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Let’s Get Physical: The 17 Best Workout Apps for 2022
Workout apps make fitness fun. But with, like, a billion apps to choose from, finding the right one can be harder than an actual workout.
That’s where we come in. We did all the digging for you to pick the best workout apps for all budgets and fitness levels. Let’s dive right in.
A quick look at the best workout apps
- Best for bodyweight workout: Home Workout – No Equipment
- Best for women: Sweat
- Best for HIIT: FiiT
- Best for ab workouts: Six Pack in 30 Days
- Best for booty workouts: Daily Butt Workout
- Best for short workouts: Seven
- Best for muscle gain: JEFIT
- Best for beginners: Le Sweat TV
- Best free options: Nike Training Club
- Best for resistance band workouts: Resistance Bands Workouts by Fitify
- Best for kettlebell workouts: Kettlebell Workouts by Fitify
- Best for weightlifting: StrongLifts 5×5
- Best for pregnancy and postpartum: Baby2Body
- Best for Pilates workouts: Pilates Anytime
- Best for barre workouts: Obe Fitness
- Best for home workouts: Peloton
- Best for weight loss: FitOn
How we chose the best workout apps
We did a ton of research to find the best workout apps for almost anyone. Here are the criteria we used to choose the best. These apps:
- have fab customer reviews
- offer easy cancellation plans
- are great for your body and budget
- are user-friendly and reliable (aka not buggy)
- have a wide variety of workouts
The best workout apps
Without further ado, here’s our list of 17 of the best workout apps to help nearly every body rock their body.
Best bodyweight workout app
Home Workout – No Equipment
- Price: free 7-day trial, $39.99 per year
- Platforms: Android, iOS
- Workouts offered: bodyweight workouts
Get personalized workout recommendations and a personal trainer based on your gender, size, weight, age, and fitness goals. This app looks deceptively simple, but offers a range of workouts that can target problem areas or work your full body. It’s a great option if you prefer the app generating a workout for you rather than scrolling through endless lists yourself. Although, you can scroll through lists if you want to.
Reviewers say it’s great for busy bees that want to squeeze in a workout *and* for people with specific goals like losing weight or bulking up.
Best workout app for women
Sweat
- Price: free 7-day trial, $19.99/month (or $119.94/year)
- Platforms: Android, iOS
- Workouts offered: weightlifting, bodyweight workouts, HIIT, yoga, Pilates, barre, boxing, low impact strength training, pregnancy and postpartum
Remember that Kayla Itsines PDF we all passed around 8 years ago? The Australian personal trainer’s workouts came a LONG way since then.
The Sweat app has tons of progressive programs designed for women by women. We’re fans of Stephanie Sanzo’s Strength & Resistance program, which is a full-body weightlifting program. You’ll typically need a gym membership or a pretty well-stocked home gym to complete it — but there are a bunch of at-home programs with less equipment needed to choose from, too.
Each program usually gives you a bird’s-eye view of your week and allows you to schedule each workout ahead of time. When it’s time to hit the gym, the app offers warmup options, detailed instructions and videos for each move, pre-set timers for rest, and a cooldown. It’s great for beginners looking to dive into a routine or advanced athletes looking for a little more structure.
Best HIIT workout app
FiiT
- Price: free 14-day trial, $20/month ($120/year)
- Platforms: Android, iOS
- Workouts offered: dumbbell, kettlebell, bodyweight, HIIT, strength training, Pilates, yoga, AssaultBike
FiiT can keep your sweat sesh fresh. The three categories (strength, cardio, and rebalance) come in 10-, 25-, 40-, or 60-minute classes. You can also pick from entry-level, beginner, intermediate, or advanced levels for each.
The brand says all you typically need is a 2-by-2-meter space to get started. Many of the workouts usually don’t require any equipment other than an exercise mat — but you can also take strength classes with dumbbells or kettlebells, or even hop on an AssaultBike air bike for a connected HIIT sesh.
There are week-by-week programs that you can follow along with, too. Not sure if it’s the app for you? Start with a 14-day free trial to check it out before you commit.
Best ab workout app
Six Pack in 30 Days
- Price: $9.99/month ($39.99/year)
- Platforms: Android, iOS
- Workouts offered: core workouts
If you’ve got a handle on your workouts and just want to add some core-specific workouts to your routine, this one might be for you.
You can choose from a beginner, intermediate, or advanced program. No matter which you choose, you’ll usually work through a progressive 30-day program that gets more difficult over time.
Reviewers say it can be easy to follow along with the workouts. They also say it’s great for beginners — but fitness fanatics appreciate the challenge too.
Best booty workout app
Daily Butt Workout
- Price: free (or $4.99 for pro version)
- Platforms: Android, iOS
- Workouts offered: butt-toning workouts
Try this free app made to provide you with baby-got-back butt workouts. It only has two different 5- to 10-minute targeted workouts, but they might make your booty feel the burn. You can also pay $5 for the pro version, which can create random routines using 30 diff exercises.
The routines come with videos that can be easy to follow, and the app usually only requires short workouts once daily. Just remember that workouts like this aren’t designed to get your whole bod in shape — it takes more than booty workouts to get fit.
Best workout app for short workouts
Seven
- Price: free, premium: $4.99/month ($39.99/year)
- Platforms: Android, iOS
- Workouts offered: bodyweight workouts, HIIT, yoga, stretch, cardio
Don’t have an hour a day to dedicate to SoulCycle? We hear ya. Thankfully, Seven’s 7-minute workout routines are made to give you the max benefit in the shortest time possible.
The app lets you customize your workouts based on your goal (getting fit, losing weight, or getting strong) and fitness level. Each workout is designed to do anytime and anywhere — zero equipment needed.
