arc vs future
the short answer.
future pairs you with a real human coach who writes your plan and checks in on you, for $199/mo. arc builds you a made-for-you plan from a trainer-style intake and walks you through every set, from $9.99/mo. same job, two very different price points.
feature comparison.
why arc.
a real coach who knows your name is a genuinely great thing to have, and $199 a month is $2,388 a year. arc gives you the part most people actually need first: a plan built around your goal, your gear, and your experience, with every set walked through as you log it, from $9.99/mo.
how future differs.
future is human coaching, not software that generates a program. you're matched with a certified trainer who writes your plan, adjusts it week to week, watches your form videos, and messages you to keep you honest. that's why it costs $199/mo, and for people who need a person holding them accountable, it's worth it.
the bottom line.
if what's been missing is a human being who notices when you skip, future is the real thing. if you want a plan built for you and a walkthrough for every set without a $199 monthly bill, start with arc.