Fitness Studios industry
Best Software for Fitness studios (2026 Guide)
Gyms and boutique studios need class scheduling, membership billing, and a member app — all without enterprise-level pricing.
Common problems we hear from fitness studios
- Member churn after the first month
- Class waitlists and no-shows
- Recurring billing failures
- Trainer payroll across multiple rates
Comparison table
The top 4 tools for fitness studios, side by side.
| Software | Category | Starting price | Free trial | Rating | Best for | Visit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mindbody | Booking | Custom | No | 4.0 | Yoga, pilates, and boutique fitness studios with established membership bases. | Visit |
| WellnessLiving | Booking | $89/mo | Yes | 4.4 | Studios switching from Mindbody or starting fresh. | Visit |
| Glofox | Booking | Custom | Yes | 4.3 | Boutique fitness studios that prioritize a branded member experience. | Visit |
| Square Appointments | Booking | Free | Yes | 4.5 | Solo stylists, trainers, and small studios. | Visit |
Top 4 software picks for fitness studios
Mindbody
Booking
Mindbody powers class scheduling, memberships, and bookings for fitness and wellness brands.
- Marketplace + ClassPass integration
- Mature class scheduling
- Membership billing
Starting price
Custom (from ~$169/mo)
WellnessLiving
Booking
WellnessLiving is a fast-growing alternative to Mindbody for studios.
- More affordable than Mindbody
- Bundled marketing tools
- Loyalty programs
Starting price
$89/mo
Glofox
Booking
Glofox (now ABC Glofox) focuses on boutique fitness with a strong branded member app.
- Branded mobile app
- Strong lead management
- Good reporting
Starting price
Custom
Square Appointments
Booking
Square Appointments is a free online booking tool tied into Square's POS and payments.
- Free for solo operators
- Built-in payments and deposits
- Calendar + SMS reminders
Starting price
Free
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Frequently asked questions
What software do fitness studios use?+
Most fitness studios use field service software like Mindbody or WellnessLiving to handle scheduling, dispatch, invoicing, and customer follow-ups in one app.
What is the best software for fitness studios in 2026?+
Our top pick this year is Mindbody — it balances price, features, and ease of use better than any other option we tested.
How much does fitness studios software cost?+
Entry-level field service software starts around $29/mo. Enterprise platforms can run several hundred dollars per user per month.
Do I need a separate CRM and invoicing tool?+
Not usually. Modern all-in-one tools like Mindbody bundle CRM, scheduling, and invoicing. Standalone CRMs only make sense if you have a dedicated sales team.