You can also launch the workouts right from your Apple Watch, so you might never miss a workout.
Best workout app for muscle gain
JEFIT
- Price: free, Elite: $12.99/month ($79.99/year)
- Platforms: Android, iOS
- Workouts offered: weightlifting, bodybuilding, powerlifting, bodyweight workouts
JEFIT can be a smart and fast way to track your training. The app is designed to make it easier to track your progress at the gym — rather than tracking your weights and workouts in an old notebook.
So, whether you’re a weightlifting newbie doing 4-day splits or an advanced bodybuilder, Jefit can build you a customized workout plan that progresses over time. You can also get an entire exercise database with detailed instructions and videos for each.
Try using the app for free or opt for the Elite subscription, which gives you access to audio cues, more advanced analytics, and extra training routines.
Best workout app for beginners
Le Sweat TV
- Price: free 7-day trial, $18.99/month ($159.99/year)
- Platforms: Android, iOS
- Workouts offered: bodyweight workouts, HIIT, strength, cardio, yoga, mobility
Get ready for professional-grade training in the comfort of your home. All workouts are designed by world-class trainer Charlee Atkins.
Le Sweat offers progressive programs that may help beginners. Get started with a 4-week beginner program with 5 strength and cardio workouts per week. Or jump into a 30-day booty challenge or a dumbbell-focused calendar.
Reviewers say this app has a personal trainer feel that’s great for beginners or people jumping back into fitness. They also say you might get legit results if you stick to it.
Best free workout app
Nike Training Club
- Price: free
- Platforms: Android, iOS
- Workouts offered: strength, yoga, HIIT, cardio
During the COVID-19 pandemic, Nike made this popular workout app temporarily free to give people access to workouts while sheltering in place. But shortly after, the company decided to make its app free forever. Woot!
You can choose between tons of live and on-demand classes. Access strength, yoga, HIIT, and cardio classes with almost any equipment available to you. You can also get healthy recipes, nutrition advice, and mindfulness videos.
The app also features programs designed to help you reach diff fitness goals. Jump into a basics program for a bodyweight-only workout refresher, or sign up for a pro strength program you’ll complete at the gym.
Best resistance band workout app
Resistance Bands Workouts by Fitify
- Price: free with in-app purchases
- Platforms: Android, iOS
- Workouts offered: strength workouts
Strengthen almost everything from your bum to your tum with this super-fun app. It’s made for resistance workouts (obvi), so be sure to buy some resistance bands before you get going.
The app has four different workout programs that feature more than 30 exercises. Each exercise has a how-to video accompanying it to make sure your form is on point.
Reviewers say that they can tackle these workouts almost anywhere (no lugging heavy weights around!). They also say that building your own workout can be super simple and keeps things exciting.
Best kettlebell workout app
Kettlebell Workouts by Fitify
- Price: free with in-app purchases
- Platforms: Android, iOS
- Workouts offered: strength workouts
Kettlebell workouts are fab for increasing balance and strength. This app has more than 45 different exercises and 5 workout programs to get your kettlebell on.
Like the resistance band version of this app, each exercise involves a how-to video and a voice coach cueing you.
Reviewers say that you usually need a kettlebell and this app to do a workout. They’re fans of how easy it can be to progress over time — you can increase the intensity by upping the weight of your kettlebell.
Best workout app for weightlifting
StrongLifts 5×5
- Price: free with in-app purchases
- Platforms: Android, iOS
- Workouts offered: weightlifting
If you’re looking for an app made to kick your butt into gear while lifting weights, this could be the app for you. The intuitive tech records all your weights, sets, and reps.
If you’re in the mood to create your own workout, you can — but if you need the app to customize one for you, you can do that, too.
It also uses progressive overload principles to make sure you get those gains. You’ll notice the recommended weights increasing each week.
Reviewers say this could be the best weightlifting app there is. They say the progressive nature of the app may show serious results. But a great part is that it can take all the planning and calculating out of your workout.
Best workout app for pregnancy and postpartum
Baby2Body
- Price: 7-day trial, $17.99/month or $39.99/quarter
- Platforms: Android, iOS
- Workouts offered: strength, yoga, stretch, cardio, breathing, pelvic floor workouts
This might be the best option if you’ve got a bun in the oven or if you had a bébé recently. In addition to fitness, Baby2Body emphasizes calm and overall wellness. There’s even a workout option if you’re currently trying to conceive.
It includes pelvic floor workouts and pregnancy-safe exercise options for every workout. We’re fans of the added mindfulness and nutrition info you get access to.
Best Pilates workout app
Pilates Anytime
- Price: 15-day free trial, $18/month ($198/year)
- Platforms: Android, iOS
- Workouts offered: mat Pilates, reformer Pilates
Pilates Anytime is made to live up to its name. All you usually need is a mat! You can choose from more than 3,700 Pilates classes (wowza!), with new classes added weekly.
You can find mat Pilates *and* reformer Pilates classes on this app — so you might be covered no matter what equipment you’ve got at home. The customizable filters can help you pick the best style and level for you.
Best barre workout app
Obe Fitness
- Price: 7-day free trial $19/month ($199/year)
- Platforms: Android, iOS
- Workouts offered: barre, Pilates, yoga, HIIT, dance, cycling, strength, boxing, trampoline, pregnancy and postpartum
Obe Fitness has a huge library of 80s-inspired workouts led by bubbly instructors. While the app offers a huge variety of classes (including trampoline classes?! So fun), we picked it for the barre app because it has waaaay more available classes than popular competitors.
