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Head-to-head · Class Registration Software

Glofox vs Bookwhen

  • Updated Oct 2026
  • Both researched from official sources
  • 2 checks side by side
Higher score Glofox #7 in Class Registration Software 8.3/10 Paid ✓ 0 of 4 features Visit Glofox
Bookwhen #8 in Class Registration Software 8.2/10 Free plan · 14-day trial Free planFree trial✓ 1 of 4 features Visit Bookwhen

Glofox leads on 0 checks, Bookwhen on 1, and 1 is even. Who comes out ahead on the 2 yes/no, price and count checks where we have data for both products. The editor score weighs everything else too.

Our verdict

  • Highest scoreGlofox · 8.3/10
  • Free planonly Bookwhen
  • Free trialonly Bookwhen
  • Most featuresBookwhen · 1 of 4

Glofox scores higher on our rubric for class registration software: 8.3 against 8.2 out of 10; our editors rank them #7 and #8.

Bookwhen offers free plan; Glofox doesn't.

Glofox is the better fit for fitness businesses needing member apps and operations. Bookwhen is the better fit for small organizers starting with free event booking.

  • Glofox fits best

    Fitness businesses needing member apps and operations

  • Bookwhen fits best

    Small organizers starting with free event booking

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Side by side

Feature Glofox 8.3/10 Visit ↗ Bookwhen 8.2/10 Visit ↗
At a glance
Editor score 8.3 8.2
Ranking #7 in Class Registration Software #8 in Class Registration Software
Best for Fitness businesses needing member apps and operations Small organizers starting with free event booking
Pricing model Paid Free plan + paid
Starting price — $160/yr
Free plan — ✓ (best)
Free trial — 14 days
Deployment Cloud, Mobile Cloud
Platforms Web, iOS, Android Web
Support Email, Docs Live chat, Phone, Docs
Integrations 12 integrations 10 integrations
Built for Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise Solo, Small business, Mid-market
Features Glofox 0/4 · Bookwhen 1/4
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 ✓ (best)
Specs
Registration limit Not checked yet Not checked yet
Class formats Not checked yet Not checked yet
Our review
Pros
  • 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
  • Hosted booking pages can be embedded on external websites
  • Recurring schedules, waitlists and attendance registers support class operations
  • Accepts online and offline payments with automated reminders
Cons
  • 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
  • Free plan is limited to free events
  • Calendar feeds are one-way, not two-way synchronization
  • Memberships and attendance tracking start on paid plans
Our verdict

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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Bookwhen is a web-based booking system for businesses, individuals and nonprofits running classes, courses, events or activities. Organizers can publish a hosted booking page or embed booking forms on an existing site, set ticket types and…

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  1. GlofoxClass Registration Software 8.3Paid
  2. BookwhenClass Registration Software 8.2Free plan · 14-day trial

Strengths and trade-offs

  • 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

  • Bookwhen — where it wins

    • Hosted booking pages can be embedded on external websites
    • Recurring schedules, waitlists and attendance registers support class operations
    • Accepts online and offline payments with automated reminders

    Where it doesn't

    • Free plan is limited to free events
    • Calendar feeds are one-way, not two-way synchronization
    • Memberships and attendance tracking start on paid plans
  • Glofox8.3/10 · Paid

    A broad fitness-operations suite with scheduling, billing, apps, and multi-location controls.

    Visit GlofoxFull verdict →
  • Bookwhen8.2/10 · Free plan · 14-day trial

    A flexible booking system with a free entry plan and paid tools for managing classes.

    Visit BookwhenFull verdict →

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Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Oct 2026

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