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Head-to-head · Class Registration Software

Mindbody vs Amilia SmartRec

  • Updated Oct 2026
  • Both researched from official sources
  • 4 checks side by side
Higher score Mindbody #1 in Class Registration Software 9.1/10 Paid ✓ 1 of 4 features Visit Mindbody
Amilia SmartRec #3 in Class Registration Software 8.7/10 Paid ✓ 2 of 4 features Visit Amilia

Mindbody leads on 1 check, Amilia SmartRec on 0, and 3 are even. Who comes out ahead on the 4 yes/no, price and count checks where we have data for both products. The editor score weighs everything else too.

Our verdict

  • Highest scoreMindbody · 9.1/10
  • Lowest starting priceMindbody · $79/site/mo
  • Most featuresAmilia SmartRec · 2 of 4

Mindbody scores higher on our rubric for class registration software: 9.1 against 8.7 out of 10; our editors rank them #1 and #3.

Mindbody is cheaper to start at $79/mo against $99/mo.

Mindbody is the better fit for studios wanting an established all-rounder. Amilia SmartRec is the better fit for recreation operators needing facility and membership tools.

  • Mindbody fits best

    Studios wanting an established all-rounder

  • Amilia SmartRec fits best

    Recreation operators needing facility and membership tools

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Side by side

Feature Mindbody 9.1/10 Visit ↗ Amilia SmartRec 8.7/10 Visit ↗
At a glance
Editor score 9.1 8.7
Ranking #1 in Class Registration Software #3 in Class Registration Software
Best for Studios wanting an established all-rounder Recreation operators needing facility and membership tools
Pricing model Paid Paid
Starting price $79/site/mo (best) $99/mo
Free plan — —
Free trial — —
Deployment Cloud, Mobile Cloud, Mobile
Platforms Web, iOS, Android Web, iOS, Android
Support Live chat, Docs Email, Live chat, Phone, Docs
Compliance PCI DSS PCI DSS, 2FA
Built for Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise
Features Mindbody 1/4 · Amilia SmartRec 2/4
Online payments Not checked yet ✓ (best)
Recurring classes Not checked yet Not checked yet
Waitlists Not checked yet Not checked yet
Automated reminders ✓ ✓
Specs
Registration limit Not checked yet Not checked yet
Class formats Not checked yet Not checked yet
Our review
Pros
  • Combines class scheduling, booking, payments, waitlists and capacity controls
  • Starter includes booking widgets, a business website and Mindbody app listing
  • Higher plans add resource management, marketing tools and advanced analytics
  • Registers classes, activities and drop-ins with custom forms and payments.
  • Combines household memberships, attendance, waitlists and facility access.
  • Offers web, iOS, Android and API access, plus listed integrations.
Cons
  • Starter is paid, with pricing starting at $79 per location monthly
  • Accelerate and Ultimate plan prices are not displayed
  • Calendar sync is listed as none
  • There is no free plan; Standard starts at $99 per month.
  • Standard is capped at 10 facilities, 5,000 active accounts and 1 online store.
  • Advanced costs $499 per month; Custom pricing is quote-based.
Our verdict

Mindbody combines class and appointment scheduling with booking, payments, client management, staff tools and reporting for fitness, beauty and wellness businesses. Its breadth suits studios that want registration operations alongside…

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Amilia SmartRec brings online registration and recreation management together for nonprofits, parks and recreation departments, and businesses. Participants can register and pay for classes, activities, drop-ins, memberships and…

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  1. MindbodyClass Registration Software 9.1Paid
  2. Amilia SmartRecClass Registration Software 8.7Paid

Strengths and trade-offs

  • Mindbody — where it wins

    • Combines class scheduling, booking, payments, waitlists and capacity controls
    • Starter includes booking widgets, a business website and Mindbody app listing
    • Higher plans add resource management, marketing tools and advanced analytics

    Where it doesn't

    • Starter is paid, with pricing starting at $79 per location monthly
    • Accelerate and Ultimate plan prices are not displayed
    • Calendar sync is listed as none

  • Amilia SmartRec — where it wins

    • Registers classes, activities and drop-ins with custom forms and payments.
    • Combines household memberships, attendance, waitlists and facility access.
    • Offers web, iOS, Android and API access, plus listed integrations.

    Where it doesn't

    • There is no free plan; Standard starts at $99 per month.
    • Standard is capped at 10 facilities, 5,000 active accounts and 1 online store.
    • Advanced costs $499 per month; Custom pricing is quote-based.

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Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Oct 2026

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