You can filter by different body parts you want to target (or stick to full-body), fitness level, class length, and equipment. And there are sooo many classes that you might never have to take the same class twice — unless you want to, that is. 🙂
Best home workout app
Peloton
- Price: 30-day free trial, $12.99/month ($39/month for use with bikes or tread)
- Platforms: Android, iOS
- Workouts offered: strength, yoga, cardio, meditation, running, cycling, treadmill, walking
For some people, Peloton became an instant cult classic for at-home workouts for a reason. It offers hundreds of interactive workouts for all levels. The app contains almost everything from cardio and meditation to indoor running, outdoor running, walking, cycling, stretching, yoga, and strength training. And, you usually don’t need a Peloton to enjoy almost everything the app has to offer.
FYI: This app tends to work best if you have a smart TV, so you can follow along on a big screen.
Best workout app for weight loss
FitOn
- Price: free with in-app purchases
- Platforms: Android, iOS
- Workouts offered: cardio, strength, HIIT, yoga, stretch, bodyweight workouts, Pilates, nutrition programs
If you’re looking to lose weight, you’ve probably heard that crash dieting or overly-intense workouts aren’t healthy or sustainable.
We think FitOn may be your pick for weight loss because of its well-rounded approach that focuses on all parts of wellness, including fitness, nutrition, mindfulness, sleep, and stress reduction. The free app offers courses and guides made to help you reach your goals. Choose from programs like “Ultime 30-day HIIT, “Total Burn,” “Health Eating 101” or “The Mindful Eater.”
You can also browse through different diff guides to help you reduce sugar intake, sleep better, or hydrate properly.
The fitness programs boast celebrity workouts from the likes of Gabrielle Union, Julianne Hough, and JVN (aka fan fave Jonathan Van Ness). Slay.
How to choose the workout app for you
Ready to go app picking? Here are some things to keep in mind:
Determine your fitness goal
Are you trying to get big quick, build a booty, lose some weight, or just work out more often? Knowing your main goal can make it waaay easier to choose an app. Here are some tips for getting started:
- If you want to build strength in general, look for apps with bodyweight, dumbbell, or resistance band workouts.
- If you’re looking to build LOTS of muscle, make sure you look for apps with strength programs that include resistance training. Think weightlifting, dumbbells, kettlebells, etc.
- If you want to lose weight, consider apps with strength and cardio options (like HIIT) that will help you build muscle and burn fat at the same time. Some apps also have nutrition advice that some people find super helpful for meeting their weight loss goals.
- If you’re trying to target a specific area — like your booty or abs — make sure you choose an app with targeted lower body, upper body, and core workouts.
Equipment needed
Now that you know your goal, it’s important to consider what equipment you’ll need for your workout.
If you already have a gym membership or you have access to plenty of gym machines and equipment, the world is your oyster.
If you plan to work out at home and only own a pair of ankle weights, make sure you choose an app that doesn’t require a full home gym.
Free vs. paid apps
You don’t need to spend the big bucks to get a high quality fitness app. There are plenty of high quality fitness apps with free versions or low cost memberships.
Most apps also have some sort of trial period to try the workouts before you have to start paying into a membership. Shop around for free until you find your fave.
Variety
Opt for an app that offers a variety of workouts. Workout variety can prevent boredom and burnout. We all need a change now and then. If you feel excited about a new workout every day, you may be more likely to stick with your exercise routine.
Progression
Some apps have thousands of workouts, but little guidance on where to get started and how to progress over time.
For some people, that’s A-OK. But for others, that can be really frustrating.
To find an app that offers progressive workouts, look for apps with exercise programs rather than exercise classes. Sweat, for example, offers week-by-week programs that progress over time so that you can constantly improve in a manageable way.
Reviews
This goes without saying, but you prob want to avoid workout apps with terrible reviews. Browse reviews on Google Play or the App Store to get an in-depth view of what reviewers think about the app.
These kinds of reviews can actually be hella helpful because many users provide feedback in the hopes that the app developers will make improvements. And a lot of times, they do!
The bottom line
With this list of the best workout apps, you could be owning your health game in no time. Just remember that finding the fitness app of your dream body’s dreams might take some trial and error. So, don’t be afraid to shop around!
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The Specialist: Biologics for Psoriatic Arthritis
Psoriatic arthritis (PsA) can develop in people who have psoriasis, impacting the skin, joints, and energy levels. It’s often a painful condition and can have a significant impact on your quality of life.
Biologic therapies have been found to be highly effective for psoriatic arthritis (PsA), though finding the best regimen for you can take time. Dr. Stella Bard, a board certified rheumatologist, explains how this works.
What are biologics and how do they work?
Biologics are immune treatments that are given by injection or infusion. They contain proteins that target a specific cytokine or protein in the blood and immune system that is involved in inflammation.
Disease-modifying antirheumatic drugs or DMARDs, in short, are used to treat psoriatic arthritis and other conditions including:
- rheumatoid arthritis
- axial spondyloarthritis
- psoriasis
- inflammatory bowel disease
Biologic DMARDs come from an animal or human source.
Synthetic DMARDs can work in a similar way but are made in a lab.
For psoriatic arthritis (PsA), biologic treatments include:
- TNF inhibitors:
- adalimumab (Humira)
- certolizumab pegol (Cimzia)
- etanercept (Enbrel)
- golimumab (Simponi)
- infliximab (Remicade)
- IL-17 inhibitors:
- ixekizumab (Taltz)
- secukinumab (Cosentyx)
- IL-23 inhibitors:
- guselkumab (Tremfya)
- risankizumab (Skyrizi)
- IL 12/23 inhibitors:
- ustekinumab (Stelara)
These treatments have different delivery methods, including:
- Self-injectable pens. These allow you to inject the drug into your skin. They have an auto-injector that makes the process easier.
