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Head-to-head · Fitness Studio Scheduling Software

Gymdesk vs PushPress

  • Updated Oct 2026
  • Both researched from official sources
  • 2 checks side by side
Higher score Gymdesk #3 in Fitness Studio Scheduling Software 9.2/10 14-day trial Free trial✓ 0 of 7 features Visit Gymdesk
PushPress #6 in Fitness Studio Scheduling Software 8.9/10 Free plan Free plan✓ 0 of 7 features Visit PushPress

Gymdesk leads on 1 check, PushPress on 1, and 0 are 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 scoreGymdesk · 9.2/10
  • Lowest starting priceGymdesk · $75/mo
  • Free planonly PushPress
  • Free trialonly Gymdesk

Gymdesk scores higher on our rubric for fitness studio scheduling software: 9.2 against 8.9 out of 10; our editors rank them #3 and #6.

PushPress offers free plan; Gymdesk doesn't. Gymdesk is cheaper to start at $75/mo against $79/mo.

Gymdesk is the better fit for gyms wanting transparent, size-based monthly tiers. PushPress is the better fit for studios wanting a free starting point and deep tools.

  • Gymdesk fits best

    Gyms wanting transparent, size-based monthly tiers

  • PushPress fits best

    Studios wanting a free starting point and deep tools

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Side by side

Feature Gymdesk 9.2/10 Visit ↗ PushPress 8.9/10 Visit ↗
At a glance
Editor score 9.2 8.9
Ranking #3 in Fitness Studio Scheduling Software #6 in Fitness Studio Scheduling Software
Best for Gyms wanting transparent, size-based monthly tiers Studios wanting a free starting point and deep tools
Pricing model Paid Free plan + paid
Starting price $75/mo (best) $79/mo
Free plan — ✓ (best)
Free trial 14 days —
Deployment Cloud, Mobile Cloud, Mobile
Platforms Web, iOS, Android Web, iOS, Android
Built for Small business, Mid-market Small business, Mid-market
Features Gymdesk 0/7 · PushPress 0/7
Member booking app Not checked yet Not checked yet
Membership billing Not checked yet Not checked yet
Class waitlists Not checked yet Not checked yet
Instructor scheduling Not checked yet Not checked yet
Attendance tracking Not checked yet Not checked yet
Recurring memberships Not checked yet Not checked yet
Resource booking Not checked yet Not checked yet
Our review
Pros
  • Covers scheduling, booking, billing, attendance, waivers, and access control
  • Web, iOS, and Android support with a member portal and mobile app
  • Plans scale from 50 to 400 active members with an Enterprise tier
  • Free plan includes unlimited members, leads, admins, and staff
  • Combines scheduling, billing, waitlists, waivers, and mobile apps
  • Adds workout programming, performance tracking, and operational reporting
Cons
  • No free plan
  • Enterprise pricing requires contacting sales
  • A branded member app costs $100/month as an add-on
  • Recurring billing and payment processing start with the $159/month Pro plan
  • The broad feature set may exceed the needs of simple scheduling users
  • International pricing requires contacting sales
Our verdict

Gymdesk is cloud-based management software for gyms, martial arts schools, fitness facilities, and other training businesses. It brings together member and lead management, digital sign-up, recurring billing, attendance, check-in, class…

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PushPress is gym management software for independent gyms, fitness studios, CrossFit facilities, martial arts academies, and personal-training businesses. Its Core platform brings together member profiles, recurring billing, class…

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  1. GymdeskFitness Studio Scheduling Software 9.214-day trial
  2. PushPressFitness Studio Scheduling Software 8.9Free plan

Strengths and trade-offs

  • Gymdesk — where it wins

    • Covers scheduling, booking, billing, attendance, waivers, and access control
    • Web, iOS, and Android support with a member portal and mobile app
    • Plans scale from 50 to 400 active members with an Enterprise tier

    Where it doesn't

    • No free plan
    • Enterprise pricing requires contacting sales
    • A branded member app costs $100/month as an add-on

  • PushPress — where it wins

    • Free plan includes unlimited members, leads, admins, and staff
    • Combines scheduling, billing, waitlists, waivers, and mobile apps
    • Adds workout programming, performance tracking, and operational reporting

    Where it doesn't

    • Recurring billing and payment processing start with the $159/month Pro plan
    • The broad feature set may exceed the needs of simple scheduling users
    • International pricing requires contacting sales

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Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Oct 2026

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