Head-to-head · Coaching Software
FitSW vs Vibly
FitSW leads on 2 checks, Vibly on 0, and 6 are even. Who comes out ahead on the 8 yes/no, price and count checks where we have data for both products. The editor score weighs everything else too.
Our verdict
- Highest scoreFitSW · 8.6/10
- Lowest starting priceFitSW · $16.66/mo
- Free planonly FitSW
- Free trialboth
FitSW scores higher on our rubric for coaching software: 8.6 against 8.5 out of 10; our editors rank them #6 and #7.
FitSW offers free plan; Vibly doesn't. FitSW is cheaper to start at $16.66/mo against $20/mo.
FitSW is the better fit for budget-conscious trainers needing broad fitness workflows. Vibly is the better fit for professional practices needing compliance-focused delivery.
- FitSW fits best
Budget-conscious trainers needing broad fitness workflows
- Vibly fits best
Professional practices needing compliance-focused delivery
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Side by side
| Feature | FitSW 8.6/10 Visit ↗ | Vibly 8.5/10 Visit ↗ |
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| At a glance | ||
| Editor score | 8.6 | 8.5 |
| Ranking | #6 in Coaching Software | #7 in Coaching Software |
| Best for | Budget-conscious trainers needing broad fitness workflows | Professional practices needing compliance-focused delivery |
| Pricing model | Free plan + paid | Paid |
| Starting price | $16.66/mo (best) | $20/mo |
| Free plan | ✓ (best) | — |
| Free trial | 30 days | 14 days |
| Free trial length | 30 days | 14 days |
| Deployment | Cloud, Mobile | Cloud |
| Platforms | Web, iOS, Android | Web |
| Support | Email, Phone, Docs | |
| Built for | Solo, Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise | Solo, Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise |
| Features FitSW 6/6 · Vibly 6/6 | ||
| Session scheduling | ✓ | ✓ |
| Client portal | ✓ | ✓ |
| Goals and progress | ✓ | ✓ |
| Payments and billing | ✓ | ✓ |
| Group coaching | ✓ | ✓ |
| Forms and assessments | ✓ | ✓ |
| Specs | ||
| Client limit | 2 clients | Not checked yet |
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| Our verdict | FitSW is coaching and fitness-business software for personal trainers, fitness coaches, studios, and gyms. It brings workout and nutrition planning together with client profiles, scheduling, progress and compliance tracking, forms,… Read the review → |
Vibly is a web-based coaching management platform for solo coaches, coaching practices, therapists, and coaching organizations. It brings client records, scheduling, video sessions, secure messaging, payments, programs, forms, agreements,… Read the review → |
Strengths and trade-offs
FitSW — where it wins
- Combines programming, nutrition, scheduling, tracking, forms, and payments
- Supports web, iOS, and Android access for trainers and clients
- Adds messaging, virtual sessions, subscriptions, and AI motion analysis
Where it doesn't
- Multi-trainer controls begin with the Premium for Gyms tier
- Enterprise pricing requires a contact-sales conversation
- Its workflow is focused on fitness coaching and gym operations
Vibly — where it wins
- HIPAA-compliant video, secure messaging, and client portals
- Unlimited clients, sessions, and services on the Basic plan
- Forms, assessments, payments, groups, teams, and integrations
Where it doesn't
- Starts at $25 per month and has no free plan
- Advanced team controls begin on the $149-per-month Teams plan
- Enterprise features require custom pricing and configuration
- FitSW8.6/10 · Free plan · 30-day trial
A broad coaching workspace with a free plan and $16.66 monthly trainer tier.
Visit FitSWFull verdict → - Vibly8.5/10 · 14-day trial
A compliance-focused coaching workspace with portals, video, scheduling, billing, and team tools.
Visit ViblyFull verdict →
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Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Oct 2026
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