Mindbody alternative
A simpler Mindbody alternative, built for small studios.
Mindbody is the 800-pound gorilla of fitness software, and for a big multi-location gym with a front desk and a retail counter, it earns its price. For a small personal training studio, it's usually more than you need at a price you'd rather not pay, with a learning curve to match.
TrainStead is the opposite bet: built specifically for personal training studios, simple enough to run yourself, and priced per trainer with unlimited clients on every plan. No per-location fees, no paying for a booking-and-retail empire you don't run.
What you keep
Scheduling, client programming, progress tracking, in-app messaging, and studio analytics that actually show you who's drifting before they quit.
What you drop
The complexity, the per-location pricing, and the sense that the software was built for a chain and you're just squeezing into it. See what per-trainer pricing looks like on our pricing page.
Who should still use Mindbody
Large multi-location facilities, big class-and-retail operations, businesses that need Mindbody's consumer marketplace. If that's not you, a tool built for a small studio will feel lighter and cost less.
Frequently asked questions
Is TrainStead cheaper than Mindbody for a small studio?
TrainStead is priced per trainer with unlimited clients and no per-location fees, which is typically simpler and lower for a small studio. Compare current prices for your setup.
Does TrainStead do scheduling like Mindbody?
Yes, scheduling plus programming, client tracking, messaging, and analytics in one app.
Keep comparing
Not sure which category you're in? Start with the guide to the best software for a small personal training studio, or read the deep dive on per-trainer vs per-client pricing.
Free during our beta.
See it at trainstead.com.