- Pre-filled syringes. They contain a prepared dose, but the needle is plunged into the body manually. These devices help avoid contamination risk and errors in dosing.
- Infusions. These are delivered intravenously in a hospital or clinic setting, or at home.
| Self-injectable pens | Pre-filled syringes | Infusions | |
| TNF inhibitors | |||
| adalimumab (Humira) | X | X | |
| certolizumab pegol (Cimzia) | X | X | |
| etanercept (Enbrel) | X | X | |
| golimumab (Simponi) | X | X | X |
| infliximab (Remicade) | X | ||
| IL-17 inhibitors | |||
| ixekizumab (Taltz) | X | X | |
| secukinumab (Cosentyx) | X | X | |
| IL-23 inhibitors | |||
| guselkumab (Tremfya) | X | X | |
| ustekinumab (Stelara) | X | X | X |
| risankizumab (Skyrizi) | X | X |
Should I be worried about infection?
Some biologics are more immunosuppressive than others, depending on which cytokine they are targeting and blocking.
In general, because biologics suppress the immune system, they increase the risk of common infections such as:
- upper respiratory infections
- pneumonia
- urinary tract infections
- skin infections
Antibiotics and vaccines can help reduce the risk while taking biologics for some infections, like pneumonia.
Are there any other risks?
Injection site reaction is a skin reaction at the location where the shot is injected and might include:
- redness
- itching
- swelling
- pain
This is not an allergy and should resolve on its own.
An infusion reaction can show as:
- redness at the infusion site
- flushing
- nausea
- rash
- shortness of breath
- chest tightness
- face swelling
- fever or chills
- high or low blood pressure
Patients are usually premedicated to prevent these complications and are monitored closely during their infusions.
TNF inhibitors can reactivate infections such as tuberculosis or hepatitis B. Patients are screened for these conditions before starting treatment.
They can also cause a rare lupus-like syndrome, can worsen congestive heart failure, and can cause liver problems with yellowing of the skin and eyes.
In some cases, TNF inhibitors can cause paradoxical psoriasis in people being treated for other conditions.
Biologics might slightly increase risks for certain cancers and progressive multifocal leukoencephalopathy and other demyelinating disorders.
The IL-17 inhibitors such as cosentyx have a risk of inducing inflammatory bowel disease such as Crohn’s Disease or ulcerative colitis.
How do you take biologic medications?
Biologics are injected into the skin or infused into a vein. The specific dosage depends on the disease, so there are different regimens for the same drug.
For example,
adalimumab (Humira) is prescribed as one injection every 2 weeks for PsA but requires a loading dose of weekly injection for psoriatic skin clearance. Humira is also used for inflammatory bowel disease.Certolizumab pegol (Cimzia) is another TNF inhibitor that is injected as a loading dose every 2 weeks, three times in the first month, and then is followed by monthly maintenance doses.
Using the autopen
Each medication will have detailed instructions and videos on how to use. In brief, the steps are:
- Take the autopen out of the fridge 30 to 90 minutes before you’ll use it. Leave it in the carton.
- Lay out an alcohol swab, sharps container, and cotton ball or gauze with your autopen.
- Pick a site for injection. The front of the thigh or stomach is good, but you shouldn’t go closer than 2 inches toward the belly button or too close to a previous injection site.
- Wash your hands then clean the injection site with the alcohol swab.
- Pull the cap off the autopen, looking to see that the medication is clear or yellow, which indicates it’s good to use. If it’s cloudy or has large flakes, you should not use it.
- Squeeze the injection site with your fingers so it creates a raised platform. Holding the pen with your other hand, place it down firmly at a 90-degree angle on the skin.
- Press the activation button to inject the medication and hold. You’ll hear a click when it starts to dispense and a second click after about 15 seconds when it’s complete. There may also be an indicator window that shows you it’s complete.
- Pull the pen out of the skin and cover the injection site with a cotton ball or gauze.
- Dispose of the pen in a safe container.
Using a pre-filled syringe
The steps for using a pre-filled syringe are largely similar to those for an autopen. Check the exact instructions for your medication online.
- Take the syringe out of the fridge 15 to 30 minutes before you’ll use it. Leave on the needle cover.
- Lay out an alcohol swab, sharps container, and cotton ball or gauze with your syringe.
- Pick a site for injection. The front of the thigh or stomach is good, but you shouldn’t go closer than 2 inches toward the belly button or too close to a previous injection site.
- Wash your hands then clean the injection site with the alcohol swab.
- Hold the needle in one hand. Gently lift off the needle cover with the other hand. Don’t touch the needle!
- Look to see that the medication is clear or yellow, which indicates it’s good to use. If it’s cloudy or has large flakes, you should not use it.
- Hold the body of the syringe with your thumb and index fingers. Squeeze the injection site with your other hand to make a raised platform.
- Dart the needle in at a 45-degree angle and push the plunger in until all the medication is dispensed.
- Slowly remove the needle from the skin, keeping it at that 45-degree angle. Cover the injection site with a cotton ball or gauze.
- Dispose of the syringe in a safe container.
Can you take biologics with other medications for PsA?
You can take biologics in combination with synthetic DMARDs such as:
- methotrexate
- leflunomide
- otezla (a PDE4 inhibitor)
Certain biologics such as IL-23 and IL-17s can be used in combination with targeted small molecules such as Janus Kinase inhibitors while monitoring for immunosuppression. These biologics are not as immunosuppressive as TNF inhibitors and have a better safety profile.
