PushPress vs Mindbody — 2026 comparison
A side-by-side look at how PushPress and Mindbody compare on score, real user ratings, pricing and features.
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The verdict
PushPress and Mindbody sit at opposite ends of the category. Mindbody is the most comprehensive platform, with a large consumer marketplace that can drive discovery — but it is expensive and draws consistent complaints about support and value. PushPress is leaner, modern and far cheaper, with a genuine free tier that independent gyms love. Choose Mindbody if a consumer marketplace and enterprise breadth matter more than price; choose PushPress if you run an independent gym or box and want modern tools without the cost and lock-in.
Pick PushPress if…Independent gyms and boxes that want modern software and a free tier.
Pick Mindbody if…Larger studios that want a consumer marketplace and maximum breadth.
Side by side
| PushPress | Mindbody | |
|---|---|---|
| Our score | 89/100 | 80/100 |
| User consensus | 4.8/5 (367) | 4.0/5 (5,529) |
| Starting price | Free, or from $159/mo | From $79/mo |
| Best for | independent gyms wanting modern tools and a real free tier | larger studios wanting a consumer marketplace |
| Recurring billing | ||
| Class scheduling & booking | ||
| Member mobile app | ◑ | ◑ |
| Free tier or free trial | – | |
| Workout & performance tracking | ◑ | |
| Public starting price |
PushPress
- Intuitive all-in-one for memberships, booking and workout tracking
- Fast, well-rated support
- A genuine free tier to start on
- – Mobile app can feel slow at times
- – Reporting and analytics are limited
- – Branded app is a paid add-on
Mindbody
- Comprehensive all-in-one with integrated payments
- Large consumer marketplace and app aids discovery
- Scales to larger studios and chains
- – Support is slow and increasingly automated
- – Expensive with weak value for money
- – Recurring billing complaints