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Head-to-head · Class Registration Software

CourseStorm vs Glofox

  • Updated Oct 2026
  • Both researched from official sources
  • 1 check side by side
Higher score CourseStorm #2 in Class Registration Software 8.8/10 Paid ✓ 0 of 4 features Visit CourseStorm
Glofox #7 in Class Registration Software 8.3/10 Paid ✓ 0 of 4 features Visit Glofox

CourseStorm leads on 0 checks, Glofox on 0, and 1 is even. Who comes out ahead on the 1 yes/no, price and count check where we have data for both products. The editor score weighs everything else too.

Our verdict

  • Highest scoreCourseStorm · 8.8/10

CourseStorm scores higher on our rubric for class registration software: 8.8 against 8.3 out of 10; our editors rank them #2 and #7.

CourseStorm is the better fit for community programs needing registration and roster tools. Glofox is the better fit for fitness businesses needing member apps and operations.

  • CourseStorm fits best

    Community programs needing registration and roster tools

  • Glofox fits best

    Fitness businesses needing member apps and operations

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Side by side

Feature CourseStorm 8.8/10 Visit ↗ Glofox 8.3/10 Visit ↗
At a glance
Editor score 8.8 8.3
Ranking #2 in Class Registration Software #7 in Class Registration Software
Best for Community programs needing registration and roster tools Fitness businesses needing member apps and operations
Pricing model Paid Paid
Starting price $99/mo —
Free plan — —
Free trial — —
Deployment Cloud Cloud, Mobile
Platforms Web Web, iOS, Android
Support Email, Tickets, Docs Email, Docs
Compliance HIPAA, PCI DSS PCI DSS, GDPR
Integrations 5,000+ integrations 12 integrations
Built for Small business, Mid-market Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise
Features CourseStorm 0/4 · Glofox 0/4
Online payments Not checked yet Not checked yet
Recurring classes Not checked yet Not checked yet
Waitlists Not checked yet Not checked yet
Automated reminders Not checked yet Not checked yet
Specs
Registration limit Not checked yet Not checked yet
Class formats Not checked yet Not checked yet
Our review
Pros
  • Family, group, waitlist, transfer, refund, and roster workflows
  • Mobile attendance, instructor access, and payment-plan support
  • WordPress, calendar, CRM, email, Zapier, and REST API integrations
  • Combines scheduling, billing, check-ins, staff tools, and reporting
  • Member app supports booking, payments, notifications, and check-in
  • Multi-location controls and roll-up reporting support growing operators
Cons
  • No free plan; annual billing starts at $99 per month
  • Advanced forms, attendance, and payment plans require Pro or higher
  • Support is offered by email, tickets, and documentation, not 24/7 channels
  • Starts at $99 per month, with higher-tier prices tailored by request
  • Some app and analytics capabilities vary by plan or add-on
  • Support channels are limited to email and documentation
Our verdict

CourseStorm is a cloud-based registration platform for arts organizations, community education programs, kids programs, and workforce-development providers. It combines class and camp catalogs with embeddable website widgets, custom…

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Glofox is cloud and mobile gym and studio management software for fitness businesses, including class-based studios, gyms, and operators with multiple locations. It brings class, course, and appointment scheduling together with waitlists,…

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  1. CourseStormClass Registration Software 8.8Paid
  2. GlofoxClass Registration Software 8.3Paid

Strengths and trade-offs

  • CourseStorm — where it wins

    • Family, group, waitlist, transfer, refund, and roster workflows
    • Mobile attendance, instructor access, and payment-plan support
    • WordPress, calendar, CRM, email, Zapier, and REST API integrations

    Where it doesn't

    • No free plan; annual billing starts at $99 per month
    • Advanced forms, attendance, and payment plans require Pro or higher
    • Support is offered by email, tickets, and documentation, not 24/7 channels
  • Glofox — where it wins

    • Combines scheduling, billing, check-ins, staff tools, and reporting
    • Member app supports booking, payments, notifications, and check-in
    • Multi-location controls and roll-up reporting support growing operators

    Where it doesn't

    • Starts at $99 per month, with higher-tier prices tailored by request
    • Some app and analytics capabilities vary by plan or add-on
    • Support channels are limited to email and documentation

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Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Oct 2026

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