NSAIDs and steroids can be used for symptom relief until the biologic is able to accumulate and be effective or during flares for symptom improvement.
Dr. Stella Bard is a board certified rheumatologist with over 13 years of experience in managing complex medical problems. She is a graduate of SUNY Downstate College of Medicine and completed her fellowship in UMDNJ Robert Wood Johnson. While there, she studied under world authorities in gout, Lyme disease, and scleroderma. She then set up a center dedicated to treating New York City residents living with rheumatologic conditions. As a long-time resident of the City, Dr. Bard is attuned to special health needs in its diverse communities. She serves as a medical advisor for Healthline.
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What’s the Deal With CBDistillery? We Tried It to Find Out
With so much growing interest in the therapeutic effects of cannabidiol (CBD), it’s safe to say CBD is officially the popular kid.
Tons of CBD products are flooding the market, which can make it hard to find quality stuff. And because not every CBD product is legit, it’s important to do your research and buy from a reputable company.
So, how does CBDistillery, a subsidiary of Balanced Health Botanicals, stack up? Since its founding in 2016, the brand has sold to millions of customers and worked hard to say #ByeFelicia to cannabis stigma.
Below, we go into the good and bad, digging into CBDistillery’s rep and product quality to let you know whether the brand’s stuff is worth your money. Read on to find out the deets.
CBDistillery at a glance: The pros and cons
Before we get into the nitty-gritty: The CBDistillery brand passed our vetting process for CBD brands and products. But not every product passed. (Want more info on how we vet CBD products? We get into it below.)
Pros
- Transparent AF. The brand is certified by the U.S. Hemp Authority, which means it’s gone through some hefty vetting and meets strict ingredient and labeling standards. It also provides third-party testing results for allll of its products on its website.
- High quality and safe processes. CBDistillery says it makes its products with non-GMO hemp grown right in the US of A. The brand also uses an extraction process called carbon dioxide (CO2) supercritical extraction to create its full and broad-spectrum CBD products, a process considered both safe and eco-friendly.
- Great reviews. Lots of customers are happy as clams about their CBDistillery purchases. We also tried all the products below ourselves and agree that they’re awesome.
- Wide product range. Not super into CBD oil? You’re covered with CBDistillery’s giant variety of product offerings.
Cons
- Shipping issues. Despite having many positive reviews, some customers complain about shipping delays and customer service probs.
- Some products failed our vetting process. Some CBDistillery products contain added vitamins and supplements (like melatonin or vitamin B12) or other cannabinoids like CBN or CBG. The brand also offers pet products. These kinds of products don’t meet our standards ATM bc there’s very limited research on their safety and effectiveness.
CBD Glossary
Need a little refresher on the most common CBD terms? Here’s a quick breakdown:
- Cannabidiol (CBD). One of many (over 100) cannabinoids in the cannabis plant. Research has shown it to be helpful for improving anxiety, chronic pain, sleep issues, epilepsy, and inflammation.
- Tetrahydrocannabinol (THC). Another cannabinoid in the cannabis plant known for creating the infamous psychoactive effects of weed.
- Full-spectrum CBD. Contains alllll the naturally-occurring cannabis plant compounds, including terpenes, flavonoids, and a teeny tiny amount of THC (less than 0.3 percent in federally legal products).
- Broad-spectrum CBD. It has no THC but like full-spectrum CBD, contains the rest of the compounds you’d typically find in the cannabis plant.
- CBD isolate. This is 100% pure CBD.
- Terpenes. These are aromatic compounds found in the cannabis plant that have shown to have therapeutic benefits of their own.
- Flavonoids. Other plant compounds with antioxidant properties.
- Entourage effect. This theory states that keeping all the compounds of the cannabis plant together boosts CBD’s therapeutic effects.
What is CBDistillery?
Founded in 2016, CBDistillery is a popular online CBD retailer with a wide selection of CBD products.
The company was originally owned by Balanced Health Botanicals, which was acquired by Village Farms International in 2021.
According to the brand’s website, a group of Coloradans founded the company in 2016 with a mission to create high quality, fairly-priced, U.S-grown hemp products. The brand is also committed to educating consumers on CBD through its #CBDMOVEMENT.
So… did they pull it off? We’ll dive into that below (spoiler alert: Yes!).
Quality and transparency
It’s clear that CBDistillery is committed to creating high quality products.
The brand is certified by the U.S. Hemp Authority, which means it meets strict standards for the sourcing, manufacturing, and labeling of all its products. This cert is the best in the industry and has to be renewed annually, so the brand undergoes regular audits to keep the U.S. Hemp Authority seal on its products. Two thumbs up from us.
Also, while the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) doesn’t regulate CBD products the way it regulated prescription medications, it will send warning letters to companies if they violate rules surrounding CBD marketing and labeling. Often, this happens when a company makes wild AF claims about a product. CBDistillery hasn’t received any FDA warning letters.
To top it off, the company received self-affirmed generally recognized as safe (GRAS) status in 2019 after an independent review by toxicologists. The brand also sits at the cool kid’s table, meaning it’s part of the U.S. Hemp Roundtable and the National Hemp Association.
An important note: CBDistillery labels its products as “Hemp supplements,” which is technically against the FDA’s rules. Other companies have received FDA warning letters for this.
Hemp sourcing/extraction process
CBDistillery claims to source its hemp from U.S. farms in Oregon, Kentucky, and Colorado — the big three hemp farming states. The hemp is industrially grown and non-GMO.
CBDistillery is also pretty clear about how it extracts CBD for its broad-spectrum and full-spectrum products. A process called carbon dioxide (CO2) supercritical extraction pulls CBD from the cannabis plant without getting rid of goodies like terpenes and flavonoids. The process is considered safe, environmentally friendly, and the “cleanest” extraction method.
