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Gymdesk alternatives
As of Nov 12, 2026, the highest-graded Gymdesk alternative is PushPress (2.4 GPA). It's also the best free one.
Gymdesk compared with 6 alternatives: Zen Planner, Kicksite, PushPress, Mindbody, Glofox and 1 more.
Gymdesk is a paid product with a free trial, starting at $75 per month for up to 50 active members, with Gymdesk Payments ($100 without). 1 of the 6 alternatives is free or has a free plan. One more offers a free trial.
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At a glance
| Tool | Price | Free plan | Runs on |
|---|---|---|---|
| GymdeskThis tool | Free trial · from $75/mo | Trial only | Web, iOS, Android |
| Zen Planner | From $99/mo | No | Web |
| Kicksite | Free trial · from $49/mo | Trial only | Web |
| PushPress | Free plan · from $159/mo | Yes | Web, iOS, Android |
| Mindbody | From $79/mo | No | Web, iOS, Android |
| Glofox | Paid | No | Web, iOS, Android |
| Wodify | Paid | No | Web, iOS, Android |
Price against what you get
Gymdesk starts at $75 a month and scores 2.3 out of 4 on features, ease of use and platforms. None of the 4 alternatives on this chart both scores higher and starts lower.
Mindbody scores higher without starting lower. Kicksite starts lower without scoring higher.
Features, ease of use and platforms, averaged
What paid plans start at, a month (each step along is roughly double) →
- The best score at each price
- Has a free plan
- No free plan
How each one differs from Gymdesk
Zen Planner
Membership, scheduling and billing software for gyms and studios
- Zen Planner starts at $99 per month and up, priced by active members.
- Zen Planner lists no iOS and Android apps, which Gymdesk has.
- Zen Planner does not cover invoicing and email campaigns, which Gymdesk does.
Suits: Martial arts schools and CrossFit gyms
Kicksite
Martial arts school software for billing, attendance and belts
- Kicksite starts at $49 per month for up to 25 students.
- Kicksite lists no iOS and Android apps, which Gymdesk has.
- Kicksite does not cover invoicing, which Gymdesk does.
Suits: Martial arts schools, including BJJ, karate, taekwondo and MMA
PushPress
Gym management for CrossFit, martial arts and training gyms
- PushPress starts at $159 per month (Pro).
- PushPress has a free plan, which Gymdesk lacks.
- PushPress also covers marketing automation, forms and appointment booking.
- PushPress does not cover invoicing, reports, email campaigns and sMS marketing, which Gymdesk does.
Suits: CrossFit boxes and strength gyms running daily classes
Mindbody
Studio, gym, spa and salon software with a consumer booking app
- Mindbody starts at $79 per location / month and up.
- Mindbody also covers marketing automation and appointment booking.
- Mindbody does not cover invoicing and reports, which Gymdesk does.
Suits: Yoga, Pilates and fitness studios that run class schedules
Glofox
Gym and studio management with a branded member app
- Glofox also covers marketing automation, AI support agent and appointment booking.
- Glofox does not cover invoicing, reports and sMS marketing, which Gymdesk does.
Suits: Boutique fitness studios that want their own branded app
Wodify
Gym management software for CrossFit, martial arts and studios
- Wodify also covers appointment booking.
- Wodify does not cover invoicing, email campaigns and sMS marketing, which Gymdesk does.
Suits: CrossFit and functional fitness gyms
Limits worth knowing in Gymdesk
- The lower prices apply when processing payments with Gymdesk Payments or an approved partner, which is available in the US and Canada; elsewhere the partner route needs approval.
- Each extra location costs $50 a month with Gymdesk Payments or a preferred partner, or $100 with your own processor.
- A branded member app is $100 a month with the first month free, and door access is $100 a month for up to 3 doors plus $29 per extra door and a one-time hardware cost.
- Plans above 250 active members have no published price.
Common questions
What are the alternatives to Gymdesk?
The alternatives to Gymdesk in this directory are Zen Planner, Kicksite, PushPress, Mindbody, Glofox and Wodify. Each one has a side-by-side comparison with Gymdesk.
Is there a free alternative to Gymdesk?
Yes. PushPress has a free plan alongside paid ones.
When were these prices checked?
Each listing shows its own date. On this page they run from Oct 24, 2026 to Nov 12, 2026. Vendors change prices without notice, so confirm on their site before you buy.