no idea why some of us can’t even see the tab…
US
iPhone 12 Pro Max
Apple Watch 4
All up to date…
Joel, thanks for sharing this. Please get back to us after you get the call back and let us know if they managed a viable workaround.
Any chance that the fitness+ will be available in South Africa?
Rhuandi, it should become available worldwide it’s only a matter of time. Some countries will get it in the second release wave, others later. The order will be probably determined by marketing value.
Hi,
I have an iphone 12 pro max (iOS 14.3), Apple Watch 5 (watchOS 7.2) and Apple TV (tvOS 14.3) but I cannot find the Fitness+ tag in the Fitness App and there is no Fitness App in the TV app store.
I tried to log out and in from the Cloud and restart the devices and still don’t have fitness +.
Located in Hungary.
Can you please help what the problem is here?
Emese, that’s because Fitness+ isn’t available in Hungry. At the moment it’s only available in six countries, all of them having English as official language: United States, United Kingdom, New Zealand, Ireland, Canada and Australia.
Patricia, thanks for the information. Do you have any info about when it will be available in Hungary as well?
Emese, no such info available yet. We will update it on the update as soon as Apple announces it.
Apple Fitness app is not available for download on iPhone 6s running iOS 14.3. It’s greyed out in the App Store with the message, “This app requires specific features not available on this device.”
This is strange. iPhone 6s is supported by Apple Fitness+. You sure that you’re running iOS 14.3 and not a beta version?
I have the same issue.
I have iPhone 6s, apple watch series 4, both up to date, I’m from Israel.
Tried all the above plus deleting and reinstalling the app. un and resync apple watch. still doesn’t work
Ofir, Apple Fitness+ isn’t available in Israel at the moment. It’s only live in 6 countries including United States, UK, Australia, Canada, New Zealand and Ireland.
I have followed all the steps and still have no tab available, in the fitness app. I am beyond disappointed
Lena, this is crazy. You sure that you’re trying to get this from an accepted country?
Hi, I am in the Uk. Have an iPhone 11. Tuning 18D52. No fitness +. Have logged in and out. Turned phone off.
Same. I’ve talking Apple support now, went through 3 people and and trying the 4th person. They don’t even understand what the exact issue. Did screen sharing and everything. Over one hour has passed. Still waiting for the 4 th person to come on. I did not know this was going on this long. Hard to believe they have not fixed it yet.
UK iPhone 12 updated to 14.5.1. Phone rebooted.
Fitness app isn’t in my phone, let alone fitness+ tab and I can’t download the app. It says
This app requires specific features not available on this phone.
I bought the phone direct from Apple
Thanks for reporting. It seems that you might need to pair an Apple Watch to the iPhone to be able to download the Fitness app. Do you own an Apple Watch?
What are the Apple Exclusive Fitness features that are so adaptable to Apple’s ecosystem? List those features.
Well I think the most exclusive is the real-time fitness data that’s registered by the Apple Watch. Like heart rate, calories burned etc.