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Head-to-head · Industry Management software

Mindbody vs Toast

  • Updated Oct 2026
  • Both researched from official sources
  • 1 check side by side
Higher score Mindbody #3 in Industry Management software 8.7/10 Paid ✓ 0 of 2 features Visit Mindbody
Toast #4 in Industry Management software 8.6/10 Paid ✓ 0 of 2 features Visit Toast

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

Our verdict

  • Highest scoreMindbody · 8.7/10

Mindbody scores higher on our rubric for industry management software: 8.7 against 8.6 out of 10; our editors rank them #3 and #4.

Mindbody is the better fit for wellness studios needing booking and payments. Toast is the better fit for restaurants managing POS and front-of-house operations.

  • Mindbody fits best

    Wellness studios needing booking and payments

  • Toast fits best

    Restaurants managing POS and front-of-house operations

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Side by side

Feature Mindbody 8.7/10 Visit ↗ Toast 8.6/10 Visit ↗
At a glance
Editor score 8.7 8.6
Ranking #3 in Industry Management software #4 in Industry Management software
Best for Wellness studios needing booking and payments Restaurants managing POS and front-of-house operations
Pricing model Paid Paid
Starting price $79/site/mo —
Free plan — —
Free trial — —
Deployment Cloud, Mobile Cloud, Mobile
Platforms Web, iOS, Android Web, iOS, Android
Support Live chat, Docs Phone, Live chat · 24/7
Built for Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise
Features Mindbody 0/2 · Toast 0/2
Mobile apps Not checked yet Not checked yet
Industry compliance Not checked yet Not checked yet
Specs
Industries supported Not checked yet Not checked yet
Deployment Not checked yet Not checked yet
User limit Not checked yet Not checked yet
Listed integrations Not checked yet Not checked yet
Our review
Pros
  • Combines scheduling, payments, memberships, reminders, and staff permissions
  • Website widgets and Mindbody app listing support online booking discovery
  • Web, iOS, and Android apps support mobile business management
  • Combines POS and payment processing with online ordering options.
  • Supports reservations, waitlists, floor plans, and table status management.
  • Includes tools for scheduling, payroll, tips, and inventory management.
Cons
  • No free plan; Starter begins at $79 per location monthly
  • Advanced analytics and resource tools require the Accelerate tier
  • AI front desk and lead management require the Ultimate tier
  • Starter Kit hardware configuration includes only one terminal.
  • Additional charges may apply for subsequent devices.
  • Published pricing applies to new customers and single locations.
Our verdict

Mindbody is cloud and mobile business management software for fitness, beauty, and wellness organizations. It brings together appointment and class scheduling, website booking widgets, online and in-person payments, automated confirmations…

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Toast is a cloud-based restaurant platform for operators that want point of sale and front-of-house tools alongside broader management capabilities. It supports dine-in, takeout, delivery, and online orders, with menu management, sales…

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  1. MindbodyIndustry Management software 8.7Paid
  2. ToastIndustry Management software 8.6Paid

Strengths and trade-offs

  • Mindbody — where it wins

    • Combines scheduling, payments, memberships, reminders, and staff permissions
    • Website widgets and Mindbody app listing support online booking discovery
    • Web, iOS, and Android apps support mobile business management

    Where it doesn't

    • No free plan; Starter begins at $79 per location monthly
    • Advanced analytics and resource tools require the Accelerate tier
    • AI front desk and lead management require the Ultimate tier

  • Toast — where it wins

    • Combines POS and payment processing with online ordering options.
    • Supports reservations, waitlists, floor plans, and table status management.
    • Includes tools for scheduling, payroll, tips, and inventory management.

    Where it doesn't

    • Starter Kit hardware configuration includes only one terminal.
    • Additional charges may apply for subsequent devices.
    • Published pricing applies to new customers and single locations.
  • Mindbody8.7/10 · Paid

    A paid, multi-location platform for wellness scheduling, payments, memberships, and staff tools.

    Visit MindbodyFull verdict →
  • Toast8.6/10 · Paid

    A cloud-based restaurant platform spanning POS, ordering, reservations, staffing, and inventory.

    Visit ToastFull verdict →

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Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Oct 2026

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