To extract CBD isolate, CBDistillery uses ethanol extraction, a process that can leave behind solvents unsafe for human consumption. But the brand makes sure to test products for solvents, so you’re not gulping them down or rubbing them into your skin.
Third-party testing
Speaking of third-party testing, every CBDistillery product is tested by ISO 17025-accredited third-party labs and comes with a certificate of analysis (COA).
Testing checks and COAs show results for:
- potency
- cannabinoid profile
- terpene content
- contaminants like
- heavy metals
- pesticides
- residual solvents
- mold
- bacteria
You can find the COAs by checking the product images on product pages and accessing the QR code. If you already have a product in hand, scan the QR code for testing results.
Manufacturing standards
Oh, and did we mention CBDistillery’s manufacturing plant is Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment-approved? It’s also ISO-9001-certified and NSF international certified for following current good manufacturing practices (CGMP).
Types of products and how much they cost
CBDistillery offers broad-spectrum, full-spectrum, and CBD isolate products in a range of potencies and forms, like:
The price of each product depends on how much CBD is in it, ranging from $30 to $260. Most products hover around $45 to $80.
The brand also offers products with added ingredients like vitamins (like melatonin for sleep and vitamin B12 for energy), other cannabinoids (CBG/CBN), and CBD for pets.
We don’t recommend these products because of the limited research behind them. There’s little info about how added ingredients like vitamins and supplements interact with CBD.
There’s also very little info about the effectiveness and safety of CBD for pets. There’s no dosing standard, either, making it tricky to make sure you’re giving the right amount. If you really want to try CBD for your furbaby, you need to be ultra-careful since THC is toxic to animals.
We prefer to be extra cautious and recommend skipping CBD for pets altogether until more research indicates whether it’s safe and how much to give based on pet weight.
If you gotta try it, talk with your vet first.
Company policies and customer reviews
Shipping, returns, and other policies
You can save a little moolah (as much as 20 percent off) by signing up for a subscription. You can have your CBD delivered every 4, 6, 8, 10, or 12 weeks.
CBDistillery offers free shipping on orders over $75. If you spend less than that, you’ll pay around $9 for standard shipping.
The brand has a 60-day money-back guarantee that promises to give you a full refund on your product if you don’t love it. Caveat: You need to try it for 2 weeks before you can try to get your money back. And you only get your money back if it’s the first time you’re buying the product.
You can file claims for damaged products, but you’re out of luck if you change your mind and no longer want a product.
Customer reviews
Balanced Health Botanicals has a stellar A+ Better Business Bureau (BBB) rating and is BBB accredited. (Though Village Farms International doesn’t have a rating and isn’t BBB accredited.)
There are some complaints on its BBB page about shipping and returns (ugh), but reviews on CBDistillery’s site are absolutely GLOWING. Most products have hundreds (if not thousands) of reviews, so it’s super easy to get a good idea if a product is worth trying.
Best CBDistillery products
How we chose the best CBDistillery products
The FDA hasn’t yet established standards for CBD testing and labeling, so the quality and potency of CBD products can vary a lot — even products from the same brand.
First off, we’re confident in recommending products from CBDistillery because the company:
- provides proof of third-party testing by an ISO 17025-compliant lab
- uses U.S.-grown hemp
- has not received an FDA warning letter
- does not make any unsupported health claims
- has a good track record with customers
Additionally, we only recommend products that:
- don’t contain additional vitamins and supplements
- have an up-to-date certificate of analysis (COA) — either unexpired or issued within the last year
- contain no more than 0.3 percent THC, according to the COA
- get passing results for pesticides, heavy metals, and molds, according to the COA
- are accurately labeled for potency, within a certain margin of error (less than 30 percent)
If you haven’t noticed, we take this sh*t seriously. So, you might not see every CBDistillery product you’re curious about recommended below.
Here’s a brief overview of some of CBDistillery’s products.
Best oil
CBDistillery Full Spectrum CBD Oil Tincture
- Price: $45
- CBD type: full-spectrum
- Total CBD: 500 milligrams (mg) per 30 milliliter (mL) bottle
- CBD per serving: 17 mg
- COA: available on product page
Summary: CBD oils offer a little more flexibility than gummies or pills. You can use the dropper to customize each dose. You can also ingest the oil on its own, add it to food or drinks, or put it in your favorite lotion to use topically.
This oil is made with full-spectrum CBD, so it contains all the compounds found naturally in the cannabis plant (reminder: including a little THC). That means you might benefit from the entourage effect.
CBDistillery’s full-spectrum CBD oil is available in a few diff potencies. This one has 17 mg of CBD per serving — which is a good dose for peeps newer to the CBD game — but you can get the same oil in potencies as high as 167 mg of CBD per serving.
Stick to the lower potency stuff unless you’ve been using CBD for a while and need something with a bit of extra oomph. Just keep in mind that higher potency means more $$$.
Almost every review for this product is positive except for some not-so-happy comments about the high pricing for higher potencies. Reviewers love the quality and say they’re experiencing less pain and sleeping better.
What our tester says: “CBDistillery sent me this product to try and I was v happy with it. It has a super smooth flavor (very limited icky aftertaste) and works like a charm. I use CBD to manage low back pain related to osteoarthritis and the high potency version of this oil worked so well that it’s now my go-to CBD product. I wish it wasn’t so pricey, but honestly, it’s worth it for me.” – Ruby Thompson, Market Editor
Best softgel
CBDistillery Relief + Relax CBD Softgels
- Price: $75
- CBD type: broad-spectrum
- Total CBD: 900 mg
- CBD per serving: 30 mg per softgel
- COA: available on product page
Summary: If the taste of CBD edibles like oil makes you wanna gag, you might want to consider something like a softgel. These easy-to-swallow pills won’t leave a bad taste in your mouth.
