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Head-to-head · Pilates Studio Software

Mariana Tek vs AuraFlow

  • Updated Oct 2026
  • Both researched from official sources
  • 3 checks side by side
Higher score Mariana Tek #5 in Pilates Studio Software 8.8/10 Pricing on request ✓ 0 of 6 features Visit Mariana Tek
AuraFlow #8 in Pilates Studio Software 8.5/10 Free plan · 14-day trial Free planFree trial✓ 2 of 6 features Visit AuraFlow

Mariana Tek leads on 0 checks, AuraFlow on 1, and 2 are even. Who comes out ahead on the 3 yes/no, price and count checks where we have data for both products. The editor score weighs everything else too.

Our verdict

  • Highest scoreMariana Tek · 8.8/10
  • Free planonly AuraFlow
  • Free trialonly AuraFlow
  • Most featuresAuraFlow · 2 of 6

Mariana Tek scores higher on our rubric for pilates studio software: 8.8 against 8.5 out of 10; our editors rank them #5 and #8.

AuraFlow offers free plan; Mariana Tek doesn't.

Mariana Tek is the better fit for multi-location studios wanting broad workflows. AuraFlow is the better fit for budget-conscious studios wanting free entry.

  • Mariana Tek fits best

    Multi-location studios wanting broad workflows

  • AuraFlow fits best

    Budget-conscious studios wanting free entry

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Side by side

Feature Mariana Tek 8.8/10 Visit ↗ AuraFlow 8.5/10 Visit ↗
At a glance
Editor score 8.8 8.5
Ranking #5 in Pilates Studio Software #8 in Pilates Studio Software
Best for Multi-location studios wanting broad workflows Budget-conscious studios wanting free entry
Pricing model Paid Free plan + paid
Starting price — $99/mo
Free plan — ✓ (best)
Free trial — 14 days
Deployment Cloud, Mobile Cloud, Self-hosted
Platforms Web, iOS, Android Web
Support Email, Live chat, Phone Email, Live chat, Docs
Integrations 45+ integrations 11 integrations
Built for Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise
Features Mariana Tek 0/6 · AuraFlow 2/6
Class booking Not checked yet Not checked yet
Membership billing Not checked yet ✓ (best)
Attendance tracking Not checked yet ✓ (best)
Instructor management Not checked yet Not checked yet
Client portal Not checked yet Not checked yet
Payment processing Not checked yet Not checked yet
Our review
Pros
  • Combines recurring schedules, booking, memberships, and class packs
  • Supports waitlists, spot selection, waivers, and automated fee collection
  • Includes branded apps, staff tools, and multi-location reporting
  • Scheduling, waitlists, attendance, billing, POS, and inventory in one platform
  • Free self-hosting under AGPLv3, plus a 14-day hosted trial
  • Studio plan supports up to 10 locations and unlimited classes, members, and instructors
Cons
  • Integration coverage centers on Stripe
  • The broad feature set may exceed a single-location studio’s needs
  • Multi-location workflows can add complexity for smaller teams
  • Hosted platform coverage is limited to web and self-hosted deployments
  • Enterprise pricing is not provided in the published plan details
  • The broad feature set may exceed the needs of studios seeking simple scheduling
Our verdict

Mariana Tek is a cloud-based management platform for boutique fitness businesses, including Pilates studios. It brings together class and appointment scheduling, online booking, memberships, class packs, credits, payments, client profiles,…

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AuraFlow is studio management software for yoga, fitness, and wellness businesses, with features that also fit Pilates studios. It brings together recurring and one-time class scheduling, capacity limits, waitlists, instructor assignment,…

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  1. Mariana TekPilates Studio Software 8.8Pricing on request
  2. AuraFlowPilates Studio Software 8.5Free plan · 14-day trial

Strengths and trade-offs

  • Mariana Tek — where it wins

    • Combines recurring schedules, booking, memberships, and class packs
    • Supports waitlists, spot selection, waivers, and automated fee collection
    • Includes branded apps, staff tools, and multi-location reporting

    Where it doesn't

    • Integration coverage centers on Stripe
    • The broad feature set may exceed a single-location studio’s needs
    • Multi-location workflows can add complexity for smaller teams

  • AuraFlow — where it wins

    • Scheduling, waitlists, attendance, billing, POS, and inventory in one platform
    • Free self-hosting under AGPLv3, plus a 14-day hosted trial
    • Studio plan supports up to 10 locations and unlimited classes, members, and instructors

    Where it doesn't

    • Hosted platform coverage is limited to web and self-hosted deployments
    • Enterprise pricing is not provided in the published plan details
    • The broad feature set may exceed the needs of studios seeking simple scheduling
  • Mariana Tek8.8/10 · Pricing on request

    A broad Pilates studio platform for scheduling, member management, and multi-location workflows.

    Visit Mariana TekFull verdict →
  • AuraFlow8.5/10 · Free plan · 14-day trial

    A broad studio-management suite with free self-hosting and a $99/month hosted plan.

    Visit AuraFlowFull verdict →

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Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Oct 2026

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