An honest comparison
Hormone-Smart Rhythm vs FastingBestie
Both tools believe fasting should follow your cycle, not fight it. Here's where we genuinely differ, so you can pick what fits you.
| Hormone-Smart Rhythm | FastingBestie | |
|---|---|---|
| Trying it out | Today's fasting range and cycle phase free, no account — your answers never leave your browser | Free trial before any price is shown |
| Price | $4.99/month or $49.99/year (two months free), shown up front | Subscription; price not shown on public pages |
| Cycles covered | Regular, irregular, and no periods right now (post-menopause, continuous contraception, or paused) | Aimed at women with a current cycle |
| What you get | Members get a 30-day calendar with a fasting range and nourishment focus per day — printable and saveable as PDF | App-based cycle-synced fasting guidance |
| Human support | Message Samantha directly; she answers every message herself within 48 hours | Community and app support |
Based on what's publicly visible on each site. If FastingBestie changes something, tell us and we'll update this page.
Common questions
Is Hormone-Smart Rhythm really free to try?
Yes. The survey and your first result — today's fasting range and your cycle phase — need no account and no card. Membership adds the full 30-day printable calendar, saving across devices, automatic realignment, and messaging with Samantha.
Which is better if my periods are irregular or paused?
Hormone-Smart Rhythm was built for exactly that. The survey's first question offers regular, irregular, and 'no periods right now', and the calendar anchors to where your body actually is rather than assuming a textbook 28-day cycle.
Can I print my fasting calendar?
Yes — the member calendar in Hormone-Smart Rhythm can be printed or saved as a PDF, so you don't have to log in each day to remember your window.