They’re also pre-dosed, so you don’t have to mess around with a dropper every time you want to take it. So, while you have less flexibility with a product like this, they’re def easier to take on the go.
Each softgel contains 30 mg of broad-spectrum CBD. Remember that broad-spectrum CBD THC-free, but still contains other compounds like terpenes. While the full-on entourage effect isn’t a possibility, you might still reap the benefits of terpenes like reduced anxiety and better sleep.
People who love this oil say they find it easier to pop a softgel than deal with oil and droppers. They also appreciate knowing they’re getting the exact same dose every time.
What our tester says: “I typically don’t use broad-spectrum CBD or softgels, but I really enjoyed these. They come in a plastic bottle (rather than glass like the oils), so you just can throw them in your purse or backpack. I like that you avoid any weird aftertaste with soft gels, but if you don’t eat after taking one you might experience some weird CBD burps later on.” – Ruby Thompson, Market Editor
Best balm
CBDistillery CBDol Topical
- Price: $60
- CBD type: full-spectrum
- Potency: 500 mg per container
- COA: available on product page
Summary: Achy breaky heart? More like achy breaky joints. Some people find that CBD topicals are better than edibles for targeting pain from things like arthritis and neuropathy because you can put ’em right where it hurts.
Topicals also typically have other pain-relieving or hydrating ingredients to give them a little boost.
In addition to full-spectrum CBD, this salve has hydrating shea butter and coconut oil — plus camphor and wintergreen and peppermint oils to help relieve pain.
Customers say you don’t need a lot to feel the effects and that it provides effective relief. A few people say they don’t love the scent, though.
What our tester says: “I actually really love the smell of this balm. It definitely smells medicinal, but that’s what I like about it — it makes me feel like I’m actually healing. It’s a little bit greasier than I’d ideally want and it takes forever to soak in all the way, but that also makes it perfect for massaging.” – Ruby Thompson, Market Editor
Best gummies
CBDistillery Broad Spectrum CBD Anytime Gummies
- Price: $65
- CBD type: broad-spectrum
- Total CBD: 900 mg (30 gummies per bottle)
- CBD per serving: 30 mg
- COA: available on product page
Summary: Not into oils, hate swallowing pills, but want the full-body effects of CBD? It’s gummy time.
Like pills, they’re pre-dosed and super easy to take on the go. But unlike pills, you get a yummy snack in the meantime. These are tropical fruit-flavored, and each contains 30 mg of broad-spectrum CBD.
These have a near-perfect rating from over 100 reviewers. They say they like the flavor (keep in mind that they’ll have a hint of a hemp taste) and that the gummies help them feel calm.
What our tester says: “Tropical is a great way to describe this flavor. They don’t have a super-strong smell, but they def give me vacay vibes every time I open the container. They’re sugar-coated and pretty tasty — but you do get a bit of an earthy after taste in your mouth for a little while. It’s nothing terrible but avoid them if you hate that flavor.” – Ruby Thompson, Market Editor
Best stick
CBDistillery Isolate CBD Relief Stick
- Price: $60
- CBD type: isolate
- Potency: 1,000 mg per stick
- COA: available on product page
Summary: All the benefits of a salve in a convenient stick format that you can bring anywhere and use mess-free. This extra-strength formula is designed to help relieve pain and soothe the skin.
Like the CBDol Topical, this THC-free relief stick contains hydrating coconut oil, shea butter, and wintergreen oil. But what sets it apart is the addition of icy menthol and arnica, which are both known for helping to relieve pain.
Reviewers say the stick is easy to use and works wonders. They also love that applying it doesn’t cause a huge mess.
What our tester says: “I was skeptical of this one. It has twice as much CBD as the other topical I tried, which makes it seem like it should be a miracle worker. TBH, it didn’t feel twice as strong as the other balm and I could hardly feel the cooling effect of the menthol. But I definitely noticed it reduces minor aches and pains. Just make sure you use a good amount — one or two swipes of the stick doesn’t do it justice.” – Ruby Thompson, Market Editor
Best THC-free oil
CBDistillery THC-Free Pure CBD Oil Tincture
- Price: $65
- CBD type: isolate
- Total CBD: 1000 mg per 30 mL bottle
- CBD per serving: 33 mg
- COA: available on product page
Summary: If you’re not comfy with the idea of CBD oil with even small amounts of THC, CBDistillery also offers a CBD isolate oil. Each bottle contains 1,000 mg and offers 33 mg of CBD per 1 mL dropper serving.
Like every other product on this list, it gets amazing reviews. One customer calls it the best THC-free CBD oil they’ve tried. And some reviewers say that it works pretty quickly.
What our tester says: “This oil is flavorless with no aftertaste. I didn’t notice a ton of relief from it, but that could be because I needed a higher dosage. I definitely recommend this for anyone looking for a high quality oil without any THC in it.” – Ruby Thompson, Market Editor
Is CBDistillery right for you?
If having a lot of product options is important to you, CBDistillery is a solid CBD brand pick.
But product range aside, we also love how transparent the brand is about where it sources its hemp, how it manufactures its products, and lab testing info.
With CBDistillery, you don’t have to choose between isolate, broad-spectrum, or full-spectrum. All the options are available to you. And many products are available in higher potencies.
The cost of some products is a bit steep — over $200 for a full-spectrum oil is def an investment! — but customers are in agreement that the quality is worth the cost.
And by the way, customers are almost universally happy with their CBDistillery purchases. But if you’re a stickler for quick shipping, just keep in mind that there are a few complaints about delays.
There are only a handful of complaints on the BBB website from the last 3 years, so take them with a grain of salt.
After all, some companies we’ve reviewed have hundreds of recent complaints lodged against them. So, this is peanuts in comparison. Plus, the brand has responded to all the visible complaints, which gives them extra brownie points.
How to choose a CBDistillery product
CBDistillery has a load of products, so how the heck do you choose?
That depends on what you’re looking for and whether you’re new to CBD or a seasoned pro.
CBD type
Research suggests that a combo of THC and CBD provides a greater punch than either ingredient alone. That means full-spectrum CBD may offer more benefits than CBD isolate or broad-spectrum CBD. This effect is known as the entourage effect.
But that doesn’t mean other types of CBD don’t have their place. If you prefer to steer totally clear of THC, CBD isolate might be a good choice for you.
And broad-spectrum CBD contains flavonoids and terpenes, which evidence suggests may have their own positive effects.
Product type
With so many options — gummies, softgels, oil, and balms — you might be wondering which to consider.
That depends a bit on your personal preference. Do you prefer to swallow a capsule, or are you looking for a small chewy treat?
The type of product you go with also hinges on what you’re planning to take CBD for. A targeted topical might do the trick if your hands are aching because of arthritis. But if you’re searching for a solution to your sleep troubles, an oil or softgel you can quickly ingest before bedtime might be a better choice.
Dosage
When taking CBD edibles, it’s a good idea to start with the smallest dose possible — 5 to 10 mg is a good place to start.
Many CBDistillery products offer wayyyyy higher potencies, so make sure to read the label before you buy and pay for something a bit too intense for your first time.
Where to buy CBDistillery products
You can buy CBDistillery products right on the brand’s website.
We recommend going this route since it’s the best way to avoid fake products on third-party retailer sites. Plus, you can get discounts for starting a subscription or if you’re a veteran, in the military, or a service official.
How to use CBDstillery CBD
Read the deets on product labels to make sure you’re using them correctly, but here’s some general guidance on how to use different types of CBD products:
- Capsules, pills, softgels. Super simple: Take these with water, making sure to follow the directions on the label.
- Gummies. Also simple: Chew and swallow. Boom.
- Oils. Follow the directions on your product, but you’ll generally put these under your tongue for 15–30 seconds before swallowing. It’s especially important to read the label for oils since they’re sometimes meant for topical use and not intended for swallowing. Most oils are fine to use orally and topically, though.
- Topicals. Apply right where it hurts, massaging it into the skin to experience the full effects.
Other options
If CBDistillery doesn’t seem like the right fit for you, that’s okay. There are still tons of quality brands out there. Here are a few options.
Best for organic products: Joy Organics
USDA Organic-certified products FTW. Joy Organics offers a range of product offerings, including topicals, gummies, and oils, all containing organic ingredients. You’ll find both broad and full-spectrum options and low potency products for CBD beginners.
Best budget-friendly: Lazarus Naturals
This popular CBD brand offers full-spectrum and THC-free products, including edibles and oils. Bonus: Pricing is super affordable compared to the competition. (Read our full review of Lazarus Naturals here.)
Best luxury brand: Lord Jones
From pretty packaging to quality products, this high quality brand is a good choice for treating yourself or your BFF. They offer a range of product options, including topicals, oils, and fancy gummies.
Safety and side effects
You’re unlikely to become addicted to CBD or experience major side effects from taking it, but some people can experience side effects like:
Your risk of side effects increases if you take CBD with certain substances. A 2020 study found that consuming CBD with high fat foods or alcohol increased CBD exposure.
If you’re curious about CBD, just make sure to talk with a doc before trying it, especially if you’re taking any medications, since dangerous interactions can sometimes occur.
Frequently asked questions
Are CBDistillery products FDA approved?
There’s only one FDA-approved CBD product — Epidiolex — that’s used to treat seizures.
Otherwise, the FDA doesn’t regulate CBD products the way it regulates prescription medications.
BUT it will send warning letters to companies if they violate rules surrounding CBD marketing and labeling. This usually happens if a company makes some wild claim about what its products can do. CBDistillery hasn’t received any FDA warning letters.
CBDistillery is U.S. Hemp Authority-certified though, which is currently the best certification you can get in the CBD world.
Is CBDistillery a reputable company?
Yes. The company is legit and has a good reputation based on its transparent business practices and stellar customer reviews.
Who owns CBDistillery?
CBDistillery’s parent company is Balanced Health Botanicals, which was acquired by Village Farms International in 2021.
Is CBDistillery organic?
Nope, CBDistillery’s products aren’t certified organic.
How long does CBDistillery take to ship?
According to the brand, it takes about 2 to 4 days to ship out products and then 7 to 9 business days for them to arrive.
What is the most trusted CBD brand?
With its U.S. Hemp Authority certification, CBDistillery is def up there with some of the most trustworthy and reliable CBD brands.
Check out the U.S. Hemp Authority’s list of certified brands for more trusted CBD brands.
The bottom line
With so many CBD products out there, the market for cannabidiol products is kinda like the Wild West. And many companies are trying to take advantage.
CBDistillery has been around since 2016 and has received many positive customer reviews. The brand offers a wide range of products great for both beginners and pros alike. The company also passed our intense vetting process, and we’re even happy to recommend a few CBDistillery products.
Whatever brand you decide to go with for your CBD, doing your own research can help you filter out the Fool’s Gold and find the good stuff.
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